Lola Young Abruptly Falls Ill Onstage at All Things Go Festival in NYC

Lola Young Collapses Onstage at All Things Go in New York City New York, NY - Lola Young, the 24-year-old south London singer-songwriter, collapsed mid-song Saturday evening (Sept. 27) during her performance at Forest Hills Stadium in Queens as part of the All Things Go music festival. Young's band members rushed to her aid and carried her offstage after she fell backwards while performing "Conceited," a single from her latest album "Im Only Fing Myself." Witnesses described the scene as chaotic, with fans expressing concern for Young's well-being. "It was like time stood still," said Emily Chen, who attended the festival. "We were all worried about Lola." The incident occurred just a day after Young's team canceled her Friday night gig due to a sensitive matter, which has not been disclosed by the artist or her representatives. Young gave a strong vocal performance earlier in the set, powering through four songs from her new album, including "Spiders," "F Everyone," "Dealer," and "Walk All Over You." However, she appeared flushed and emotional during her performance, pausing to communicate with her keyboardist midway through "Conceited." The collapse has sparked concerns about Young's mental health and well-being. "As an artist, you put yourself out there for your fans, but sometimes that can take a toll," said Dr. Rachel Kim, a music industry psychologist. "It's essential for artists to prioritize their mental health and seek help when needed." Young's team has not commented on the incident or her current condition. The All Things Go festival organizers released a statement expressing concern for Young's well-being and thanking fans for their understanding. The collapse raises questions about the pressures of the music industry, where artists often push themselves to perform at high levels while managing personal struggles. "It's a tough business," said music critic and journalist, David Renshaw. "Artists are expected to be on top of their game all the time, but sometimes that can take a toll on their mental health." Young's fans have taken to social media to express concern for her well-being, using hashtags GetWellLola and SupportLola. As of now, Young's condition is unknown, and her team has not announced any further updates. The music industry will be watching closely as the situation unfolds. In related news, Young was seen attending the 2025 MTV Video Music Awards at UBS Arena in Elmont, New York on September 7, where she performed alongside other notable artists. *Reporting by Billboard.*