As the annual concert festivities took place in New York for the Black Girls Rock! Foundation’s recognition of contributions by women of color, R&B was in full force with hot performances by Alicia Keys, Brandy, Keyshia Cole, India Arie, SWV, Ciara, and Missy Elliott.
Keys opened with “New Day,” the perfect song to empower the youth. Brandy and Keyshia Cole belted their new singles “Wildest Dreams” and “Trust and Believe.” Ciara’s musical montage featured her new song “One Woman Army,” “Sorry” and an old favorite “1,2 Step” by bringing out Missy Elliott. SWV tore the house down with a medley of their gems such as “Weak,” “Right Here,” and “I’m So Into You. India.Arie sang “6th Avenue,” showing her talents with a flute solo, and closed the show with her affirming hit “I Am Not My Hair.”
For the first time in Black Girls Rock! history, men took the stage to applaud the women. Luke James, Eric Benet and Anthony Hamilton performed a soul-stirring rendition of New Birth’s “Wild Flower.”
Alicia Keys, Dionne Warwick, and Janelle Monae were among a few of the show’s honorees.
Here are the performances and acceptance speeches, in case you missed it (Just scroll through for more):
It was an unforgettable night of music, inspiration and empowerment when R&B legends took the stage at BET’s Black Girls Rock! 2012. From Lauryn Hill to Brandy and Monica, some of the biggest names in R&B united to celebrate African-American women across all industries. The show featured incredible performances that left fans cheering for more. If you missed it or want a recap, here’s everything you need to know about the event.
The star-studded evening kicked off with TLC performing their hit song “No Scrubs.” Host Tracee Ellis Ross then introduced honorees including actress Regina King and singer Chaka Khan who were celebrated for their contributions to the world of entertainment. Later in the night, Queen Latifah paid tribute to Whitney Houston with a stunning performance of “I Will Always Love You” before Lauryn Hill closed out the show with her classic hits.
Fans everywhere are still talking about this powerful celebration of black excellence and female achievement. It truly was a night to remember as R&B shined on one very special stage. Now let’s take a look back at what made this event so memorable – check out our full recap below!
Overview Of Event
At this year’s BET Black Girls Rock! 2012, R&B music was a standout hit. The event took place in Newark New Jersey and featured some of the most talented female singers from around the globe. From smooth vocals to breathtaking performances, it was clear that these ladies had something special to offer.
The night began with an electrifying performance by India Arie, who filled the room with her soulful sound. She received a standing ovation from the entire audience and set the tone for what would be an amazing evening of entertainment. Following India were artists such as Jennifer Hudson and Estelle who both sang their tracks with passion and grace. Each artist brought something unique to the table and left everyone feeling inspired.
Overall, BET Black Girls Rock! 2012 was a great success and provided a platform for some incredible talent to shine through. It was clear that each performer possessed immense skill and poise, making them true stars in their own right. This event showed us just how powerful women are when they come together to create unforgettable moments of artistry and magic.
Performances At Black Girls Rock! 2012
The night was truly an unforgettable experience for all in attendance. From the opening performance by India Arie to the last song of the evening, each artist brought something special and unique to the stage. The performances were simply magical—full of energy, passion, and soul.
Jennifer Hudson captivated the audience with her powerful voice and presence on stage. Her rendition of “I Will Always Love You” had everyone singing along as she filled the room with emotion. Estelle made sure that no one would forget her name after delivering a dynamic set featuring songs from her latest album All Of Me. Alicia Keys also put on quite a show with her classic hits like “No One” and “Girl On Fire”.
Overall, BET Black Girls Rock! 2012 did not disappoint. Each performer highlighted their own individual styles while still unifying together under the same cause: celebrating black women around the world who have achieved success despite facing adversity. It was evident throughout the night that these stars are true examples of what it means to be beautiful and talented inside and out.
Conclusion
The 2012 Black Girls Rock! event was an amazing display of the talents and strength of black women. It was a night filled with inspiring performances and moments that served as reminders for us all to continue to celebrate, support, and uplift one another. From Leela James’ soulful rendition of “A Change is Gonna Come” to Jill Scott’s electric performance of her hit single “Blessed”, every moment was captivating. Add in India Arie’s powerful speech about self-love and Toni Braxton’s moving tribute to Whitney Houston, it made for a truly unforgettable evening.
We should be proud to live in a society where we can take time out of our busy lives to recognize the achievements of so many incredible individuals. I’m reminded just how much beauty there is in diversity when events like this come together. We may not always agree on everything but through music, art, culture and other means we are able to express ourselves without words. That’s what makes these type of moments so special – they remind us all why it’s important to look beyond superficial differences and appreciate each other for who we really are.
