Emotional Final Show for the Musical Legend
Sir Elton John bid farewell to his illustrious touring career with an electrifying final performance in Stockholm on the second night of his Farewell Yellow Brick Road tour’s conclusion. After a global journey that began in 2018 and spanned 330 dates, the 76-year-old legend took to the stage at the Tele2 Arena, marking the end of more than 50 years of live performances.
Dressed in a black suit jacket with intricate colorful beading, Sir Elton began the show with his classic hit Bennie And The Jets, evoking cheers from thousands of fans. In a heartfelt moment, he addressed the crowd, saying, “Good evening Stockholm. Well, this is it. We better make it a good show.” He continued to thrill fans with renditions of Philadelphia Freedom and I Guess That’s Why They Call It The Blues.
In an emotional tribute, Sir Elton dedicated Border Song to Aretha Franklin, recounting how honored he felt when the Queen of Soul covered it shortly after the release of his second album. He spoke fondly of their encounters and her performance at his AIDS Foundation event before her passing in 2018, calling her “the legacy of the queen of soul.”
The setlist also included vibrant performances of classics such as Tiny Dancer, Rocket Man, and more, embodying the energy that made Sir Elton’s concerts unforgettable for fans across the globe. The tour faced interruptions due to the pandemic and was further delayed when the singer suffered a hip injury in 2021. Yet, the farewell run became one of the highest-grossing concert tours ever, with over $900 million in ticket sales and attendance by more than six million fans.
Sir Elton, who announced his retirement from touring five years ago, cited a shift in priorities, focusing on family life with his husband, David Furnish, and their two sons. He has emphasized that while his touring days are over, his passion for music remains, with recent collaborations and new music in the works.
After 4,000 performances across 80 countries, Sir Elton John exits the stage as one of music’s greatest icons, leaving behind a legacy that will resonate for generations.
