Video: Janelle Monáe Performs At The White House

The singer joined the Obama family for some Easter entertainment.

April 10, 2012

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Who better than Janelle Monáe to join the Obamas at the White House for an Easter celebration? She's the perfect blend of fun, family-friendly, and cool, and she didn't disappoint. Watch her take on a cover of the classic Jackson 5 track, "I Want You Back," above, and see "Tightrope" and "Cold War" below.

"Tightrope"

"Cold War"

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