Lola Young cancels all performances after onstage collapse
- Lola Young collapsed during her performance at a music festival in New York City.
- She announced through social media that she is canceling concerts for the foreseeable future.
- The singer emphasized the need to take time for her recovery and hopes to return stronger.
In the United States, British singer Lola Young recently faced an alarming incident during her performance. While at the All Things Go Music Festival in New York, she collapsed while performing her song 'Conceited.' This onstage incident was visible in fan-recorded footage where she appeared visibly uncomfortable before losing consciousness and falling backward. Young later reassured her fans through social media that she was 'doing okay' but did not specify the underlying reasons for her collapse. Amid growing concerns about her well-being, Lola Young had already canceled a previously scheduled performance at Audacy's We Can Survive concert in New Jersey. This concert aimed to promote mental health awareness and suicide prevention but she was unable to participate due to an undisclosed health concern. Following her collapse, Young announced in an Instagram post that she would be canceling all her upcoming concerts 'for the foreseeable future.' In her announcement to fans, she expressed her feelings of disappointment for those who had purchased tickets and assured them they would receive full refunds. Young acknowledged the personal toll of letting down her supporters, stating, 'it hurts me more than you know.' She also appealed for understanding from those who might be critical of her situation, asking for a little compassion as she takes time to work on herself. This incident sparked a broader conversation about the pressures performers face and the importance of mental health. Young, known for her music career and for being nominated for awards like the Brit Award and the Ivor Novello Award, has previously spoken about her struggles with mental health. She expressed hope that once she regains her strength and works through her issues, she would return to performing stronger than before. Young's recent performances were already reported to have been challenging, indicating that her health states may have contributed to the distress observed during the festival appearance.