Adele has always had a special way of connecting with her audience, both through her soulful music and her heartfelt stage presence. But over the weekend, the 36-year-old “Easy On Me” singer shared some news that left fans both surprised and saddened. While performing during her residency in Germany, Adele revealed that she would soon be taking an indefinite hiatus from her music career.
The announcement came on Saturday (August 31), during the final show of her 10-performance run in Munich. As she addressed the crowd, Adele spoke about her plans to step back from the music industry after completing her Las Vegas residency. “I have 10 shows to do, but after that, I will not see you for an incredibly long time,” she told the audience, her voice tinged with emotion. “And I will hold you dear in my heart.”
For fans who have been following Adele’s journey, this news isn’t entirely out of the blue. The Grammy-winning artist has hinted at taking a break from music before, but this time it feels more definitive. With just a handful of performances left in her Vegas residency—which resumes on October 25 and wraps up on November 23—Adele is making it clear that she’s ready for some time away from the spotlight.
In a recent interview with German station ZDF, Adele elaborated on her plans for the future, or rather, the lack thereof. “I don’t have any plans for new music, at all. I want a big break after this and I think I want to do other creative things, just for a little while,” she shared. It’s a sentiment that many artists can relate to—after years of pouring her heart and soul into her music, Adele seems to be craving a different kind of creative outlet.
This decision to take a step back is undoubtedly bittersweet for her fans, who have grown accustomed to the emotional depth and raw honesty that Adele brings to her music. Since bursting onto the scene with her debut album 19 in 2008, Adele has become one of the most beloved and successful artists of her generation. Her powerful voice and poignant lyrics have earned her countless awards, including multiple Grammys, and her albums have sold millions of copies worldwide.
However, as much as fans might miss her, it’s clear that Adele’s decision comes from a place of self-care and a desire to explore new creative avenues. It’s also worth noting that this isn’t the first time she has taken a break from music. After the release of her third album, 25, in 2015, Adele stepped away from the industry for several years before returning with her fourth album, 30, in 2021. That hiatus allowed her to recharge and return stronger than ever—a pattern that may well repeat itself this time around.
While Adele’s hiatus from music is certainly a loss for the industry, there’s a silver lining for her fans. During her Munich residency, Adele shared some very exciting personal news: she’s getting married to Rich Paul! The news came out in the most Adele-like way possible—while interacting with a fan at her third Munich concert on August 9. After the fan proposed to her, Adele responded with her trademark wit and charm, saying, “I can’t marry you, because I’m already getting married. But I appreciate it very, very much.” The crowd erupted in cheers, thrilled to hear about the happy news.
As Adele prepares to say goodbye to the stage, at least for now, her fans are left with a mix of emotions. There’s sadness at the thought of not hearing new music from her for a long time, but also happiness knowing that she’s taking time for herself and stepping into a new chapter of her life. And while it may be a while before she returns to the studio, there’s no doubt that when she does, she’ll come back stronger and more inspired than ever.
