Given Rod Stewart’s legendary status in music, it is likely that very few people were surprised when he received a lifetime music award at the American Music Awards ceremony in 2025. What left people with their jaws on the floor, however, was the performance Stewart gave to accompany his award, which proved beyond doubt that even at 80 years of age, he’s still got it!
Having been watched by hundreds of thousands of people since its upload a few weeks ago, the video of Stewart’s performance has certainly been doing the rounds online, with many viewers unable to believe the quality of the singer’s voice given his age. “Rod looks amazing, imagine being 80 and moving and singing like he can,” praised one fan, whilst another referred to him as simply a “legend”.
The song in question that Stewart (who was knighted in 2016 for his services to music and charity) performs in the video is ‘Forever Young,’ a track he originally released as a single in July 1988. Originally recorded in a soft rock style, here Stewart gives the track a country twist, at one point even inviting an incredible group of female violinists on stage for a midway instrumental break.
If any Music Man readers out there are hardcore Rod Stewart fans, meanwhile, they will probably already know that this performance was not the first time the singer had made an appearance at the iconic American Music Awards ceremony. The video below shows him performing at the ceremony in 1989, giving heartfelt renditions of ‘My Heart Can’t Tell You No’ as well as… yes, you’ve guessed it, ‘Forever Young’!
Rod Stewart might be in his 80s now, but as his recent performance at the AMAs proved, he might just be one of those people who is lucky enough to look ‘forever young’! His lifetime achievement award at the ceremony was well-deserved, and we can’t wait to see what other incredible live performances this music icon has in store for us over the coming months!
Rod Stewart continues to captivate and inspire audiences with his unmatched talent and energy, proving once more that his legendary status is well-deserved. His unforgettable performance at the American Music Awards left fans in awe and has quickly become a must-watch sensation. To explore more about Rod Stewart’s enduring legacy and his latest jaw-dropping performance, check out the useful links provided below.