People from all walks of society all over the world are eagerly anticipating what is expected to be a grand and opulent event as King Charles III is set to be crowned on May 9, 2023. However, the absence of several well-known performers from the Coronation concert scheduled for Buckingham Palace has raised some questions.

Some performers, including Adele, Harry Styles, Elton John, and The Spice Girls, have declined the invitation due to scheduling conflicts. Given their demanding touring schedules and other obligations, this is understandable.

Some theories suggest that the recent controversy surrounding the royal family may have contributed to these artists’ decline. Some artists might be reluctant to align themselves with the monarchy, given how closely the media scrutinizes the lives of the royals.

It’s also conceivable that the performers are unwilling to participate in what they may perceive to be a political event. Given the current political climate in the UK and around the world, some artists might feel that participating in such an event is inappropriate.

Regardless of the reasons behind their absences, it is evident that King Charles III’s Coronation will still be a spectacular and memorable occasion. Since the monarchy has always been a significant part of British tradition and culture, the Coronation will undoubtedly be a significant event in the nation’s history.

Hence, Real Research, an online survey app, launched a survey on several famed artists refusing to perform at King Charles’ Coronation to gather opinions on why artists are refusing to perform at the King Charles’ Coronation.

Key Points

  • The majority (77.92%) are aware of King Charles’ Coronation set date.
  • 16.75% expect the Coronation to be extravagant with no controversies.
  • Due to the negative exposure from association with the British Royal family and their controversies, artists refused to perform at King Charles’ Coronation, said 25.3%.

Based on the survey data, it appears that most respondents (78%) are aware of King Charles’ Coronation set date, while 22% do not.

The survey indicated mixed expectations when the respondents were asked about their expectations for King Charles’ grand Coronation. The results are as follows:

Respondents’ Expectations

17% said the Coronation would be an extravagant event with no particular controversies, followed by the Coronation would be well-produced with memorable and iconic moments (13%), it would be entertaining, honoring King Charles and the monarchy (14%), it would be decent (10%), and the event would have a few surprises and highlights (13%).

In contrast, another 10% believed the Coronation would be chaotic and disorganized, and 9% expected disappointment.

Figure 1 Respondents’ King Charles’ Coronation expectations
Figure 1: Respondents’ King Charles’ Coronation expectations

The Coronation of King Charles is one of the most significant events in the United Kingdom‘s history. It is a momentous occasion, which millions of people around the world will watch. The Coronation is expected to host performances from several famed singers and artists. However, it has been reported that several artists, including Elton John, Adele, Harry Styles, The Spice Girls, and others, declined the invitation to perform at King Charles’ Coronation, citing various reasons.

According to our survey, 54% of the respondents were aware that several artists refused to perform at King Charles’ Coronation. Meanwhile, the survey also found that 46% of the respondents were unaware of it.

Reasons Why Several Artists Refused To Perform at King Charles’ Coronation

The news that several famous singers and artists declined the invitation to perform at King Charles’ Coronation has been widely reported. While the artists’ PR (Public Relations) have cited their reasons for declining the invitation, others believe there may be underlying causes for their decision.

Our survey results indicated that a majority fear negative exposure from association with the British Royal family (25%), and another possible reason for the artists’ refusal to perform at King Charles’ Coronation could be a reluctance to align themselves with King Charles and his past (12%).

In addition, tight schedules with preplanned commitments (11%) due to their friendship with the late Princess Diana (11%), lack of time to prepare and short notice (11%), and other personal commitments (10%).

There may be several reasons why these artists declined the invitation to perform at King Charles’ Coronation. While some of the reasons cited by their PR may be genuine, there may be underlying causes for their decision.

Artists’ Refusal Raises Questions on Monarchy’s Image and Coronation Impact

Figure 2 shows the responses about the potential impact of the artists’ refusal. 12% of respondents believed it could diminish the grandeur and significance of the coronation ceremony, leading to reduced public interest and media coverage of the event. Another 9% believed it could result in negative publicity and interest in the event, while 8% believed it could create a public relations challenge for the monarchy.

Additionally, 12% of respondents believed that the artists’ refusal could be seen as a sign of public discontent or a lack of support for the monarchy. Finally, 11% of respondents believed that if the royal family is unable to secure replacement performers, it may signal a lack of prestige or influence.

Figure 2 Impacts on monarchy’s image
Figure 2: Impacts on monarchy’s image

Similarly, the following poll, “When artists refused to perform at King Charles’ Coronation, would it impact their careers in the long term? The results were at par.

23% answered that the refusal would impact their careers positively, 25% said negatively, 28% said that it would not affect their careers at all, and 25% remained unsure.

Survey Reveals the Message Behind Artists’ Refusal To Perform at King Charles’ Coronation

Several high-profile artists, including Elton John, Adele, and The Spice Girls, have declined the invitation to perform at King Charles’ Coronation. The reasons for their refusal have been widely debated, and a recent survey sought to understand the message the artists are trying to send.

Lastly, the survey found that 34% of respondents believed that the artists were making a political objection about the monarchy and political system by refusing to perform. Another 40% believed the refusal was due to moral objections, such as human rights concerns or the monarchy’s perceived lack of diversity or inclusion.

When asked about other reasons, 8% believed that the artists refused to perform at King Charles’ Coronation due to a lack of creative or artistic freedom. Only 2% of the refusal was due to a lack of compensation for their time and talent. Additionally, 4% believed the refusal was a sign of protest or disapproval of the new king, while 5% believed it reflected the artists’ personal opinions and beliefs.

Figure 3 What kind of a message are the artists trying to convey
Figure 3: What kind of a message are the artists trying to convey?

The poll results suggest differing opinions on the message the artists are trying to send by refusing to perform at King Charles’ Coronation. While some believe it is a political objection or a sign of protest, others believe it reflects moral objections or personal opinions and beliefs. The reasons for the refusal are complex, and it will be interesting to see how the event unfolds in light of these concerns.

Methodology

 
Survey TitleSurvey on Several Famed Artists Refusing to Perform at King Charles’ Coronation
DurationMarch 8-March 15, 2023
Number of Participants10,000
DemographicsMales and females, aged 21 to 99
Participating Countries Afghanistan, Algeria, Angola, Argentina, Armenia, Australia, Azerbaijan, Bahrain, Bangladesh, Belarus, Benin, Bolivia, Brazil, Brunei, Bulgaria, Burkina Faso, Cambodia, Cameroon, Canada, Chile, China, China (Hong Kong) China (Macao), China (Taiwan), Colombia, Costa Rica, Croatia, Czech Republic, Ecuador, Egypt, El Salvador, Ethiopia, Finland, France, Gambia, Georgia, Germany, Ghana, Greece, Greanada, Guatemala, Honduras, Hungary, India, Indonesia, Iraq, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Ivory Coast, Japan, Jordan, Kenya, Kuwait, Kyrgyzstan, Latvia, Lebanon, Libya, Lithuania, Malaysia, Maldives, Maluritania, Mexico, Moldova, Mongolia, Morocco, Mozambique, Myanmar [Burma], Namibia, Nepal, Nicaragua, Nigeria, Oman, Pakistan, Palestine, Panama, Peru, Philippines, Poland, Portugal, Qatar, Romania, Russia, Saudi Arabia, Serbia, Sierra Leone, Singapore, Slovakia, South Africa, South Korea, Spain, Sri Lanka, Tanzania, Thailand, Togo, Tunisia, Turkey, Turkmenistan, Uganda, Ukraine, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, United States, Uruguay, Uzbekistan, Venezuela, Vietnam, Yemen, Zimbabwe.