Adele was only 19 years old when she released an album that spoke to every soul that has ever felt a little bit lost. It has been 18 years since that debut. Yet the music feels like it was written just yesterday.
The music on this record is not filled with loud drums or flashy lights. It is full of what many call ‘London attitude,’ featuring a young girl who played her own bass and guitar. She wrote about the sting of a cheating boyfriend and the love she felt for her home city. Every note feels like a secret shared between friends. Watching her perform back then is like seeing a storm start to gather.
Watch the magic for yourself in this rare look at where it all began.
Adele’s 19th Anniversary Celebration
People who listen to these songs often say they remember exactly where they were in 2008. They mentioned that Hometown Glory still brings tears to their eyes.
Seeing her take those songs to a live stage is a different experience. She moved from that small room in London to the bright lights of American television.
Adele – “Chasing Pavements” (Live on Letterman)
On the Letterman stage she stood perfectly still while her voice filled every corner of the room. She did not need backup dancers or special effects to prove she was a star. The audience sat in total silence, stunned by the girl who could turn a pub fight into a masterpiece.
Adele’s journey from a shy girl with a guitar to a global icon is a story of staying true to oneself. She teaches us that being honest is the most powerful thing a person can do. Follow Adele on Facebook, Instagram and YouTube to keep up with her incredible life.