Despite migrating to France as a child and obtaining citizenship, Nakamura faced xenophobic backlash.The controversy erupted over reports that Nakamura would perform a song by Édith Piaf at the Olympics’ opening ceremony.
The Paris Olympics organizing committee condemned recent “racist” attacks against Malian-French singer Aya Nakamura by far-right French groups on the Other end Supporters of the far-right Reconquest party also jeered at her during a rally.
French leaders and fans have rallied behind Nakamura, but Les Natifs, a far-right group, insists she doesn’t represent French culture.
Despite the controversy, Nakamura remains one of France’s top musicians. This Brings us to the Big Question How are You welcomed in Diaspora ? Do You Represent The Culture You In ? What is Your Story ……