About the Performance
Presented by Ravinia and
Multi-platinum, 12-time Grammy Award-winning artist John Legend brings his signature soul and storytelling to Ravinia for a special night honoring the 20th anniversary of his debut album, Get Lifted.
Since its release in 2004, Get Lifted has cemented its place as a modern R&B classic, introducing the world to Legend’s velvety vocals, timeless melodies, and heartfelt lyricism. Now, two decades later, he’s revisiting the album with a special anniversary edition, featuring 11 bonus tracks, including eight brand-new remixes and rare B-sides.
As part of this landmark celebration, Legend takes the stage to deliver an evening of soulful crooning, melodic introspection, and musical nostalgia, bringing fresh energy to the songs that launched his legendary career. Reflecting on the album’s legacy, Legend shares, “I’m so thrilled to be celebrating 20 years of the album that introduced me to the world. Get Lifted has always meant so much to me and to so many of my fans and supporters. I’m so grateful for the career that this album launched. These last 20 years have taken me far beyond my wildest dreams.”
Legend continues, “Revisiting the original album and some of the unreleased songs from that era has been such a meaningful experience. Reinvigorating the music with fresh remixes and collaborations featuring some of my favorite artists makes this celebration even more special.”
Don’t miss this once-in-a-lifetime concert experience, as John Legend takes Ravinia audiences on a journey through the music that started it all—a night of nostalgia and soul under the stars.