Summary
- Travis Scott's performance at the 2024 Grammys received mixed reactions, with many viewers disappointed and angry that he was given a platform despite the Astroworld tragedy.
- Travis delivered an impressive and visually stunning performance, showcasing his musical talent and energy on stage.
- The Astroworld tragedy, where 10 people died and many were injured, remains a significant issue for Travis, as he still faces lawsuits and ongoing legal repercussions.
The 2024 Grammys featured a ton of ground-breaking performances from some of the finest artists in the industry, but many viewers were shocked to see Travis Scott perform given that he’s still facing repercussions from the fatal Astroworld tragedy that left multiple people dead and hundreds injured in 2021.
Travis, 32, took the stage at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles on Sunday night to perform a medley of tracks from his Grammy-nominated album Utopia.
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Travis Broke Chairs During His Grammy Performance
The rapper kicked off his set with the song "MY EYES," delivering soulful bars while perched atop an oversized speaker. The atmosphere quickly transformed into a blaze of energy and intensity as Scott transitioned into "I KNOW?". Accompanied by a dancer, Scott showed off a variety of dance moves against a backdrop of towering speakers.
Later in the performance, Travis launched into the anthem "FE!N,” in which he brought Playboi Carti out to join him for the collab. The duo ended the song by smashing a series of folding chairs, making for an explosive conclusion.
Fans Were Disappointed The Grammys Gave Travis Scott A Platform
Though Travis’ performance was arguably visually and musically impressive, it didn’t sit well with everyone. Following his set, many critics took to social media to voice disappointment at the Grammys for giving Travis a platform given what happened at Astroworld.
"Travis Scott should not be allowed to perform,” one person wrote on X (formerly Twitter), while another said, “Why the ---- is Travis Scott on my screen and not in prison #GRAMMYs?"
A different critic said, “Having travis scott perform and then talk about tragedies in music festivals and concerts but not mention astroworld is a choice…”
“We’re talking about people losing their lives at music festivals but letting travis scott perform?????? ARE YOU SERIOUS???????” another tweet said, while a different one added, "Travis Scott?! The same Travis Scott that had 10 fans die at his bootleg Houston music festival in overcrowded moshpits?! Totally disrespectful to disregard that in his 'love to hype up his fans' as if that didn't KILL. *** #Grammys."
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The Astroworld tragedy occurred on November 5, 2021, during Scott's music festival in his hometown of Houston, Texas. The event turned tragic when a crowd surge resulted in a stampede, leading to the deaths of 10 concertgoers and injuring hundreds more.
Travis faced significant criticism for his handling of the situation, including accusations of not stopping the concert promptly upon recognizing the danger. Despite claims of him being aware of the unfolding chaos, Scott continued to perform, drawing condemnation from both the public and fellow artists. In response, Scott expressed grief and pledged to cover funeral expenses and provide support to the victims' families (though many of the families declined).
Consequently, numerous lawsuits were filed against Scott, Live Nation, and other entities involved in organizing the festival in addition to various investigations examining the event's organization, security measures and Scott's conduct. Reports say the various lawsuits total over $10 billion in damages, much of which Travis could still be on the hook for, though the legal cases remain ongoing.
Travis, who was nominated for a Grammy in the best rap album category for Utopia, hasn’t publicly addressed the backlash following his performance at the awards ceremony.
