AceShowbiz - Lupe Fiasco is set to headline the Friday Night Concert at the Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach, taking place on April 17. Although the Chicago rapper won’t be competing on the track, he will bring his live performance to kick off the weekend’s racing festivities.

Lupe Fiasco expressed his enthusiasm for joining the event, stating that he has always been a fan of racing and car culture. This performance will mark a special occasion amid the high-speed action unfolding in Long Beach, California.

The concert will be held outdoors near the Long Beach Terrace Theater and is free for attendees who hold tickets for the April 17 race day. General admission day passes start at $58, and children 12 years old and under can attend free with a ticketed adult. Lupe Fiasco is scheduled to take the stage at approximately 6:30 p.m. local time.

Jim Liaw, president and CEO of the Grand Prix Association of Long Beach, shared his excitement about the artist’s participation. He described Lupe Fiasco as an extraordinary performer with a dynamic stage presence, noting that his concert will be a thrilling way for fans to cap off a day filled with racing, entertainment, and the vibrant atmosphere of the Long Beach lifestyle.

The weekend’s motorsport competition will feature premier racing series, including the NTT INDYCAR SERIES and the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship, complementing the entertainment lineup.

Lupe Fiasco will be performing a selection of his hits and showcasing his lyrical skill as a prelude to his upcoming Food & Liquor 20th Anniversary Tour, which launches in May. The tour is set to begin on May 14 in Sacramento, California, and will continue along the California coast. Additionally, he is scheduled for consecutive shows on June 10 and 11 in New York City and Chicago, respectively.

This concert at the Acura Grand Prix represents an exciting opportunity for fans to enjoy both world-class racing and a memorable live music experience from one of hip-hop’s respected artists.