“Welcome to the stumble”: Fans react hilariously as Guns N’ Roses releases AXL Rose’s onstage fall compilation as their ‘greatest hit’

On May 19, 2025, Guns N’ Roses posted a short video on Instagram. The 59-second video shows their lead singer, Axl Rose, falling on stage at different concerts.

The clips range from the 1980s to their most recent concert in Mumbai on May 17. In that show, Rose tripped while running up some stairs during the song “Sweet Child O’ Mine.” The video is set to their hit “Welcome to the Jungle.”

Instead of hiding these stage accidents, the band decided to have fun with them. They called the video “Guns N’ Roses Greatest Hits,” even though it’s not about music. The band used humor to show Axl Rose’s many wipeouts over the years. Fans liked the post and said it was a funny and honest way to connect.

This video was shared while the band was on their 2025 world tour, “Because What You Want & What You Get Are Two Completely Different Things.” The tour started on May 1 in South Korea and includes stops in Europe, Asia, and the Middle East.

The tour features a new drummer, Isaac Carpenter, and guests like Public Enemy, Rival Sons, and the Sex Pistols. Many fans reacted hilariously to their Instagram video.

"Welcome to the stumble" said one fan on Instagram

"Falls and Bruises" said another fan

"Axl's iconic falls, the cool thing is he takes a good one!" remarked a fan

"What’s going on with Axl’s KNEEEES KNEEEES!??" remarked another fan

"the greatest, even when he is falling down." commented a fan

"Falls and Roses" commented another fan

"Welcome to the ground" said another fan on Instagram

Why did Guns N’ Roses post the video?

Axl Rose has been in the limelight for decades. The recent video demonstrated that the band can make fun of themselves.

Social media updates like these come across as more intimate. Fans tend to react positively when they observe a band not being serious all the time.

The video also indicates how long the band has been active on the stage. Starting from footage shot in the 1980s through their recent fall in 2025, it indicates that Axl Rose is still out there performing on the stage with his trademark energetic vibe. The band did not attempt to conceal the recent incident in Mumbai. Rather, they included it in the clip, which suggests that they are frank about the good and bad times of performing live.

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What’s special about Guns N’ Roses' 2025 World Tour?

The Guns N’ Roses tour kicked off on May 1 in South Korea. The title of the tour, "Because What You Want & What You Get Are Two Completely Different Things," might seem bewildering. But that describes the band's innovative and daring style. They tend to defy what others think a rock band should be.

The Guns N’ Roses tour includes both new and established members. Isaac Carpenter is the new drummer. He takes the place of veteran member Frank Ferrer. Carpenter adds new energy to the band's live performances. The fans are also eager to view guest performers such as Public Enemy, Rival Sons, and the Sex Pistols. These bands hail from various genres, which makes the tour more diversified.

The Guns N’ Roses tour is also a significant comeback to the Middle East and Asia. The May 17 Mumbai concert was one of the first in India in decades. Although Axl Rose tripped on stage, the crowd was with him, cheering him on.

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By posting the video, the band demonstrated that they have a sense of humor. It also reminded their fans how long they've been on the road. The tour continues to attract huge numbers worldwide. The band's blend of humor, candor, and music keeps them in touch with their followers decades after they shot to fame.

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