Total Request Live Tour

Background

MTV first positioned a concert series, featuring various acts performing in major markets throughout the U.S.. The idea was to take big names popular on the network and up and coming acts exposure to an arena-sized audience. In 1999, TLC, Backstreet Boys, Britney Spears were rumored to perform together on an MTV-sponsored tour. However, these plans were never confirmed or denied by MTV.

Years later, as the success of TRL continued to grow, it was proposed to move the show from its Time Square headquarters. The proposal to host live shows at various summer tourist spots (similar to MTV Spring Break). This concept later evolved into the Total Request Live Tour.

Destiny's Child served as the headlining act. New comers 3LW, City High and Dream were featured alongside Jessica Simpson, Eve and Nelly with the St. Lunatics. Simpson's final show was on August 4, 2001. City High was brought in on August 9, 2001.

The show followed the TRL format. It featured Solange Knowles as the host and emcee. TRL host Carson Daly was featured via video screens to introduce the show. In-between acts, music videos and paid advertisements would play on the video screens.

The tour initially was set for nearly 50 shows in the U.S. and Canada. After the 9/11 attacks, several dates were cancelled as a response to security risks for flying. Thus, the last show of the tour was in Denver, Colorado. A special show was planned to honor the victims of the 9/11 attacks. One of the cancelled shows in Honolulu was reversed. The special show featured Forté and DisGuyz as opening acts and Destiny's Child as the sole headliner.

Due to strong sales, it was believed the tour would formulate into an annual event. A 2002 tour was penciled yet cancelled before any plans were made.

Opening acts

Lineup

Setlist

The following setlist is obtained from the July 18, 2001 concert at the Pepsi Arena in Albany, New York. It does not represent all concerts throughout the tour.

1. "Dance Introduction" contains elements of "Warning")
2. "Playas Gon' Play"
3. "No More (Baby I'ma Do Right)"

1. "This Is Me (Remix)"
2. "He Loves U Not"

1. "I Think I'm in Love with You"
2. "A Little Bit"
3. "Sweet Kisses"
4. "I Wanna Love You Forever"
5. "Hot Like Fire"
6. "Irresistible"

1. "City High Anthem"
2. "What Would You Do?"
3. "Caramel"

1. "What Y'all Want"
2. "Love is Blind"
3. "Let Me Blow Ya Mind"
4. "Who's That Girl?"

1. "Video Introduction"
2. "Country Grammar (Hot Shit)"
3. "Batter Up"
4. "Midwest Swing"
5. "Ride wit Me"
6. "E.I."

1. "Independent Women Part I"
2. "No, No, No (Part 2)"
3. "Bug a Boo"
4. "Bills, Bills, Bills"
5. "Emotion"
6. "The Story of Beauty" (Rowland solo)
7. "O-o-h Child" (Williams solo)
8. "Dangerously in Love" (Knowles solo)
9. "Thank You, Lord" / "You've Been So Good" / "Jesus Loves Me" / "Total Praise"
10. "Bootylicious"
11. "Say My Name"
12. "Nasty Girl"
13. "Proud Mary"
14. "Jumpin', Jumpin'"
15. "Survivor"
16. "Happy Face"

Tour dates