During an interview given to Morning runthe singer gave an explanation for her choice not to go to the island of beauty for the arrival of the sovereign pontiff.
While we were waiting for the reopening of Notre-Dame, Pope Francis finally decided to go to Corsica on Sunday, December 15. For his 47th apostolic journey, he will preside over the closing mass of a conference on popular religiosity in the Mediterranean.
A historic event widely awaited by the Corsican people, who, in 2000 years of history, have never seen a Pope set foot on their land. In all, more than 200 artists, singers in groups or solo, will perform before the Holy Father. For the Corsicans, it is also an opportunity to highlight talents from the island.
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Yet invited by Cardinal Bustillo, Jenifer will however not be able to be on site. Indeed, due to the release of his new and tenth album, Jukeboxthe first winner of the “Star Academy” will not be able to sing for this special day. The 42-year-old's new project where she revisits her own pieces seems to be taking up a lot of her time.
« I was very touched and very honored to be invited to sing for the Pope », insists the singer to our colleagues at Morning run. « I was very sad because I already had professional commitments and I couldn't manage to move them “, explains the former juror of “The Voice”. However, Jenifer is looking forward to the island of beauty. “ It is a great event, a great joy for the country, for Corsica and for the city of Ajaccio. »
Other well-known figures from the island will be present, such as Alizée and Patrick Fiori, to perform Corsican land. Just like Pascal Obispo, who confirms his presence in everyday life. “ It is an honor and pride to share with the Corsicans this moment which will be unique in the lives of all of us. It's a real happiness », he enthuses.
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