Yuki Chiba joins Megan Thee Stallion at London O2 Arena show

Yuki Chiba surprises fans at Megan Thee Stallion's London show, marking his first European performance since 2021.

Japan’s enigmatic rap star Yuki Chiba made a surprise appearance at Megan Thee Stallion’s London show on July 17th, marking his first live performance in Europe since retiring his former KOHH persona in 2021.

During the final show of the European leg of her 'Hot Girl Summer Tour' at the O2 Arena, Yuki Chiba joined Megan on stage to perform 'Mamushi,' their viral hit from Megan’s independent debut album 'MEGAN.' The tour, which began in the US on May 14th, covered 32 cities, with previous European and UK stops including Birmingham, Manchester, Amsterdam, and Paris. Chiba’s appearance provided an unexpected highlight for the London audience.

Before Yuki Chiba emerged, Megan teased the crowd by saying, "We’ve got a real special treat for London tonight," prompting huge roars as Chiba stepped onto the stage. The audience enthusiastically sang along to the song’s catchy line, "okane kasegu watashi wa star." This performance marks Chiba’s high-profile return to an international stage since re-entering the music scene in early 2024. He expressed his gratitude in Japanese before leaving the stage, receiving a massive cheer from the crowd.

The collaboration track, featuring Japanese lyrics performed by both Chiba and Megan, went viral on TikTok upon the album’s release after Megan posted a dance video on her official account. Chiba, who gained global attention with his viral hit 'Team Tomodachi' earlier this year, has been actively reshaping his musical identity. The success of his viral track and his recent collaboration with Megan highlights Chiba’s strong comeback in both the Japanese and international hip-hop scenes.

Chiba’s performance at the O2 Arena symbolizes a significant moment in his career, emphasizing his influence and popularity in the hip-hop world. Fans eagerly anticipate what’s next for the artist as he continues to make waves across the globe.