JAY-Z, Lil Wayne, John Legend, DJ Khaled, Rick Ross, and Fridayy took the stage at the 2023 Grammy Awards for a powerful performance of the song “God Did.” The performance marked the closing of the 65th Grammy Awards and showcased the collaboration between these superstar musicians.
Led by DJ Khaled, the performance began inside the Crypto.com Arena, with Legend, Rick Ross, Lil Wayne, JAY-Z, and Fridayy joining him outside the arena. The song, which was nominated for multiple awards including song of the year, best rap song, and best rap performance, was brought to life with the help of purple neon lights illuminating the street.
During the performance, Legend played the piano while the musicians gathered around a buffet-style meal. The powerful moment concluded with Khaled expressing his gratitude and acknowledging the challenges faced by artists in the industry. The song “God Did” is featured on DJ Khaled’s self-titled album, which is also in the running for album of the year. Prior to Khaled’s performance, Harry Styles had won the award for Harry’s House.
In an Apple Music interview with Zane Lowe, Khaled expressed his admiration for JAY-Z, describing him as one of his idols. The collaboration between these artists showcased their mutual respect and camaraderie.
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