Cyndi Lauper Farewell Tour Brings Iconic Musical Career To An End
It’s a bittersweet moment for fans of 80s new wave. Cyndi Lauper, the indomitable force behind the hit song “Girls Just Wanna Have Fun,” has announced a farewell tour and declared her retirement. Lauper’s decision to embark on one last national journey marks the end of an era as she prepares to bid adieu to the life of a touring artist.
Cyndi Lauper Has Been Rocking For Decades
The news of Cyndi Lauper’s farewell tour ignites a wave of nostalgia and anticipation among music enthusiasts as they gear up to say goodbye to one of the most iconic music artists of the last 40 years.
While the reasons behind Lauper’s tour remain undisclosed, avid followers anticipate insights into her decision to be revealed as she promotes her latest documentary, Let the Canary Sing, slated to premiere on Paramount+ on June 4. Directed by Alison Ellwood, the documentary promises an intimate portrayal of Lauper’s illustrious career as a touching backdrop to her final curtain call on the road.
One Of The Biggest Singers Of The 80s
Cyndi Lauper’s final tour is appropriately dubbed the Girls Just Wanna Have Fun Farewell Tour, named after the artist’s most popular song. And while this tour is set to be her last, it’s also Lauper’s first major road trip in over a decade. Spanning across 23 cities in North America, the tour is set to kick off on October 18 in Montreal, culminating in a grand finale at Chicago’s United Center on December 5.
For an artist as iconic as Cyndi Lauper, it’s no surprise that her farewell tour itinerary includes stops at all of North America’s most illustrious venues, including a homecoming performance at New York’s Madison Square Garden on October 30, a soul-stirring show at Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena on November 1, and a stint at Los Angeles’ Intuit Dome on November 23.
Tickets On Sale Soon
Also, Lauper will grace the stages of the Acrisure Arena in Palm Desert stages on November 24 and San Francisco’s Chase Center on November 26. A special non-arena show is also scheduled at Detroit’s Fox Theatre on October 24, promising an intimate experience for local fans.
Fans eager to secure their spot for Cyndi Lauper’s historic farewell tour can mark their calendars as tickets go on sale via an artist presale on Tuesday, followed by additional presales before the general on-sale commences on Friday at 10 a.m. local time, available at LiveNation.com.
Girls Just Want To Have Fun Is Stuck In Your Head Already
Cynthia Lauper is an American singer, songwriter, actress, and activist with a career covering over 40 years. Her debut album, She’s So Unusual (1983), made history as the first debut by a female artist to have four top-five hits on the Billboard Hot 100, including “Girls Just Want to Have Fun” and “Time After Time.” Cyndi Lauper’s success grew when she did the soundtrack for The Goonies (1985) and released her second album, True Colors (1986), and has continued to the point of the upcoming farewell tour.
One Of The Greatest Music Careers In History
Cyndi Lauper has released eleven studio albums, sold over 50 million records worldwide, and won multiple awards, including Grammys, Emmys, and a Tony. Renowned for her distinctive image and advocacy for LGBT rights, Lauper remains an iconic figure in music and activism.
With a career spanning decades and an unwavering commitment to her craft, Cyndi Lauper’s farewell tour is a testament to her unparalleled influence and enduring legacy in the realm of music.
