Grammys 2016: Nile Rodgers defends Lady Gaga’s David Bowie tribute performance

Jennifer Ruby17 February 2016
The Weekender

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Nile Rodgers has defended Lady Gaga’s David Bowie tribute performance at the Grammys.

The Chic guitarist, who performed alongside the superstar on Monday night, has hit back at criticism of the set.

Taking to Twitter on Wednesday, he wrote: “Many artists and tributes were performed, we did what we thought and still think was right in our short time slot.

Responding to one follower who said that Rodgers “never truly knew Bowie at all”, he wrote:

“I did 4 projects with David including his BIGGEST by far! I think I had an amazing relationship w him.”

“I don't run, produce, direct.control or book the Grammy telecast,” he added.

While many fans hailed the musical tribute a triumph, others weren’t so keen on the medley of Bowie hits.

The late singer’s son Duncan Jones even posted a cryptic tweet following the broadcast, which read:

“Overexcited or irrational, typically as a result of infatuation or excessive enthusiasm; mentally confused." Damn it! What IS that word!?”

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