Burna Boy, Nigeria’s biggest global music star, is making headlines again in 2025. With his highly anticipated eighth studio album, No Sign of Weakness, and a massive North American tour, fans are buzzing. But it’s not just music making news—controversies, fan reactions, and powerful statements have kept Burna Boy in the spotlight.
No Sign of Weakness: Album Release and Tour
Burna Boy’s new album, No Sign of Weakness, dropped in July 2025 and quickly became a global hit. The album features tracks like “TaTaTa” with Travis Scott, “Sweet Love,” “Update,” and “Bundle By Bundle.” Each song mixes Afrobeat, pop, and global sounds, showing Burna Boy’s signature style.
The No Sign of Weakness Tour began in November 2025, starting at the famous Red Rocks Amphitheatre in Colorado. Burna Boy made history as the first Nigerian artist to headline there. The tour covered major cities like Seattle, Oakland, Houston, Dallas, Chicago, Boston, Washington DC, Atlanta, Orlando, Newark, Montréal, and Toronto. Fans loved the 360-degree stage, which gave everyone an up-close experience of Burna Boy’s energetic live show.
Burna Boy’s Controversial Statements and Fan Backlash
In 2025, Burna Boy sparked debate with his comments about Nigerian music and fans. He said that having the number one song in Nigeria isn’t something to celebrate because Nigerian streams don’t pay as much as streams from the US or UK. He told upcoming artists not to get carried away by local social media praise, saying it won’t fill stadiums worldwide.
Some fans agreed, saying Burna Boy is honest about the music business. Others felt he was being too harsh on local supporters. The discussion went viral, with many tweets and posts debating his stance. Burna Boy has a history of making bold statements, and this one was no different.
Concert Drama: Fan Incident and Show Cancellations
Burna Boy’s tour wasn’t without drama. A viral clip showed him asking a woman to leave his Denver concert because she was sleeping. The woman said she was exhausted, but Burna Boy said he only wants fans who are there for the music and energy. He later said, “Did I ask you to be my fans?” This caused a big backlash online, with some calling him insensitive and others defending him.
Reports also say that five major tour dates were quietly cancelled due to lower ticket sales. Fans and critics debated if the cancellations were linked to the controversy or other factors. Burna Boy admitted he was struggling mentally, which led to mixed reactions. Some urged him to be more humble and accountable, while others supported him for speaking out about his mental health.
After watching Burna Boy performance at the Fallon show. All I can say is he’s the only musician in Africa. 🐐 pic.twitter.com/uCsSuynSfn
— . (@walentino_xx) December 8, 2025
Burna Boy’s Message of Solidarity
During a show in Los Angeles, Burna Boy paused his performance to speak out about violence and humanitarian struggles in Nigeria, Sudan, and Congo. He used his platform to show solidarity with people facing hard times. Many fans praised him for using his fame to highlight important issues. However, some questioned if this was a genuine message or “damage control” after recent controversies. After the speech, Burna Boy returned to his performance, energizing the crowd with hits like “Last Last”.
