There were so many amazing talents that took the stage of the Tidal X Brooklyn benefit concert Tuesday evening.
The fourth annual benefit concert featured many artists from a number of different genres looking to help raise money and awareness for prison reform in America. It was announced that all proceeds from the event were donated to four different non-profit organizations that benefit criminal justice reforms across America.
The show include more than thirty acts that graced the stage at the Barclays Center for a six-hour performance which was also live streamed for at home viewers who were not physically in attendance. The array of performers gave the 20,000 fans in attendance and viewers at home a night full of enjoyment. In result of the show Billboard decided to highlight six acts that they feel gave the crowd goosebumps that will have them talking about these particular performances for a long time.
Normani
The first act Billboard decided to highlight is Normani Kordei Hamilton , and I couldn’t agree with this highlight more. Normani looked radiant on stage as she put on a performance that had everyone’s eyes glued to her every move. The 22-year old ex-Fifth Harmony member definitely proved that she is more than capable of being a solo act after speculation grew about how successful the members would be when announcing their permanent hiatus. Her highly choreographed performance and commanding stage presence reminded me of high status female artists like Beyonce and Teyana Taylor. This was definitely one performance no one will forget and I’m so glad I got to witness it.
Meek Mill
The second act is Meek Mill who amazed fans by veering away from his scheduled set and inviting fans on stage to Milly Rock and show off their dance moves. Radio legend and the voice of New York welcomed Meek to the stage, a performance the audience long awaited for, considering Meeks personal ties to the cause. The Philadelphia born rapper started with a crowd favorite “Dreams and Nightmares” which is a guaranteed way to get his fans up and reciting every word of the song. His performance heightened when the rapper held a memorable moment of silence for those who have fell victim to gun violence or wrongful imprisonment. This performance overall was definitely a crowd favorite as the rapper ended by bringing four audience members on stage to Milly Rock and Harlem Shake completely off script but something everyone enjoyed.
THE LOX
The next performance mentioned by billboard was definitely a blast from the past that all early 90’s babies probably have been longing. During The LOX had a little surprise for fans as they played throwbacks that everyone couldn’t help but jump up and down to. This performance will definitely also be remember by the multiple negative remarks made towards Donald Trump by group member Jadakiss. The crowd was even more stunned when the group brought out 90’s legend Lil Kim. Her performance of “It’s all about the Benjamins baby” showed this 90’s queen bee has still got it and always will.
Kodak Black
Kodak performed his new song, which proved to be known by the crowd even though it had just been released a few weeks ago.
Anderson. Paak
Not only did Paak show his multifaceted talent by both rapping and playing the drums during his set. His performance reached a new level after the star invited rapper Too Short to join him.
Lil Wayne
Finally the performer many people waited till one in the morning to see, Lil Wayne. Lil Wayne was one of the headliners for the night. His 30 minute concert finale included songs from his new album as well as some of his old classics. One of my personal favs performed during the night was the rappers Don’t Cry song on his new album which samples xxxtentacion, a young rapper who passed away this past summer. The tribute to the young rapper pulled on many heartstrings in the audience. The rapper ended the show with an iconic message to his fans “I aint shit without you”.
There were a number of other amazing performances Tuesday night. Some others that I personally enjoyed were Queen Naija, an up and coming new artist who performed some of her new hit songs, “Medicine” and “Karma”. Of course another I enjoyed happens to be a total legend who many doubted if she would even show up. Lauryn Hill gave a breathtaking performance singing some of her classics and even doing a remix of Drakes hit song “Nice for What” which samples the song “Ex-Factor” from her album The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill.
Of course the night included a multitude of other talented performances, and many shout outs and stories about people who have been personally affected by police brutality and unfair treatment within the justice system. This show will definitely be one to remember.
Comment down below if you watched the show and what some of your favorite moments were.
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