Gracie Abrams Drops a Bomb The Inside Scoop on Taylor Swift’s Final Show.

Gracie Abrams, the 25-year-old singer-songwriter who opened for Taylor Swift on 49 stops of the Eras Tour, is now sharing behind-the-scenes memories from the final night of the tour. The emotional end of this iconic journey, marked by the last concert in Vancouver on December 8, 2024, left fans and artists alike reflecting on the once-in-a-lifetime experience. Abrams, who had been on the road with Swift for over a year, recently opened up about the emotional atmosphere backstage and how the tour profoundly impacted her music career.

The Emotional Farewell of the Eras Tour

For Gracie Abrams, the final night of Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour felt like an emotional milestone. In an interview with NYLON published on December 17, Abrams described the atmosphere backstage as “incredibly emotional.” She recalled how it felt like the last day of school, with everyone walking around signing each other’s Eras Tour books, sharpies in hand. “Everyone had been crying all day,” she shared, highlighting the bittersweet end of an era.

As the final performance loomed, Abrams reflected on the bond she had formed not only with Taylor Swift but also with the entire tour crew. After nearly two years of touring the globe together, the closeness they had developed was palpable. “We were all walking around with Sharpies,” Abrams added, speaking to the camaraderie that had blossomed throughout the Eras Tour journey.

Learning from the Best: A Year of Observing Taylor Swift

For Gracie Abrams, the opportunity to learn from one of the best in the business was nothing short of a career-defining experience. As the opening act for Taylor Swift, Abrams had the privilege of studying Swift’s performance from every angle. “I’ve basically been studying it for a year-and-a-half,” she admitted. “Every time I’ve opened for her, I watch and learn.” Abrams revealed that even in their casual conversations about the weather, she was soaking up valuable insights that would help shape her own artistry.

The sheer scale of the Eras Tour, with its massive production and intricate performances, offered Abrams an unparalleled chance to learn. “I watched the live streams on shows that I wasn’t at,” she continued, emphasizing how deeply she studied Swift’s every move, eager to absorb all she could.

From “Good Riddance” to the Spotlight: How Touring with Swift Elevated Abrams’ Career

Before joining Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour, Gracie Abrams was still emerging as an artist, fresh off her debut album Good Riddance. However, performing at Swift’s stadium shows skyrocketed her career, with a noticeable surge in engagement as fans connected with her music. Abrams recalled how one song could make a world of difference in her visibility: “It’s funny to see what one song can do for engagement,” she shared. “In your head, you’re like, ‘Of course.’ But it’s crazy when you get to see that week-by-week in a stadium.”

The power of performing in front of tens of thousands of fans night after night, particularly in an arena shared with a pop star of Swift’s caliber, was not lost on her. “There is something really psychotic about being able to hear voices in the stadium singing [lyrics] back at you,” Abrams added. The experience was overwhelming and surreal, something she will carry with her as she continues to evolve as an artist.

A Surprise Mashup and the Joy of Performing with Taylor Swift

One of the most unforgettable moments of the Eras Tour came toward the end of the trek when Taylor Swift invited Gracie Abrams to join her on stage for a surprise mashup. The duo performed a mashup of Swift’s 1989 track “Out of the Woods” and their collaboration “Us” from Abrams’ The Secret of Us album. The surprise moment was a powerful symbol of the bond they had built over the course of the tour.

Reflecting on this experience, Abrams revealed how performing with Swift at Wembley Stadium in London was a game-changer. “To see somebody have the ability to, in a stadium, make it feel like you and her are the only two people there, that was hugely important for me to see,” she said in a previous interview with Who What Wear. The connection and energy shared between the two performers resonated deeply with Abrams, inspiring her own musical aspirations.

Looking Forward: Gracie Abrams’ Upcoming Tour

While the Eras Tour may have ended, Gracie Abrams is taking everything she learned from performing alongside Taylor Swift into her own upcoming projects. The lessons, the camaraderie, and the unforgettable performances have all contributed to her growth as an artist. Abrams will be embarking on her own tour in July 2025, taking the North American leg by storm. For Gracie Abrams, the Eras Tour wasn’t just a career milestone—it was a transformative experience that has set the stage for the next chapter in her journey.