There are many elements to this story, but my key takeaways are that a Delta flight attendant should be praised for demonstrating remarkable restraint and that gospel singer Bobbi Storm does not praise her Lord by acting like a tactless narcissist.
Gospel Singer Bobbi Storm Should Repent Of Narcissism For Serenading Delta Flight
A gospel singer named Bobbi Storm, who has recently been nominated for two Grammy awards for her work, decided that the people on her Delta Air Lines flights would enjoy a live performance from her. So she stood up to began singing before her flight had even departed, also boasting to everyone within earshot that she had been nominated for two Grammys.
A flight attendant, the purser or lead flight attendant on the flight, approached her and told to sit down. She began to argue, saying that the people around her wanted to hear her sing. She also claimed that she could sing…because the seat belt light was off.
After sitting down, she began to sing again. The flight attendant returned and told her to quiet down, to which she again insisted that her seatmates were enjoying her singing. He said, “Well I’m not enjoying it, so I’m asking you, can you be quiet?” She responded, “I’m doing what the Lord is telling me to do!”
The flight attendant against calmly instructed her to stop talking. She then polled her seatmates, asking whether she should comply, but finally stopped when the flight attendant warned her that if she did not she would be booted from the flight.
I’ve never heard of this singer, but I actually listen to a lot of gospel music…on my AirPods. God forbid that I decide to play the music out loud or even worse, start singing.
From presidents to singers, I view narcism as a central character flaw from which so many other character flaws flow. Such a high self-regard goes against the fundamental teachings of the faith that Storm espouses.
By the way, the whole interaction was being recorded…kudos to this narcissist for knowing exactly was she was doing. And while I am giving her the attention that she craves, I still think it is important to 1.) point out her unsavory behavior and 2.) recognize the flight attendant for doing a remarkable job of de-escalating the situation.
There’s this passage in the Bible where Jesus tells His disciplines not to make assumptions:
“When you are invited by someone to a wedding feast, do not sit down in a place of honor, lest someone more distinguished than you be invited by him, and he who invited you both will come and say to you, ‘Give your place to this person,’ and then you will begin with shame to take the lowest place. But when you are invited, go and sit in the lowest place, so that when your host comes he may say to you, ‘Friend, move up higher.’ Then you will be honored in the presence of all who sit at table with you. For everyone who exalts himself will be humbled, and he who humbles himself will be exalted.”
And I feel that makes all the difference here. Let’s say Taylor Swift’s private jet broke down and she was onboard this flight. Certainly we could envision that she might be asked to perform, even if some passengers did not like it. But I would hope even Swift would never assume that she could sing and just start singing. Maybe if the flight attendant had recognized Storm and been a fan, he would have asked her to sing; she does have good voice. But then again, this is not Southwest Airlines and I would imagine most people would not want to be disturbed…even by Swift. The key is not to make assumptions.
Apology From Delta?
In a follow-up post, Storm alleges that “Delta executives” reached out and apologized to her. She insisted “there was no rules being broken, and it was just me spreading my joy with people” and called for mercy on the flight attendant (lol), saying that she “doesn’t want this man to be reprimanded where he loses his job,” but “I simply want us to keep in mind how we treat each other.”
Keep in mind how we treat others? What narcissism. What hypocrisy.
I truly hope she is making this up, because Delta owes her no apology. In fact, Delta should politely remind her that if she tries that stunt again she will be banned from future Delta flights. Instead, Delta should be praising the flight attendant for showing remarkable restraint and patience toward a very pesky passenger.
CONCLUSION
Grammy-nominated gospel singer Bobbi Storm was told to sit down and stop singing on a Delta flight. Although she claims that Delta has apologized to her for the flight attendant’s behavior, it is the flight attendant who should be praised and Storm who should be apologizing…and perhaps sending more time studying the gospel she gives lip service to.
“ Grammy-nominated gospel singer Bobby Brown was told to sit down and stop singing on a Delta flight.”
It’s Bobbi Storm, not Bobby Brown. He was famous because his wife Whitney Houston “beat” him to death.
That’s funny. I sold Bobby Brown cosmetics for so long I made that subconscious mistake.
Not sure why you included the Taylor Swift hypothetical, particularly since you contradict your own moral by making an assumption about what Swift would or wouldn’t do.
I invoked Swift to suggest there are situations in which someone might be asked to sing, even on Delta, but it should not be a spontaneous act.
Very well put.
Her entire story is a lie, I went through the entire 2024 grammy nomination list on the GRAMMY’s own website and the name Bobbi Storm isn’t mentioned as a nominee at all. All the name dropping she does on her video some of those people who name she drops are nominated but Bobbi Storm ins’t on the list at all. She isn’t listed under the gospel music field of nominees or any other field of nominees.
I also don’t believe Delta issued her an apology as their flight attendant’s request was not unreasonable and he remained professional with her throughout the entire ordeal.
The Maverick City Music she mentioned was listed in Group 53 Gospel. You’re right, though – not individually.
I don’t like the credit card pitches from flight attendants, and I don’t like the “buy my album” pitches from recording artists.
Thanks Chris. You read my thoughts.
Religion in America, like its politics, is a disease.
I’ll take the religion and politics here anyday over the secularism of Europe that produces wonderful figures such as Hitler, Franco, Mussolini, Stalin, Tito, Metaxas, Dollfuss, Schuschnigg, Salazar, Ceausescu, Rákosi, Honecker, et al.
Your MAGA politicians all belong to your list as well.
Clearly under the influence of the holy spirits.
To the young actress that declared she did not feel “stage fright” before taking the stage, Sarah Bernhardt replied: “don’t worry Dear, it’ll come to you along with talent”
Thank you! I saw some other bloggers and they all sided with the gospel singer and I couldn’t figure out why based on the video. I agree that the flight attendant was a bit rude, but I didn’t understand how anyone would have wanted her to sing out loud. And her response that the lord telling her too….that was another level of obsurdity.
Maybe the pilot can give her some mushrooms
I enter a plane mute and leave it mute. It is the perfect time to give my voice a break. I put my noise canceling headphones and want to be left alone. I don’t get people that think planes are their property and they do whatever they want there. Sit down, shut up and wait for your time to get out. Simple as that. It is a transposition mode not an entertainment place. Same for food and beverage. It is not a restaurant so water is more than enough.
I love you.
This country is, as yet, NOT a theocracy so laws enacted by Congress and signed by the chief executive in accordance with the Constitution are what…we…follow–NOT THE FAIRY STORIES in the bible. Believe them if you wish; I still believe in MLB without a designated hitter, but deregulated ANYthing (such as the airlines) simply leads to chaos.
Taylor Swift would just get another private plane because she is somebody. Ms. Storm is nobody and has no right to disturb other fare paying passengers. Next we’ll have some phony religious zealot wanting to save us and pass the plate to pay his fare. Congrats to the attendant for stopping this stupid demonstration.
I’m a grammy nominated singer too when I get behind the wheel of my car!
This is hilarious! It had nothing to do with sharing her voice or God speaking to her, and everything to do with shameless self promotion. Just remember Jesus casting the pharisees and moneylenders out of the temple Bobbi …..
She did this purely for publicity, to go viral, whatever. For some reason low-level influencers have realized that by misbehaving on planes they can go viral on social media, and that is exactly what happened here. Despite her misbehavior, her socials are probably getting 10x (maybe more?) attention now than they’ve ever gotten, and that was the point.
A well written article, Great points and great analysis. I am a staunch advocate of free speech and freedom of religion. This display was not about free speech or expression of religion, but rather, a raw expression of self promotion and narcissism. Is she enthusiastic about her beliefs? Perhaps, but it was clear her goal was to both elevate and market herself.
The flight attendant did address the issue remarkably. He showed professionalism, restraint, and consideration for the passengers on the plane. He put himself front and center, managing the issue as a leader, doing what may could not do themselves,
I, too, would be disappointed if Delta apologized, and very upset if the flight attendant was not praised for his actions by the management team. He handled the situation in exemplary fashion.
That woman is a complete and total a-hole. The f/a did a great job. The level of mental illness flight crews have to deal with on a daily basis is staggering.
The problem with riding in an airplane is that you are in a public place and whatever people decide to do is and can be a problem. Religion, politics, behavior. Humans are complicated.
This article was well written. I totally think she has a wonderful voice while also recognizing that she needs to sit her ass down in the seat, and be quiet and curious for the remainder of the flight.
I once flew on a plane with Stevie Wonder, and I don’t remember him singing out causing a ruckus.
She has a lousy voice. I’m glad I wasn’t sitting close enough to hear her question, “Do you want…” because I would have yelled, “NO!”
I don’t like this trend of pax doing wedding proposals, birthday announcements, etc. on planes, and I don’t like the Southwest-ification of the PA to be used for anything other than official announcements. I guess it’s just the general, steady decline of civility and class in general society, though..
THANK YOU.