Madonna‘s ‘Madame X World Tour’ has been plagued by a number of problems, including late starts, postponements, and cancelations.
And the latter continued this week when Madge’s show in Miami was axed on the same day.
At the time, no explanation was given; a fact which only riled fans the more.
However, in a new open letter, the Pop queen opened up about what’s happening with her health. And it has many wondering whether the tour can actually continue.
Her words below…
Via Madonna:
“I was in tears from the pain of my injuries,
Which has been indescribable for the past few days
With every song I sang, I said a prayer that I would make it to the next and get thru the show.
My prayers were answered,
And I made it.
I consider myself a warrior
I never quit, I never give in, I never give up!! However this time I have to listen to my body
And accept that my pain is a warning
I want to say how deeply sorry I am to all my fans. For having to cancel my last show
I spent the last two days with doctors
Scans, ultra sounds, Xrays
Poking and probing and more tears.
They have made it very clear to me that if l’am to continue my tour— I must rest for as long as possible so that I don’t inflict further and Irreversible damage to my body. I have never let an injury stop me from performing but this time i have to accept that there is no shame in being human and having to press the pause button………….. I thank you all for your understanding, love and support. As the Words to Batuka go……….. It’s a Long Road……….Lord Have Mercy??. Things have got to change.
And they will because
MADAME ❌. is a fighter!! Happy Holidays to Everyone ♥️?”
As it stands, there are 20 days before the trek’s international leg kicks off. But with the 61 year old citing the need to “pause” and rest for “as long as possible,” will that be enough?
For us, her words, while detailed, appear to skew purposefully vague to possibly accommodate a lengthier break from the road. Or pulling the plug altogether.
Whatever the case, health comes first. We wish her speedy recovery.