Bronx, NY—-The Lehman Center for the Performing Arts in the Bronx became a celebration of contemporary and classic R&B as Ro James opened the show for R&B veteran Ginuwine.
The evening brought together two generations of smooth vocals, romantic ballads, and feel-good grooves, giving the audience plenty of reasons to sing along and enjoy the music.
Ro James set the tone with a confident opening performance, showcasing the smooth delivery and modern R&B sound that have helped establish him as one of the genre’s compelling voices. His performance highlighted songs from his catalog, including “Permission,” “A.D.I.D.A.S. (All Day I),” “Burn Slow,” “Already Knew That,” “Holy Water,” and “Touchy Feely.” “Permission,” in particular, stood out as one of the records that has become closely associated with his name.
James brought a combination of soulful vocals, stage presence and romantic storytelling to the Lehman Center stage. He gave the audience a taste of his musical personality while warming up the crowd for the night’s headliner. His set served as an effective introduction to an evening built around R&B favorites and memorable performances.
When Ginuwine took the stage, the Bronx audience was ready for a trip down memory lane. The platinum-selling R&B star delivered the familiar sound and charisma that have kept him connected to fans throughout his career. With a catalog filled with songs that helped define the late 1990s and early 2000s R&B era, Ginuwine gave the audience plenty to celebrate.
The crowd responded to the familiar grooves of “Same Ol’ G,” “So Anxious,” “Stingy,” “Differences,” “In Those Jeans,” “None of Ur Friends Business,” and “Hell Yeah.” Each song brought another wave of recognition, with fans singing along and enjoying the memories attached to the music.
Ginuwine also made sure the ladies received special attention. One of his signature concert gestures was on full display as he tossed roses into the audience, sending fans reaching toward the stage and adding a romantic touch to the performance. It was a crowd-pleasing moment that fit perfectly with the smooth, flirtatious energy of his music.
As the night moved toward its conclusion, Ginuwine saved one of his biggest crowd favorites for last. The opening notes of “Pony” brought the audience to another level, with fans singing along and responding to the unmistakable beat. The hit remains one of the defining records of his career and a fitting way to close the show.
The evening at Lehman Center was a celebration of R&B across generations. Ro James brought a fresh, soulful sound to the opening set, while Ginuwine delivered the nostalgia, showmanship and hit records that have made him a fan favorite. From the opening performance to the final notes of “Pony,” the Bronx crowd was treated to a night of romance, rhythm, and timeless R&B.
