Alicia Keys received assistance from a teleprompter while performing at the Sanremo Festival, echoing a similar scenario from Mariah Carey's recent performance.
During the Sanremo Festival, Alicia Keys performed the Italian song 'L'aurora' alongside Eros Ramazzotti, utilizing a teleprompter to aid her performance. The use of the teleprompter provided a phonetic transcription that allowed her to navigate the complexities of the language, as she strategically glanced at the screen. This technique was reminiscent of Mariah Carey's performance where similar phonetic clues helped manage her singing in Italian.
As the audience watched keenly, they noted Keys' focused expressions as she sought to capture the text displayed on the teleprompter while maintaining her rhythm. Just hours before her performance, she expressed excitement about singing in Italian, hinting at the challenge it presented. The teleprompter, with its helpful phonetic aids, demonstrates the pressure on artists performing in foreign languages.
Both Alicia Keys and Mariah Carey’s experiences highlight the artistry and practicality required in live performances, especially in a different linguistic context. It poses questions regarding the balance between live improvisation and the need for external aids. The presence of such technology at a prestigious event like Sanremo reflects the intersection of music, culture, and language in today's entertainment landscape.
