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There was a time when Lionel Richie was one of the biggest stars in the world. Many have forgotten that, but on Tuesday night, he gave Royal Arena a few reminders of why he was.

He promised that it would be the best night of our lives. It wasn't

Foto: Jacob Ehrbahn
Foto: Jacob Ehrbahn
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You can’t accuse Lionel Richie of underselling himself when he took the stage at Royal Arena on Tuesday night.

The hitmaker from the 1980s played a film showcasing all his Grammy triumphs. Then, he literally patted himself on the back for pronouncing »Copenhagen« perfectly (it was indeed perfect).

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