Passion races across the entire 02 arena as the iconic Elton John shuffles through the blazing lights onto the stage for his Farewell tour. It’s absolutely astonishing that one man who looks so small on the immense stage can get a crowd going so feral.

Then again, its Elton John.

Of course, he can. 

Bennie and the Jets, an iconic and enthusiastic song begins, and Elton utterly dominates the piano. His fingers race at an incredible pace showing such extraordinary talent unlike anything I’ve seen before. The lively beat and explosive sing along lyrics have the audience launching to their feet ready for the immaculate twenty-three song set.

As he continues through his set Elton’s outfit goes unmissable. Bright colours and glitter shimmer in the light and cant be ignored even from the back of the stadium. The distinct piano that opens Rocket Man sends the crowd turbulent. Screams are immediately echoing from people’s mouths in excitement while others begin to tear up knowing they are about to witness an emotional masterpiece live.

Meteor shaped lights spin across the audience creating a mesmerising view. It goes without saying that the transcending song matched with the lights create a hypnotic experience. Over the years Elton’s vocals haven’t changed and he still sings with such beauty and influence that many artists haven’t held onto by the time they are his age.

More mellow songs like Someone saved my life tonight, pass by before reaching the last few tracks. The best songs are unquestionably saved till last. From I’m still standing such as uplifting, motivational song to Saturday nights alright for fighting, there’s no better songs to forget your problems and simply be in the moment dancing your heart out too. The encore then consists of three songs cold heart Elton’s latest top charts hit, your song and goodbye yellow brick road. Happy faces all around the room when your song plays. People begin hugging and dancing with their loved ones to the heartfelt lyrics.

Goodbye yellow brick road, my favourite of his songs begins, and I know the show is about to end. But wow. What a send-off. Bright yellow confetti cannons blast and rainbow lights dance into every corner. The lyrics are affectionately shouted out with so much love for a man they know they will never have a chance to see perform live again.

Finally, the outright legend stands up and waves around the stadium taking in every moment and looking truly proud and thankful to be where he is. He leaves in style by strolling to the back of the stage where a lift carries him into the air before he disappears into the wall.