Originally Published 6 months ago — by Rolling Stone
The 2025 Essence Festival in New Orleans experienced significant scheduling delays on its opening night, culminating in Lauryn Hill performing at around 2:30 a.m. to a nearly empty arena. Organizers acknowledged the delays were not Hill's fault and praised her performance, which included engaging with remaining fans and taking requests. Subsequent nights ran more smoothly.
Lauryn Hill performed late into the night at the Essence Festival in New Orleans due to scheduling delays, but the festival defended her, emphasizing her legendary status and the quality of her performance, which included interactions with fans and special song requests.
Lauryn Hill headlined the 2025 Essence Festival at the Caesars Superdome with a delayed start due to scheduling issues, resulting in a nearly empty stadium by the time she performed, but she delivered a memorable set despite the late hour and low turnout.
Lauryn Hill performed at the 2025 Essence Festival to an almost empty stadium due to delays, but organizers defended her performance and legacy, amid a recent history of touring issues and legal disputes.
Lauryn Hill performed late into the night at the 2025 Essence Festival in New Orleans, taking the stage at 2:30 a.m. to a nearly empty stadium due to scheduling delays, but fans defended her, emphasizing that the festival's overall delay was not her fault.
Apple Music has named "The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill" as the No. 1 album of all time in its 100 Best Albums list. The album, which celebrated its 25th anniversary last year, has won numerous awards and sold 30 million copies. Despite its success, Lauryn Hill's musical output has been limited since its release. The list was curated by artists, songwriters, producers, and industry professionals, independent of streaming numbers. Other top albums include Michael Jackson's "Thriller" and The Beatles' "Abbey Road."
Lauryn Hill surprised Coachella attendees by joining her son YG Marley on stage, leading to a mini Fugees reunion with Wyclef Jean. The trio performed Fugees classics and paid tribute to Bob Marley, with Busta Rhymes and Spliff Star also making appearances. YG Marley and the Fugees closed the set with a cover of Bob Marley's "Is This Love" and YG's original song "Praise Jah in the Moonlight."
YG Marley's debut single "Praise Jah In The Moonlight" becomes the first reggae song to enter the Billboard Hot 100 chart in 7 years, featuring a vocal sample from his grandfather Bob Marley's song "Crisis" and co-written by his mother, Lauryn Hill. The song debuted at No. 74 and marks the sixth Marley family member to enter the chart. Minister of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sports Olivia 'Babsy' Grange expressed no surprise at YG Marley's achievement, given the family's legacy in reggae music. The song has also achieved success on other international charts and streaming platforms. Lloyd Laing, a music expert, highlighted the Marley family's consistent success and anticipates their continued influence in the music industry.
Lauryn Hill has announced that the remaining shows of her tour for this year have been postponed until early 2024 due to persistent vocal strain. Hill explained on Instagram that she has been taking medication to help with her vocal strain, but it is not good for her in the long run. She emphasized the need for real vocal recovery and thanked her fans for their support, promising to reschedule the canceled shows and add new cities to the tour. The show in Philadelphia will still take place as scheduled.
During a concert in Los Angeles, Lauryn Hill addressed her perpetual lateness, telling the audience that they're lucky she even shows up on stage every night. Hill explained that she does it in the name of God and because she is a survivor and thriver. She also discussed her struggles with the music industry and the lack of support she received after the success of her debut album, "The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill." Hill's commitment to being in control and resisting expectations from fans is a key factor in her relationship with performing live.
Lauryn Hill defends her reputation for being tardy to shows and canceling appearances, stating that fans should feel lucky she even makes it on stage. She attributes recent cancellations to vocal injuries and emphasizes her dedication to performing in the name of God. Hill reflects on the lack of support she received after her successful debut album and expresses gratitude for her fans' continued support.
Lauryn Hill defends her tardiness at live shows during her tour stop in Los Angeles, stating that fans should be grateful she even shows up. She expresses frustration over only releasing one solo album and explains that she continues to perform it because people still love it. The crowd supports her, and she is joined on tour by her Fugees crew.
Lauryn Hill has postponed her concert in Philadelphia due to advice from her physicians to protect her vocal cords. The hip-hop artist, currently on a 25-year anniversary tour, expressed disappointment but emphasized the importance of rest to avoid further strain or damage. The rescheduled Philadelphia show will take place on November 25th. Hill's tour with The Fugees will continue in Toronto on Thursday, with 20 remaining stops across the United States and Canada.
Lauryn Hill celebrates the 25th anniversary of her album "The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill" on her current tour, showcasing her evolution as an artist. Hill's performances feature rearranged versions of her beloved songs, incorporating different genres and tempos. Despite initial disappointment from fans, her experimentation and musical digressions highlight her powerfully packed lyrics and melodic rhyme flow. Hill's ability to redefine her classic album demonstrates her evolution as a musician and her impact on the hip-hop genre.
Lauryn Hill and The Fugees kicked off their 25th Anniversary Tour for "The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill" in Newark, New Jersey. Despite technical issues with audio mixing, Hill delivered a memorable performance, showcasing her unique vocal arrangements and powerful renditions of her classics. The visuals and messages displayed on the screen added depth to the show. The Fugees joined Hill for the second half of the night, energizing the crowd with their hits. Overall, the concert was a celebration of a timeless album, even with the improvisations that Hill is known for.
