Nigerian Afrobeats star Asake has sparked a wave of reactions online after performing a sold-out concert at London’s O2 Arena on October 15, 2026, with some fans comparing his growing popularity to that of Michael Jackson.
The show, held as part of his In God We Trust World Tour, drew an enthusiastic crowd to the 20,000-capacity venue, according to the supplied report. It marked the third time in his career that Asake had performed a sold-out concert at the arena.
Following his North American tour dates, the singer brought his high-energy performance to London, delivering a show that generated conversation both inside and outside the venue.
Fans who attended the concert shared clips and reactions on social media, while others followed the performances online. From his viral dance moves to emotional moments during the music, Asake gave fans plenty to discuss.
Fans Compare Asake to Michael Jackson
Some social media users drew comparisons between Asake’s reception and the level of excitement associated with Michael Jackson’s performances.
“ Asake is getting to that Michael Jackson level,” one user, posting as IamJP on X on October 16, wrote, speculating that the singer might eventually have fans fainting at his shows, as happened during some of Jackson’s performances.
Another user, identified as SB, described Asake as having transcended the status of an ordinary musician, predicting that his fame would endure for generations.
The comparisons reflected the enthusiasm of individual fans rather than an objective assessment of the two artists’ careers.
Asake Brings His Viral Dance to London
Asake’s dancing was another talking point from the concert.
An account posting as AsakyGRN shared footage of the singer performing his trending dance for the London crowd, noting that he appeared to add a slight variation to the routine.
The moment gave fans another clip to circulate online, adding to the conversation surrounding the singer’s stage presence and performance style.
‘Gratitude’ Leaves Fans Emotional
One of the most emotional moments came toward the end of the show, when Asake performed “Gratitude.”
A fan posting as Cleverly shared a video of a concertgoer becoming tearful as the song played, describing the reaction as an emotional response to the performance.
IamJP also praised “Gratitude” in a separate post, calling it a favourite Asake song at the moment.
Other clips highlighted the audience’s response to “Ototo,” with fans sharing their excitement as the singer performed the track.
Fans Celebrate Close-Up Moments and Special Guests
Asake’s interactions with the crowd also featured prominently in the online reactions.
One video shared by Cleverly showed a woman reacting excitedly when the singer moved close enough for her to touch him during the performance.
Meanwhile, fans discussed the appearance of Blaqbonez during the show. One social media post joked about a concertgoer’s wife asking who the rapper was when he appeared, turning the moment into a humorous account of the evening.
Other footage highlighted Rybeena and TML Vibes singing along from the crowd during Asake and Blaqbonez’s performance of “Channel.”
A separate post referenced Efia Odo in connection with Asake performing “Skilful,” adding to the collection of moments circulating online.
Asake’s London Show Dominates Fan Conversation
The reaction to Asake’s O2 Arena concert ranged from praise for his stage presence to emotional responses to his songs and humorous accounts of the night.
While some fans reached for the Michael Jackson comparison, others focused on the singer’s dancing, his connection with the audience and the atmosphere surrounding the performance.
The online response offered a glimpse of how the concert resonated with fans beyond the arena. Asake’s London appearance was not just about the sold-out crowd; it also generated a steady stream of clips and conversations that kept the performance in the spotlight after the show ended.