When you ask any artist who they were inspired and influenced by growing up, there is one name that will constantly come up, and rightfully so. Adele is without a doubt the most known and respected female musician on the planet, and I think most of us will agree that she is the mother of music. We all grew up with her, we have all played classics like Rolling In The Deep, Someone Like You or Hello a million times throughout the years and could probably still master the lyrics today. The British powerhouse is known for her massive vocals, but also her unfiltered personality and great sense of humor.
Over the past 16 years, Adele has shared various chapters of her life musically, summed up in her studio albums from 19 to 30. Each title captured different stories, emotions and very personal experiences she turned into lyrics. Having the ability to turn something bad into something so wonderful that everyone can relate to is a superpower Adele has mastered flawlessly. Her music has this magical way of reaching into your soul and making you feel understood, comforted, and empowered all at once.
Her fans – who call themselves Daydreamers – describe the soulful singer as tenacious, fierce, hilarious and genuine and see her as a huge inspiration and source of happiness. Whether she is belting out a soulful ballad or cracking jokes in an interview, she exudes warmth and sincerity, making fans feel like they’re chatting with an old friend. She’s not just a talented singer-songwriter; she’s a genuine, relatable human being who wears her heart on her sleeve and invites listeners to join her on an emotional journey through her music and life.
Being such a legend in this industry and making music that will continue to be timeless, Adele has reached an untouchable level of success. But despite all the fame that comes with her name, you will never meet someone as humble and down to earth as she is. And there is no one in this industry who can disappear from the public eye for years in between each album and still be celebrated, supported and loved dearly the way she has been throughout her career. Luckily, she has been sticking around after her last album 30 and all thanks to her incredible Vegas Residency Weekends With Adele.
When you go see Adele live you are not only blessed with her mesmerizing vocals, but you also get a full stand up comedy set and all kinds of fun stories. She just knows how to deliver an unforgettable show and how to move people song by song. There truly is no one like her and the legacy she will leave behind one day will live on in the hearts she healed and the people she inspired to become who they always wanted to be.
No matter how many challenges Adele had to face in her life, she never stopped moving and making music that matters. Each song tells a story and while it is very personal to her, it becomes someone else’s when it’s released for the world to hear. That is the beauty behind music and the power an artist’s words can hold, when you step away from it and look at the bigger picture. There is a reason why Adele has inspired and influenced not only generations of artists, but all individuals who have opened their hearts and lives to her brilliance and phenomenal artistry. And knowing her she will continue to bless us for years to come.
So what have the Daydreamers learned from their queen overall? They have learned that in order to love other people you have to love yourself first and that even if you screw up, you can do it with grace. By having the courage to share her own struggles, Adele has inspired others to be more open and authentic in their own lives and to embrace their flaws and imperfections. And no matter how much trauma you have experienced in your early years of life, you can rise above and turn your pain into power.
There is so much to say about Adele, but not enough words to describe the value behind her name and the importance of her music. Life doesn’t go easy on anyone, so we just have to roll with it, hold onto what comforts us most and keep walking until we get to the other side where our happiness will await us.
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