Lizzo was introduced by her mom, Shari Johnson-Jefferson, who praised her for being a champion of others.
I know that Lizzo has literally saved lives.
No one is more deserving of this honor and Im so proud of her, said Johnson-Jefferson.
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Once she took the stage, the singer shared that she wasn’t sure about the accolade at first.
Im here tonight, because to be an icon isnt about how long youve had your platform.
Being an icon is what you do with that platform.
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And ever since the beginning of my career Ive used my platform to amplify marginalized voices.
And amplify she did.
I am sharing this honor.
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Make some noise for the people, yall.
Power will always be to the people!
Im here tonight, because to be an icon isnt about how long youve had your platform.
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