Will Smith Stuns BET Awards with “You Can Make It'”
Will Smith made a triumphant return to the BET Awards stage with the debut of his powerful new song, “You Can Make It.” The performance, backed by the Sunday Service Choir, Chandler Moore, and Kirk Franklin, left the audience in awe and earned a well-deserved standing ovation.
Smith began the performance dramatically, standing on a stage designed to look like lava and surrounded by fire. As he rapped the lyrics, “The darker the hell you gotta endure / The brighter the heaven you get to enjoy,” the fiery imagery served as a perfect backdrop for his inspiring message. The performance concluded with a symbolic rain extinguishing the flames, underscoring themes of hope and renewal.
The crowd responded with enthusiastic applause, and Smith later tweeted a video of the performance, captioned, “I have returned Home! The comeback is always bigger than the setback.” This tweet encapsulated the spirit of resilience and optimism that defined his performance.
Connie Orlando, Executive VP of Specials, Music Programming, and Music Strategy at BET, expressed her excitement over Smith’s return to the BET Awards stage. She praised him as a global icon whose career spans from his early days as a rapper to his current status as a box office king.
The new song, which features Fridayy and the Sunday Service Choir, was released just before the awards show. The Sunday Service Choir also shared their thoughts on Instagram, emphasizing the universal nature of overcoming dark times and finding growth and wisdom through challenges.
Will Smith’s performance at the BET Awards was more than just a musical debut; it was a powerful statement of perseverance and faith, reminding us all that every setback is an opportunity for a greater comeback.
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