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Ye Attempts a Comeback With Sold-Out LA-Area Concert, Support from Lauryn Hill

April 6, 2026

Kanye West, now known as Ye, performed two sold-out concerts at SoFi Stadium in Southern California, marking his first major U.S. performances in nearly five years as he attempts a comeback following numerous controversies. The Friday night show featured special guest Lauryn Hill, who performed alongside him for the first time, as well as appearances by Travis Scott, CeeLo Green, and his daughter North West on an elaborate half-orb stage. The concerts drew approximately 70,000 fans who largely expressed support for the artist, with many attendees stating they separate his music from his personal beliefs and controversies.

Who is affected

  • Ye (Kanye West), the performing artist
  • Lauryn Hill, Travis Scott, CeeLo Green, and North West (Ye's daughter) who performed with him
  • Approximately 70,000-80,000 fans who attended the two SoFi Stadium concerts
  • Bianca Censori (Ye's wife) and his children
  • Fan attendees specifically quoted: Vince Da Prince, Yovani Contreras, and Luis Velasquez

What action is being taken

  • Ye is performing sold-out concerts at SoFi Stadium
  • The performances are being livestreamed
  • Ye is touring and presenting a more than 40-song setlist
  • He is taking medication (according to fan Luis Velasquez's statement about what Ye mentioned)

Why it matters

  • This represents a significant attempted comeback for one of hip-hop's most successful artists, who won 24 Grammy Awards and dominated charts in the 2000s and early 2010s. The sold-out shows demonstrate that despite losing major business partnerships and facing severe backlash for antisemitic remarks and other controversies, Ye retains a substantial loyal fanbase willing to support him following his apology. The concerts test whether public forgiveness is possible for celebrities who engage in hate speech, and whether commercial success can be rebuilt after such controversies.

What's next

  • No explicit next steps stated in the article

Read full article from source: The San Diego Voice & Viewpoint

Ye Attempts a Comeback With Sold-Out LA-Area Concert, Support from Lauryn Hill