Chris Brown proved he’s truly a living legend, selling out two consecutive shows in Johannesburg, South Africa, on Dec. 14-15, despite a heated attempt by women’s rights activists to ban him from performing at FNB Stadium.
The powerhouse performances, which saw over 90,000 fans each night, left no doubt about Breezy’s global dominance.
“I’ve been waiting my whole life for this kind of moment,” Brown told the crowd, pouring his heart out. “I just want to say from the bottom of my heart, I love you guys so much.
Adding, “This night means a lot to me.” The audience erupted, chanting “Breezy!” as the 35-year-old star showed no signs of slowing down.
Dubbed the “Breezy Bowl,” the electrifying show featured 18 dancers and an all-star lineup of hits, including “Sensational” with Davido, “MONALISA” with Lojay, and crowd favorites like “Yo (Excuse Me Miss),” “Run It!,” and “Wall to Wall.”
To connect even deeper with the crowd, Chris dropped in some South African classics, from Brenda Fassie to Riky Rick, while giving lucky fans a piece of his iconic wardrobe.
In true Chris Brown fashion, he soared across the stadium, thrilling fans with his 11:11 concert antics. Fans couldn’t stop buzzing, with many on social media dubbing him the “Michael Jackson of our generation.”
However, not everyone was thrilled. In October, South African organization Women for Change petitioned against the concert, citing his history of violence against women.
Despite the controversy, the concert sold out in less than two hours after announcement, proving the demand was undeniable.
While some criticized the event, others, like former University of Cape Town vice-chancellor Prof. Mamokgethi Phakeng, defended Brown, saying, “I am totally against GBV and condemn it. But let me be clear: I’m going to attend Brown’s concert.”
Ahead of the shows, Brown responded to critics with confidence: “YOU A GOD even when they say you not! Look inside.” And with that, the legend took the stage and delivered unforgettable performances.
Check out the wild crowd at one of the sold-out shows below!
