Lizzo sparks a flood of emotions on social media after recreating beloved artwork during SNL’s Break Up Twice performance
Lizzo’s appearance as a musical guest on Saturday Night Live went far beyond the typical song and dance.
The Grammy winner caused a flood of emotions when he recreated the beloved work of art, paying homage to Annie Lee’s famous painting Blue Monday for his Break Up Twice performance.
The hitmaker, 34, wore a white slip as she sat on a bed on a set made to match the painting’s backdrop.
Art: Lizzo, 34, took to social media after creating a tribute to the Blue Monday painting by the late Annie Lee for her performance of Break Up Twice on Saturday Night Live. unleashed a flood of
The social media world then went wild, with fans expressing their gratitude and sharing the importance of references during her emotional performance.
One fan wrote, “America’s one and only black @lizzo makes no excuses for her place in the cultural zeitgeist. At the turn of the 21st century, every black home should have this painting.” We are exhausted.’
This painting is a self-portrait of the artist who passed away in 2017 at the age of 79. She does not draw faces on women so that others can discern emotions. Her other work has been featured on TV shows such as The Cosby Show and Another World.
Praise: Admiration for Lizzo’s performance overtook the internet as fans posted photos of the original painting next to the Grammy winner’s “unapologetic” recreation of the scene.
Bantu Knots: One fan praised her performance and hairstyles that included Bantu Knots
Art: Another fan praised her portrayal, writing, “You are literally ART.”
Everything: One fan wrote that the Grammy winner’s performance was “everything.”The late Annie Lee was known for her depictions of everyday life for African Americans
Got it: Lizzo amassed a collection of social media posts about her performance, thanking the audience for saying “Okay”. She also thanked her team at Creative for completing the set in less than a week.
A devoted fan said, “It was all about ‘Blue Monday’ tributes to Lizzo… keeping Saaang @lizzo and Annie Lee fresh in our minds.” Another beloved Lizzo art embodiment commented, “This is so amazing!” The black queen rocking her Bantu Knots on #SNL looks stunning, performing Break Up Twice.
Lizzo shared a video of the performance on Instagram, expressing her own appreciation alongside the post, writing, “You understand me, you really understand me…” increase.
“Thanks to the creative team for helping us bring this vision to life in less than a week of preparation! Let’s make miracles together!” I sang a performance of the song, Someday at Christmas.
Elvis star Austin Butler, 31, hosted the show and capped off a week of Golden Globe nominations for Best Actor for his performance as the King of Rock and Roll.
Elvis star Austin Butler, who was nominated for a Golden Globe for his performance in the biopic about the King of Rock and the role, hosted the show.
The actor resumed his character, briefly sang a new version of Blue Christmas, and said goodbye to a tearful Cecily Strong who left the show after 11 seasons.
In a Twitter post, Lizzo shared a behind-the-scenes photo with the host, writing, “Austin gives the best hugs. I’m so proud of him!
Proud: Lizzo shared a behind-the-scenes photo, writing, “Austin gives the best hugs. I’m so proud of him!
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