Janelle Monaé Performs "Dance Apocalyptic" on David Letterman's Desk

In support of her new double album The Electric Lady, Janelle Monaé peformed the lead single “Dance

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In support of her new double album The Electric Lady, Janelle Monaé peformed the lead single “Dance Apocalyptic” on Late Show With David Letterman last night. Backed up by a huge band, the energetic set culminated whe At the climax of the high energy performance, Monaé jumped on David Letterman’s desk and smashed her microphone to close the energetic tune.

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