Cyndi Lauper Announces Farewell Tour; Documentary Promises '80s Nostalgia and Teary Goodbyes

Cyndi Lauper Announces Farewell Tour; Documentary Promises '80s Nostalgia and Teary Goodbyes

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Published: 6/5/2024

In a heartfelt announcement that has left '80s music aficionados scrambling to find their crimping irons and neon leg warmers, Cyndi Lauper has revealed plans for her farewell tour, aptly named the “Girls Just Wanna Have Fun Farewell Tour.” The tour will span 23 cities in North America, beginning on October 18 in Montreal and concluding on December 5 in Chicago—a veritable road trip across the memories of a generation.

For those counting the decades on their fingers, this will be Cyndi Lauper's first major tour in over ten years. Yes, that’s right, it's been a decade since she last stopped every heart with iconic hits like "Time After Time" and "True Colors" usatoday. Apparently, even legends need a break, but now Lauper is ready to say her goodbyes and remind everyone just how much fun girls (and boys) really had in the '80s cnn.

Tickets for this bittersweet trip down memory lane will go on sale Tuesday through an artist presale, with other presales following, and general sales open on Friday cnn. So, if you want to avoid waiting so long that you've forgotten how to pronounce "She Bop," better rummage through your digital drawers for that presale code.

But that's not all! A documentary titled "Let the Canary Sing" is set to air on Paramount+ on June 4 in the US and Canada. Directed by Alison Ellwood, the film promises an in-depth look at Lauper's life and career. If you’re wondering, why didn’t they call the documentary "Girls Just Want a Documentary?" maybe the industry feels its canary metaphor sings louder usatoday.

Adding even more glitter to the farewell festivities, the documentary premiered at the Tribeca Film Festival last year nbc. Now, audiences worldwide can enjoy the rollercoaster journey of Cyndi’s career, from her breakout hit to her touching activism. Cyndi will be discussing both her tour and the documentary on "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" on Wednesday, offering a delightful opportunity to hear her stories directly from the icon's mouth cnn.

As if that’s not enough to keep Lauper devotees busy, Cyndi will participate in a handprint ceremony at TCL Chinese Theatre in Hollywood on June 4 usatoday. It’s an honor that matches her larger-than-life persona: capturing not just her legacy, but potentially, some of that '80s free spirit in cement.

Special guests for the tour will be unveiled at a later date, keeping fans guessing and holding their collective breath like they’ve just heard the opening bars of "Money Changes Everything" cnn. Whether it’s another megastar from the '80s or someone newer who carries the torch of Lauper's free-spirited ethos, the anticipation is certain to create more buzz than a Walkman at full volume.

And let's not forget Lauper's philanthropic efforts. Through her True Colors United foundation, she has championed homeless LGBTQ youth, and her Girls Just Want to Have Fundamental Rights fund has fought tirelessly for women's rights. “Where all my medals?” you might ask, Cyndi likely responding with a classic, "I don’t need medals, I have fans".

This farewell tour isn't just a nostalgia trip; it's a heartfelt thank you to those loyal fans who have “nunnohere" in the digital age. “I wanted this tour to be a bop from start to finish, a mix of old hits and surprises, and a big thank you to everyone who has supported me over the years,” said Lauper, likely tailing off with a characteristic giggle that’s endeared her to millions usatoday.

So, for anyone who ever danced the night away hoping to one day live in a “Lauper-ified” society, this is your golden ticket—or rather, your multi-tiered presale code. Cyndi Lauper’s “Girls Just Wanna Have Fun Farewell Tour” promises to be an unforgettable celebration of music, memories, and the indomitable spirit of one of pop culture’s most beloved icons. Dress code: loud and proud.