Asake Brings Fan Onstage for “Skilful” at Barclays Center

Asake turned his Barclays Center show into another unforgettable fan moment after bringing a superfan onstage during his performance of “Skilful.” The Nigerian Afrobeats star performed at Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York, on August 26 as part of his In God We Trust Tour. The show also featured South African DJ and producer Uncle Waffles.

During the concert, Asake invited a female fan onto the stage while performing “Skilful,” one of the songs from his MONEY album.

Videos from the moment quickly began circulating online, showing Asake gave one of his biggest fans, Eni Popoola, an unforgettable moment at Barclays Center after bringing her onstage during his performance of “Skilful.”

Asake Gives His Fan a Moment to Remember

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For the fan, it was clearly more than just another concert. Being pulled from the crowd and joining one of Nigeria’s biggest music stars onstage made for the kind of concert experience fans dream about. The moment also added a playful touch to Asake’s already high-energy performance.

Several clips shared on X showed the singer and the fan dancing together during “Skilful,” with fans online reacting to the unexpected interaction.

Asake has built a reputation for making his live performances feel unpredictable, and the Barclays Center moment fit perfectly into that style.

Asake Takes “In God We Trust” to New York

The Barclays Center performance was part of Asake’s ongoing In God We Trust Tour, which has taken him across North America. The official Barclays Center listing confirmed his August 26 show, with the concert scheduled for 8:30 p.m.

The Brooklyn stop also came as Asake continued showcasing music from his recent catalog to international audiences. For an artist whose music has always connected strongly with crowds, moments like this show why his live performances remain such a major part of his appeal.

One thing is certain: that fan is probably never forgetting August 26 anytime soon.

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