Grammy-winning Nigerian star Burna Boy has sparked fresh controversy after ejecting a couple from his Denver, United States concert for allegedly sleeping during his performance.
The incident happened midway through his show on Wednesday night when the self-styled African Giant paused his set and called out the pair sitting near the front of the stage.
Burna Boy, whose real name is Damini Ogulu, expressed visible anger as he addressed the man in the crowd.
“When I stand up here and see you over there with your girl sleeping in front of me, it pisses me off,” he said. “Please, take her home. I’m not performing another song till you go home.”
The female fan initially appeared reluctant to leave, but the crowd joined the singer in urging the couple to exit.
They eventually walked out, and Burna Boy resumed his performance to loud cheers from the audience.
The moment quickly went viral online, with mixed reactions from fans.
While some supported Burna Boy’s decision, others criticized him for being disrespectful to paying concertgoers.
Critics argued that a fan’s fatigue should not warrant public embarrassment, especially after spending money on tickets.
Supporters, however, defended Burna Boy, claiming the couple’s behavior was disrespectful to the artist and his effort on stage.
This isn’t the first time Burna Boy has clashed with fans during live shows.
In the past, he reportedly removed a fan from his concert for standing still during a song, and once ejected another who ran onto the stage to hug him.
Known for his fiery temper and bold personality, Burna Boy’s stage antics have often sparked debate over his relationship with fans and his expectations of audience participation.
Despite the controversy, the singer continues his U.S. tour, attracting thousands of fans to his sold-out concerts across major cities.
