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If you thought Flau'jae Johnson was just a basketball prodigy, think again. The LSU women's basketball star turned the 2024 ESPY Awards into her personal showcase last night, not with a basketball but with a microphone. The ESPYs stage was hers to conquer as she delivered a riveting rap performance, blending her athletic prowess with her burgeoning music career.
Imagine being on the cusp of a major milestone, then picture doing it on a national stage. That's where Johnson found herself, tantalizingly close to breaking a million streams on Spotify for not one, but two of her songs. "Big 4" was sitting just over 998,000 streams, while "AMF" trailed slightly with about 994,000. Last night's performance at the ESPN-hosted event was the rocket fuel these tracks needed to smash through the seven-figure barrier.
Johnson isn't new to the spotlight. Whether she's draining threes on the court or spitting bars on stage, the spotlight seems to follow her. Her performance r�sum� boasts concerts and live gigs, making her ESPYs debut just another stage in her growing list of achievements. And if a cosign from Lil Wayne means anything, she's well on her way to musical stardom. The global superstar recently shared a picture with Johnson on social media, further cementing her rising status.
"I will be performing live at the 2024 ESPYS! Make sure y'all tune in .. God doing his big one," Johnson proclaimed on her social media before the event, capturing her blend of faith and determination. "I just meet God halfway and he does the rest."
Flau'jae Johnson's dual talents aren't merely a testament to her hard work but also a legacy lived. Her father, the late rapper Camoflauge, left an indelible mark on the music world before his untimely death. Johnson's journey through "America's Got Talent" - not once, but twice - tells a story of resilience and relentless ambition. "I came off 'AGT' and did everything I said I was going to do," she proudly told judges Simon Cowell, Heidi Klum, and Howie Mandel. "Last time it was all about my father's legacy. Now I get to tell my story."
Flau'jae Johnson's friendship with Angel Reese at LSU
In the world of college basketball, Johnson isn't just a player; she's a rising superstar, with All-American potential written all over her upcoming 2024-25 season at LSU. Her friendship with Angel Reese, another LSU standout now making waves in the WNBA, highlights Johnson's loyalty and leadership. Their bond was forged in the crucible of a tumultuous season, with public scrutiny always lurking.
"Everybody can have their opinion on Angel Reese, but y'all don't know her," Johnson defended her friend during the 2024 NCAA Tournament. "Y'all don't know Angel Reese. I know Angel Reese. I know the real Angel Reese and the person I see every day is a strong person, is a caring, loving person."
Johnson's respect for Reese speaks volumes, reflecting her own journey. "The crown she wears is heavy. She's the type of teammate that's going to make you believe in yourself. The leap that I took from my freshman to my sophomore year, Angel gave me that confidence to go be a dog."
As Johnson rocked the ESPYs stage, she brought that same confidence, showing the world that she's not just an athlete or an artist, but a phenomenon in the making. The upcoming NCAA season beckons with promise, even as LSU grapples with roster changes. With Reese in the WNBA and Hailey Van Lith transferring to TCU, the Tigers are in flux but far from giving up on their championship dreams.