Is Kanye West returning to China after 16 years for a 'Vultures' concert?

Speculation on X, Reddit, and Chinese government site hints at Ye's possible return to China after more than a decade


Pop Culture & Art August 26, 2024
Kanye West. PHOTO: FILE

Ye, formerly known as Kanye West, is reportedly preparing for a significant return to China as part of his global ‘Vultures’ Listening Experience tour. 

Following a widely acclaimed Korean tour, the ‘Donda’ artist is expected to perform at the Wuyuanhe Stadium in Haikou City, Hainan Province, on September 7, 2024. 

Although his canceled Taiwan visit disappointed many, recent reports from a Chinese government website and fan pages on platforms like X and Reddit have sparked new hope among Ye's Chinese followers.

The news comes after a hiatus of over a decade, marking a long-awaited return to China for Ye, who last performed in the country during his 2008 Glow in the Dark tour. 

While fans are buzzing with excitement, the official confirmation from Ye's team remains pending, leaving many on edge. 

The concert, reportedly approved by Hainan Zhongsheng Sports Group Co. Ltd., promises to deliver an immersive experience featuring Ye's latest music, though fans are advised to await official announcements before making any plans.

Despite circulating rumors, including a bold claim that Ye might even perform on the Great Wall of China, the details of the Wuyuanhe concert are yet to be finalized. 

For now, Ye's fans in China are left in eager anticipation, hoping to witness the rapper’s triumphant return to the stage after 16 long years.

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