“Rolling in the Deep” stands as a pivotal moment in Adele’s career, serving as the breakthrough hit from her second album, 21, released in 2010. This single not only skyrocketed her to stardom in the UK and the United States but also secured a remarkable seven-week stint at number 1 on the US Billboard Hot 100 charts. The song earned Adele three Grammy Awards, sold over 20 million copies worldwide, and secured the 82nd spot on Rolling Stone magazine’s list of the best songs ever written.
Fast forward to November 2021, nearly eleven years after the song’s initial release. Adele, now a global superstar residing in LA, is the focal point of the show titled “An Audience with Adele,” filmed at the iconic London Palladium. This event feels like a retrospective celebration of the past decade, encapsulating the incredible journey she has undertaken. Despite her current residence in LA, the significance of having the concert in her hometown, deeply intertwined with her identity and personality, is palpable.
The format of the show, featuring a live performance before a relatively intimate audience (by Adele’s standards), perfectly complements the artist’s brilliance. It allows her to interact humorously with the audience and showcase her extraordinary voice with maximum impact. The star-studded audience adds an extra layer of glamour, with notable personalities such as Samuel L Jackson, Emma Watson, Dawn French, Suranne Jones, Stormzy, Jonathan Ross, David Tennant, Gareth Southgate, Emma Thompson, Michael McIntyre, and Stella McCartney in attendance.
The pinnacle of the evening unfolded when Adele took the stage to perform “Rolling in the Deep,” a performance that has garnered over 13 million views on YouTube. The infectious energy of the song had the entire audience on their feet, clapping and singing along to a tune that has become an integral part of musical history.
In a state of near-hysteria, the celebrity attendees were captured dancing and reveling in the joyous atmosphere. This triumphant homecoming concluded with everyone rising to their feet, applauding Adele for the remarkable achievements of the past decade. The show at the London Palladium not only pays homage to Adele’s roots but also reaffirms her status as a musical powerhouse, continuing to captivate audiences worldwide.