The star-studded FireAid benefit concert lit up Los Angeles last night (January 30), drawing massive crowds and global attention as it raised funds for victims of the devastating wildfires that ravaged the region earlier this month. The event was so jam-packed with music icons that it had to be split across two major venues: the Kia Forum and the Intuit Dome.
Over the course of five powerful hours, the stages hosted an extraordinary mix of talent. Legends like Joni Mitchell, Stevie Wonder, Rod Stewart, and Stevie Nicks shared the bill with rock heavyweights such as Nirvana, Red Hot Chili Peppers, and Green Day. Pop powerhouses Lady Gaga, Olivia Rodrigo, Billie Eilish, and Gracie Abrams also lit up the night, alongside genre-spanning performers like Pink, Alanis Morissette, and No Doubt.
At the Kia Forum, Pink captivated the crowd with a dynamic set that showcased her range. She started with her poignant 2017 hit What About Us, co-written with Johnny McDaid of Snow Patrol, before diving into two classic rock staples: Me and Bobby McGee, penned by Kris Kristofferson and immortalized by Janis Joplin, and the epic Babe I’m Gonna Leave You, originally written by Anne Bredon and popularized by Led Zeppelin on their 1969 debut.
With longtime guitarist Justin Derrico channeling the spirit of Jimmy Page beside her, Pink introduced the Zeppelin number with heartfelt enthusiasm. “This night means so much,” she told the crowd. “I’m feeling so much love. This one’s a favorite of ours.” After asking, “Any Led Zeppelin fans in the house?” and hearing an overwhelming roar of approval, she laughed, “Alright, thank God!” before launching into a haunting, powerful rendition that sent chills through the arena.
