AITAH for not wanting to play a concert on the roof of my office even though my bandmates insist

I (25M) am in a band, and lately things have been tense. We’ve got this idea for a big “surprise” performance on top of our office building. Everyone's excited, but I really don’t want to do it.

As our band has become more established, my ideas are often dismissed. I try to suggest things that I think will be interesting, but they often get ignored or mocked by the others. It’s exhausting and feels like I’m just along for the ride.

The two guys in the band who are the loudest about this rooftop thing are the pair that run the show. They make the decisions and everyone else is supposed to just go along. Forgive me for being a bit resentful. On top of that, I've voiced my dislike for playing live (of course, they don't care), and it's also a logistical hassle. They haven't even bothered to address my concerns.

I feel like if I go along with this, I’m just letting them steamroll me again. But if I refuse, I might look like I’m being difficult or holding the band back.

So, AITA for standing my ground and saying no, even if the rest of the group wants to go through with it?

Posted Apr 9, 2026, 7:52 PM UTC · locked

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