Lead singer Chris Martin dedicated their song “Everglow” to fellow music legend Taylor Swift and her devoted fans during Saturday night’s thrilling Coldplay performance in Dusseldorf. The touching gesture came as Swift continued to mesmerize audiences across Germany with her record-breaking Eras Tour, having recently concluded a series of shows in Gelsenkirchen, according to Billboard.
Coldplay dedicates their song ‘Everglow’ to Taylor Swift at their concert in Germany.
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“This is for Taylor Swift because she left town,” Chris Martin shared with the audience from behind his piano at Merkur Spiel-Arena. “This is for all of you who feel sad today because Taylor had to go to the next city. So we sing this love song, this heartbreak song, and send it to Taylor wherever she is today,” he said, as per Billboard.
Fans found great resonance in the homage, which remembered Swift’s departure from Gelsenkirchen following a successful three-night run during which she was overcome by the overwhelming enthusiasm from the public. Swift expressed her gratitude on Instagram, marveling at the creativity and affection shown by her German fans with signs, paper hearts, and unique DIY tributes during her performances.
“Those three Gelsenkirchen crowds were AMAZING, and so thoughtful???” Swift wrote, adding, “There were signs and paper hearts, the ‘Betty’ wave, and tons of DIY ‘willow’ orbs made out of balloons phone flashlights. Thank you!!!”
Swift also celebrated the success of her latest album, “The Tortured Poets Department,” which maintained its No. 1 position on the charts for 12 consecutive weeks, a first in her illustrious career, according to Billboard. “I am completely blown away by what you’ve done,” She acknowledged her admirers and emphasised how much they had helped her achieve this incredible feat.
The band’s gesture towards Swift adds a meaningful moment to their ongoing musical journey as Coldplay continues their European tour leg after their headline performance at the 2024 Glastonbury Festival. Their concert in Dusseldorf was part of a series of dynamic performances, with another show scheduled in the same city on July 21.
