Rock in Rio Day One Star Faces Controversy Over Fan Deaths

Trapper Travis Scott will headline the opening night of Rock in Rio 2024 this Friday (13/09). He will take to the Mundo Stage after performances by Ludmilla, Matuê and 21 Savage.

At 33, the American is considered the greatest representative of today’s trap music, having collaborated with renowned stars such as Drake and Rihanna. Find out more about him!

Jacques Bermon Webster II, the famous Travis Scott, was born on April 30, 1991 in Houston, Texas.

Scott began his musical journey at a young age, exploring music production and later venturing into creating his own music.

His musical career began in the 2010s, attracting attention with his unique style, which mixes elements of rap, trap and psychedelia.

His first notable project was the mixtape “Owl Pharaoh” (2013), but it was with the album “Rodeo” (2015) that he established himself as one of the most innovative figures of the genre, especially with the success of songs like “Antidote”.

Over the years, Travis Scott has signed with Epic Records and released more successful albums, such as “Birds in the Trap Sing McKnight” (2016) and “Astroworld” (2018).

His music is characterized by heavy rhythms, dark atmospheres and lyrics that talk about success, excess and personal struggle.

The album “Astroworld” (2018) was a watershed in his career, both in terms of critical acclaim and commercial success.

With hits like “Sicko Mode,” “Astroworld” debuted at the top of the charts and became a staple in trap music.

The album’s name refers to a Houston amusement park that marked Travis’ childhood, reinforcing the artist’s strong connection with his roots.

In addition to his music, Travis Scott is known for his intense, high-energy live performances, often compared to rock concerts for their chaotic and immersive nature.

However, this style of performance has also brought controversy. The show he organized in Houston during the Astroworld festival, in November 2021, was marred by tragedy.

Ten people died and hundreds were injured in a riot in the audience. To this day, the singer faces severe criticism for his handling of the event and is still dealing with legal proceedings arising from the incident.

More controversy occurred recently, in 2024, when the trapper was arrested twice: once in Miami, for trespassing on private property while intoxicated; and the other in Paris, after arguing with the security guard of the hotel where he was staying.

Outside of music, Travis has a highly publicized personal life, mostly thanks to his relationship with influencer Kylie Jenner, with whom he has two children, Stormi and Aire.

The couple went through ups and downs from 2017 to 2023, and the end of the relationship was widely publicized by the world press.

He is also known for his involvement in the fashion world, collaborating with brands such as Nike and Dior, creating limited-edition sneakers and clothing that quickly became sought-after items among his fans.

The artist also boasts a luxury car collection worth approximately 13 million dollars (R$73.6 million in current conversion), which includes models such as Lamborghini, Ferrari, Mercedes and Bugatti.

Scott has over 57 million followers on Instagram and has a loyal fan base in various parts of the world, including Brazil, where he has a large number of admirers.

In recent years, Travis has also expanded his influence in the business world, including successful partnerships such as his collaboration with fast food chain McDonald’s, which spawned a line of customized products and further increased his popularity.