What are Poppers? Madonna's TikTok Live with Terri Joe leaves fans bewildered

American music legend Madonna sent the internet into a frenzy after allegedly huffing a bottle of Poppers during a livestream.

The pop star took part in TikToker Terri Joe’s livestream while discussing an array of topics. However, fans were left stunned when the singer started sniffing the bottle obsessively.

Terrie Joe has become one of the internet’s most beloved content creators. Her satirical Southern belle and good Christian woman personal of “Nicole” leaves viewers laughing uncontrollably. However, netizens were taken aback when icon Madonna appeared on one of her livestreams.

Terri Joe was seemingly left flabbergasted. Later on, the content creator proceeded to ask the Material Girl singer if she just did Poppers, to which Madonna responded with:

It then appeared like the 64-year-old experienced some sort of a head rush. The duo proceeded to discuss Lady Gaga’s song Judas. At one point in the livestream, Madonna changed her username to "Mary Ann Beth."

What are Poppers? Madonna seemingly inhales liquid drugs on livestream

According to Medical News Today, Poppers, which are also called Amyl nitrate, Butyl nitrite and liquid gold, is a liquid drug that provides an “instant high” when inhaled. A few side-effects that one can experience after consuming the substance can include dizziness, increased heart rate, headaches and a warm sensation.

Poppers are mostly used for recreational purposes. They reportedly have a euphoric effect on consumers. However, the effects of the inhaled substance usually wear off quickly.

Poppers are not safe to consume and can be a fatal substance. They can cause irregular and rapid heart rhythms. A few other harmful side effects include serious brain or eye damage, temporary or permanent vision loss, and can also lead to one contracting HIV. They can also lead to a drop in blood pressure and skin lesions.

Reportedly, the drug was used between 2002 and 2007 by homose*ual men. However, it has since been used by people of all ages, races and s*xual orientations since then as they are cheap and easy to acquire.

Netizens react to Madonna using poppers

Internet users were astonished to see the artist take Poppers during a livestream with Terri Joe. Many joked that the livestream moment was iconic and something they never expected from the singer.

Madonna and Cardi B's recent feud explained

The Hung Up singer recently celebrated the 30th anniversary of her 1992 book S*x. In an Instagram story, she proudly confessed to writing about her s*xual fantasies and being open about intimacy.

However, rapper Cardi B was not amused by the Grammy-winner. She slammed Madonna for “getting slick out the mouth,” while also deeming her fellow singer an “icon” turned into a “disappointment.”

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