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John Legend Under Fire for Honoring Prince at Democratic National Convention

John Legend Under Fire for Honoring Prince at Democratic National Convention

It’s not him legend– The great performance that the fans were hoping for.

Grammy Award-winning singer John Legend disappointed fans with his underwhelming performance of Prince’s “Let’s Go Crazy” at the Democratic National Convention on Wednesday night.

Legend, 45, took the stage alongside musician Sheila E. moments before Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz delivered his first major address to voters at the United Center.

John Legend performs a version of Prince’s hit song “Let’s Go Crazy” during Day 3 of the Democratic National Convention at the United Center. Jasper Colt-USA Today

However, Legend’s rendition of the ’80s hit wasn’t all that impressive, with some fans of the late artist’s “Purple Rain” quickly letting their opinions be heard on social media.

“Who decided John Legend was the perfect choice to perform ‘Let’s Go Crazy’? Don’t do that shit again. Sheila E. and that guitarist alone were awesome!” one X user wrote.

“I don’t want to hear John Legend sing Prince songs,” another wrote.

“Why would they choose @johnlegend to do a Prince song? He can’t play notes and has no rhythm. What an insult to Prince’s legacy. Honestly people, leave him alone. Have some respect for him,” one angry Prince fan wrote.

“Prince in heaven watching John Legend honor him,” another posted, sharing a GIF of Logan Roy from HBO’s “Succession” looking unimpressed.

Legend and Shayla E. perform at the 2024 Democratic National Convention at the United Center in Chicago on August 21, 2024. Ron Sachs – CNP for the New York Post
Legend, 45, took the stage alongside musician Sheila E. moments before Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz delivered his first major address to voters at the United Center. AFP via Getty Images

“Let’s Go Crazy” was a hit single from Prince and The Revolution’s 1984 album “Purple Rain”, and is considered one of the musician’s most successful songs – spending two weeks at number one on the Billboard Hot 100.

Prince, a beloved son of Minnesota, was born and raised in the Land of Ten Thousand Lakes. The award-winning singer died in his home state in 2016.

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Sheila E., a 66-year-old California singer and drummer, is a longtime friend and collaborator of Prince.

Prince performs during the “Pepsi Halftime Show” at Super Bowl XLI between the Indianapolis Colts and the Chicago Bears on February 4, 2007, at Dolphin Stadium in Miami Gardens, Florida. Getty Images

Legend has been a prominent supporter of Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris and Walz in their bids for the White House.

Hours before his performance on stage, the “All of Me” singer described Harris as a “smart, charismatic, compassionate” choice who was more than qualified to be commander-in-chief.

“She is fully qualified to be president” Legend He told CBS Mornings,.

“She also has the right personality traits that I think make her a great president, which is that she cares about people’s lives, she wants government to work for people and improve their lives,” he added.

Legend was among several high-profile artists — including Patti LaBelle, Jason Isbell, Mickey Jetton, and Little John — who performed at the Democratic National Convention.