Cliff Richard Shines with “My Kind of Life” — A Joyful Celebration at Melbourne’s Palais Theatre, 2025 Can’t Stop Me Now Tour
If ever there was a song that summed up Sir Cliff Richard’s spirit, it was “My Kind of Life.” During his 2025 “Can’t Stop Me Now” Tour, the moment he launched into this upbeat 1977 favorite at the Palais Theatre in Melbourne, the entire room lit up — not just with lights, but with joy. It was Cliff at his most relaxed, most radiant, and most true to himself.
The night had already been filled with nostalgia and magic — from the high-octane rock of “Move It” to the emotion of “Ocean Deep.” But when the familiar guitar riff of “My Kind of Life” began, the energy in the theatre shifted once again. Cliff, smiling broadly, tapped the mic stand in rhythm as the crowd erupted into cheers. “Let’s have a bit of fun, Melbourne!” he called out, and the audience needed no second invitation.
The band kicked in, crisp and vibrant, and Cliff’s voice — warm, lively, and unmistakably his — carried through the hall with ease. He moved across the stage with that trademark confidence, a man utterly in his element. “I’ve built my world around you, and I want you to know…” he sang, the lyrics radiating positivity and gratitude.
Fans of every age were on their feet — some dancing, others clapping in rhythm, all smiling. Cliff beamed as he pointed to the balcony, where fans waved banners and Union Jack flags. “This is what I call my kind of life!” he joked mid-song, earning a wave of laughter and applause.
The atmosphere was pure joy — celebratory yet sincere. The lighting bathed the stage in warm gold, and the sound was crisp and full, filling every corner of the historic Palais Theatre. Cliff’s connection with his fans — built over 65 years — felt as strong as ever. It wasn’t just nostalgia; it was shared happiness, the kind that comes from decades of memories and music made together.
As the song neared its end, Cliff added a playful flourish, holding the final note longer than expected. The crowd responded instantly — clapping, cheering, some even whistling — until he grinned and shrugged, “Still got it!” The theatre roared.
When the music finally stopped, the applause was thunderous. Cliff looked out over the sea of smiling faces and said, “You know, after all these years, I still can’t believe I get to do this — this is my kind of life.” It was a statement that perfectly captured the essence of the moment: gratitude, joy, and an undimmed passion for performing.
As the show continued into its closing numbers, that performance of “My Kind of Life” lingered in the air — a reminder of everything Cliff Richard stands for: optimism, humility, and the sheer, unstoppable love of music.
In Melbourne, under the warm glow of the Palais lights, it wasn’t just another song on the setlist. It was a celebration — of a career, a journey, and a life lived doing exactly what he was born to do.
And as the crowd chanted his name long after the final chord faded, one thing was crystal clear: this is still, and always will be, Cliff Richard’s kind of life.