John Legend made his first appearance at a Premier League match on December 27, attending Arsenal’s game at the Emirates Stadium.
While his presence alone caught fans’ attention, it was his impromptu rendition of the club anthem, North London Forever, that truly became the talk of the evening.
The 12-time Grammy winner joined in supporting Arsenal during his family’s festive trip to the UK, indulging in the dream of many football enthusiasts.
However, the reality? A moment of second-hand embarrassment that Arsenal fans won’t soon forget.
After Arsenal’s 1-0 win over Ipswich Town, Legend was interviewed by Amazon Prime Video, where he delivered an unscripted performance of the club anthem. Unfortunately, the rendition fell flat, prompting an outpouring of reactions on social media.
One fan on X (formerly Twitter) called the interview “fantastic car crash material,” while another exclaimed, “Please, this John Legend interview is killing me.”
Discomfort among supporters was evident, with one writing, “Get John Legend off my screen,” and another remarking, “You can’t buy class, can you?”
The singer’s attempt to embrace Arsenal’s culture may not have struck the right chord, but it certainly left a lasting impression.