About two years ago, I was at a formal event in Las Vegas where we had a DJ who was responsible for playing music to introduce speakers and segments. You know, like those Oscar and Grammy shows.
Well, I was tasked to introduce a VIP from Panama. I guess the DJ was stumped on what to spin for this speaker, so he played Van Halen’s “Panama”. I was so red-faced as I mustered all the self-control I could not to burst out laughing, while completing the introduction.
Thankfully, the VIP, a real old gent, didn’t mind it or absolutely didn’t get it. After the event, I bought the DJ and my crew a couple of rounds of drinks for that best intro ever. Cheers!