But by 9.30 PM, when Hill took to the stage, the United Center was packed with fans eager to catch the reunion show. The Chicago crowd seemed to have preempted this as the parking lots were remarkably empty an hour after the doors opened. If you follow Lauryn Hill, you’ll be aware she’s not known for her punctuality when it comes to taking to the stage.
Chicago fans must have been nervous, but luck was on their side as the show went ahead as planned, albeit just a tad later than it was slated for. Lauryn Hill was ordered by doctors to “rest my voice to prevent any more serious strain or damage to my vocal cords,” resulting in the Philly show being postponed. It has nicely coincided with the 25th anniversary of The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill.Įarlier in the week, Ms. It was looking like the reunion might never happen, but alas the dates were rescheduled. The dates were postponed and eventually canceled, with Covid-19 being cited as the cause. This tour was initially scheduled for 2021 to mark the 25th anniversary of The Score. Lauryn Hill reunited with Pras and Wyclef Jean to bring the Fugees to the big stage at Chicago’s United Center.