![]() She observed the power of inclusion where 4,000 people agree – w herever you are in life, tonight it’s alright because you are here.Īs Keys concluded her set opener – she honored her name by gracing the keys and gliding the words “Be Unforgettable”, over the top. ![]() She witnessed an artist practicing what she preaches and being overly generous with her gift. She learned the thrill of feeling gratitude at the accomplishment of persevering. She sang at the top of her lungs and then she sang some more. As the authors of forever, we embrace the space between us.īecause of this concert, Lucy experienced the true meaning of being in the moment. And through our uniqueness we find our differences. But most importantly, Alicia Keys in Boston / Lucy’s first concert served as an extension of what Keys has been artistically expressing to youth, women and fans alike around the world consistently – we all have a lot in common. It taught her, that when she achieves billions, then it’s time to reach for trillions. Like the world is hers for the taking where sometimes being an underdog is a plentiful blessing. So, back to my original question – what did this first concert mean to young Lucy? Aside from the obvious – an experience she’d never forget, especially when Keys tickled her neck with a grin while walking down the stadium aisle singing “Empire State of Mind”, Lucy described her night as something that made her feel like a Girl on Fire. ![]() Still taking place in Boston on the second Tuesday of August, Keys and her band played all 31 songs with a smile, appreciating the moment and opportunity to be Only You. A more accurate snapshot of now, filled with love, unity and encouragement. With an S on her chest, Keys turned what would have been her 2020 ALICIA tour into the ALICIA + KEYS tour. KEYS followed a little over a year later, with KEYS II hitting airwaves everywhere this month. Her encouraging text messages of love often brought a smile and a hope to keep being that “beautiful you.” ALICIA was released in September of 2020, right when we all needed to hear we’re doing a “Good Job”. Throughout the two-year wait, Keys found news ways to deeply connect with fans. Aside from wanting to hear all her favorite songs, the wonder of child leads me to believe that subconsciously, she knew seeing Keys would have a profound impact that she could always carry with her. Nope! There was only one artist who could claim Lucy’s first concert. I’d explain, the new dates hadn’t been revealed yet, and I’d be happy to take her to something else in the meantime, given her unwavering love of and curiosity for the arts. As the months turned to a year, I asked Lucy if she was ready to go see her first show now that outdoor concerts were returning. ![]() The yellow walls of her bedroom became soundboards for a Tuesday/Thursday home music class, where I would often find her singing Keys’ “Girl On Fire”, strumming along on a teal toy ukulele. You know the drill, tours canceled, postponed to 2021 only to be postponed again, and an eruption of mass-confusion in a pandemic world.įor Lucy, it meant homeschool and home creativity. Perfect! The ALICIA world tour had just been announced a few weeks early (January 21, 2020) to be exact. You see, we asked a young lady, let’s call her Lucy, in early 2020, for your very first concert, who would you like to see? “Alicia Keys!!!,” she replied before the sentence even finished. But what exactly does that mean? You often hear people ask the question, “What was your first concert?” Whether it’s to serve as an ice-breaker, a random thought when you’ve reached a dead end road, or out of pure curiosity – the question opens the door to a world of possibilities in response.įor us, Alicia Keys in Boston was two years in the making. You got the whole world right here in your pocket,” welcoming of Nat King Cole, Keys extended an invitation to each person in the audience to stay in the two-hour moment with her.Īrtist Waves had the thrill of taking an eight-year-old to her first concert this evening. Magic it was as Keys graced the Boston waterfront stage for the first time since 2013.įrom the opening “ Take off your coat, take off your clichés. “Whoever’s first concert it is tonight, I’m so happy that you’re here with me…this was such a special night, what a magical night,” Alicia Keys said with a smile over a slight acoustic strum at the conclusion of “No One”. Alicia Keys in Boston, a total superwoman experience. ![]()
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