Usher and Chris Brown brought their highly anticipated R&B Tour to Atlanta, but the opening night came with some unexpected drama!
The two R&B superstars kicked off their five-show run at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Thursday, November 5, and fans were left frustrated after the concert started approximately two and a half hours late.
Concertgoers also complained about sound issues, shortened performances, and the lack of interaction between the two headliners.
According to TMZ, sources claimed Usher and Chris Brown got into a heated verbal exchange backstage over whether to delay the show because of heavy traffic around the stadium.
Usher reportedly wanted to start the performance, while Brown preferred waiting for more fans to arrive. However, neither artist has publicly confirmed the alleged disagreement, and Brown appeared to dismiss internet rumors in a social media post.
Fortunately, the following Atlanta shows brought a completely different energy!
The star-studded performances featured surprise appearances from several major artists, including Monica, Xscape, Da Brat, Dru Hill, Tyrese, T.I., Young Dro, and Sexyy Red.
Usher and Brown also returned to sharing the stage, giving fans some of the collaborative performances they had been hoping to see.
But one of the weekend's biggest viral moments involved a familiar concertgoer.
Remember Gabrielle Cheyenne, the woman who went viral in July after appearing uninterested when Usher brought her onstage?
Well, she finally got her moment with Chris Brown!
During Sunday's concert, Brown invited Gabrielle onstage, where she was handcuffed to a dance pole as part of his performance and serenaded with his hit song "Take You Down."
The moment quickly gained attention online, especially considering her previous encounter with Usher.
With additional Atlanta performances scheduled for November 10 and 11, fans are hoping the remaining shows continue delivering unforgettable moments.
Do you think there's real tension between Usher and Chris Brown, or is the internet making something out of nothing?