So, Chris Brown and Usher officially kicked off The R&B Tour in Denver, Colorado, and like most fans, I immediately went searching for clips online.
Maybe my expectations were sky high.
Maybe it’s because we’re talking about Chris Brown and Usher—two of the greatest entertainers of this generation.
Either way, after watching a bunch of videos, I found myself saying…
“Hmm… I expected a little more.”
Now before y’all come for me, let me explain.
I immediately started having flashbacks to Breezy Bowl, because I was lucky enough to experience that tour in person—and let me tell you, I had an AMAZING time.
From the seats I had to the energy inside the stadium, Chris Brown absolutely delivered. It was one of those concerts where you leave feeling like you got your money’s worth. I’d honestly go again tomorrow if I had the chance.
But after my show, I kept watching clips from the different cities as the tour continued, and that’s when I realized something.
The production kept getting better.
The choreography became tighter. The transitions became smoother. Everyone looked more comfortable. Even Chris himself looked more settled into the show as the weeks went on.
That’s why I always tell people something they probably don’t expect…
I usually don’t book opening night… and I don’t usually book the very last show either.
Opening night is where everything is still being tested. Lighting cues, stage timing, camera shots, entrances, exits, little technical glitches—it’s all part of working out the kinks.
By the middle of the tour?
That’s usually when the production is firing on all cylinders.
Which brings me back to The R&B Tour.
One of the performances I was looking forward to the most was “New Flame.”
On paper, that’s supposed to be one of those unforgettable moments. Chris Brown and Usher sharing the stage on one of their biggest collaborations should have been the moment everyone couldn’t stop talking about.
Instead, from the clips I watched, it felt… good.
Just not goosebumps good.
Not yet.
And honestly, I think that’s okay.
I’ve learned not to judge a major production after the very first night.
From what I’m seeing online, fans seem split. Some people are simply excited to see two R&B legends performing together, while others are saying they expected a little more chemistry and a little more energy from some of the joint performances. Then there are fans reminding everyone that this was literally opening night and to give the production time to settle in.
Personally, I fall somewhere in the middle.
I wasn’t blown away by what I saw online, but I also know firsthand how much a tour can evolve after those first few stops.
If Breezy Bowl taught me anything, it’s that the show you’re watching on Night 1 may not be the same show people are talking about three weeks later.
One thing I do love about this entire tour is what it represents.
Seeing Chris Brown and Usher sharing a stadium stage together is a reminder that R&B still belongs in stadiums. This isn’t just about nostalgia—it’s about proving the genre can still headline major productions and pack out arenas around the world.
So no… I’m not disappointed.
I’m just not giving out final grades after one show.
I’ll be watching the next few stops because I honestly think this production has the potential to become something really special once everyone settles into their rhythm.
And if I’m right…
The fans catching those middle tour dates are probably going to get the best version of this show.
What do you think?
Have you seen the clips from opening night? Did they live up to your expectations, or are you waiting to see how the tour develops before making your decision?
🖊 A Penny for My Thoughts:
Sometimes the first night is just the beginning. I’ve seen firsthand how a great tour can evolve into an unforgettable one, so I’m keeping an open mind. Ask me again after a few more cities... I have a feeling this conversation might look very different.
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