Usher, Babyface Stir Up Drama at Apollo Theater’s 90th Anniversary Bash

This week, the Apollo Theater, an iconic landmark, turned 90 and hosted a grand event on Tuesday night, which was a pop culture event that featured explosive performances by singers Usher and Babyface, along with a dramatic twist that everyone is still talking about.

Arguably one of New York’s most iconic venues, The Apollo opened the flood gates for anything any artist could dream of and didn’t hold back for this momentous show. The red carpet was laid out and the theatre was summerized with lights, the audiences were also eager to witness the show. It was not just a concert to pay tribute to the theater, but many celebrities, music lovers, and fans who came to worship the stars that performed at the venue.

Some of the stars include eight-time Grammy Awards winner Usher and singer, songwriter, and record producer BABYFACE who is equally renowned as a song composer and producer. The award in question was honorific and acknowledged their extraordinary impact on the music industry and future artists alike.

Usher, the sex symbol famous for his soft voice and recent work as a dancer, was the first to fill the stage. He took his award in humility and appreciate and took his time to acknowledge the Apollo Theater for experts it has played in his career. Tears welled up in Usher’s eyes as he said, ‘This place is not just a theater; it is a representation of dreamAchievers.’ English: ‘I am standing here with the ghosts of legends dancing on this stage and it is a sheer privilege to be here,’ said a talented performer.

With a successful 30-year career, Usher shares his secret to continued success. The singer and Kenneth “Babyface” Edmonds were both honored by the Apollo Theater as the legendary Harlem institution marked its 90th Anniversary. pic.twitter.com/0IPmVHOW1v

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It was looking to go on to a brighter note for the crowd began clapping and there was a jovial feeling. However, the drama was fifteen minutes later when Babyface was invited on stage, he is a man who writes love songs, produces major radio hits for Whitney Houston and Toni Braxton among other artists.

I was still very young, innocent, and naive about the complexities of life when I first watched the video of ‘Brown Skin Girl’ by Beyonce and Wizkid featuring Saint Have mercy; Babyface must have uttered those nine words when he was being presented an award he won at the just concluded Soul Train Music Awards when the mic was mysteriously cut off midway through his acceptance speech. The audience made a audible gasp then there was a momentary confusion for the seeming interruption as the glowing light of the glitch nearly overshadowed Babyface’s rightfully deserved award.

NEW YORK (AP) — The Apollo Theater, a bastion of Black music and culture and one of New York City’s most storied venues, celebrates its 90th anniversary this year. https://t.co/6uD2x23j72

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