Burna Boy Sparks Controversy After Kicking Out Sleeping Fan at U.S. Concert

Grammy-winning Nigerian artist Burna Boy made headlines this week after a dramatic moment during his performance at the Red Rocks Amphitheatre in Colorado. On the first stop of his “I Told Them” North American tour, the Afrofusion star paused the show to call out — and eventually eject — a couple seated in the front row, after noticing one of them appeared to be sleeping. In a now-viral clip circulating online, Burna Boy interrupted his set, visibly annoyed, and addressed the audience directly: > “When I stand up here and see you over there with your girl sleeping in front of me, it pisses me off,” he said. “Take her home. I’m not doing another song until you go home.” The fan in question reportedly remained unresponsive for several minutes, prompting security and cheers from the crowd to escalate the situation. Eventually, the couple was escorted out, and the show continued. While many fans applauded Burna for defending the energy and respect of a live performance, others felt the move was harsh and unnecessary. Some argued the artist could have handled it more gracefully, considering there could be multiple reasons for someone appearing tired during a concert. Burna Boy has built a reputation for dynamic, high-octane shows and maintaining an authentic connection with his audience. This moment has reignited conversations around expectations at concerts and how artists respond to perceived disrespect. As his tour continues, the spotlight remains on how the global superstar balances passion, performance, and public perception.