The Prudential Center in Newark, NJ, had an electric vibe on Sunday night, April 6, 2025, as the Queen of Hip-Hop Soul, Mary J. Blige, brought her “For My Fans Tour” to town.
The proliferation of women in boots was the tip-off that it was an MJB night. Clearly honoring Mary, the super fans rocked boots from the calf to the thigh, from black to fire engine red. These fans were ready for a night with the Queen.
There would be a wait before Mary touched the stage as Mario and Ne-Yo performed first. Mario, with songs like “Let Me Love You,” started the night off with a groove vibe. Ne-Yo, known for rocking a hat, did not disappoint. Ne-Yo kept the groove going with songs like “Miss Independent,” infusing the Prudential Center with the feeling of empowerment…