For die-hard music fans, meeting their favorite artists during a special event can almost feel surreal. Sometimes, people use this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to express admiration for their go-to musician or to give them something unique. Other times, however, a fan or artist can be completely taken by surprise by something wild that transpires during a meet-and-greet.
One artist who strives to create an unforgettable experience for his fans is Chris Brown. Although the fee to meet the Grammy-award-winning rap singer is pretty hefty, his fans think the $1,111 price tag is worthwhile. For instance, during his 11:11 Tour stop in Detroit on June 7, viral photos showed Chris Brown grabbing fans’ rear-ends and even landing a few kisses.
Meanwhile, Moneybagg Yo was at a loss for words during one of his meet-and-greets last December. As he was signing autographs at a liquor store, a process server pretending to be a fan served the rapper court papers for not performing at a concert.
In the heat of the moment, meet-and-greets can even become chaotic. In 2016, Desiigner was forced to shut down his meet-and-greet at the CambridgeSide mall in Cambridge, Mass. after a large group of eager fans became too rowdy and started vandalizing stores.
Some concertgoers even use the timed meet-ups to highlight their talents. In June, a Fredo Bang fan decided to tussle with the rapper in an attempt to show off his wrestling skills. Lil Baby also got to witness a person’s music chops after they attempted to sing for him. The rapper was ultimately unimpressed and jokingly turned them away.
Overall, meet-and-greets are quite unpredictable and can either go good or bad for your favorite artists.
Take a look at some wild meet-and-greet moments below.
See 12 of the Wildest Meet-and-Greets Between Rappers and Their Fans
Desiigner’s Meet-and-Greet Gets Shut Down by Police (2016)
Gucci Mane Stands His Ground When Fur Protestors Attack Meet-and-Greet (2017)
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Fans Get Injured During Phor’s Meet-and-Greet (2018)
Fan Proposes to His Girlfriend During Snoop Dogg’s Meet-and-Greet (2022)
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