https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c3Pu-iJV0vs
Last night Chance The Rapper flawlessly paid homage to the greatest boxer ever, Muhammad Ali with a real soulful tribute at the ESPN ESPY Awards. In the process, Chance also debuted a new song while Ali’s greatest moments flickered on the jumbotron.
“Ain’t nowhere greater,” he sang. “Ain’t nowhere brighter / Ain’t nowhere better / Ain’t no one prettier / Ain’t no one wiser / Ain’t no one better.”
Chance then proceeds with the touching chorus: “I was a rock/ I was a rock and roller/ Back in my day/ But now I’m just a rock/ I was a rock and roller/ Back in my day/ But now I’m just a rock/ I was a rock.”
On stage joining Lil Chano was Jamila Woods, Peter Cottontale, Teddy Jackson, Donnie Trumpet and a full choir that added depth and emotion to the performance.
See Chance’s pre-performance warm-up with NBA MVP, Steph Curry below.
Besides praying this is the best way to prep for a big moment #ESPYS cc: @StephenCurry30 pic.twitter.com/qf4kC2kACl
— Lil Chano From 79th (@chancetherapper) July 14, 2016
Following the show he expressed his gratitude for Ali. What a great moment for Chance, whom although independent has accomplished some real big things.
It was an honor. Rest in peace Muhammad Ali, He is in a much better place. #ESPYS https://t.co/C8q4ThB3zx
— Chance The Rapper (@chancetherapper) July 14, 2016
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