The 'Just Give Me a Reason' singer surprises everyone as she performs 'What About Us' with her daughter on the fourth and final day of the Democratic National Convention.
- August 23, 2024
AceShowbiz - Pink made a surprise appearance at the Democratic National Convention (DNC) on Thursday, August 22, accompanied by her daughter, Willow Sage Hart. The iconic singer performed a stripped-down rendition of her 2017 hit "What About Us", sending a powerful message of unity and resistance.
Together, Pink and Willow sang the track's poignant lyrics, "We are searchlights, we can see in the dark/ We are rockets, pointed up at the stars/ We are billions of beautiful hearts/ And you sold us down the river too far." The performance was bathed in a vibrant pink light, creating a symbolic moment of hope and defiance.
This DNC appearance marks Pink's first-ever performance at the convention. However, she has consistently voiced her political views, including her support for LGBTQ rights and reproductive justice. Notably, she has partnered with PEN America to distribute banned books at her concerts in Florida, which has implemented restrictive educational policies.
In 2020, Pink endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris, raising nearly $2 million at a fundraising Zoom call. "We are in this ... and I'm just really grateful that us women are going to have a voice," she said during the call.
Pink's DNC performance followed a star-studded lineup during the four-day convention that included Stevie Wonder, Sheila E., John Legend and Maren Morris. Legend and Sheila E. paid tribute to Prince with a rousing rendition of "Let's Go Crazy", while Morris delivered her protest song "Better Than We Found It", addressing the political divide in the United States.
Pink's appearance at the DNC demonstrates her unwavering commitment to social justice and her belief in the power of music to inspire change. Her performance served as a powerful reminder of the importance of unity, inclusivity and the fight for progress.