Los Angeles, June 30th – The stage at the Peacock Theater was practically combusting with star power as Teyana Taylor, Keke Palmer, and Chlöe led the charge to honor the one and only Usher at the 2024 BET Awards. In a display of epic proportions, these queens, alongside an entourage of other talented entertainers, turned the evening into a 17-minute extravaganza fit for a king—or at least a Lifetime Achievement Award recipient who knows how to bust a move.
The man of the hour, Usher, who apparently has never aged a day past 25, graced the front row with his presence all night long. Sporting a smile that could light up a stadium, Usher watched as the tribute unfolded, possibly wondering if anyone was going to slip on the metaphorical banana peel of live performances.
Coco Jones, never one to shy away from the spotlight, took it up a notch by serenading Usher and his lovely wife Jenn Goicoechea up close and personal. It was a heartwarming moment that screamed, “Look, Ma, no hands!” before Coco launched herself back on stage, continuing with Usher’s swoon-worthy hit “There Goes My Baby.”
But wait, there’s more! Here’s a breakdown of the magical musical mayhem that ensued:
1. **Childish Gambino** – Apparently, Donald Glover decided his alter ego needed a night out, treating everyone to “U Don’t Have to Call.” Judging by his smooth moves, he might have received a few calls post-performance.
2. **Keke Palmer** – Keke made the audience “Wanna…” well, “Wanna” a lot of things with her electrifying rendition of “You Make Me Wanna…”
3. **Summer Walker** – Bringing the cool factor to an all-time high, Summer Walker performed “Good Good,” proving once again that she’s good good at what she does.
4. **Coco Jones** – After her impromptu Usher moment, Coco belted out “There Goes My Baby,” ensuring everyone’s hearts melted faster than ice cream on a summer day.
5. **Marsha Ambrosius** – Marsha dazzled with “Superstar,” reminding everyone why she’s exactly that—a superstar with vocal cords spun from gold.
6. **Chlöe** – Chlöe turned up the heat with “Good Kisser,” sending pulses racing and temperatures rising in the theater.
7. **Tinashe** – With “Nice & Slow,” Tinashe brought a sultry vibe, making sure everyone in the audience was catching their breath.
8. **Teyana Taylor & Victoria Monet** – This dynamic duo joined forces for “Bad Girl,” making it clear that being bad never looked so good.
9. **Latto** – Closing the tribute with a bang, Latto had everyone yelling “Yeah!” louder than a rock concert.
An unforgettable night where Usher’s iconic career was celebrated in the most entertaining way possible. If you missed it, grab some popcorn and check out the full performance online because trust us, it’s worth every minute.
