Usher Explains Why He Postponed His Atlanta Tour

Usher is prioritizing self-care right now, and fans in Atlanta are amazed at what it means to them! Hours before taking the stage at State Farm Arena, the singer postponed opening a tour.

He took to social media, including Instagram and X (formerly Twitter), to explain the last-minute change. Additionally, the ‘Confessions’ artists are promising to pay ticket holders!

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Usher Says He Needs THIS To Put On His Best Performance In Atlanta

As mentioned, Usher released a written statement regarding the postponed Atlanta show. He began by acknowledging the “blood, sweat, and tears” he has put into his long career to deliver “the best performance” and create an unforgettable fan experience.

The singer added that he has “every intention” of doing the same on his ‘Past, Present and Future Tour.’ But to meet that level, Usher says he needs to “rest,” which is why the Atlanta show was canceled.

“…I have to cancel tonight’s show and reschedule it to give my body a second to rest and recover,” she wrote. “You’ll still get the past, some present, and a different look at the future with a rescheduled date, but you’ll also get 100% of me.”

Usher admitted that the “last thing” he wants is to “disappoint” his fans, especially tonight’s Atlanta crowd.

“However, I wouldn’t be the entertainer that I am if I couldn’t give you my best,” he added.

The singer shared that his band will soon share a rescheduled date, but did not give a timeline for when to expect an announcement.

Social Media Responds to Artist’s Delayed Performance

After it became clear that Usher would not be returning to State Farm Arena tonight, fans poured out their disappointment and well wishes for the singer on social media.

On Instagram, his statement gathered almost 60,000 likes and more than 2,700 different comments within an hour.

“Good to see you! You won’t get better if you don’t feel good,” @the_80s_garage wrote.

@amberjiselle wrote, “The plane just landed in Atlanta. Hence the disappointment. But life comes first.”

But, @usherpassion stormed out, adding, “Called me for hours to see you tonight, all the practice you posted and the stuff you didn’t, and now you’ve pushed back the opening date?! This is crazy!!!! You’ve had four since February to put it together. I’m upset and that’s it. You knew this since last night, I bet you had a concert on Friday and Saturday.”

@cokebottlejazzy said, “I’m depressed. I called you, I think I deserve to go backstage! ”

@and5678linedance wrote, “Awww man…I brought my mother…we are on our way! He was hooked after seeing the Super Bowl show! I’m disappointed, but I hope you feel better soon.”

“Relax and be the best version of YOU before you entertain us all,” @joannauriv19 said.

Under The Shade Room’s statement, fans seemed to be very supportive.

@jojo.emale wrote on IG, “He went from a residency, to a Super Bowl, to a world tour. Don’t worry!”

@jayt.music supported Usher’s decision, writing, “Life comes first. Definitely understand that people are disappointed but our legends are people and GOD does not allow something to happen and we wish they would take time off.”

So did @dominiquechinn, who wrote, “You have to stay healthy to live long. Get some rest.”

@tazzxp joked, “Well, can we come over to your house and do a backyard show?”

Meanwhile, on X, the post attracted more than 163,000 views and more than 600 reposts within an hour. Swipe below to see reactions from that forum.

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