Grammy award-winning Nigerian superstar singer, Burna Boy, gave fans an unforgettable moment during his high-energy concert in Denver, USA, after halting his performance midway to address an unexpected situation involving a fan and his sleeping girlfriend in the front row.
The globally acclaimed artiste, known for his electrifying stage presence and passionate performances, was visibly stunned to find a lady dozing off despite the loud music and vibrant atmosphere at his show. Burna Boy, who often interacts directly with his fans during concerts, could not ignore the sight and decided to pause the music to speak on it.
In a viral clip currently making waves across social media platforms, the ‘Last Last’ crooner pointed to the couple near the stage and humorously called out the man, urging him to take his sleeping girlfriend home so she could rest, rather than staying and missing out on the concert’s energy.
The award-winning star appeared both amused and frustrated as he addressed the situation. In his words, Burna Boy said:
“When I stand up here and see you over there with your girl sleeping in the front of me, it pisses me the fk up. So, please, take her the fk home… Walahi I’m not performing another song till you go home.”
The statement triggered a wave of laughter and cheers from the crowd, while many fans began chanting, urging the couple to leave so that the performance could continue. Some concertgoers even recorded the moment, which quickly went viral on X (formerly Twitter), Instagram, and TikTok, sparking a series of reactions online.
Reports from attendees indicate that the male fan initially tried to wake his girlfriend up, but she seemed too exhausted to continue. After a few moments of back and forth, and with the audience chanting “Go home!” in unison, the embarrassed couple eventually stood up and exited the venue, allowing Burna Boy to resume his performance to the delight of the roaring crowd.
Online users have since reacted to the incident with mixed opinions. Some praised Burna Boy for maintaining his signature “no-nonsense” energy on stage, noting that his shows are known for intensity and crowd participation. Others, however, felt that the artist could have shown more compassion, suggesting that the fan’s girlfriend might have been tired or unwell.
A social media user commented, “Burna Boy is right. You can’t be sleeping at his concert when people paid good money for that energy!” Another added, “Maybe she was just tired; concerts can be exhausting too.” Meanwhile, some fans jokingly suggested that the man might have found himself in “the most awkward relationship moment ever.”
Despite the brief interruption, Burna Boy continued the show with even more passion, performing fan favourites such as “It’s Plenty,” “Gbona,” and “On the Low.” The incident has since added another viral moment to Burna Boy’s growing list of memorable on-stage interactions, showcasing both his fiery personality and his commitment to maintaining energy at his performances.
The Denver show is part of Burna Boy’s ongoing international tour, which has seen him perform to sold-out arenas across North America, Europe, and Africa, further solidifying his place as one of the biggest global music stars of his generation.
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