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Latest Events, Information & Tickets. Independent Guide. Not a box office or venue.
Dec
07
Dec
07
Moda Center at the Rose Quarter
One of the world’s best-known names in R&B — JOHN LEGEND is back on the road. Celebrating 20 years of his debut album “Get Lifted,” the man is paying tribute to the record that started it all. The “Ordinary People” and “All of Me” hitmaker will be taking everyone on a special ride back to the good ‘ol days, performing every single song from his first album. Legend recently released a reissue of the record, featuring a star-studded list of special guests and previously-unreleased songs. Timeless music and new surprises, the 13-time Grammy Award-winning artist looks forward to revisiting this point in time with all his fans.
The Get Lifted 20th Anniversary Tour will be coming over to Portland with a show scheduled at Moda Center on Sunday, December 7th. Though it’s still quite some time till winter comes, demand for the LP’s anniversary shows are soaring through the roof. Grab the best seats by booking your tickets now!
In 2005, American singer, songwriter, and pianist JOHN LEGEND marked his big debut with the release of his first album “Get Lifted.” The record features his 2x Platinum hit single “Ordinary People,” introducing everyone to his unique and irresistible R&B groove. His alluring voice, heart-wrenching tales, and emotive deliveries soon took over radio, TV, and the internet. With his magnetic charm, he won all of our hearts.
Celebrating 20 years since the LP arrived, John Legend is revisiting that point in time when everything changed. Selling 2M+ copies in the United States and 4M+ globally, it marked the start of his golden career in music. To this day, he continues to release R&B tracks that share his signature sound and emotive lyrics. Oceans of tears since 2005, he sure is a living legend in R&B today.
On tour, he’s set to perform every single song from the acclaimed album. Yup, that means all of the hits, deep cuts, favorites, alongside big surprises in the mix.
“I’m so thrilled to be celebrating 20 years of the album that introduced me to the world,” the artist shared via an official statement. “Get Lifted has always meant so much to me and to so many of my fans and supporters. I’m so grateful for the career that this album launched. These last 20 years have taken me far beyond my wildest dreams.”
PLUS! The man just released a reissue of his debut record, featuring a lineup of special guests and new songs that previously didn’t make the cut. It’s an additional 11 tracks, and guests include Lil Wayne Killer Mike, and Tems who served up their unique touch to Legend’s songs.
SIDE A (11:12)
1. Prelude
2. Let's Get Lifted
3. Used to Love U
4. Alright
SIDE B (13:10)
5. She Don't Have to Know
6. Number One (feat. Kanye West)
7. I Can Change (feat. Snoop Dogg) (
SIDE C (16:01)
8. Ordinary People
9. Stay With You
10. Let's Get Lifted Again
11. So High (Single Version)
SIDE D (17:17)
12. Refuge (When It's Cold Outside)
13. It Don't Have to Change (feat. The Stephens Family)
14. Live It Up (with Miri Ben-Ari)
15. So High (feat. Lauryn Hill) (Cloud 9 Remix)
An album that brought him eight Grammy nominations, it was an amazing start of his career. Looking back, John Legend credits the record to his successful career. Recorded in a span of three years, it highlighted the artist’s passion and dedication to the art of music. Now, it all paid off, still recognized as one of his best work yet.
Coming to Portland, John Legend is performing at the Moda Center on December 7th. The indoor arena will definitely be jam-packed with fans who want to experience his magnetic charm in concert. Performing every single song from “Get Lifted,” it’s unlike any of his other shows. Join thousands of fans and feel the air’s alluring breeze as John Legend’s music takes over.
Book your tickets now!
Moda Center at the Rose Quarter, Portland, Oregon, 97227, US