New Orleans, Louisiana Oct 17, 2025 (Issuewire.com) - Rising from the heart of New Orleans, rap powerhouse Rob49 is taking flight. Following the success of his explosive new album Let Me Fly, the 26-year-old artist today announced his first-ever solo headlining tour, the “Let Me Fly Tour”, kicking off October 28, 2025, in Fort Lauderdale, FL.
The 17-city run will see Rob49 bring his signature intensity, chart-topping hits, and electric stage presence to major venues across the United States and Canada before wrapping up November 25 in Houston, TX.
“This tour is for the fans who’ve been rocking with me since day one,” Rob49 said in a statement. “It’s been a wild year, and now it’s my turn to bring the party to every city.”
Tickets go on sale Thursday, July 25, at LiveNation, Ticketmaster, and Rob49Official.com.
THE “LET ME FLY TOUR” — A NEW ERA FOR ROB49
The Let Me Fly Tour marks a defining moment in Rob49’s meteoric rise — his first solo tour following a series of high-profile runs supporting Lil Baby on the “WHAM World Tour” and co-headlining the “Vultures Eat The Most Tour” with Skilla Baby. This time, all eyes are on him.
The tour takes its name from his latest full-length project, Let Me Fly, released in May 2025. The album boasts 22 tracks showcasing Rob’s signature sound — a commanding blend of street realism, southern bravado, and unapologetic ambition. Collaborations with Lil Wayne, Cardi B, and Sexyy Red have further cemented Rob’s position as one of rap’s most dynamic new voices.
The album’s viral single “WTHELLY” became an instant cultural moment, topping TikTok’s Top 50 Music Chart and generating over 5 million fan videos and 10 million global streams in less than a month. Celebrities from Madonna and Viola Davis to Cardi B, Angel Reese, and Justin Bieber joined in on the viral “What the Helly” trend, turning the song into one of 2025’s biggest internet sensations.
“I knew it was going up because it made me feel good,” Rob49 told The FADER earlier this year. “I told myself, ‘They just don’t want to let me fly.’ So now we just letting the music fly, back to back, to the point that no one can deny it.”
“LET ME FLY TOUR” DATES
October 28 – Fort Lauderdale, FL @ Revolution
October 30 – Orlando, FL @ The Beacham
October 31 – Atlanta, GA @ The Loft
November 4 – Washington, DC @ Union Stage
November 5 – New York, NY @ Racket NYC
November 7 – Toronto, ON @ The Opera House
November 8 – Cleveland, OH @ Roxy’s @ Mahall’s
November 9 – Columbus, OH @ The Forum
November 12 – Detroit, MI @ El Club
November 13 – Chicago, IL @ Outset
November 14 – Minneapolis, MN @ Fine Line
November 16 – Denver, CO @ Cervantes’ Other Side
November 19 – West Hollywood, CA @ The Roxy Theatre
November 20 – Mesa, AZ @ The Nile Theater
November 22 – San Antonio, TX @ Stable Hall
November 23 – Dallas, TX @ The Studio at The Factory
November 25 – Houston, TX @ White Oak Music Hall – Downstairs
FROM NEW ORLEANS TO NATIONAL STAGES
With charisma as unshakable as his New Orleans roots, Rob49 has rapidly evolved from a local phenomenon into a national force. His sound — gritty yet infectious — reflects the city’s deep musical heritage, drawing inspiration from the early Hot Boys, Soulja Slim, and Cash Money’s golden era.
Since his breakout in 2020 with Vulture Island, Rob49 has proven himself one of the South’s most compelling storytellers. His verses capture both the hustle and the hope of New Orleans, delivered with a booming voice that commands attention. His debut mixtapes — 4our the World, Vulture, and Krazy Man — established him as a hometown hero, while collaborations with Lil Baby (“Vulture Island 2”), Cardi B (“On Dat Money”), and Lil Wayne (“Wassam Baby”) made him a national name.
The artist’s journey from neighborhood survivor to rap star mirrors his city’s resilience. Raised between New Orleans’ 4th and 9th Wards, Rob49 turned hardship into fuel for his art. “I was 12 years old with bullets flying by my head,” he recalls. “I really put my life into the songs.”
MORE THAN MUSIC: A COMMUNITY FORCE
Beyond the charts, Rob49 has become a powerful voice for his community. He’s organized bail relief initiatives for nonviolent fathers, hosted holiday giveaways for kids, and created the annual “Vulture Island” concert — a hometown celebration spotlighting local talent.
Earlier this year, he opened The Nest NOLA, a restaurant and lounge on Magazine Street that he hopes will become a landmark cultural hub. “New Orleans never had nothing like that — this is like when Birdman was on fire,” he says. “I just want to turn it into a staple for my city.”
LET ME FLY: AN ALBUM AND A MISSION
Let Me Fly is more than an album title — it’s Rob49’s declaration of independence. Across its 22 songs, he switches effortlessly between reflective storytelling and stadium-ready energy. Tracks like “Honest” and “Hear Me Momma” dive deep into personal history, while “Pack Flipper” and “So Sexyy” (featuring Sexyy Red) keep the swagger dialed up.
“Every record on Let Me Fly came from a real place,” Rob49 says. “It’s me saying, no matter what happens, I’m going up. Nobody can stop that.”
With his Let Me Fly Tour, Rob49 aims to take that energy directly to the fans who helped propel him to the forefront of hip-hop’s new generation. From intimate venues to packed theaters, each night promises to be an unforgettable experience — a celebration of music, resilience, and flight.
MORE ABOUT ROB49
Rob49 (born Robert Thomas) is a rapper and entrepreneur from New Orleans, Louisiana. Known for his raw storytelling and commanding delivery, Rob rose to prominence in 2020 with the Vulture Island series, followed by breakout collaborations with Lil Baby, Cardi B, Lil Wayne, and Travis Scott. In 2023, he was named an XXL Freshman, representing the next wave of Southern rap stars.
Signed to Geffen Records, Rob continues to merge mainstream appeal with authentic street narratives, blending classic New Orleans grit with modern flair. His latest project, Let Me Fly, debuted in 2025 to critical acclaim, propelled by the viral success of his single “WTHELLY.”
Outside music, Rob is deeply involved in community initiatives, focusing on youth empowerment, justice reform, and entrepreneurship. Through his annual Vulture Island Festival and The Nest NOLA, Rob49 is redefining what it means to give back to his city.
TICKETS & MORE INFORMATION
Tickets for the Let Me Fly Tour are available starting July 25, 2025 at:
- LiveNation
- Ticketmaster
- Rob49Official.com
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