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Watch Burnaboy, Taylor Swift, Lady Gaga, And More Musical Moments @glblctznuk #OneWorldTogetherAtHome

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5 years ago

April 20, 2020

Bona Naija

The One World: Together At Home special broadcast event united some of the biggest stars in music including Burnaboy, Gaga, Beyoncé, and Taylor Swift on Saturday night in support and celebration of essential workers and the World Health Organization (WHO). It provided a collective moment for the world to join together in the fight against the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic.

The event’s musical moments spanned genres and traveled through eras, but all of the performances were connected by an uplifting tone and a spirit of resilience.

Here are some of the top musical moments to watch (and rewatch!) from the television broadcast of One World: Together At Home, and a recap of what you might have missed from the six-hour globally-curated digital event, too.

Lady Gaga

One World: Together At Home was curated in collaboration with Lady Gaga, so it was fitting that she opened the evening with a beautiful cover of Frank Sinatra’s “Smile.”

“What I’d like to do for you tonight, if I can, is just give you the permission to, for a moment… Smile,” she said, acknowledging that the pandemic has been extremely hard on millions of people worldwide.

Stevie Wonder

Powerful piano ballads reigned throughout the evening, including Stevie Wonder’s cover of “Lean On Me” by the late Bill Withers.

Kacey Musgraves

Country star Kacey Musgraves’s “Rainbow” performance acted as a sweet and simple song of encouragement.

Elton John

Elton John launched into a dynamic performance of “I’m Still Standing” in his home driveway.

“This is for everyone out there who’s been working on the frontline 24/7,” he said. “Thank you for all your expertise, your love, your care, your humanity.”

Paul McCartney

Paul McCartney, meanwhile, sang “Lady Madonna” as a heartfelt thank you to health care workers.

“I’m very honored to be part of this program tonight that celebrates the true heroes — our health care workers all around the world,” he said. “Let’s tell our leaders that we need them to strengthen health care systems around the world so this never happens again.”

Taylor Swift

Taylor Swift sang “Soon You’ll Get Better” in a truly heart-wrenching performance of a song about her mom’s battle with cancer that likely resonates with all the people affected by coronavirus worldwide who have seen family members suffering with the virus or have grappled with the illness themselves.

Camila Cabello and Shawn Mendes

Camila Cabello and Shawn Mendes performed a piano duet of “What a Wonderful World” in a candle-lit room.

Eddie Vedder

Eddie Vedder sang a mournful “River Cross” surrounded by candles.

Jimmy Fallon and The Roots

Jimmy Fallon, who helped host the broadcast, teamed up with his show’s house band, The Roots, to perform “The Safety Dance,” as videos of health care workers in masks and gloves dancing played along. The Roots were also decked out in safety gear like gloves and goggles — and they made sure to wash their hands.

The Rolling Stones

The Rolling Stones performed on a split-screen performance of “You Can’t Always Get What You Want,” from their respective homes, as drummer Charlie Watts played air drums with a makeshift set of boxes, chairs, and tables.

John Legend and Sam Smith

John Legend teamed up with Sam Smith for a split-screen cover of “Stand By Me,” which was absolutely beautiful.

Lizzo

Lizzo covered “A Change Is Gonna Come” by Soul legend Sam Cooke.

“We got this, we’ll get through this together,” she said.

Jennifer Lopez

Jennifer Lopez covered Barbara Streisand’s “People” while sitting near a tree wrapped in white lights.

“You know there’s one thing that I realized more than anything during this whole time and it’s how much we all need each other,” she said.

Keith Urban

Country star Keith Urban performed “Higher Love” with multiple versions of himself very cleverly edited into the video to create harmonies, in what looked like a decked-out home studio. One of the Keith Urbans even went off on a guitar solo.

He followed the performance by saying: “To all of the health care workers, everybody on the frontlines and behind the scenes, on behalf of [my wife Nicole Kidman], our girls, myself, all of us here. We say thank you.”

Maluma

Reggaeton star Maluma performed an acoustic version of the party hit “Carnaval.”

Burna Boy

Afrofusion hitmaker Burna Boy sang “African Giant” and “Hallelujah.”

Billie Eilish

Pop phenomenon Billie Eilish sang “Sunny” in front of a sunny backdrop, as her brother Finneas played the piano at her side.

Billie Joe Armstrong

Billie Joe Armstrong sang an acoustic version of the Green Day song “Wake Me Up When September Ends,” channeling the global mood of people hunkering down during the pandemic. Images of empty streets played across the screen to highlight how desolate many cities have become since social distancing took effect to flatten the curve.

Celine Dion, Andrea Bocelli, Lady Gaga, and John Legend

The event culminated in a riveting performance of “The Prayer” by Celine Dion, Andrea Bocelli, Lady Gaga, and John Legend, with piano accompaniment by Lang Lang. The artists all performed from their respective homes, adhering to social distancing guidelines established by medical professionals.

The origins of One World: Together At Home are in the “Together At Home” digital concert series — which first kicked off on March 16, with a heartwarming home performance by Chris Martin. This led to daily streamed performances from dozens of other artists and influencers.

In that tradition, the special TV broadcast was preceded by a mammoth six-hour digital event, filled with performances from artists all over the world, as well as inspirational news stories, calls to action, and more.

R&B star Andra Day opened the digital program with a deeply moving performance of “Rise Up” as her falsetto reached stunning heights.

“Though we’re in the midst of such a terrible tragedy … we can develop a deeper sense of community,” she said.

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BBNaija Day 54: Housemates Recover From a Night of Freaky Fun With a Slow Morning

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14 hours ago

September 18, 2025

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BBNaija Day 54 housemates recover after freaky fun night

It was all fun and games in Biggie’s house last night as the housemates let loose in a wild session of spicy charades that kept everyone laughing into the early hours. But after so much energy, Day 54 began at a much slower pace.

The night’s highlight was a daring twist on charades where the housemates had to guess sexual positions through live demonstrations. The boys gave their best efforts, with Kola stealing the spotlight and eventually clinching victory for the guys with his bold antics.

Not to be outdone, the ladies brought their A-game. Zita wowed the house when she pulled off a daring split on Kaybobo, but it was Joanna who claimed the crown with an outrageous stunt that left the house in stitches.

By morning, the house was unusually quiet. Most of the housemates stayed in bed until 11 a.m., recovering from the fun-filled night. Once up, they eased back into routine. Joanna and Mensan served their punishments by crawling across the house, while Isabella got busy scrubbing the toilets after being tagged the “house snail of the week.”

The party vibes may have slowed them down, but the energy in the house remains high as the BBNaija S10 journey continues.

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Cardi B Announces Arena Tour and Pregnancy with Stefon Diggs

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2 days ago

September 17, 2025

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Cardi B reveals her Little Miss Drama Tour and pregnancy with Stefon Diggs, as she prepares to release Am I the Drama? and project $46M tour revenue.

Cardi B, born Belcalis Marlenis Almánzar Cephus, has revealed two major life updates: her first-ever headlining arena tour and the news that she is expecting her fourth child.

The Grammy-winning rapper announced that The Little Miss Drama Tour will kick off in February 2026, spanning more than 30 cities across North America. The tour supports her highly anticipated album Am I the Drama?, set for release on September 19.

In an interview with Gayle King on CBS Mornings (September 17), Cardi confirmed she is pregnant with her first child with boyfriend Stefon Diggs, wide receiver for the Houston Texans. She said the baby is due before the tour begins and expressed confidence in balancing motherhood and her demanding career.

The news follows her recent divorce from rapper Offset, with whom she shares three children. Despite the personal transitions, Cardi’s upcoming tour is already generating significant momentum, with presale ticket sales projected to surpass $46 million.

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Rema Faces Backlash Over Alleged Police Harassment of Contractor Amaka Obasi

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2 days ago

September 16, 2025

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Nigerian singer Divine Ikubor, popularly known as Rema, is facing backlash on social media following allegations that he used the Nigeria Police Force to harass and detain a contractor, Amaka Obasi, over a payment dispute.

The claims were made on X (formerly Twitter) by a user identified as Derrick (@software_artist), who alleged that Rema had engaged Amaka for multiple renovation projects, including work on his mother’s house in Benin, his personal residence, and later commissioned her to build a music studio and improve a water system.

According to Derrick, the disagreement began after Amaka requested payment for services rendered. He alleged that Rema tricked her into attending a meeting, after which she was arrested by operatives of the Force CID at Alagbon, Lagos, and forced to pay over ₦1 million as bail over the weekend.

“Rema is using the Nigeria Police Force to harass and detain Amaka Obasi all because she asked for payment on the project he commissioned her to do,” Derrick claimed in a widely shared post.

The allegations have sparked widespread criticism online, with many users demanding accountability from the police and urging Rema to respond to the claims.

As of press time, neither Rema nor the Nigeria Police Force has issued an official statement regarding the matter.

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BBNaija S10: Denari, Tracy Evicted as Ebuka Steals Show with Obasanjo-Inspired Agbada

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September 15, 2025

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The drama and glamour of Big Brother Naija Season 10 intensified on Sunday night with a double eviction, a bold fashion statement from host Ebuka Obi-Uchendu, and fresh conversations around housemates’ intimacy in the show.

Denari and Tracy Evicted

Housemates Denari and Tracy became the latest contestants to leave the house during the live eviction show in Lagos.

Denari was the first to be evicted. On stage, Ebuka teased him about missing fellow housemate Doris, hinting it might have influenced his early exit. Denari, however, said he was looking forward to life after the show, revealing plans to pursue careers in acting, music, and entertainment hosting—even joking that he could replace Ebuka as BBNaija host, a remark that drew laughter from fans.

Tracy soon followed as the second eviction of the night. Reflecting on her time in the house, she admitted she had grown tired of the experience, describing her stay as full of “ups and downs.” Though she confessed she had no immediate post-eviction plans, Tracy said she was open to embracing any opportunities that come her way.

Ebuka also highlighted her close bond with fellow housemate Zita, praising their “sismance” as one of the positive dynamics of the season.

Ebuka Stuns in Obasanjo-Inspired Agbada

Beyond the evictions, host Ebuka once again stole the spotlight with his fashion-forward tribute to Nigerian history.

He arrived in an Obasanjo-inspired agbada, a creative recreation of the attire worn by former Head of State Olusegun Obasanjo during his 1977 White House visit with U.S. President Jimmy Carter.

Sharing the look on his X handle, Ebuka wrote:
“Recreated by @deco_d29, inspired by the viral photo of Nigeria’s longest serving head of state, President Olusegun Obasanjo at the White House with former US President, Jimmy Carter in 1977.”

The richly embroidered agbada, paired with a regal cap and walking staff, drew admiration online and cemented Ebuka’s reputation as a style icon of the BBNaija franchise.

Ex-Housemate Weighs In on Intimacy in the House

Meanwhile, former housemate Adekunle Olapade stirred conversation off-stage after commenting on the rising intimacy in Season 10, tagged “10/10.”

With videos of relationships between Koyin and Isabella as well as Jason Jae and Sultana making rounds, Adekunle explained in an interview with Pulse that nudity within the house plays a role in fueling attraction.

“All the housemates see each other naked,” he said. “You cannot be in a house with somebody you see without clothes almost every day and not feel attracted to them. It won’t work.”

Adekunle, who competed in the Level Up season (2022) and the All Stars edition, added that critics of housemates’ intimacy were being “hypocritical,” insisting there was nothing wrong with consenting adults forming relationships in the house.

The Season Heats Up

With Denari and Tracy gone, Season 10 of Big Brother Naija is tightening up as new alliances, romances, and rivalries take center stage. From Ebuka’s fashion moments to shifting dynamics in the house, viewers remain glued to their screens as the race for the grand prize continues.

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Phyna’s Sister, Ruth, Reportedly Laid to Rest After Fatal Accident

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5 days ago

September 13, 2025

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“Funeral held for Ruth Otabor, sister of BBNaija winner Phyna, after fatal accident

Ruth Otabor, the younger sister of Big Brother Naija Season 7 winner, Ijeoma Josephina Otabor, popularly known as Phyna, has reportedly been laid to rest following her tragic passing.

Ruth died after being involved in a road accident that allegedly involved a Dangote truck. The incident left her with severe injuries, and despite efforts to save her, she did not survive.

*Phyna’s Sister Ruth Reportedly Laid to Rest After Fatal Accident*

The Dangote Group has been reported to have assisted in evacuating her remains after the crash. While investigations into the exact circumstances of the incident are still ongoing, the development has sparked conversations about road safety and the recurring involvement of heavy-duty trucks in fatal accidents across Nigeria.

Ruth’s death has left her family, friends, and fans of Phyna in deep mourning. Many have taken to social media to share condolence messages, offering prayers and support to the Otabor family during this difficult period.

Phyna, who rose to fame after winning the Big Brother Naija “Level Up” edition in 2022, has yet to make a detailed public statement, but close associates confirm she is deeply devastated by the loss.

The burial reportedly took place today, with family members calling for privacy as they grieve the sudden tragedy.

May Ruth’s soul rest in peace.

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