Ne-Yo Closes the Sunset Stage at Rock in Rio 2026

Ne-Yo arrived in Rio de Janeiro on Sunday, September 6, to close out the Sunset Stage lineup at Rock in Rio 2026. The artist's presence gained attention even before the show, when he was spotted at the "We make better days" party at Terreirão do Samba.

Ne-Yo enjoys Baile da Pocah before the show

In the early hours of Sunday, the singer attended Baile da Pocah, an event held at Terreirão do Samba. He was accompanied only by security guards, without the company of the three women with whom he maintains a polyamorous relationship. During the party, he posed for photographers, made faces, and even kissed a fan, a gesture that drew attention from those present.

Polyamory and the dynamics of Ne-Yo's relationships

Ne-Yo has explained in an interview that he does not consider the three relationships as separate marriages. The women — Cristina, Arielle, and Moneii — do not have relationships with other men and live close to the artist, alternating periods together or as a group. The singer states that he did not ask for exclusivity from them and that their decision does not imply reciprocity.

Setlist with 2000s classics

The repertoire expected to close the Sunset Stage includes hits that marked the 2000s. Among the scheduled songs are "Miss Independent", "So Sick", "One in a Million", "Just a Dream", and "Stay With Me". The list is based on the "Nights Like This Tour", a tour held in the United States in August 2026, and may undergo changes until showtime.

Schedule and sequence of the festival

Ne-Yo closes the Sunset Stage at 10:45 PM, after Nelly's performance on the World Stage, which starts at 7:00 PM. Sunday also features Black Eyed Peas and other artists, according to the official Rock in Rio 2026 schedule.

What to expect from the performance

With closing energy, Ne-Yo is expected to bring the audience a mix of original hits and live versions that harken back to his most commercial phase. His presence at Terreirão do Samba and the party atmosphere suggest that the artist will arrive on stage relaxed, maintaining the interaction with the audience that already showed enthusiasm during the early hours.

With information from Extra online, Exame.