Why were ASAP Rocky and Rihanna at the Elysée?

No, still no news of a new album on Rihanna's agenda, but it has been filled with an unexpected political visit. Indeed, this Wednesday, January 24th, Rihanna and her partner ASAP Rocky were received at the Elysée by the President of the Republic, Emmanuel Macron, as well as his wife Brigitte Macron. A surprising visit that caught many off guard. Especially since the singer Kendji Girac was also present at the event. Moreover, it was he who shared a snapshot with the couple of singers and the Head of State on social media. But what were these celebrities doing at the Elysée? According to the Presidential Palace, it was reportedly a meeting that took place as part of an event related to Operation Pièces Jaunes, a French solidarity campaign aimed at raising funds to improve the hospitalization conditions of children and adolescents. The president of the association is none other than France's First Lady, Mrs. Macron.

Furthermore, on Friday, January 26th, the grand Gala des Pièces Jaunes took place. Asap Rocky notably performed there, alongside the K-POP group Stray Kids, Lisa from Blackpink, Maroon 5, and Pharrell Williams. The charity concert, which was broadcast on France 2, garnered 1.81 million viewers. We can imagine that Riri and Mr. President may have discussed international financing for access to education for the most underprivileged children. A topic that was already discussed during the singer's first visit to the presidential residence in 2017. We remember the iconic total Dior look of the interpreter of Diamond on that occasion, marked by an oversized blazer. Some may also suspect a marketing ploy to "glamorize" the government's image. While France is turbulent with farmers' protests, this prestigious meeting seems so disconnected from the priorities of French citizens.