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John Legend's Germany concert didn't quite pack the punch, with only about 3,300 fans showing up at Munich Olympiahalle - a venue that holds up to 15,000. Despite the partial blackout and empty seats, the crowd kept the spirits high, particularly during Legend's piercing performance of "Ordinary People" on the piano.
The singer revealed that he penned parts of this song while in Germany, during a difficult time when his parents were divorcing. The emotional connection with his music was palpable, making the audience sway along with him.
Legend, who's been on stage for two decades now, took a trip down memory lane during his tour, acknowledging significant companions throughout his career. He even touched upon his former label-mate, the divisive figure that is Kanye West. Some boos echoed through the venue at the mere mention of his name. "Ah, it's a tangled web," Legend quipped, reminiscing about the old days.
The singer gushed about his affection for Munich, having had great experiences there in the past. Looking back on his career, he expressed a sense of nostalgia performing songs he hadn't played in ages, a time-warp, so to speak, journeying back 20 years.
The concert ended on a poignant note, with Legend belting out the heartfelt ballad "All of Me."
Before hitting the stage, Legend shared his feelings with the German Press Agency: "I adore Munich. We've had a blast here in recent years. And revisiting my career brings me a sense of joy tinged with nostalgia, reviving tunes I haven't played in a while."
The entertainment industry was represented at John Legend's concert, as he shared stories about his former label-mate, the well-known celeb Kanye West. The crowdshowed their love for music, particularly during Legend's emotional rendition of "Ordinary People," a song that he wrote during a difficult time in Germany, demonstrating a strong connection between the singer and his music.
