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Badshah cracks up New Jersey crowd by tweaking Tareefan lyrics to take a dig at Trump’s tariffs during his high-energy Unfinished USA Tour.
Badshah’s Unfinished USA Tour has made history as the most expensive tour ever by an Indian hip-hop artist, with production costs hitting $2 million.
Badshah is lighting up stages across North America with his Unfinished USA Tour, blending electrifying performances with moments of sharp social commentary. During his recent show in New Jersey, the rapper added a humorous political twist that had fans cheering, proving once again that his shows are about more than just music.
Badshah Takes a Dig at Trump
While performing the fan-favorite track Tareefan from the Bollywood film Veere Di Wedding, Badshah spontaneously altered one of the song’s iconic lines. Originally singing “Kinniya Tareefan Chahidi Ae Tenu” (How many compliments do you want), he cleverly switched it to “Kinni Tariff Chahidiye Trump Ko” (How much tariff does Trump want).
The crowd erupted with laughter and applause, appreciating the rapper’s witty reference to ongoing tariff discussions and former US President Donald Trump. Badshah’s playful wordplay highlighted his ability to merge humor, music, and current affairs seamlessly, keeping audiences entertained while staying culturally relevant.
Unfinished USA Tour and Other Highlights
Badshah’s North American leg follows successful performances in the UK, UAE, and Canada, where he consistently drew massive crowds. Upcoming shows in the Bay Area, Seattle, Dallas, and Chicago are highly anticipated, especially after earlier stops like Virginia and New Jersey impressed fans with energetic sets, high production values, and surprise celebrity appearances from stars like Nora Fatehi and Mickey Singh.
Beyond his live shows, Badshah is enjoying massive success with his recent album Ek Tha Raja, featuring hit singles like God Damn, Jawaab, and Khushnuma. Fans have also been captivated by his transformation after losing 20 kg, which he attributed to disciplined diet and exercise, clarifying that he did not use weight-loss drugs like Ozempic.
The rapper recently made headlines by claiming he authored the lyrics to the popular track Brown Rang, originally credited to Yo Yo Honey Singh, further keeping himself in the spotlight.
Badshah’s New Jersey performance is just one example of how he keeps audiences engaged, mixing high-energy entertainment with clever, timely commentary. Whether it’s playful lyrical tweaks, chart-topping music, or personal milestones, the rapper’s Unfinished USA Tour continues to captivate fans across the continent.
Shrishti Negi is a journalist with over eight years of experience in the media industry. She leads the Entertainment desk at News18.com. She writes breaking news stories, generates feature ideas, edits copies, …Read More
Shrishti Negi is a journalist with over eight years of experience in the media industry. She leads the Entertainment desk at News18.com. She writes breaking news stories, generates feature ideas, edits copies, … Read More
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September 08, 2025, 22:44 IST
