Shawn Mendes, singer and songwriter, has taken some time off from his music career to take care of his mental health.
Mendes announced the news via Instagram to his over 69 million followers. He said he would be away for three weeks.
“This breaks my heart to have to say this, but unfortunately I’m going to have to postpone the next three weeks of shows through Uncasville, CT until further notice,”He said. “I’ve been touring since I was 15 and to be honest it’s always been difficult to be on the road away from friends and family. After a few years off the road, I felt like I was ready to dive back in, but that decision was premature and unfortunately the toll of the road and the pressure has caught up to me and I’ve hit a breaking point,”He wrote.
“After speaking with my team and health professionals, I need to take some time to heal and take care of myself and my mental health, first and foremost. As soon as there are more updates I promise I will let you know.”
Mendes’ 87-date tour began in Portland, Oregon, on June 27, 2022. The tour is part of Mendes’ 2020 album. Wonder.