Lollapalooza Argentina 2024: Arcade Fire thrilled with their rendition of “Gracias a la vida”

In an emotional moment during their performance at Lollapalooza, the Canadian group Arcade Fire surprised the Argentinian audience with a beautiful cover of “Gracias a la vida”. The song, popularized by the iconic Mercedes Sosa, resonated at the San Isidro Hippodrome, leading many attendees to shed a tear at the poignant performance. You may also like: Lollapalooza 2024: Winona Riders closed their show with a suggestive flag”Gracias a la vida” is a composition by the talented Chilean singer-songwriter Violeta Parra, and was released in 1971. Arcade Fire’s version, inspired by La Negra’s memorable performance, captured the essence and emotion of the song, demonstrating its timelessness and relevance. For this special performance, the band had the participation of Javiera Parra, who accompanied with her charango, adding even more depth and authenticity to the moment. The inclusion of this traditional Chilean instrument enhanced the unique atmosphere of the performance and further connected the audience to the song’s rich history. Saturday at LollapaloozaSaturday at Lollapalooza brings with it an extensive schedule after a successful Friday at the massive festival that celebrates the expression and conjunction of different musical styles. The activities began at 12:00 p.m. and will last until after midnight. Featured artists on the various stages include renowned international and local names such as SZA, Sam Smith, The Driver Era, Miranda!, Koino Yokan, Ill Quentin and more.

Original source in Spanish