T-Pain Delivers Electrifying Performance at Iowa State Fair

Des Moines, Iowa -⁢ August 17, ‌2025 – Grammy Award-winning artist T-Pain brought ⁢a surge of energy to the Iowa State Fair on Saturday, August ‍16,⁣ 2025, with a⁢ performance‌ that spanned his ‍extensive, two-decade career. The concert, part of his TP20 Tour, ⁤drew enthusiastic crowds to the Grandstand on the⁢ second-to-last day of the annual⁢ fair.

Charlieonnafriday Sets the Stage

The evening commenced with a performance by Seattle-based rapper and singer-songwriter charlieonnafriday (Charlie Finch). Backed​ solely by his DJ, Jordan, Finch delivered a 45-minute set featuring tracks like “I’m Not Crazy,”​ “’81 camino,” “When It Rains,” and “Wild Child.” He engaged⁤ the audience with ⁣his confident stage presence and interactive performance style.

“I want to say one of my first ever shows was in Ames, ⁢iowa,” Finch shared with the crowd. ​”Ther‌ wasn’t many people‍ there, but ‌those 50 ‌people in that room, we were, ⁢we were rocking out, having a good time. ‍So it ​feels good to be back in Iowa.”

T-Pain’s ​Grandstand Takeover

As the lights dimmed, a montage played before T-Pain took the stage, set​ to Men Without Hats’ “The Safety Dance.” He immediatly launched into a string of hits, including “Take Yoru Shirt⁣ Off,” “Up Down (Do This All Day),” “Cyclone,” and “2 Step.”

T-Pain playfully announced “Operation Ghetto Fancy,” a set of⁢ rules designed to ensure his ‍performance went smoothly, given his recent⁤ 40th birthday and a self-deprecating acknowledgment of potential physical limitations. There’s only one rule, and that rule is don’t kill T-Pain, he quipped.

Did You Know? T-Pain has received 13 Grammy nominations⁢ and ⁤won two ​awards throughout his career, solidifying his place as a pivotal figure ‍in modern R&B.

Dressed in all black, ⁣T-Pain maintained a‍ high level of energy throughout the performance, dancing and interacting with ⁣the audience. He performed fan favorites ⁢such as “Freeze,” “good Life,” “Blame It,” ⁢and “Bartender,” punctuated by ⁣humorous banter with his DJ,‌ Montay.

Beyond the Hits: Vocals and Gratitude

Demonstrating his vocal range, T-Pain showcased his skills with a ‌medley⁢ of covers, including ‌Journey’s “Don’t Stop Believin'” and Sam Smith’s “Stay With Me,” ⁣a ‍nod to his ‍2023 project, “On Top of ‌the Covers.” He expressed gratitude to the fans,⁢ event staff, and first responders‍ who ⁤assisted attendees during the warm weather.

Pro Tip: Staying hydrated is crucial at ​outdoor events, especially during warmer‌ months. The iowa State Fair provides water stations throughout the grounds.

He also shared a reflective moment, recalling his early career and questioning why his songs were so ⁤fast-paced.

A ‍Grand Finale

The concert concluded with performances of​ “Can’t Believe It” and “Buy U a Drank⁢ (Shawty Snappin’).” A‍ closing montage accompanied his performance of ⁣”All I⁣ Do is⁢ Win,” culminating in a fireworks display that mirrored the energy of ‍the‍ show.

The Iowa State Fair ⁢Grandstand will next ​host Kidz Bop.

What are your favorite T-Pain songs, and‌ do you ⁤have any memorable concert experiences?

What role do state ⁢fairs‍ play in showcasing diverse musical talent?

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