Elton John Thanks Farewell Gig Crowd for ’52 Years of Pure Joy’

The legendary singer played the final date on his ‘Farewell Yellow Brick Road’ tour, and ended his touring career, on Saturday

Elton John is saying an emotional farewell to touring.

The legendary musician, 76, wrapped his live-touring career of over 50 years over the weekend with a final emotional stop on his Farewell Yellow Brick Road tour at the Tele2 Arena in Stockholm.

Closing the show with “Your Song” and, fittingly, “Goodbye Yellow Brick Road,” John thanked fans for supporting him on tour over the last five decades.

“I’ve had the most wonderful career, beyond belief. 52 years of pure joy playing music, how lucky am I to play music? But I wouldn’t be sitting here if it wasn’t for you,” John said, per The Independent. “You bought the singles, albums and CDs and more importantly you bought the tickets to the shows and you know how I love to play live.”

“It’s been my lifeblood to play for you guys and you’ve been absolutely magnificent – thank you,” he added. “I will never forget you guys. I’ve played so many concerts, how could I forget? You’re in my head, and my heart and my soul and I thank you so much.”