On June 25 , 2009 , American entertainer Michael Jackson died while Beyoncé was touring . His death led her to perform tributes to Jackson at tour venues , including Atlanta , Georgia on July 1 , 2009 ; and New Orleans , Louisiana on July 3 , 2009 . During the tribute , an image of Jackson was shown on the main screen . As Beyoncé sang an emotional rendition of " Halo " , she changed the lyrics to " Michael I can see your Halo / I pray your music wo n't fade away " . On January 12 , 2010 , Haiti was struck by an earthquake . A charity telethon called '' Hope for Haiti Now : A Global Benefit for Earthquake Relief '' took place on January 22 , 2010 , in which many artists , including Beyoncé , participated . She performed an acoustic version of " Halo " with Coldplay 's lead vocalist Chris Martin playing the piano . To make the song match the night 's purpose , Beyoncé weaved " Haiti " into its lyrics , singing " Haiti , we can see your halo / You know you 're my saving grace / You 're everything I need and more , it 's written all over your face / Haiti , we can see your halo / I pray you wo n't fade away " . This version was included on the 2010 live album '' Hope for Haiti Now ''
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Halo (Beyoncé song)