Cardi B Steps In at Global Citizen Festival as The Weeknd Withdraws
## Cardi B Joins the Global Citizen Festival Lineup
### Exciting Announcement for Fans
Cardi B is set to perform at the upcoming Global Citizen Festival on September 27, bringing her energy back to New York City’s Central Park. This addition comes after the Weeknd announced he would be stepping down due to personal reasons. The festival organizers expressed their understanding and support during this transition.
### Cardi B’s Statement
In her statement, Cardi B expressed her excitement about performing in her hometown. “Central Park, I’m coming for you! I can’t wait to be home in New York and to bring my new songs and all the DRAMA to the Global Citizen Festival,” she said. She emphasized the importance of the festival, which focuses on uniting to address global issues affecting children.
### New Album and Upcoming Tour
This announcement arrives shortly after Cardi B released her latest album, *Am I the Drama?* Her first headlining arena tour, titled the “Little Miss Drama Tour,” is set to kick off on February 11 in Palm Desert, California, at Acrisure Arena.
### Support from Global Citizen
Hugh Evans, co-founder and CEO of Global Citizen, expressed gratitude for Cardi B’s involvement. He noted, “We are incredibly grateful to Cardi B, who has joined the Global Citizen Festival lineup. She’s an outstanding performer, who will light up Central Park in spectacular fashion.” Evans also conveyed well wishes to the Weeknd and his fans.
### Festival Highlights
This year’s event features a lineup including Shakira, Tyla, Mariah the Scientist, and Ayra Starr, with Hugh Jackman returning as host. The festival aims to increase access to energy for one million people in Africa and ensure that 30,000 children can benefit from quality education and football through collaboration with FIFA.
### How to Get Tickets
Fans can earn free tickets by volunteering to help end poverty through Global Citizen’s app, while tickets are also available for purchase. For those affected by the lineup change, Ticketmaster will provide instructions for obtaining refunds.
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