Singer-songwriter Patti Smith , 78, fainted during a show on Wednesday night, the 29th, at her performance in São Paulo, at the Teatro Cultura Artística. She was assisted and left the stage in a wheelchair.
According to the show's press office, she had been suffering from a "severe migraine in recent days and felt dizzy on stage.".
After receiving medical attention, Patti returned to the stage saying, “I’m so sorry. I really wanted to be here. Unfortunately, I’m sick. The doctor said I can’t continue,” the singer stated, according to Billboard . Even so, she sang two more songs: “Because the Night” and “Wings.”
The singer is in the country for her performance alongside the musicians of Soundwalk Collective – a show also scheduled for this Thursday, the 30th. Check out the full statement from the artist's press office:
"She is being cared for by the best doctors and staff. It was a very significant moment for everyone present," the statement said. "We thank Patti and the Soundwalk Collective for their care for the audience, and everyone for their support during this incident. As soon as we have information about tomorrow's performance, we will share it on our channels. We appreciate everyone's understanding (via g1 )."
On Instagram, the Soundwalk Collective profile also posted a message stating that Thursday's show is still on.
“Thank you, São Paulo, for your wonderful energy and support tonight. (…) She will be back on stage tomorrow night. Patti says she is immensely grateful for your patience and forgiveness, and sends her love to everyone who came to the show.”
