Kanye West followers chant for refund at ‘worst gig ever’ following main points as 70,000 individuals attend
Some Kanye West followers have hit out on the Stronger rapper for his latest efficiency at a 70,000 capability venue in Shanghai.
The disgraced musician has been criticised for happening an anti-Semitic rant on X, promoting swastika-branded clothes on his web site, and releasing songs equivalent to ‘Heil Hitler’ this yr.
Calling himself Ye since 2021, the father-of-four has since apologised for his actions, as followers are nonetheless gathering of their 1000’s to go and see him.
It comes after he allegedly modified his identify final month after his chief monetary officer, Hussain Lalani, was mentioned to have filed new paperwork below the identify ‘Ye Ye.’
Effectively, no matter he now goes by, you recognize who he’s and so did the 70,000 followers who turned out to a seemingly ‘disappointing’ live performance at Shanghai Stadium on Saturday evening (12 July).
The World Instances reported that there was a major delay getting him on stage, as various manufacturing points appeared to crop up on the evening.
In response to Chengdu Enterprise Each day, followers began chanting for refunds, whereas it poured down, with rain and with Kanye but to look on stage.
Tickets reportedly ranged from 980 yuan (£102) to 2,680 yuan (£278).
One fan, who accused him of lip syncing, shared a video on X, together with a critical of tweets criticising the Yeezy star.
“45 minute late begin – Shanghai has been averaging 30-40 levels Celsius climate not too long ago,” the supporter started.
“Principally lip synching. His microphone should have been up lower than 20 p.c of the time.
“For the encore, he disappeared for over 20 minutes at one level as tracks like ‘Wolves’ simply performed out with him nowhere in sight. I might have simply performed your music at residence man. Got here to see u carry out????”
They continued: “Stage set-up was horrible. I paid $260 for my seat and although they have been moderately shut, he stayed within the circle so no person might truly see him carefully even in case you have been vip.
“Additionally he wore a masks the whole present. Folks got here to see u my man! @kanyewest.”
So I’ve been a fan of Kanye West since I used to be a teen. MBDTF opened my ears to the sonics in music. Was laborious to get tix for him in Shanghai however received it. Was hyped af. Couldn’t even sleep evening earlier than. However. Worst live performance I’ve ever been to. @kanyewest u will be higher pic.twitter.com/3CbPd0BO29
— Fabian_Lemuel (@Fabian_Lemuel) July 13, 2025
One other particular person commented that they’ve ‘by no means seen such a poorly organised live performance’, calling it the ‘worst live performance ever.’
Occasion promoter StellarAmberGroup provided an evidence as to what was happening, blaming heavy rain for the manufacturing issues.
In a press release on China’s social media platform, Sina Weibo, they mentioned: “Nevertheless, for this long-awaited return after 17 years, Ye’s staff insisted on prioritising inventive integrity. After emergency changes, the present was delayed to make sure the very best expertise and to minimise the frustration for the viewers.”
Issuing an apology, they added: “We’re deeply moved by the understanding and endurance proven by lots of the attendees and categorical our heartfelt gratitude.
“We additionally prolong our sincerest apologies for any inconvenience precipitated and respect everybody’s consideration and assist.”
LADbible Group has contacted Kanye West’s representatives for remark.
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