In a poignant conclusion to his My Way Las Vegas residency, Usher, the 45-year-old R&B sensation, bid adieu to the iconic city with a tearful and heartfelt final performance. The emotional moment captured in a fan-made video showcases Usher dropping to his knees, surrounded by his dancers and crew, during a rendition of “Without You.”
In the touching video, the seasoned performer, who began his residency in July 2022, is seen overcome with emotion as he delivers an a capella performance of the 2011 David Guetta hit. Once composed, Usher expressed gratitude to the audience, saying, “God bless you, I love you,” marking the conclusion of a chapter that began with the launch of his residency.
On social media, Usher shared a throwback video from 2004, where he discussed the prospect of a Las Vegas show. At the time, the idea of a Vegas residency was often viewed as a last resort for artists in the twilight of their careers. Usher confidently stated, “If I did decide to go to Las Vegas, it would be the most phenomenal thing you’ve ever seen in your life.”
Reflecting on his journey, he captioned the post, “I saw it then…look at me now.” Despite the initial skepticism surrounding artists performing in Vegas, Usher has clearly defied expectations with a residency that was anything but a career epilogue.
The emotional farewell in Las Vegas marks only the beginning of Usher’s upcoming ventures. The Grammy-winning artist is set to headline the Super Bowl LVIII halftime show on Feb. 11, coinciding with the release of his ninth studio album, “Coming Home.”
In a statement from September, Usher expressed his excitement about the Super Bowl performance, calling it “an honor of a lifetime” and promising a show like never before. As he transitions from the emotional farewell of his Vegas residency to the global stage of the Super Bowl, Usher continues to demonstrate that he is far from slowing down, delivering performances that captivate audiences and defy expectations.