The R&B icon behing the hit “I Try” will take the Coca-Cola Arena stage on 29 August.
Amidst the political shake-ups, natural disasters, and Y2K panic that pervaded the year 1999 was Macy Gray, a breath of fresh air with her raspy voice and uninhibited persona. The American singer-songwriter released her debut studio album On How Life Is in July 1999 and, in no time, the track “I Try” became the anthem for optimism everywhere. The triple-platinum album, meanwhile, remains her bestselling release to date (3.4 million copies in the United States and seven million copies worldwide).
Now, marking the 25th anniversary of this international success, Gray has embarked on a world tour, and her pit stop in Dubai has just been confirmed. The R&B icon will perform at Coca-Cola Arena for one night only, lighting up the stage on Friday, 29 August with a special performance of her landmark debut album. Anchored in On How Life Is redefining soul for a new generation, this nostalgia-packed concert is part of the ongoing Dubai Summer Surprises, a citywide combination of sales, staycation offers, prize draws, and live entertainment that spans over eight weeks in a row.
Over her celebrated career, Gray has sold over 25 million albums worldwide, earned five Grammy nominations, and won Best Pop Vocal Performance for “I Try”. Known for her powerful stage presence, raw emotional delivery, and soulful authenticity, she continues to captivate audiences around the world. Fans can expect a soulful setlist packed with timeless hits such as “Still”, “Why Didn’t You Call Me”, “Beauty in the World”, and more — all performed live with her band, The California Jet Club. Ranging in price from AED 99 (Bronze) to AED 399 (Diamond L1), tickets are available now at coca-cola-arena.com.
Discover: Macy Gray. Coca-Cola Arena, City Walk, Dubai. @macygray @cocacolaarena
