Usher says performances are the “only thing that’s truly connected to an audience” while at Billboard Live Music Summit 2025. | Billboard

@usher opens up about the importance of live performances for an artist, him impact on the game and more during his panel as the Legend of Live at Billboard’s 2025 Live Music Summit. 🎤 | Billboard

Rauw Alejandro signs his Billboard ‘The Touring Issue’ cover at Billboard Live Music Summit 👏 | Billboard

Usher Raymond talks about his career and longevity in touring during his Legend of Live panel at Billboard Live Music Summit in Los Angeles 👏 | Billboard

“What I am is a storyteller.” At the Billboard Live Music Summit, Usher reflected on nearly three decades of performing — from his Las Vegas residencies to his record-breaking Past Present Future Tour. In conversation with Billboard’s Gail Mitchell, he opened up about honoring his younger self, the power of vision, and the timeless value of R&B. 🎥 Watch the full conversation at the link in bio. | Billboard

Usher took the stage at the Billboard Live Music Summit and reflected on his 28-year touring journey, from his iconic Las Vegas residencies to his record-breaking Past Present Future Tour. 🕺 In conversation with Billboard’s Gail Mitchell, the R&B legend opened up about staying true to his younger self and the vision he set early on: “I made my life look this way.” The tour, which grossed $183.9 million across 83 dates, marks the biggest of his career, proving there’s still real value in R&B. Af