US EditionKanye West Fans in Shanghai Chant for Refund After Erratic Gig
SHANGHAI, CHINA, JUL 12 – Kanye West’s Shanghai concert faced heavy criticism for technical issues and late start, with thousands demanding refunds after paying up to $375 for tickets, reports say.
- On July 12, 2025, Kanye West performed at Shanghai Stadium in China, attracting a full house of 70,000 attendees despite arriving more than 40 minutes late to the event.
- The event followed West's escalating controversies, including antisemitic song releases like 'Heil Hitler' and a recent ban from Australia due to visa revocation.
- The concert faced heavy rain, minimal production, technical difficulties, and sound issues, which, combined with West leaving the stage briefly, frustrated many attendees.
- Thousands of fans chanted 'refund' outside the stadium, citing poor organization and erratic performance, while some defended West and others blamed weather or commercial motives.
- West's live performances remain limited mostly to China and South Korea, indicating his challenges securing bookings amid ongoing public backlash and diminished brand reputation.
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