Goodbye? Jon Bon Jovi addresses 2026 tour rumors

Singer reveals resilience after delicate surgery

Jon Bon Jovi, frontman of the iconic band Happy Jovispoke openly about the rumors that the tour announced for 2026 would be the last of the group’s career.

In a podcast interview How to Fail with Elizabeth Daythe singer of 63 years old shared details about his vocal recoverythe challenges faced after a delicate surgery in 2022 and his motivation to return to the stage.

Second Jon Bon JoviAlthough he considered never singing again, the desire to reconnect with his fans and bandmates was stronger than any physical obstacle.

The tour, titled I ride foreverwill begin in July 2026 on the legendary Madison Square GardenIn New York (USA), and will continue through other countries, including United Kingdom AND Ireland. Despite the anticipation generated by the name of the tour and the prolonged break from the last shows, Jon Bon Jovi he stated that he will return for the love of music and the connection with the audience, and not for the fame or money.

Jon Bon Jovi: “I don’t do it for the applause, I don’t do it for the money, I don’t do it for the fame.”

The singer stressed that his recovery was marked by resilience and family support. His wife, according to him, always believed in his ability to overcome challenges, even when he himself doubted it:“I’ve always been a pretty resilient guy and I’ve always had a lot of willpower. My wife said, ‘I’ll make it through willpower.’ I kept going and I fought until I got to the other side. When I couldn’t (carry out tours)because I physically couldn’t do it, it was discouraging, but I didn’t want to give up. I don’t do it for the applause, I don’t do it for the money, I don’t do it for the fame,” he said Jon Bon Jovi, reinforcing that the announced shows will be full of emotion and gratitude.

THE I ride forever will be, according to the artist, a celebration of the band’s journey and the patience of their fanswho awaited his recovery with affection and understanding. He expressed deep gratitude to the loyal fan base and the “brotherhood” which unites the members of the Happy Jovi: “I am lucky enough to be able to reach the public every evening and live this collective experience. I’m ready and excited” declared.

The statement of Jon Bon Jovi comes in response to speculation that arose after the tour was announced, especially due to the long gap since the last few shows and the surgery that affected his voice. The singer’s transparency in talking about his health and feelings reinforces the band’s commitment to their fans and to artistic authenticity.

For those who want to find out if Jon Happy Jovi is concluding his career, the answer is clear: NO. The 2026 tour will be an opportunity for reunion, celebration and renewal. Although the future is uncertain, the singer made it clear that there is still energy and desire to continue, as long as music continues to be a source of joy and connection.

“I’ve had enough of that. But I’d like to feel that joy and that energy, even if it’s just one more time. I don’t think this is a farewell tour or anything like that, but if it is, you can be sure that these few shows that I’ve announced will be filled with joy, because that gratitude, that humility, and the opportunity to go on tour and do it all over again is genuine.”the star explained.

With more than four decades on the road, hits like Living by prayer AND Bad medicine remain alive in the collective memory, and the I ride forever promises to rekindle that flame.

For fans in Brazil and around the world, the message is one of hope: Happy Jovi he’s back, and not to say goodbye, but to celebrate.

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Source: Terra

Earl

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