Coral surprise for Patti Smith: thousands of people sing her anthem 'People have the power'

Patti Smith was surprised by around 3,000 people singing her anthem 'People have the power' in Oviedo, a day before receiving the Princess of Asturias Award for Arts. The event featured over 1,500 representatives from various choirs, who gathered at the old Arms Factory to honor the punk icon. Smith expressed her astonishment and gratitude upon arrival, and she performed her legendary song alongside the crowd. This moment was particularly meaningful for her, as she had hoped for such an occasion when writing the song. The award recognizes her influence on artists and her commitment to social justice, coinciding with her recent concerts in Gijón celebrating her 50-year career in Spain.