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NBA YoungBoy fans had already booked their travel, accommodations, and festival passes to go see their favorite rapper at Rolling Loud this weekend in Orlando, Florida. However, late Thursday evening (May 7th), NBA YoungBoy announced that he would not perform at Rolling Loud, leading to several fans losing their minds.
What Was The Initial Reaction To YoungBoy Pulling Out?
Most fans expressed intense devastation, questioning if their “GOAT’s” heart was still in it.
“Such a deeply unserious artist,” one user posted. “Anytime he has a good opportunity he goes out his way to f*** it up, feel bad for anyone that spent money to see him bra our goats an actual d***head.”
“Cuz if I cant be at rolling loud to see yb then NONE of u can be at rolling loud to see yb,” another user posted.
“He was the only reason I was going to watch rolling loud,” user posted. “I’ll be watching something else then.”
“Youngboy was on house arrest for 5 years in the mean time did zero shows and complained about not being able to leave the house,” another user posted. “He did a little tour last year after haven’t performing in years but he’s too tired to do RL… This yall king??”
if u ain’t go to the concert I feel sorry for u cause that’s all we getting for some years https://t.co/FqWgpSYmuk
— meezy (@0013_Meezy) May 7, 2026
How Did Fans React To The Replacement Headliner?
Immediately after NBA YoungBoy’s announcement, Rolling Loud scrambled to find a replacement. They settled on Ken Carson, who got tagged earlier in the year to headline Rolling Loud Australia prior to its cancellation.
Fans had varying opinions about Carson’s involvement, with many saying it was a clear step down.
“I’d rather have Yeat than Ken Carson,” one user posted.
“Ken Carson is not headliner level,” another user posted.
“Even sexyyred is bigger than Ken so why is he headlining,” another user posted.
“Ik my ex mad as f*** Hallujeuh!!!!,” another user posted.
Other fans expressed joy for Carson getting the spot, with some even saying he’s a better choice than YoungBoy.
“BAHAHAHA F*** YB KENS BOUTTA RUN TS,” one user posted.
“that’s fine we got ken f***** carson,” another user posted.
“Thank you thank you! i’m so happy, you’re replacing YB, this would’ve been the worst rolling loud if you didn’t show up now it’s pretty good,” another user posted.
