Gospel Singer Bobbi Storm Faces Backlash for In-Flight Performance
Bobbi Storm, a gospel singer, has come under fire for her decision to perform on a Delta flight after discovering she was up for two Grammy nominations. In a video posted to Instagram, Storm can be seen standing up during the flight to sing, declaring that she is “doing what the Lord is telling me to do.”
However, a flight attendant repeatedly asked Storm to take a seat and “be quiet” during the trip, warning her that she would not be able to take the flight if she did not comply. Storm eventually sat down but proceeded to sing her new song “We Can’t Forget Him” at a hushed volume.
A spokesperson for Delta told USA TODAY that the airline has been in contact with the customer and emphasized the importance of following crew instructions for the safety of customers and crew.
While Storm is a featured vocalist on Maverick City Music’s Grammy-nominated album “The Maverick Way,” she is not included in the credits for their song “God Problems,” which is nominated for best contemporary Christian music performance/song.
The singer faced backlash from people calling out her “entitlement” and others saying the performance was “egotistical.” The incident has sparked a debate on social media, with some criticizing the singer for using God’s name in a manipulative manner and holding the other passengers hostage with her performance.
In a follow-up video, Storm claimed that Delta apologized and confirmed that no rules were being broken. She added that she does not want the flight attendant to get fired but hopes he learns a valuable lesson on how to treat other people.
The incident has sparked a conversation about the appropriate time and place for performances, especially in a confined space like an airplane. As Storm prepares for the Grammy awards, it remains to be seen whether the backlash will impact her career in the long run.