Key facts
- Black Crowes singer Chris Robinson was booed by fans in Tampa, Florida.
- Robinson appeared to mock a 'USA' chant, responding with "Thanks for the geography lesson."
- Some concertgoers left the show before it ended.
- Robinson stated, "For those of you f---ing booing us, some of us are not afraid."
- Similar comments about the 'U-S-A' chant reportedly led to fans walking out of a concert in Perth, Australia.
During a Black Crowes concert in Tampa, Florida, lead singer Chris Robinson was booed after he appeared to mock a 'USA' chant that arose when the band's mascot, dressed as Uncle Sam, was shown on screen. Robinson responded to the chants with "Thanks for the geography lesson" and "I don't know what you have to be so proud of right now." This drew boos and caused some concertgoers to leave. Robinson later stated, "For those of you f---ing booing us, some of us are not afraid. And we most assuredly are not f---ing ignorant." Reports indicate a similar incident occurred in Perth, Australia, where fans reportedly walked out after Robinson mocked the chant. Online reactions were mixed, with some criticizing the band for alienating fans and others defending Robinson's rebellious rock and roll attitude.