Brandy Explains Why She Left Monica Hanging On Stage
The singer left the stage early in Chicago attributable to a well being subject however assured supporters she’ll return stronger for the rest of her tour with Monica.
Brandy lower her Chicago efficiency brief throughout The Boy Is Mine Tour Saturday night time (October 18) attributable to a sudden well being scare that pressured her offstage earlier than the present’s signature duet.
The R&B star left the gang surprised when she exited the stage earlier than performing “The Boy Is Mine” with Monica, their chart-topping 1998 hit that spent 13 weeks at No. 1 on the Billboard Scorching 100. The abrupt departure got here with out warning, leaving concertgoers confused and anxious.
On Sunday (October 19), Brandy addressed the incident in a press release posted to social media, revealing {that a} medical subject led to her early exit.
“To my expensive followers in Chicago,” she wrote. “Thanks all for the overwhelming love, assist, and, most significantly, your prayers. I sincerely apologize for the abrupt finish to final night time’s efficiency in Chicago. After weeks of continuous rehearsals, final night time I skilled dehydration and emotions of eager to faint. Everybody concerned agreed that prioritizing my well-being was of the utmost significance.”
She additionally praised Monica for stepping in with out hesitation.
“I’m deeply grateful to my sister, Monica, for stepping up with such grace and professionalism and the complete crew for his or her continued care and assist… I look ahead to returning to the stage, stronger and extra grateful than ever, alongside my woman tonight.”
The tour, which brings collectively two of essentially the most celebrated voices in Hip-Hop and R&B;, continues via December 14. The pair’s reunion on stage has been a nostalgic draw for longtime listeners, particularly those that keep in mind the unique launch of “The Boy Is Mine” throughout the late ’90s.
Brandy’s well being replace comes amid a demanding tour schedule full of rehearsals and back-to-back performances. Well being-related exits mid-show are uncommon for the seasoned performer, making Saturday’s second all of the extra regarding for these in attendance.
Based on NBC Information, https://www.nbcnews.com/information/nbcblk/brandy-hospitalized-after-possible-seizure-rcna51773), Brandy has beforehand handled well being issues, together with a hospitalization in 2022 after dropping consciousness. Although she recovered rapidly, the incident highlighted the bodily toll of her occupation.
Brandy is anticipated to rejoin Monica on stage for the subsequent scheduled efficiency.
The Boy Is Mine Tour wraps up December 14.
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