A controversy has erupted in Cabo Verde after Brazilian singer Melody cancelled her performance at a 15th birthday party just under 24 hours before the event. The party's organizer, Jessica Sousa Borba, took to social media to express her disappointment, sharing a tearful video. According to Jessica and her mother, Francisca Maria de Sousa, the contract with Melody's team had been signed about a year ago, and they had made additional expenses to ensure her presence, including chartering a private jet.
The family claims that Melody's team informed them that the singer would no longer be able to perform due to a prior commitment on the same day. Jessica expressed her sadness, stating that Melody's cancellation was compromising a celebration that had been planned for a long time. In a video, Jessica asked Melody how much her dream was worth to her, implying that Melody's decision was thoughtless. The family also claimed that they had been told that Melody was unavailable due to another scheduled performance.
Melody has since addressed the controversy, explaining that she had safety concerns about flying on a private jet after a recent aircraft accident. She also claimed that the air taxi company had warned her about the weather conditions, which could have made the flight difficult. Melody stated that she had tried to find alternatives to fulfill her commitment, including rescheduling her agenda and covering additional logistics costs.
The singer suggested spending the next day with Jessica and her family but claimed that she was unable to find a commercial flight in time. Melody also offered to find a larger aircraft to reach the party, but it seems that this was not feasible. Despite her explanation, Jessica's mother, Francisca, disputed Melody's version of events, stating that the proposal to charter a private jet came from Melody's team.
Francisca claimed that she had documents, messages, and call records to support her claims. She argued that the issue was not just about Melody's fear of flying but also about her prior commitment. The family felt that Melody's offer to visit Jessica the next day did not make up for missing the party. The controversy has sparked a reaction on social media, with many artists and influencers offering support to Jessica.
Several celebrities, including MC Daniel, MC Kekel, and MC Mirella, expressed their support for Jessica and offered to participate in the party. Thaís Gebelein, Pedro Leonardo's wife, also sent a message of encouragement, while Malévola Alves confirmed her presence. Jessica later announced that MC Daniel and MC Mirella had accepted her invitation and were traveling to the party by bus.
The party went ahead, and Jessica expressed her gratitude for the support she received. The incident has sparked a heated debate on social media, with different versions of events being discussed. While some have sympathized with Melody's safety concerns, others have criticized her for cancelling at such short notice. The controversy highlights the challenges of planning high-profile events and the importance of clear communication between all parties involved.
Key points
- Melody's team had signed a contract with the party organizers about a year ago.
- The singer cited safety concerns about flying on a private jet after a recent aircraft accident.
- Several celebrities offered support to Jessica and participated in the party.
