Elton John Plays 24-Song Concert & Settles His ‘Debt’ to Brazil at 2026 Rock in Rio
With tickets sold out, the concert drew more than 100,000 people on Monday despite a grim weather forecast.
Elton John adjusted the timing of his Rock in Rio performance by 65 minutes on Monday (Sept. 7) to ensure he could deliver a full concert of 24 songs over two hours and 15 minutes. Rain threatened to disrupt the event, but it eventually cleared up in time for the show. The British superstar had previously expressed regret about not including Brazil on his Farewell Yellow Brick Road Tour, stating he wanted to make amends.
His setlist included many of the songs from the Farewell Yellow Brick Road tour, and he wore stylish attire, including a yellow blazer, blue glasses, and various accessories. The concert attracted more than 100,000 enthusiastic fans despite the weather forecast. John performed a mix of ballads and upbeat hits, dedicating "Crocodile Rock" to the Brazilian audience.
The performance featured backing musicians with a combined experience of over 430 years in the music industry, and it concluded with the classic "Your Song."
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