There was a masterful concert from Dua Lipa during the Radical Optimism Tour finale that served as a grateful salute to the late Irish star Sinead O'Connor in Dublin. Dua Lipa had come to Dublin's Aviva Stadium to offer another heartfelt performance for thousands of devoted fans with a rendition of "Nothing Compares 2 U", while simultaneously paying tribute to O'Connor and expressing the deep honor she felt in being able to perform what was O'Connor's launching pad into world stardom. She urged the crowd to sing if they knew the lyrics, fine air having been filled with heart all through that night. A truly great night indeed, it would forever remain etched in people's memories as the great and fitting farewell for the Dublin-born legend whose voice and spirit would forever be remembered using millions.
Remembering Sinead O’Connor’s Legacy
Setting the proper mood in the beginning, Dua Lipa chose to open the exhibit with her version of the track delicately creative nod to the timeless greats. Composed by Prince and given a once-in-a-lifetime fame by O'Connor in 1990, the soundtrack saw O'Connor top the Billboard Hot 100 for four weeks and her acclaimed album "I Do Not Want What I Haven't Got." Beyond the confined charts, the bombshell track was an anthem of extreme emotionality and blatant vulnerability, representing O'Connor's highest art. This expansive, female-fronted sonic rendition would be etched forever in the annals of musical history, regardless of any zeitgeist that settles in. One would say that by delivering this song in Cork, O'Connor's birthplace, there is a reminder of how deeply O'Connor has affected Ireland and the world.
A Tour Full of Surprises and Celebrations
Dua Lipa's concert was blessed with special moments, for sure; a couple of days earlier, the London shows proved no exception, as the nights were full of distant surprises:
- Jamiroquai joined Dua Lipa for a set-stopping “Virtual Insanity.”
- Charli XCX followed through with an uplifting “360.”
The excitement never wore down, however, thanks to yet another moment with the Spice Girls, who wished Dua Lipa well on her sold-out shows at Wembley, noting proudly that her unstoppable energy is “Girl Power” personified. These bonding and celebratory moments speak volumes for Dua Lipa's dedication to honoring the past while continuing to build the new.
North America Awaits Dua Lipa’s Tour Magic
Still, the thrills from Dua Lipa's Radical Optimism Tour are far from over. After wrapping up in Europe, the pop star is ready to head to North America in September 2023. Dua Lipa will kick off her stateside swing with two nights in Toronto, followed by stops at major cities across the United States, including Chicago, Boston, Atlanta, and New York City. On the emotional scale, the strip and adrenaline rush from her Radical Optimism Tour is different than most, with emotional, surprise guests, and heartfelt tributes, each moment on this tour will ensure lasting moments for her fans. Regardless of where the final goes next, Dua Lipa is still very relevant because of her ability to celebrate music legends and create a memorable experience for the audience, cementing her reign as one of the most exciting and amazing music performers today.
