Swizz added that the Black Messiah creator showed up early ready to perform. This was his first time hitting the stage since the COVID-19 pandemic. “That man pulled up to Verzuz three hours early. D’Angelo was the earliest in Verzuz history tonight. So, don’t get him showing up at the time he did mixed up with the pre-show, which was by DJ Scratch,” Beatz further commented.
The concert was also a homecoming celebration for D’Angelo. He proudly reminded everyone during the performance that he won several amateur night competitions at the historic venue. He began his road to musical stardom as a teen at the legendary Apollo Theater.
