Charli XCX describes touring as emotionally and physically taxing.
The 34-year-old artist recently outlined the UK and European dates for her Music, Fashion, Film tour but has drawn criticism for limiting the 2027 run to just six arena shows in Dublin, Glasgow, Manchester, London, Amsterdam and Paris. In response to the backlash, she acknowledged the fans’ frustration and disappointment, yet she asserted she cannot extend the schedule.
In a post shared on Instagram, she explained that while many comments express discontent at the limited number of dates, she must stay true to herself as a performer: touring takes a real emotional and physical toll on her.
She made clear she isn’t seeking sympathy and has enormous respect for artists who can cope with a demanding, extended, high-energy routine, but she does not consider herself one of those people, and never has been.
The artist behind 365 noted that she had opted for a shorter run on her current North American tour for the same reasons, and she vowed to do her best to enjoy each show.
She added: she was sorry if fans felt let down, but perhaps someday she would be suited to the type of touring that is expected of her, though that is not the case at the moment.
If you are attending a show, she hopes you have a great time and that you enjoy it, and she will strive to stay healthy and maintain a positive mindset while sharing in the experience as well.
In June, Charli admitted she had been struggling with her mental health and had begun stepping back from social media because the attention had become overwhelming.
She told Rolling Stone that the online discourse was loud and could be very overwhelming.
She noted that she has been spending more time offline, not checking as much, because it is better for her brain.
She acknowledged that some people might doubt her statements since, historically, she has been a very online artist.
However, she confessed that lately her mental health had deteriorated to the point where, to be honest, she was in the worst place mentally she had ever experienced.
