Maggie Rogers disrespected by crowd in Austin TX before performing “Alaska”, almost walks off

Maggie Rogers gives a heartfelt speech prior to performing her hit song “Alaska” and thanks the crowd for her success. During the monologue at the Moody Theater in Austin TX, she gets disrespected by a few from the crowd to the point where it nearly becomes too uncomfortable to continue.

[@itsmichaelb]

some of y'all in the comments really need to grow up. she handled that with grace, dignity, and a lot more class than some of you would ever on a stage. we love you maggie.

[@samsam2235]

"Shut the fukc up!" Yeah, so much grace and dignity.

[@Captain_Olimar]

@@samsam2235 shaming her for standing up for herself and having self-respect? You’re garbage

[@justinh6509]

@@samsam2235 I think you need to take Maggie's advice and SHUT THE FUCK UP.

[@fostersstubbyasmr9557]

@@samsam2235 you wanna throw hands? Let’s throw hand s

[@samsam2235]

@@fostersstubbyasmr9557 So, you're full of grace and dignity, too. Amazing.

[@tad3900]

A very real raw moment. She took something ugly and made it beautiful. She took a selfish careless comment and elevated the moment for those who have eyes to see and ears to hear. Bravo.

[@marquettegloves9907]

But what if you only have ears to see, and eyes to hear? Bravo.

[@user-rq2mc2di4o]

I think she acted alright. It’s not about “don’t take yourself so seriously”(like some people are saying in the comments), she was disrespected once, she tried to move on (even said she was uncomfortable) and was going to sing something emotional. Maggie was ready to move on with the music. But people keep on talking about her body and her looks and everybody was talking at the same time when all she wanted was to show her music. Maggie was probably overwhelmed and uncomfortable at that point, I would to. Having a crow of people looking at you, screaming at you and watching your every move, while you feel disrespected, that’s probably not easy. Just try to put yourself in other’s people shoes sometimes. We’re all human

[@thomaspaine5442]

You're obviously not an entertainer...and neither is Maggie.

[@kylerohan3841]

@@thomaspaine5442 stfu and maybe have some empathy

[@justinh6509]

@@thomaspaine5442 Not an entertainer? Two albums, a full year of touring, including shows at lollapalooza and Coachella where she did a phenomenal job and she's not an entertainer? You're an idiot.

[@fostersstubbyasmr9557]

@@thomaspaine5442 are you? Clearly not you child ur just a silly lil misogynist aren’t you

[@frowniebrown86]

@@thomaspaine5442 and who exactly are you? Never heard of you. Weird

[@anthonyterrazzano4525]

This is why Maggie is an amazing soul. and thats all that needs to be said.

[@thomaspaine5442]

THIS is why? Hmm. Go figure, you'd think an artist would like to be known for their music. Oh well.

[@anthonyterrazzano4525]

@@thomaspaine5442 I said amazing soul lol if i was talking about her music i would've said musician.

[@thomaspaine5442]

@@anthonyterrazzano4525 Oh, ok good. Glad we can agree that her music is irrelevant.

[@pipyon81]

Typical assholes from Texas. Checks

[@bo_jelin]

@@thomaspaine5442 what are you so petty for lol

[@dannyyspencerr]

i really like how she handled it... she basically said without saying "this is my stage and you are not special enough to take away this beautiful moment from me and the majority of ppl that came to see me tonight. i'm here because of them :)" it's a big fuck you to that guy and i like it :)

[@laurenj432]

This brings back memories of middle school. But in all seriousness, she doesn’t deserve that disrespect.

[@marcdominguez7541]

From one Texan to Maggie. I apologize that you had to deal with some drunk idiots. You handled it so well.

[@kf9926]

Get sober

[@MitraKesava]

She crushed it, as someone who works a craft in front of people on a nightly basis that shit was mad disrespectful and she handled that with such grace.

[@tomd1434]

Grace? She told them to stfu. Do you know the definition of grace?

[@BlackParade01]

@@tomd1434 and she had to right to tell them that

[@tomd1434]

@@BlackParade01 She did. I never said she didn’t.

[@isoniem]

@@tomd1434 u can't tell someone to be quiet or that they're wrong gracefully? I'd say that was the most graceful, mature, wise, and elegant way anyone has essentially said "stfu" ever lol. Was she supposed to just ignore it? It's not disgraceful to shut down disrespect, it's disgraceful to be so needlessly disrespectful. She didn't even humiliate them when she could have, therefore treating them with respect when they didn't deserve it. Talk about grace

[@kf9926]

Are you a stripper?

[@cuz3411]

The moment when she spoked like a ruler of a kingdom everybody realized they fvcked up 🤣 that silence is so satisfying.

[@dana102083]

I read this when it happened and agree. Good comment. People need to smarten up!

[@richardsanders7566]

Shame on you Austin. She is the heart of your generation. Treasure her.

[@dolphmanity]

Austin is a shithole city

[@nick92zim]

yes im from here and very much agree

[@TruthOverFeelings745]

Austin does suck, and this is coming from a Texan. It’s a bunch of liberal misfits and assholes. What makes Texas great is the small the medium cities. That’s where you will find great, hard working people.

[@b3564]

this was all over the news in UK- she is adored/revered over here! it's a shame when an idiot turns up

[@michaelcarruth2459]

She is literally one of my favorite artists, she deserves the whole world

[@TS-jd9qs]

Lol what

[@scerpalman]

Er... no it wasn't, at all, didn't see it on a single news channel (or news feed for that matter).

[@hi2978]

@@scerpalman I saw that

[@lexingtonconcord8751]

What an absolute angel. Her response to that ignorant disrespect (after she initially cursed) was profound and beautiful.

[@LanceDiazzz]

As someone from Austin, I’m ashamed that they did this

[@josephbatzel7664]

We are in a state in this country of disrespect and a lack of civility. When we behave in this manner, it shows ignorance and a lack of responsibility to what we say and who we say it. If we want to show other countries how crass and disrespectful we can be to our people, then keep behaving this way, and you will succeed. I have been in this young woman's place as a professional singer in a band and a stand-up comedian performing in similar venues. She was overwhelmed by the outburst and was not prepared for a come back from this audience. Unless you have been there and done that your comments have no merit or credibility. More civility less disrespect! Creative Arts college faculty

[@sustainablysiera]

Yep

[@DanielMazz]

Mama Luigi what did they say before she said I fill uncomfortable

[@thomaspaine5442]

Seriously. When a new artist takes the stage and tells her audience to "Shut the fuck up," I'd certainly have to agree with you. If you're a Creative Arts teacher, you should teach your students professionalism. In baseball they call this "rabbit ears." Give your little speech, sing your song and ignore the catcalls. What she does here is not brave or "woke," it's bush league.

[@tomd1434]

So you think that in the past athletes and entertainers in this country were treated with kid gloves. Ask Jackie Robinson if he were here. Unfortunately crowds are full of morons. Nothing new. Has nothing to do with the “state in this country.”

[@cdub4693]

Creative Arts College Faculty, that tells me everything 🤮😂

[@marianacordeiro5134]

She embodies grace and calm and I'm so glad I saw this. Even bigger fan of her now. That's how you turn an uncomfortable/disrespectful situation into an inspirational/exemplar one.

[@HD-gn7xr]

At 2:40 I was convinced that when she finished taking she was gonna raise that guy up with her witch magic and snap him in half 😂 love you Maggie

[@inuttinyourmilk4642]

Lmaoo Wandavision vibes

[@robertberger5639]

i just heard of Maggie a week ago. She's a great talent. And she's a class act.

[@Jwizz2000]

There is always a clown in the crowd that goes to far

[@thomaspaine5442]

And in this case that clown was a woman.

[@ryderstine8773]

@@thomaspaine5442 shut up fucking idiot

[@tylerfoust487]

She should’ve walked. Such a stain on Texas crowds. Houston might talk during the set but never have I seen this happen. And if it did at a Houston venue, you’d be kicked the fuck out immediately. She’s a fucking pro and a saint

[@markhedges1194]

You tell 'em Maggie! All power to your music, I'm with you 100%!

[@nancyowens9076]

That was disrespectful of those people! So sorry you had to go through that!!

[@leafnlore2712]

Humble and genuine and we love you

[@Jgarseeya25]

A handful of Aholes ruined the good Austin, TX name. They were probably not from Austin because that does not accurately represent the community I live in. Smart, thoughtful, talented people who love music and artists and would never say douchey things like what I heard here. That's the thing about Austin is that it brings so many people from all over the place that want to come live here. Sorry this happened in this awesome city that I love and call home.

[@dietcokehead350]

The fuck it doesn't. I was harassed and insulted in Austin more than anywhere else I've ever been in my entire life.

[@tomd1434]

Hate to break it too you but lousy folks are everywhere including Austin.

[@TruthOverFeelings745]

“Austin” and “awesome city” should never be uttered in the same context.

[@doodooswaggy3825]

Your city is a shithole.

[@30daymissionman]

She handled that brilliantly

[@maddeusdoggeus1]

She Rocks! Plain and Simple👍 She handled those jackasses as well as can be expected. Good for her👏

[@daxie2610]

She nailed it. Maggie is PURE !!!

[@thensaidJacob]

Wow! That was such a beautiful response.

[@dereknolin5986]

I really wanted to hear her performance after that speech! I don't suppose anyone has a link to another video clip?

[@alanfurlong-drummer4419]

Maggie is an empath and her music is an extension of her …. Pure soul. Pity such toxic people attempted to get at her. God bless Maggie.

[@cinephile1712]

Damn. I just had such a visceral response to that. Big ups to her for staying and continuing to talk to the crowd before performing. Sure, audiences have done worse - much worse, in some cases - but that wasn’t cool. She handled it gracefully, respectfully, and with a measure I know I’m too hot headed to maintain in that kind of situation. I hope her words reached as many of the audience members as they needed to - and perhaps the viewers watching it happen afterwards.

[@billhillyer334]

When passionate the right to tell enyone eny thing is brought on by the power of the confidence one carries when achievements are of the soul very beautiful soul

[@thomaskuhn5310]

You have an amazing spirit. I am glad you didn't let them get the better of you. You have great inner strength.

[@thomaspaine5442]

They absolutely DID get the better of her. She was literally rendered incapable of performing her music.

[@nestorperez6867]

CLASS ACT!

[@that_lucie_girl5415]

I love how she handled that

[@javamurniadi6520]

Let me time stamp the disrespect 0:52, 2:02

[@chasebethersonton5169]

What did that first guy yell?

[@louisg3598]

it never ceases to amaze me how people pay good money at events and destroy the experience for themselves and everyone around them. why are you even there if you are going to talk through the entire show?

[@violetdavis9815]

GO MAGGIE!! SHE GOT HER RESPECT BACK!!! YOU GO GIRL!! WE LOVE YOU MAGGIE!! YOUR MUSIC IS SOO DIFFERENT SOO BEAUTIFUL!!! AND AMAZING INCREDIBLE VOICE YOU HAVE!!! STAY BEAUTIFUL STAY TRUE TO YOURSELF !!

[@anonimushbosh]

That took balls but she held her ground and even re-composed herself for the next song. Nicely done.

[@noel9716]

Take care and God bless ya ❤️🙏😘

[@Blahlalovely]

😢

[@WinarveMC]

Holy fuck. She handled it so amazingly, but for this to have happened in what is supposed to be a safe space and extremely accepting environment of every kind of human to exist, is baffling to me. I hope people surrounding the specific guy(s) who said those comments told them off and made them feel deeply ashamed for the words they said. Love you so much Mags, truly wish this hadn't happened. The way you handled it shows that you aren't one to fuck around with, and you're a bad bitch.

[@AdamWasHere]

And to think she had to play this venue again tonight..as I write this, she’s nearing the end of Round 2. Hopefully it goes better with tonight’s crowd.

[@sheilao2127]

Good for her so well spoken

[@scottishzombie]

You stay classy, Texas.

[@ladasue]

Read the comments here and tell me again that this is a Texas problem.

[@actionjackson666]

ladasue show was in Austin

[@Drizzle600]

@Jeff Van Benschoten 🤦🏼‍♂️

[@mav7804]

It was a liberal woman who yelled it. Texas is classy but not the crazy feminists.

[@lucuix9901]

Says the dude making an assumption that Texas has anything to do with a random dude at one of the most traveled to musical event around the world.

[@ferdousrauf6098]

It only makes us love you more ❤️

[@mdamon7031]

bring back the chicken wire stages

[@kstiz9649]

Janis Joplin is laughing and staring down like you go babe!

[@galwaygirl8131]

What does the man say?

[@Josh.AdamOfficial]

Where’s forest when you need him

[@fostersstubbyasmr9557]

She’s pure ain’t she

[@carlee7903]

what did it said?

[@legitkatiee]

He told her to take her top off

[@rizh5889]

She should've just asked the security ti get that lowlife off the premises

[@karolw2819]

She’s so professional even she said fuck and was clearly upset

[@georgegriff1]

Don't speak to my Maggie like that

[@becamicusack3598]

Some people

[@MisterCaldwell777]

People can be so shitty😢.

[@themonkeydrunken]

Damn, Maggie Rogers is classy as hell

[@sparklebutt1119]

What did they say?

[@thomaspaine5442]

First a woman yelled "Free the nips!" Then later, another woman up front said "Show your titties." It's clearly audible if you take the time to listen. It's clear what was said, and it's clear who said it.

[@xS3NTRYx]

@@thomaspaine5442 I honestly don't hear any of the other yells, I heard one person, maybe female, say "Free The Nips" and another person, a male say "You Cute Tho".

[@zacdavid184]

@@thomaspaine5442 I find your need to point out that it was potentially a woman-- as if you actually know-- very telling. I wonder what you are compensating for.

[@leeartlee915]

This is obvious but a man would never have to deal with that shit.

[@everettlunday8855]

What I found really hilarious was that in was in Oh So Tolerant, Oh So Inclusive Austin. And it was ACL in Moody Auditorium.

[@pterafirma]

Austin hasn't been "oh-so-tolerant" in about 20 years. It's Douche Central nowadays.

[@davidkleppe]

everett lunday 2 people in a crowd of 2500.... if every city is judged on the worst people in a crowd of 2500 there would be no decent place in the world. I’ll put Austin up against anywhere

[@everettlunday8855]

I was born and raised in Austin. Frankly, I am counting the days until when I can retire and move away from not just Austin but the greater Austin Metropolitan area and to some little economically depressed part of Texas.

[@rebecca8525]

There are some dirtbags even in inclusive/tolerant cities.

[@DanielMazz]

Rebecca what did they say before she said I fill uncomfortable

[@lezliwelge9626]

Well that was Obviously an ass but she did not let it bother her? 💙💙💙

[@AdamWasHere]

Princess Lynn She was fantastic and very progressional about how she handled it. She put on a great show and I was lucky to be so close to the stage. Great experience.

[@kaweween]

What did they shout?

[@breeannajohnson771]

For her to take her top off

[@thomaspaine5442]

@@breeannajohnson771 And who yelled that, BreeAnna?

[@breeannajohnson771]

Someone in the audience

[@kaweween]

@@breeannajohnson771 ah what shameful behavior. I love how she responded.

[@thomaspaine5442]

@@breeannajohnson771 Was it a man or a woman's voice?

[@Yessirski246]

she's 100% possessed in this speech.

[@cindieramirez7080]

Can you expect anything from that state? The majority road the short bus.

[@_R.Stone_]

go back to school, reject.. youre probably not even a citizen, you cant even spell..

[@DanielMazz]

Funny how the smoke machine try to drown them out

[@JasonHeilmanMusicalRemedies]

Security- Security

[@jeevan5704]

Yet here she is after 2 years performing in front of thousands of her fans in Coachella

[@JacesOwnWorld]

That's Austin, TX people right there...

[@CarpenterTom1]

Not just Austin , that is the USA , MAGA Style

[@LanceDiazzz]

Most of us aren’t like this lmao (I’m from Austin)

[@bethelshiloh]

Austin is full of ‘em.

[@rizh5889]

Drunk douchebags are plenty everywhere

[@lbe]

Texans. Enough said.

[@orcharddeluxe9937]

a fucking queen

[@chanjanie2229]

austin ur such a shame...

[@mrwaltermathews]

She's so brave it's awesome

[@SnoopLazeranake]

Some serious dickheads out there. She handled it like a pro though.

[@leykeyes3261]

She handled it like a pussy.

[@SnoopLazeranake]

As I said, some serious dickheads out there.....

[@djsifu07]

No she handled it like a beta woman. A real woman wouldnt care what others think of her.

[@rmac5584]

If she's out to fight crowds then she chose the wrong profession. We don't wanna hear your rant just sing your songs!

[@zgibs125]

Serious dickheads in these comments too smfh

[@Starfish2145]

She reminds me of Janice Joplin

[@thomaspaine5442]

Please. Janis would use this girl as a tampon.

[@justinh6509]

@@thomaspaine5442 Dude you're in like every single thread on this video. Maggie Rogers is exceptionally talented and has a bright career ahead of her. Whether you like that fact or not. Fuck off, you miserable chode.

[@thomaspaine5442]

@@justinh6509 What's a choad?

[@siriusblack3121]

You come to enjoy her music or you come to troll. Wtf

[@kennagelberg6957]

Austin has turned into a shit hole. She's awesome.

[@yoyomarc7778]

she takes her top off in the teaser she recently posted. I don’t know maybe this is related. and she changed her profile picture too.

[@user-jq7di9pz8m]

I love alot of Maggie's songs and there were definitely some idiots there but she seems really uptight here imo, that speech was ridiculously serious

[@antonmedvedev1128]

Oh, Maggie I love you 😻 and I support you, this is honestly a situation, but there is nothing to it. I felt what you felt having just seen/heard that guy in the back and believe you me you're young and you will grow a thicker skin, so, actually, we can take this negative and turn it into a positive experience, right? It is a one-off one, really 🏂 🏄🏊🏇🏆

[@jjsegal1915]

Shut up dude. You do not know what she's experienced from watching one video. Her response showed years more maturity than this comment.

[@antonmedvedev1128]

@@jjsegal1915 Here we are, the all American smile and politeness we have here? Um? I didn't think so. Just like any other russian ignoramus you are now. Have you read my response carefully? Or my English is not clear enough for your particular understanding? Read it again and think twice before telling me to shut up, dude.

[@antonmedvedev1128]

@@jjsegal1915 And if you are to shut smb up, you should know THAT you have made a grammatical mistake in your epic message: "you don't know THAT she's experienced... "

[@yetidodger6650]

Welcome to Trumps USA.

[@genebelsingh7215]

Cringe as hell. We must protect Maggie at all costs

[@thomaspaine5442]

What's "cringe?" You're using it as a noun, but the word is a verb. Is English your second language?

[@mattw0453]

@@thomaspaine5442 nope, they’re clearly using it as an adjective? you don’t have to be condescending about it especially when you’re in the wrong???

[@the_kingdom]

Note to self, "Don't have lengthy emotional speeches at a live MUSIC show. People will get bored and drunk people will say stupid stuff."

[@DaniBadger777]

For real. That was too much.

[@jobebrian]

It would have been nice to hear the song.

[@AdamWasHere]

Copyright. It was “Alaska”.

[@freeman7296]

Sounds like 1 person yelled "take your shirt off" - disgusting comment...the title here is misleading. I think the crowd generally supported her. Click bait I guess.

[@Zaviex]

She heard it was offended by it and it ruined her night so it’s pretty significant

[@freeman7296]

@@Zaviex No denying that..just saying the crowd should not be pulled into that unless the whole crowd was chanting it.

[@davidkleppe]

Actually no one yelled “take your shirt off”. One woman said “free the nip” and it was misinterpreted by Maggie. And then some clown douche dude made it worse by saying “you cute though.” But yea the crowd was supporting maggie for sure. I was there

[@freeman7296]

@@davidkleppe Good - I just hate misrepresented stuff.

[@DanielMazz]

David Kleppe what did they say before she said I fill uncomfortable

[@gomerhanger2285]

who ?

[@natashabegley1346]

Her talking too much puts people off

[@jaydeelizabeth9170]

what??? so is an artist. it supposed to speak at a concert and connect with the crowd? regardless, it still gives them no right to be rude to her while she’s trying to put on a show for people that payed for it. stupidest comment award goes to you

[@jaydeelizabeth9170]

*not

[@denniskane1870]

She has class ,but her best message is in her songs .....if you want to shut someone up . Just sing !

[@greggb681]

Damn, imagine getting that upset over "free the nips" 😂

[@GiddyGoons]

It's not the time it's disrespectful during a heartfelt performance

[@heidigrunberg421]

Self important

[@Brandespada]

They found her "cute", what did Della wear? - "I dunno, I'llAska".

[@mrkrabz1991]

This girl is lying on social media. Nobody said "Take your top off" as she implies on Instagram and all the news networks. She implied that after someone casually said "Free the nips".

[@DeityNote]

She said i’m all for freeing the nips but i’m not going to take my top off during my sentimental speech, you misheard or something

[@graytongoldsmith7764]

Yeah because that is a totally okay and normal thing to say

[@kristis4147]

Seems like she’s waiting , instigating crowd for a reason to walk off the stage

[@cdub4693]

She caters to the Jimmy Fallon, Stephen Colbert, Ellen and NPR crowds not surprised that anything and everything would offend her.

[@DecemberGuy77]

I was at this show. I didn't see much disrespect. Great performance!

[@flibgonrtsheglis242]

She takes herself waaaay too seriously. I mean yeah, those guys were idiots, but, you only give them power when you acknowledge them. I was a performer myself. I heard what the guys were saying. I ignored them. It is the biggest insult you can give to act as though someone does not exist.

[@darkheartlightsoul]

Flibgonrt Sheglis agreed

[@thomaspaine5442]

And by "guys" you mean the two women who yelled the shit, right?

[@beejj6190]

Only just found out about this excellent talent a week ago and she can go far. That said, Jeez ... you had an idiot shout free the nip (and you dealt with that, fine). But then someone says 'you're cute though' and you act like you've been further insulted?? C'mon , girl love your spirit and clear love for what you do but don't take yourself THIS seriously! SMH...

[@Emmanuevans]

You just don’t get it.

[@frankoceanstanaccount7126]

It was the fact that people kept yelling unsolicited "compliments" and not letting her speak. If I were her I would have felt the same. First they disrespect my words, then my body and then they don't see I'm fucking uncomfortable. Specially in a place where you're supossed to feel safe and happy because people is coming to see YOU. Fucking sad and cringy. Fuck the three of them, annoying entitled asses

[@Monique.Marceline]

@@frankoceanstanaccount7126 amen. fuck those cringey assholes. love ur username and icon btw 💖

[@_R.Stone_]

frank ocean stan: You weakminded liberals are always offended by everything. Especially straight white males. Get used to it, were not going anywhere.. Who tf "solicits" compliments in the first place? Only a complete narcissist. Thats usually how compliments come (unsolicited). Us normal people dont get upset when someone compliments us or even makes sexual jokes around us. Thats life, you cant control what others say and do. Get over it.. If shes that thin skinned, she should go sing in nursing homes or in the mirror of her bathroom. Shes not ready for the major league if she cant handle unsolicited compliments or a couple drunk hecklers. Youre not even ready for adult life if words or someone elses opinion gets u all bent out of shape IMO. I probably wouldnt have survived high school if I gave AF about what some random a**hole had to say about me. I didnt need a safe space.

[@carlos66965]

@@_R.Stone_ Shes thin skinned and yet you wrote a paragraph about an event you weren't even at, because you disagreed with one comment. Its not a compliment to tell a lady you dont know to take out her breasts by the way.

[@jloae820]

I mean it really wasn't that big of a deal

[@dalekelly7639]

Are you referring to the heckle, or her response?

[@dalekelly7639]

@Jon M Do you feel that the heckle was not that big of a deal, or her response?

[@allbiz2k10]

@Jon M far left cuss? You sound silly making assumptions and putting people down.

[@jloae820]

@@dalekelly7639 I mean the heckle wasnt a big deal. I saw a video of someone shouting "sit on my face" to lana del rey and she laughed, not everything requires mass public outrage

[@dalekelly7639]

@@jloae820 It wasn't that big of a deal - just immature and stupid. Becoming very common, which causes people to think it's okay. Just another sign of the times. SMH.

[@jeniferball8604]

Tbf she didn't need to speak so long but crowds do get out of hand alot

[@typiper]

Tbh maybe it’s her show that they are attending so she can speak for however long she feels like she wants to.

[@jeniferball8604]

@@typiper na I don't think so

[@typiper]

@@jeniferball8604 Aw well that’s too bad for you Jenifer.

[@justinh6509]

TBH, that's her choice, not yours. Y'all really don't have respect for the artists or the process.

[@demongroovemusic]

So self-involved and precious. Nobody wants a fake emotional speech. She's cursing her head off and then acting all sensitive. Total fake.