Beyonce kicks off Kobe Bryant memorial with special performance of ‘XO’ and ‘Halo’ (video)

Beyonce kicked off Monday’s public memorial for Kobe Bryant with an emotional medley of her songs “XO” and “Halo.”

I’m here because I love Kobe, and this is one of his favorite songs,” she said before launching into a special rendition of “XO.” 

She was accompanied by singers and a string quartet, and wore a gold pantsuit.

I want to start that over, Beyonce continued. But I want us to do it all together, and I want you to sing it so loud that he hears your love.

After the performance, the announcer at Staples Center praised Beyonce for “expressing her love For Bryant so beautifully.

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