International music sensation Burna Boy finds himself at the center of another controversy after his decision to eject a sleeping fan from his concert in Colorado has drawn condemnation from none other than American rap legend Eminem.
The Incident That Sparked Global Outrage
The controversial event unfolded on October 13th during the Colorado stop of Burna Boy's ongoing 'No Sign of Weakness' tour. The Grammy-winning artist noticed a female fan dozing off near the front of the stage, which visibly angered him during his performance.
Burna Boy immediately halted his show and demanded that the woman's partner escort her out of the venue. He firmly declared he would not continue performing until the couple left the concert hall. Security personnel promptly removed the pair following the artist's outburst.
"We are doing this music because we love you, you understand? So when I stand up here and I see you over there sleeping with your girl in front of me, it pisses me the f*** off, men. So please take her home, fast, now!! Take her home," Burna Boy launched into a tirade against the couple.
Eminem Weighs In on the Controversy
The video footage of the couple's public removal quickly went viral across social media platforms, generating massive reactions from commentators who described Burna Boy's actions as disrespectful, uncharitable, and unprofessional.
In a significant development, global hip-hop icon Eminem added his voice to the growing criticism. Reacting to the viral video of the incident, the American rapper simply commented, "Yo, this is not cool."
Eminem's intervention reflects the broad public disapproval of the event, which has become the latest in a series of controversies surrounding the Nigerian superstar, known for frequently making headlines for the wrong reasons.
Revelations About the Sleeping Fan
Adding another layer to the controversy, social media users revealed heartbreaking details about the ejected fan's circumstances. According to posts on platform X, the woman had recently lost the father of her daughter.
The concert was reportedly meant to serve as a temporary distraction from her distressing situation. This revelation has further intensified public anger toward how Burna Boy handled the situation, particularly since the fan had purchased premium tickets to attend his performance.
Burna Boy's History of Controversial Fan Interactions
This incident adds to Burna Boy's track record of controversial interactions with fans:
- In 2019, he faced criticism for throwing a $100 bill at a fan he claimed wasn't vibing properly at a concert
- In January 2023, he left Lagos fans waiting for hours before eventually appearing on stage at 3 AM
- He has previously kicked trespassing fans during concerts, as referenced in his track 'No Panic' from his latest album
- In 2025, he sparked controversy by stating that being Number 1 in Nigeria wasn't worth celebrating due to low streaming revenue
While Burna Boy rarely apologizes for his actions, he recently expressed remorse for distancing himself from Afrobeats. Many are now wondering if he will extend similar contrition to the couple he publicly embarrassed at his Colorado concert.
