I’ve been a fan of Bryan Adams since the moment I heard “Straight From the Heart” at a middle school dance. His hits from the Reckless album, such as “Heaven,” “Somebody,” and “Summer of ’69,” were played on repeat during my teenage years. Attending one of his concerts was a dream of mine, especially back in the ’80s. While I managed to catch performances from iconic acts like Madonna and U2, Bryan eluded me.
However, when his Reckless reunion tour rolled into town last year (on my 21st wedding anniversary, no less), I was not missing this chance. With a solid job, I could finally afford decent tickets. My husband even arranged for a babysitter, and I may or may not have taken a quick nap beforehand to prepare for the late night. Earplugs in hand, I was ready for an unforgettable experience.
The concert did not disappoint. It was not only entertaining but also enlightening. Here are some takeaways from that memorable night:
- Inside all of us is a latent teenager, regardless of our age. It was delightful to see fellow concert-goers, adorned in vintage jellies and neon accessories, fully embracing the moment.
- The sight of a minivan with a stick-figure family unloading a car full of 40- and 50-somethings heading to a Bryan Adams concert was almost as amusing as similar scenes involving tweens at a boy band concert.
- It turns out that middle-aged folks are just as interested in unwinding with a drink and a little weed as anyone else.
- There’s something about live music that brings you to life in a way that mundane tasks like cleaning up cat messes or doing laundry simply cannot.
- Regardless of age, the hope remains that your favorite artist will somehow notice you in the crowd and become your friend. (And no, not in a romantic way—I’m well aware Bryan Adams is much shorter than me!)
- When it comes to choosing dancers on stage, big boobs seem to take the win. Bryan certainly had a preference when selecting someone to dance during “If Ya Wanna Be Bad, Ya Gotta Be Good.”
- Rock stars live a life where concerts are routine, much like how labor and delivery nurses and car salespeople approach their jobs.
- “Summer of ’69” still reigns supreme as an all-time classic.
Reflecting on that concert fills me with joy, and it stands out as one of my favorite memories from the past year. Now, back to reality—dinner needs cooking, the kids have hockey practice soon, and there’s a mysterious odor wafting from the back seat of my minivan that requires investigation. As Bryan would say, “It isn’t too hard to see we’re in Heaven.”
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In summary, attending a Bryan Adams concert was not only a nostalgic experience but also a reminder of the joy music brings to life, regardless of age or circumstance.