Saudi Arabia continues to make its presence felt on the global music map. Most notably with MDLBEAST‘s Grand Prix weekend, which included headlining performances from the likes of Jennifer Lopez and Usher.
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J.Lo turned Jeddah’s Corniche into her personal runway, dropping hit after hit – such as ‘On The Floor’ and ‘Ain’t Your Mama’ – with the kind of choreography only she can serve.
From sultry ballads to dancefloor anthems, the icon gave fans a stadium-sized spectacle that reminded everyone exactly why she’s that girl.
Then on Sunday, Usher took the baton and delivered a masterclass in R&B showmanship. With flawless vocals, slick moves, and undeniable swagger, he lit up the mainstage with a performance that proved timeless doesn’t mean tired – it means legendary.
Check out some of the action from the weekend:
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Other names on the stacked weekend lineup included Peggy Gou, PARTYNEXTDOOR, Major Lazer, Marwan Pablo, and a powerhouse joint set from Arab pop greats Hisham Abbas, Moustafa Amar & Hamid El Shaeri.
Ramadan Alharatani, CEO of MDLBEAST, said of the colossal conclusion to the F1 weekend:
“There’s no formula to nights like this. Just the right mix of memory, momentum, and magic. From the vibrant heart of Jeddah to Arab pop and global icons, what we saw this weekend is that audiences here are ready for it all – and we’re just getting started.”
It would be interesting to see if they both on the same stage and doing Ride/ Get Right mash up or even a new remix
It sure would be maybe he’s more fond of her now.
I think they’re passed all of that young BS. Plus he was great with her in his cameo for the movie Hustlers.
The people who scared you of the US becoming anti LGBTQ and told you to vote for the 🐫 performing in Saudi Arabia and selling what’s left of their souls, the hypocrisy 🤮
In Saudi Arabia, LGBTQ+ individuals do not have legal rights or protections. Same-s** sexual activity is criminalized and can lead to severe punishments, including imprisonment, fines, or even the death penalty under interpretations of Sharia law. Public expression of LGBTQ+ identity is also not tolerated, and there are no anti-discrimination laws to protect LGBTQ+ people.
In Saudi Arabia, LGBTQ+ individuals do not have legal rights or protections. Same-s** sexual activity is criminalized and can lead to severe punishments, including imprisonment, fines, or even the death penalty under interpretations of Sharia law. Public expression of LGBTQ+ identity is also not tolerated, and there are no anti-discrimination laws to protect LGBTQ+ people.
Her daughter is part of the LGBTQ community yet she preforms in a country that criminals the community 🤮