As reported by the Daily Mail, Nelson initially felt uncertain about Cross’s intentions when he approached her, fearing a potential confrontation. However, after they agreed to sing together, a crowd gathered. Despite her initial apprehensions, Nelson found herself swept up in the moment.
“I was wondering, ‘Are the police going to come get us?’ Then the crowd came around, and they were smiling, and then we were like, we can do this,” she shared.
The rendition of “If This World Were Mine” by Cross and Nelson has continued to impress viewers as it garners more online views.
Their story took a remarkable turn when some celebrities heard them sing and discovered their names. The unforgettable Walmart performance began circulating in celebrity circles, leading to an appearance on “Strahan, Sara & Keke.” During the show, they received a personal message from Common and were surprised with an all-expenses-paid trip to New York to perform at the Apollo Theater.
Their choice of a song from the 1980s R&B era seemed to strike a chord with audiences, tapping into a longing for authenticity in contemporary music. “We can do this, bring R&B back. R&B gospel,” Nelson expressed, as per the Daily Mail. “If you listen to music these days it’s not real.”
She added, “He (Cross) could really sing. It makes me sing even harder. Bring that R&B flavor back. Let’s go get this music.”
In March 2022, the duo demonstrated their enduring friendship by uploading a YouTube video together. They discussed their bond and even sang a little, proving that as long as Nelson and Cross have their voices, they will continue to harmonize
