Eddie Vedder performs original song with "Guitars Over Guns" at Obama Center opening
The Obama Foundation brought Vedder and Chicago youth musicians together, and all song royalties will support free lessons and mentoring.
- On Thursday, Pearl Jam lead singer Eddie Vedder performed 'Better Believe' alongside young members of the Chicago-based nonprofit Guitars Over Guns at the Barack Obama Presidential Center grand opening in Chicago's Jackson Park.
- The Obama Foundation previously awarded a $15,000 grant to Guitars Over Guns in 2023, fostering the partnership that brought the Evanston-native Vedder and the youth organization together to create the original song.
- A star-studded lineup including Bruce Springsteen, Stevie Wonder, Jennifer Hudson, and Common closed the ceremony by performing 'Higher Ground' together, with the Obamas clapping along to the finale.
- All proceeds from the 'Better Believe' song release will benefit Guitars Over Guns, ensuring additional young musicians can participate in the nonprofit's mentorship program and music lessons.
- Continuing their mission, Guitars Over Guns provides free music lessons and mentoring in Chicago, Miami, and Los Angeles while participating in the upcoming 'Strides For Peace Race Against Gun Violence' event later this week.
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