The moment, which quickly went viral on social media, happened during The R&B Tour with Chris Brown on Saturday. After being invited onstage, the fan seemed uneasy as Usher sang to her and attempted to interact by lightly touching her face.
When Usher gestured for her to recline on a bed used as part of the performance, she stepped back. He immediately stopped the interaction, telling the crowd, "I don't think she want to be on the stage, huh?" before signalling for crew members to escort her offstage.
The fan later responded to criticism online, saying she had no intention of turning down the opportunity to go onstage and that she did not know in advance what the segment involved. She also rejected claims that she had been rude, saying people were unfairly judging her over an experience they did not witness firsthand.
Usher is known for interactive performances with audience members, but the Nashville moment sparked debate online, with many praising the singer for ending the segment once the fan appeared uncomfortable.
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