All I can say is WOW.
I have wanted to play the State Theatre for 15 years – since I came to Sydney for the first time and drove past it! I had the pleasure of performing there about 11 years ago – for a Channel 10 tv special paying tribute to Burt Bacharach, and I got to perform ‘What The World Needs Now’ for Mr Bacharach himself. (TOTAL pinch me moment!) I’ve seen many shows there, including the incredible Tina Arena – so to play my very own show there was a dream come true.
Then came time for the actual show…and my oh my…walking in to the venue and sound checking, setting up and getting ready…I was SO NERVOUS! And as I walked out on the stage and sang my first line…the hand I was holding my microphone in, was SHAKING! But as soon as I heard your cheers, that nervous energy turned in to adrenaline and I just went HARD and gave you the best show I could possibly give you! I left EVERYTHING on that stage and you gave me SO MUCH LOVE! The best crowd of my career! There was so much love in that room and I think every single person felt it! Thank you so much for turning up and opening your hearts and letting go. I never take you guys for granted and I am so thankful for your love and support – and the fact that after 15 years I can still feel as nervous and excited as I was that very first time I walked out on to the stage on the first live final of Australian Idol to sing ‘Hopelessly Devoted To You’ – IS INSANE! I work hard to make music that you love and that speaks to you and your struggles, and I can promise you, I am trying my hardest to get some new music to you ASAP!!!
After the show – you guys sent me so many pictures, so I thought I’d share some of my faves here for you guys to see! Once again, THANK YOU for your love & support & loyalty…you mean the world to me.
Love, Ricki-Lee xxx
