Concluding his marathon farewell tour in Stockholm, Elton John assured his devoted fans that they would forever hold a special place in his heart and soul. He bid an emotional goodbye with his iconic hit, “Goodbye Yellow Brick Road.”
With an illustrious career spanning 50 years and nearly 4,600 performances worldwide, the 76-year-old singer has earned five Grammy awards.
Expressing his gratitude, Elton John commended the audience at Sweden’s Tele2 Arena, acknowledging their magnificence and their role as his lifeblood.
During the performance, Elton John paid a heartfelt tribute to his dedicated band and crew, some of whom had been with him on tour for many years.
Opening the show with “Bennie and the Jets,” he enthralled the crowd with other beloved hits like “Philadelphia Freedom,” “Tiny Dancer,” “Rocket Man,” and “Candle in the Wind.”
Initiated in North America in 2018, the Farewell Yellow Brick Road tour captivated over six million fans worldwide. Notably, his headline performance at the Glastonbury Festival drew an immense crowd and garnered millions of viewers on British television.
In a touching moment, Coldplay, performing simultaneously in Gothenburg, shared a video message expressing their love and appreciation for Elton John’s influential support of fellow musicians.
Billboard magazine has acclaimed the tour as one of the highest-grossing concert tours, surpassing $900 million (£701 million) in ticket sales.
As the grand finale approached, Elton John reflected on his life, sharing his pure joy of playing music for the past 52 years. While he confirmed that he would never embark on another tour, he left open the possibility of future one-off performances.
Dedicating his song “Don’t Let The Sun Go Down On Me” to his band, crew, and family, Elton John delivered an unforgettable concert lasting over two hours.
