‘Why she crying’: Fans laugh at Keke Palmer’s dramatic ‘Defying Gravity’ battle cry in new MTV video

The Many Masters Tour With Keke Palmer and Big Tigger - Source: Getty
Keke Palmer at The Many Masters Tour (Image via Getty)

Ever since Wicked was released, a lot of fans—famous and ordinary people LOVES to sing the 'Defying Gravity' battle cry. And Keke Palmer is one of those people who can't stop singing it.

In a video that was uploaded on X, it is shown that the True Jackson, VP star was singing Elpahaba's battle cry. Of course, a lot of Wicked fans and casual X users reacted hilariously!

One fan replied:

Too harsh but can we just say that Keke Palmer can *ACTUALLY* sing the battle cry without her voice cracking?

Some X users claim that Keke is this generation's Whitney Houston. Well, it's a stretch but what the heck, sure!

Others note that Keke slayed the famous Wicked battle cry, citing that she *ATE* and *DEVOURED* it!

"Wait, she ate that." - one posted

Some Keke fans also gave a fun fact! Their homegirl is actually a theater kid so it's okay for her to sing 'Defying Gravity'!

"Real ones know Keke Palmer is a Broadway Girl!" - an X user replied

Many X users noticed that in this age and time that lipsynching is the norm, Keke Palmer *ACTUALLY* sang on MTV!

A lot also noted the way Keke said that the 'Defying Gravity' is a "slave hymn." Our girl Keke has an edgy humor, as you can see!

Fans also noticed the reactions of the people who were part of the said MTV video, and let us tell you, their face says it all! They were having fun with Keke!

Some X users also supported Keke and her comedic timing, saying that we don't appreciate Keke's natural talent as a comedian and this video is proof that she can actually do comedy—all thanks to her Nickelodeon channel stint!

Because of the 'Defying Gravity' battle cry moment, users made funny reaction memes from the said clip.

Others say that Keke is a "National Treasure." Oh, sooner or later, our Queen Keke will be in a museum!


What's next for our girl, Keke Palmer?

Okay, let's talk about Keke a little bit more!

The reason Keke guested in an MTV show is for her press tour for their upcoming film, "One of them Days," alongside the 'Drew Barrymore' singer, SZA.

Their 2025 film, "One of them Days" follows two close friends fighting the time to save themselves from a possible house eviction.

Aside from their film, Keke also turned heads in various red carpet sightings, making her one of the best millennial actresses in this era.


No matter what Keke Palmer does, she slays and everyone EATS UP her funny attitude. Keep it up, Keke gurl!

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