Dangerous World Tour
The Dangerous World Tour was the second world concert tour by American singer Michael Jackson, launched in June 1992 in Munich, Germany, and concluding in November 1993 in Mexico City, Mexico, playing 69 concerts in Europe, Asia and Latin America. The tour was sponsored by Pepsi and supported his eighth studio album Dangerous, released in November 1991.
The tour was a massive success, grossing over $100 million in ticket sales and being attended by over 3.5 million people. It was also notable for its elaborate stage production, which included pyrotechnics, lasers, and a massive video screen.
The setlist for the tour featured a mix of Jackson's solo hits, including "Black or White", "Remember the Time", "Can't Let Her Get Away", and "Will You Be There", as well as some of his iconic songs with the Jackson 5, such as "I Just Can't Stop Loving You" and "Human Nature".
The tour was also marked by some controversy, including reports of Jackson's increasingly reclusive behavior and rumors of his treatment of his dancers. Despite these issues, the tour remains one of the most successful and iconic concert tours of all time.
Some notable dates from the tour include:
- The first concert in Munich, Germany on June 27, 1992, which was attended by over 45,000 people.
- The performance at Wembley Stadium in London on July 16, 1992, which was attended by over 72,000 people.
- The two concerts at the Tokyo Dome in Japan on January 29-30, 1993, which were attended by over 100,000 people.
Overall, the Dangerous World Tour was a testament to Jackson's enduring popularity and his ability to deliver a high-energy live show that continues to thrill fans to this day.