Coldplay Dedicates ‘Everglow’ to Taylor Swift at German Concert for Everyone Feeling Down
In a heartwarming moment of musical camaraderie, Coldplay‘s Chris Martin dedicated the song “Everglow” to Taylor Swift during their Düsseldorf concert on Saturday, July 20. This dedication came as Swift continued her record-breaking “The Eras Tour” across Germany, with upcoming stops in Hamburg and Munich.
Before launching into the 2016 track “Everglow,” Martin took a moment to acknowledge Swift and her fans, highlighting her recent performances in nearby Gelsenkirchen. “This is for Taylor Swift because she left town,” Martin said from behind the piano, drawing cheers from the crowd 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.”
Swift‘s “The Eras Tour” has been a monumental success, garnering enthusiastic receptions from fans across Germany. After completing her shows in Gelsenkirchen, she praised the German Swifties for their incredible support. “Those 3 Gelsenkirchen crowds were AMAZING, and so thoughtful???” Swift wrote on Instagram. “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 expressed her gratitude for the support of her latest album, The Tortured Poets Department, which has seen unprecedented success. The album remained at number one for its first 12 weeks, a milestone she had never achieved before. “I also wanted to say to everyone who’s supported The Tortured Poets Department, I am completely blown away by what you’ve done – it stayed at #1 for the first 12 weeks of its release and that’s never happened to an album of mine before, not even close!!” Swift wrote. She added, “You’re just the greatest. Anyway, now that we’ve officially kicked off our shows in Germany, I can’t wait to see you all in Hamburg next!”
Coldplay’s European tour leg follows their headline performance at the 2024 Glastonbury Festival in late June. The band is set to continue their run with another show in Düsseldorf on July 21. Their concert schedule has been packed with memorable performances, and the dedication to Swift was a special highlight that resonated with fans of both artists.
On the Billboard charts, both Coldplay and Taylor Swift continue to maintain strong positions. Swift’s The Tortured Poets Department remains in the top 10 of the Billboard 200, while Coldplay’s latest single “Higher Power” is climbing the Hot 100. The success of both artists on the charts underscores their ongoing influence and popularity in the music industry.
The crossover between Coldplay and Taylor Swift at the Düsseldorf concert exemplifies the mutual respect and admiration within the music community. Martin’s dedication of “Everglow” to Swift was a poignant moment, celebrating the connection between artists and their fans. As Swift’s “The Eras Tour” continues to captivate audiences across Germany, and Coldplay’s tour progresses, the shared moments of musical tribute highlight the powerful bond forged through live performances and heartfelt music.
