Black Girl Magic: Janet Jackson Surprises R&B Songstress H.E.R. At Her Sold-Out Show In London | Essence

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By Rachaell Davis · Updated December 6, 2020

If you’re looking for the link between the music icons and the rising starlets of today on the 2018 ESSENCE Festival lineup, look no further than Janet Jackson and talented R&B songstress, H.E.R.

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The 21-year-old California vocalist recently kicked off the European leg of her Lights On tour last week and she received the surprise of a lifetime when none other than Janet herself stopped by to check out the second show on the tour. Taking to social media to share a glimpse of the unforgettable moment with fans, Janet congratulated the young artist on her “first sold-out show in London” with a heartfelt Instagram post.

You are a sweet and talented soul. Congratulations on your first sold out show in London! I couldn’t help but sing along with you, I knew every single word. I’m excited for your journey, never change who you are. ❤️#LightsOnTour

A post shared by Janet Jackson (@janetjackson) on Mar 10, 2018 at 7:34am PST

H.E.R. also shared the moment on her own Instagram page, where she thanked Janet for coming and for her words of advice.

Ask me for the feedback I give it like Janet. Thank you for coming to see me and for the heart to heart. To know that you sang every word let’s me know I’m doing something right 😭 a moment I will never forget. ❤️ #LightsOnTourEurope thank you London! @janetjackson #LIGHTSONTOUR

A post shared by H.E.R. (@hermusicofficial) on Mar 10, 2018 at 7:44am PST

Be sure to grab your tickets to see both Janet Jackson and H.E.R. light up the stage at the 2018 ESSENCE Festival in New Orleans this July.

See you in NOLA!

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