From Burnout to Ballads - Lets delve into Lewis Capaldi's triumphant 2025 comeback
After nearly two years away from the spotlight, Lewis Capaldi is officially stepping back into the music world.
His final public appearance was at Glastonbury 2023, where he visibly struggled to finish his set and his fans famously sang the lyrics for him when he couldn't.
Following the heartbreaking performance, the star confirmed that he would be taking some time away from the spotlight, even pulling out of Electric Picnic that same year. After nearly two years away from the spotlight, Lewis Capaldi is officially stepping back into the music world. Pic: Anthony Harvey/Shutterstock
His return is not just a musical moment, but an emotional one, marking the end of a deeply personal chapter in the Scottish singer-songwriter's life.
Now, to fully understand the weight of his comeback, we need to revisit why he stepped away in the first place.
At the time, Capaldi stunned fans when he announced he would be cancelling upcoming tour dates, citing the toll that fame, relentless touring, and his struggles with Tourette's syndrome and anxiety had taken on his mental health. His final public appearance was at Glastonbury 2023, where he visibly struggled to finish his set and his fans famously sang the lyrics for him when he couldn't. Pic:Capaldi had always been honest about the pressure he felt to deliver, especially after the runaway success of his debut album Divinely Uninspired to a Hellish Extent, alas his candor didn't make the weight any easier to carry.
Taking to X at the time, Lewis extended his thanks to Glastonbury organisers as well as his audience 'for singing along when I needed it.'
Writing that 'this probably won't come as a surprise', Lewis announced he would be taking a break from touring. View this post on Instagram
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'I used to be able to enjoy every second of shows like this and I'd hoped 3 weeks away would sort me out,' he explained.
'But the truth is I'm still learning to adjust to the impact of my Tourette's and on Saturday it became obvious that I need to spend much more time getting my mental and physical health in order, so I can keep doing everything I love for a long time to come.'
The star acknowledged being 'fortunate' to take leave, and thanked his family and friends as well as the medical professionals who have helped him along the way. Following the heartbreaking performance, the star confirmed that he would be taking some time away from the spotlight, even pulling out of Electric Picnic that same year. Pic:'I'm so incredibly sorry to everyone who had planned to come to a show before the end of the year but I need to feel well to perform at the standard you all deserved,' he apologised.
'Playing for you every night is all I've every dreamed of so this has been the most difficult decision of my life. I'll be back as soon as I possible can.'
Earlier that same month Lewis donated £50,000 (€58,000) to the ISPCC (Irish Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children after a statement confirmed the singer would not be able to attend FM104's The Gig at the Olympia Theatre 'due to illness.'
Now, the beloved star has shocked fans by returning with new music which reflects on this time of his life.
Lewis dropped his new track, Survive, early on Friday morning, leaving his dedicated fans delighted.
'Most nights I fear that I'm not enough, I've had my share of Monday mornings when I can't get up,' he sings in the candid and vulnerable track.
However, the track does have its lighter moments, proving Capaldi truly can weather any storm; 'I swear to God I'll survive, if it kills me to, I'm gonna' get up and try, if it's the last thing I'll do.'
Delighted to have you back Lewis!
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