Harlem rapper FERG praises Toronto's food and feels like 'fellow Torontonian'
FERG performed at Wingstop Canada's House of Flavour festival at Stanley Barracks Thursday and talked about New York's Knicks fever and Toronto's multicultural appeal.
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Harlem rapper FERG, formerly known as A$AP Ferg, brought his energy to Toronto this week, performing at Stanley Barracks as part of Wingstop Canada's free House of Flavour summer festival. The rapper took the stage Thursday night and delivered iconic hits including "Work REMIX," "Shabba," "Plain Jane," and "New Level" to Toronto fans.
Before his performance, FERG spoke with NOW Toronto about the electric moment happening back home in New York, where the Knicks are one win away from their first NBA championship in more than 50 years. "We deserve it as a city, and I'm just excited, like the city is on fire right now — literally," he said. With Game 5 set for Saturday at 8:30 p.
m. , FERG said New Yorkers are fully invested in the team's championship pursuit. He acknowledged the heightened emotions have spilled into the streets, with celebrations following the Game 4 comeback resulting in dozens of arrests and injuries to officers.
"Everybody's emotions is in the air right now," he said, but noted that sports fans can let their passion get the best of them. FERG also praised Toronto's multicultural culture and food scene, saying he feels like "a fellow Torontonian." He revealed he's working on a new album, artwork projects, and plans to release a movie he shot last year. The rapper's visit underscored Toronto's draw for major artists, even as global attention remains fixed on New York's playoff run.