The “Don Mega” is back and bigger than ever. Hip-hop icon, actor, and entrepreneur Ice Cube has officially announced a historic new tour titled “Truth to Power: 4 Decades of Attitude,” set to kick off this fall. This highly anticipated arena tour marks his first headlining U.S. tour in more than a decade, and it promises to be a full-scale celebration of Cube’s monumental 40-year legacy in the entertainment industry.
Produced by Live Nation, the tour will hit 22 major cities across the United States and Canada, beginning on September 4, 2025, at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, NY, and concluding on October 9 at the Scotiabank Arena in Toronto.
“I’m finally doing a coast-to-coast tour with a big production,” Cube told fans on Instagram. “I’m giving y’all something special, something real with the Truth to Power Tour 2025. If you’ve ever seen me before, don’t sleep on this one.”
A Tour Four Decades in the Making
Ice Cube, whose real name is O’Shea Jackson Sr., is not just returning to the stage — he’s bringing with him a lifetime of cultural influence. From his early days with N.W.A. to his solo classics like It Was a Good Day and Check Yo Self, to blockbuster films like Barbershop and Friday, Cube’s contributions to music and film are both revolutionary and enduring.
“Truth to Power is more than a tour — it’s a 40-year celebration,” Cube said in an official statement. “The world needs truth. The people need power. And that’s what my music brings. It’s gonna’ be next level to go from city to city with a major production unlike anything I’ve ever done before.”
Fans can expect high-energy performances, politically charged messages, and a powerful retrospective of Cube’s vast musical catalogue. This tour is not just for the day-one fans — it’s a full-circle moment for multiple generations who have been impacted by his work in music, film, and activism.
Full “Truth to Power: 4 Decades of Attitude” 2025 Tour Dates
- Thu, Sep 04 – Brooklyn, NY – Barclays Center
- Fri, Sep 05 – Baltimore, MD – CFG Bank Arena
- Mon, Sep 08 – Atlanta, GA – State Farm Arena
- Wed, Sep 10 – Jacksonville, FL – VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena
- Thu, Sep 11 – Tampa, FL – Amalie Arena
- Sat, Sep 13 – Houston, TX – Toyota Center
- Sun, Sep 14 – Austin, TX – Moody Center
- Tue, Sep 16 – Denver, CO – Ball Arena
- Wed, Sep 17 – Salt Lake City, UT – Maverik Center
- Fri, Sep 19 – Seattle, WA – Climate Pledge Arena
- Sat, Sep 20 – Vancouver, BC – Pacific Coliseum
- Mon, Sep 22 – Portland, OR – Moda Center
- Thu, Sep 25 – Oakland, CA – Oakland Arena
- Sat, Sep 27 – San Diego, CA – Viejas Arena
- Sun, Sep 28 – Los Angeles, CA – Crypto.com Arena
- Tue, Sep 30 – Glendale, AZ – Desert Diamond Arena
- Thu, Oct 02 – Fort Worth, TX – Dickies Arena
- Sat, Oct 04 – Oklahoma City, OK – Paycom Center
- Mon, Oct 06 – Chicago, IL – United Center
- Wed, Oct 08 – Cleveland, OH – Rocket Arena
- Thu, Oct 09 – Toronto, ON – Scotiabank Arena
“Last Friday” Movie Finally in Motion
In addition to tour news, Cube also revealed exciting developments in the long-delayed Last Friday movie. The rapper-turned-actor has officially struck a deal with Warner Bros. and New Line Cinema to write and star in the next chapter of the iconic Friday film franchise.
This will be the first installment since Friday After Next premiered in 2002. Fans have been begging for a follow-up, but for years the sequel was stuck in Hollywood limbo due to corporate disagreements and rejected scripts.
“They have new leadership: my man Mike De Luca, who used to be at New Line when I first did Friday, Players Club, and All About the Benjamins,” Cube said in June 2024. “Mike De Luca was there back then, and now he’s back — and we’re moving forward.”
The announcement is especially bittersweet following the deaths of key Friday cast members, including John Witherspoon (Pops) and Tommy “Tiny” Lister (Deebo). Cube has expressed his desire to honor their legacy in the next film while bringing fresh comedic energy to a new generation.
Social Buzz & Fan Reactions
The news of the tour and film has caused a tidal wave across social media, with fans, fellow artists, and media outlets celebrating Cube’s return to the limelight.
On X (formerly Twitter), fans trended hashtags like #TruthToPowerTour and #LastFridayConfirmed within hours of the announcement. Some users called it “a full-circle moment for hip-hop culture,” while others joked about calling in sick just to make sure they attend one of the tour stops.
Music and film insiders also praised Cube for bridging generations, pointing out that his tour includes stops in both classic hip-hop hubs like New York and L.A., as well as emerging cities like Salt Lake City and Oklahoma City.
Ticket Info and Presale Access
Tickets for the Truth to Power tour will be available on Live Nation’s official website, with early access available through presale codes. Cube has encouraged fans to use the promo code: TRUTHTOPOWER to secure early seats, especially in high-demand cities like Los Angeles, Atlanta, and Chicago.
“This tour is going to be something I’ve never done before,” Cube wrote. “It’s bigger. It’s louder. It’s realer. We need this kind of truth in the world right now.”
Legacy of the Don Mega
Few artists have had a career as diverse and impactful as Ice Cube. From pioneering gangsta rap with N.W.A. in the late 1980s to crafting socially conscious solo albums, Cube didn’t just make noise—he sparked cultural revolutions.
He’s also built a strong presence in Hollywood, starring in and producing blockbuster hits, while launching the BIG3 basketball league, which continues to grow in popularity and just announced its eighth season on CBS.
His commitment to speaking truth to power—whether through lyrics, film, or activism—makes this new tour feel like more than just a victory lap. It’s a movement, and it couldn’t come at a more pivotal time.
Final Word
Ice Cube is proving that true legends never fade—they evolve, adapt, and keep speaking truth to power. Whether you’re a lifelong fan or new to his influence, the Truth to Power: 4 Decades of Attitude Tour and the return of Last Friday promise to be cultural moments that you won’t want to miss.
Get ready for a celebration of music, activism, and attitude—Cube-style.
