Jay-Z at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium: Key timings, tickets and setlist details
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Jay-Z is coming to London to perform two headline shows at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium this weekend, marking his first solo appearance in the UK in over a decade.
This weekend the rapper will continue his Jay-Z 30 tour, which celebrates the 30th anniversary of his debut album, Reasonable Doubt and the 25th anniversary of his sixth album, The Blueprint.
The London shows are the only UK stop on Jay-Z's tour following a record-breaking three-night run at New York’s Yankee Stadium.
The 56-year-old’s last solo performance in the UK was on the Magna Carter World Tour in October 2013.
He last performed in the UK in 2018, when he joined his wife for their On The Run II Tour.
Whilst Jay-Z, real name Shawn Carter, is yet to announce if there will be any special guest acts joining him, his New York shows at the Yankee Stadium have featured a wide range of stars, from Rihanna to Usher to his wife Beyonce.
Here’s what we know so far and what you need to be aware of ahead of the rap legend’s next scheduled stop in the capital.
When is Jay-Z performing in London?
The legendary rapper, who has sold more than 125 million records, is performing at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium (N17) on the following two dates.
What time do doors open at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium?
Gates for general admission will open at 5pm, though stage times will be confirmed closer to the show.
Who could be joining Jay-Z on stage?
No official support has been announced for either show.
However, fans can expect an impressive set of guest acts if Jay-Z’s New York residency is anything to go by.
Nas, Alicia Keys, Eminem, Pharrell Williams, Teyana Taylor, Usher and Rihanna were just some of the stars that came out to join the legendary rapper on stage in July, whilst wife Beyonce and daughter Blue Ivy Carter also made an appearance.
Rihanna is set to join the rapper across the pond, according to The Sun, whilst Beyonce, who is celebrating her 45th birthday on Friday, 4 September, could also hit the stage.
“Jay-Z and Beyonce love London so this will be a special night,” a source said.
“Beyonce will truly have a birthday to remember and the fans will be delighted to see her.”
What will the setlist be?
While the official setlist won’t be revealed until the show itself plays out, here is what the rapper performed during his last show in New York, according to Setlist.fm.
- Can't Knock the Hustle(with Teyana Taylor)
- Money Ain't a Thang (with Jermaine Dupri)
- Seen It All (with Jeezy)
- Heart of the City (Ain't No Love) (with Usher) (with elements of "Ready Or Not")
- Throwback / Part II (with Usher)
- Izzo (H.O.V.A.)
- No Church in the Wild (with The‐Dream)
- Clique (Kanye West, Jay-Z & Big Sean cover)
- Run This Town (with Rihanna)
- Bitch Better Have My Money (with Rihanna)
- Girls, Girls, Girls / '03 Bonnie & Clyde
- 99 Problems
- Ruff Ryder's Anthem / Welcome to the Jungle / So Appalled (with Swizz Beatz)
- Jigga My N**** (with Swizz Beatz)
- On to the Next One (with Swizz Beatz)
- Ain't No Woman (Four Tops song)
- Excuse Me Miss (with Pharrell Williams)
- La La La (with Pharrell Williams)
- I Just Wanna Love U (Give It 2 Me) (with Pharrell Williams)
- Grindin' (with Clipse & Pharrell Williams)
- Drunk in Love (with Beyoncé)
- N****s in Paris / Big Pimpin'
- Theme From New York, New York (John Kander song) (Frank Sinatra version)
- New York (Ja Rule cover) (with Fat Joe) (+ Jadakiss)
How to get tickets?
The Friday show is sold out; however, there are still tickets available for Saturday’s performance.
Alternatively, you can purchase tickets using resale websites such as StubHub and Viagogo. However, fans should note that ticket conditions often prohibit resale after initial purchase, meaning tickets could end up as void.
How can I travel to and from the stadium?
Here are the four stations that are located close to Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.
- White Hart Lane (Weaver Line, Overground) - seven-minute walk to the stadium.
- Northumberland Park (Greater Anglia trains, National Rail) - 10 minute walk to the stadium.
- Tottenham Hale (Victoria Line, Underground and Greater Anglia trains, National Rail) - 30 minute walk to the stadium.
- Seven Sisters (Victoria Line, Underground and Greater Anglia trains, National Rail) - 31 minute walk to the stadium.
Local routes like the 149, 259, 279, and 349 also service the area, though travel could potentially be thwarted if there are any road closures, which often occur on major event days.
Driving is strongly discouraged, as roads surrounding the stadium are generally closed before, during and immediately after an event.
What will the weather be like?
Concert goers can expect mostly dry conditions on Friday and Saturday with highs of 25C, however the odd light shower is possible.
Where to purchase merchandise?
As well as merch being sold at the stadium, fans will also be able to buy specially branded items at an immersive installation in London’s Trafalgar Square.
From September 1-5, the installation will feature televisions from the era screening music videos, performances and period programming, transporting audiences back to 2001 and the cultural moment surrounding The Blueprint.
There will also be a selection of merchandise on offer.