Kanye West Halts SoFi Show Over Lighting Issues

Performing for a massive crowd of over 72,000 people at SoFi Stadium is a huge undertaking, and Kanye West clearly wanted everything to be just right for his recent Los Angeles concert. However, technical difficulties, specifically with the lighting, caused the show to be paused multiple times.

Demanding Perfection on Stage

During his performance of “Good Life,” West reportedly stopped the song three times, expressing his dissatisfaction with the lighting effects. He felt the pulsating lights were “corny” and compared them to something out of an “SNL skit,” stating they didn’t match the smoky stage atmosphere.

West directly addressed the crew, saying, “Stop doing the vibrating, Vegas lights, bro. We went over this in rehearsal.” Despite the technical issues and his critiques, the crowd remained engaged, and the final lighting setup on the fourth attempt seemed to meet his approval.

A Career-Spanning Setlist

The concert, part of his global tour supporting his latest album “Bully,” featured a comprehensive setlist drawing from his extensive discography. West kicked off the show with the first four tracks from “Bully” – “KING,” “THIS A MUST,” “FATHER,” and “ALL THE LOVE.” He then delved into classics like “All Falls Down,” “Father Stretch My Hands, Pt. 1,” “Mercy,” and “Black Skinhead.”

Adding to the excitement, West brought out several special guests. His daughter, North West, joined him on stage to perform their collaboration “TALKING” and her debut single “PIERCING ON MY HAND.” Other guests included “Bully” collaborators Don Toliver, who performed his hit “E85,” and Andre Troutman. West and North also performed their track “Moon” together.

Looking Ahead

While the first night at SoFi Stadium had its share of technical challenges, there’s a good chance the subsequent shows will run more smoothly. Fans who attended were treated to a medley of hits and new material, along with special guest appearances, making for a memorable night despite the lighting hiccups.