Brazilian singer Jão sent a direct message to Elton John before the British star's show at Rock in Rio. Before Monday's performance, Jão posted a video at the piano saying "Hi, Elton John. Can't wait to hear this live tonight," showing his anticipation to see the artist on stage.
Elton John was the main act on the festival's Mundo Stage, in one of the most anticipated performances of the 2026 edition of Rock in Rio. The show was part of an evening that also featured performances by Gilberto Gil, Jon Batiste, and Luísa Sonza.
Jão's admiration for Elton John is not recent. In 2022, the Brazilian singer had already participated in an event related to the British artist, as mentioned in the article, indicating a long-term relationship between the two musicians.




