Guide to John Legend's Get Lifted 20th Anniversary Tour at Barclays Center

The EGOT-winning singer, songwriter, and musician comes to the Brooklyn arena for one night only this November in celebration of his award-winning debut album.

Erin CavotoAugust 25, 2025, 04:00

Whether you know him as a coach on The Voice, Jesus in NBC’s Jesus Christ Superstar Live in Concert, or the genius behind his early career hits, John Legend is undoubtedly a force to be reckoned with not only in the music world, but also in film, television, and on stage.

Legend is known for his soulful voice and skillful storytelling through his songs, which he has written for top recording artists including himself, and his masterful piano playing, which he began at age 4. The EGOT (Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, and Tony) winner, who in 2018 became the first Black man to earn the highly coveted title, has a massive discography that spans genres like R&B, hip-hop, pop, and soul.

Now, Legend celebrates the album that started it all with an anniversary world tour for his 2004 Grammy Award-winning debut Get Lifted. Join Legend for an unforgettable night honoring one of his most beloved albums and hear it in its entirety, along with other hits from later in his career.

If you’re planning on grabbing tickets to the show at New York City's Barclays Center on November 4, learn more about the John Legend Get Lifted 20th Anniversary Tour here, with important details you’ll want to know ahead of time.

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What album is John Legend touring?

John Legend is currently touring his debut album Get Lifted. The tour marks its 20th anniversary, celebrating the album that earned Legend his first Grammy nominations — and wins — in 2004. In addition to winning the Grammy for Best R&B Album, Get Lifted also features Legend’s breakout single “Ordinary People,” which won for Best Male R&B Vocal Performance. Legend also won the Grammy for Best New Artist.

The album also features popular songs like “Used to Love U,” “Number One,” and “So High,” all of which will be heard during the show, as Legend performs Get Lifted in its entirety with other career hits and covers mixed in.

Where in NYC is John Legend performing?

John Legend will be performing at Brooklyn’s Barclays Center on November 4. The Barclays Center offers wheelchair and companion seating on all levels, and the venue’s bathrooms are all accessible. Barclays also allows service animals.

The venue offers a sensory room for guests who need a quieter space as well as free bags filled with items to help with people experiencing sensory overload. Additionally, Barclays offers assistive listening devices. Please visit the Barclays Center website for more information.

What is the runtime of John Legend’s Get Lifted 20th Anniversary Tour?

The Get Lifted 20th Anniversary Tour will run approximately 2 hours with no intermission.

What is the age recommendation for John Legend’s Get Lifted 20th Anniversary Tour?

There is no age limit for John Legend’s Get Lifted 20th Anniversary Tour, so fans can feel free to bring children to the John Legend performance. Barclays Center allows children under the age of 2 to attend without a ticket, although they must sit on the lap of a ticketed adult.

What is John Legend’s music genre?

John Legend's soulful music spans genres including R&B, hip-hop, pop, and soul. He is most famous for playing the piano while singing, and his soft, easy-listening music touches on topics from love and romance to social justice issues.

He has also written and performed songs for movies, such as “Glory,” co-written with rapper Common for the movie Selma, and a version of “Beauty and the Beast,” which he performed with Ariana Grande for the 2017 live-action remake of the animated Disney classic.

What can I expect at a John Legend show?

While you can always expect a jaw-dropping performance from Legend at any of his concerts, the Get Lifted Tour is particularly special. Because he’ll be playing his debut album in its entirety, Legend is revisiting songs he hasn’t performed in years, putting fresh spins on old hits. He told People, “We’re playing the entire Get Lifted album live, with some new touches, some surprise guests, and plenty of love.”

In addition to Get Lifted, Legend also performs some of his most popular songs from throughout his career, along with covers of songs by other R&B artists.

Who else will be performing at John Legend’s Get Lifted 20th Anniversary Tour?

There are no opening acts listed yet for the Get Lifted 20th Anniversary Tour. However, Legend told People there will be surprise guests, so you never know who might show up. After all, he’s collaborated with a slew of major recording artists, including The Roots, Common, Alicia Keys, and many more.

Has John Legend performed live in NYC before?

John Legend has performed in New York City numerous times throughout his career. He’s played Madison Square Garden several times on various tours, plus Radio City Music Hall, the Beacon Theatre, Barclays Center, and many other smaller venues throughout the city.

How to get John Legend tickets at Barclays Center

As a special night honoring John Legend’s debut album, the Get Lifted 20th Anniversary Tour is a must-see for fans of the illustrious musician. Get tickets via New York Theatre Guide to see John Legend at the Barclays Center this November.