Fugees rapper Pras Michel has released a diss track aimed at Lauryn Hill following the abrupt cancellation of the planned 2024 Fugees reunion tour. This development came at a time when celebrations were in full swing for the 25th anniversary of ‘The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill’.
Reasons for Cancellation
The track, titled ‘Bar Mitzfa’, was made public through TMZ and directly points fingers at Hill for the tour’s cancellation. Pras Michel’s lyrics explicitly state, “Don’t blame me, blame her, she made the mess … not another penny, is what I told ‘Clef”.
Tour Details
The tour was slated to kick off on August 9 but was called off just three days prior. Ticket holders received refund notifications via email without any explanation provided. In a statement shared on Instagram on August 7, Hill attributed the cancellation to “sensationalism and clickbait headlines” resulting in low ticket sales.
The North American leg of the tour, initially scheduled for 2023, was rescheduled due to Hill’s vocal strain. The tour was set to span from August to September, starting in Tampa, Florida, on August 9 and concluding in New Jersey on September 21.
European and UK Dates
While the North American dates were canceled, the European and UK dates set for October and November, including performances at London’s O2 Arena, Berlin’s Uber Arena, and Amsterdam’s Ziggo Dome, are expected to proceed as planned, with tickets currently on sale.
History of Dissension
The relationship between Pras Michel and Lauryn Hill has had its ups and downs, as evidenced by the recent diss track. Despite past conflicts, the Fugees have a history of coming together despite disagreements. A notable reunion in New York in 2021 marked their first performance in 15 years, albeit three hours late. However, a planned tour in 2022 was canceled due to pandemic-related complications.
Recent Legal Troubles
Pras Michel also addresses his recent legal troubles in the diss track, referring to his guilty verdict on 10 criminal conspiracy charges in a Washington DC federal court. His lyrics reflect on the challenges he has faced during this legal ordeal.
For more details, you can listen to the track on TMZ.
FAQs
Q: What was the reason for the cancellation of the Fugees reunion tour?
A: The cancellation was attributed to low ticket sales caused by “sensationalism and clickbait headlines”.
Q: Will the European and UK dates proceed as scheduled?
A: Yes, the dates set for October and November are expected to go ahead as planned.
Q: What legal issues did Pras Michel face recently?
A: Pras Michel was found guilty of 10 criminal conspiracy charges in a Washington DC federal court.
