MUMBAI: With a successful streak, the event curated by Lady Gaga – ‘One World: Together at Home’ managed to raise over $120 million! Initiated to raise funds for WHO’s Solidarity Relief Fund in association with Global Citizen, the event saw a massive attendance of some of the most renowned artists, including Bollywood superstars – Priyanka Chopra Jonas and Shah Rukh Khan. The event also witnessed celebrated Indian artists like Lisa Mishra and Vishal Mishra. Over 100 performances – both live and pre – recorded concerts, the show saw some exceptional performances from artists singing from the comfort of their homes. In India, Viacom18’s English Cluster and OTT platform – Comedy Central, Colors Infinity, Vh1 India and Voot aired the program LIVE on 19th April at 5.30am. The show is available for everyone to watch on VOOT.
You can watch the repeat telecast on Vh1 India, Comedy Central and Colors Infinity on 21st of April at 9pm, 5pm and 11am respectively.
Here are 10 performances that stole everyone’s hearts:
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1. Billie Eilish & Finneas performing “Sunny”
Putting a spin on the classic song, Billie Eilish performed ‘Sunny’. The Grammy winner performed for the event One World: Together at Home, with her brother Finneas joining her by playing the piano as she sings.
2. John Legend and Sam Smith performing “Stand By Me”
The song that was sung at the Royal wedding in 2018, made a comeback for a combined performance by Sam Smith and John Legend. As two of the most heart touching voices, the song hit a new note is what makes it special and worth watching.
3. Taylor Swift’s melodious performance to “Soon you’ll get better”
One of the most emotional performances included Taylors Swift’s “Soon you’ll get better”. The song that was originally written and recorded for her mother, resonated with all those families who lost a dear one in the battle against the global epidemic.
4. Lady Gaga’s rendition of “Smiles”
Spreading some cheer and pouring her heart out, Lady Gaga sang the classic ‘Smiles’, making it one of the show – stopping performances. In her element, the singer was seen playing her piano at home as she emoted the song
5. Camila Cabello & Shawn Mendes’ performance of “What A Wonderful World”
The sublime performance delivered by Camila Cabello and Shawn Mendes struck a chord with the audience. Sitting side by side at the piano and blending their vocals, they elevated their performance of “What a Wonderful World”
6. Lizzo’s heart touching performance of “A change is Gonna come”
As a natural show stopper whenever she performs, Lizzo rendered the audience speechless as belted out Sam Cooke’s “A Change Is Gonna Come”. Taking it a notch higher even without any background performers and props, she stole the highlight.
7. Sir Elton John sings “I’m still Standing”
Singing a fast paced “I’m still standing”, Sir Elton John served support to everyone at the frontlines of the epidemic. Thanking their contributions, he begins the musical performance that will surely tap your feet.
8. Celine Dion, Andrea Bocelli, Lady Gaga, Lang Lang, John Legend perform “The Prayer”
Surprising the audience with a special appearance in the performance of “The Prayer”, the legendary singer was joined by her duet partner Andrea Bocelli, plus event curator Lady Gaga, John Legend, and pianist Lang Lang for the performance.
9. Jennifer Lopez singing “People”
Seated at a backyard tree lined with glowing white lights, Jennifer Lopez, takes on the classic “People” by Funny Girl. Reminding us what a great vocalist she is, she impresses the viewers with the humility in her performance.
10. The Rolling Stones belt to their hit “You Can’t Ways Get What You Want”
Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, Charlie Watts, and Ronnie Wood zoomed in from their own homes to perform their hit ‘You Can’t Ways Get What You Want.’ The Stones exuded an enthusiasm like always that shone through their performance too.
11. Lisa Mishra sings “Sajna Ve”
Dedicating her song to all the lovers who are away from each other, Lisa Mishra sings the song she put out last year – “Sajna Ve”. Playing the Guitar from her grandfather’s house, she totally won hearts and brought them together.
12. Vishal Mishra belts out ‘Aaj Bhi’
Singing a beautiful song ‘Aaj Bhi’, Vishal Mishra brings tears to people’s eyes and gives others goosebumps. Starting with a message to everyone to stay home and stay safe, he dedicates the song to everyone who has lost someone they loved dearly to this pandemic.
Watch all these stellar performances and more on VOOT right now and tune in to Comedy Central, Colors Infinity and Vh1 India for the repeat telecast on the 21st of April at 9pm, 5pm and 11am respectively.
