What makes an artist worthy of admiration? It’s not just about their talent; it’s also about how they treat their fans. Garth Brooks is an ideal example.
First, let me talk about the story of an old woman named Laura, who participated in Brooks’ concert.
Laura, born in Louisiana in the late 1920s, experienced the hardships of the Great Depression and World War II as a teenager. In the early 1950s, she met her true love, with whom she settled down and raised a family.
However, life took a difficult turn when her husband, her partner for over 60 years, passed away. During this challenging time, Laura found solace in the unwavering support of her daughters and granddaughters.
For her 89th birthday, Laura’s daughters orchestrated a special treat to lift her spirits: tickets to a Lafayette concert featuring Garth Brooks, one of her beloved musicians. It later became one of the most memorable experiences in her life.
Laura hadn’t been to a concert in over 40 years, not since she saw Elvis Presley.
The concert was filled with excitement as Garth Brooks took the stage, launching into his hit songs. Amid the crowd, Laura held a large cardboard sign, “Elvis was my last concert” that caught Garth Brooks’s attention.
Stepping off the stage, he approached Laura, asking, “How you doin’? You doin’ good?” The crowd erupted into cheers.
After inquiring about Elvis, one of his musical heroes, Brooks asked her what song she’d like to hear. Instead of an Elvis classic, she chose Brooks’s own hit, “If Tomorrow Never Comes.” As he performed, Laura, her daughter, and the entire audience were moved to tears.
Even Brooks himself admitted, “Oh, I’m gonna start crying.”
The evening became even more memorable when Brooks passed his guitar to Laura, making it one of her most cherished birthday gifts. He then returned to the stage, leaving a lasting impression on Laura’s heart.