Ellie Goulding has officially resumed touring after being diagnosed with severe insomnia and exhaustion a few weeks ago. She made her return on July 31st at the Lollapalooza Festival in Chicago.
The 29-year-old pop star previously had to cancel two festival performances after being advised to stay home by medical professionals. In fact, she was told that exhausting her voice any further could cause permanent damage to her vocal cords.
The Love Me Like You Do hitmaker took a short vacation to Saint Tropez in France before stepping back on stage.
After delivering an energetic set (including a short stint on the drums) Goulding shared her joy about resuming what she loves doing most.
She stated on Twitter: “Best show of the year damn @lollapalooza (sic)”
This followed by an Instagram post, adding: “I know people use this world for so many differed reasons … But I am BLESS-ED. What a night @lolapalooza (sic)”
Goulding took part in nearly 100 performances in 2016. Her unexpected diagnosis led to her feeling frustrated, but acknowledged the need to recuperate.
She stated: “My doctor said my voice might not bounce back. They did a bunch of tests on me and I have been diagnosed with exhaustion. I’m a hard worker. I don’t cancel anything unless I really need to, but my doctor said, ‘Ellie, your voice is going to burn out’. Glastonbury was the point where I realized I was pretty exhausted. It’s all good though – I’m feeling really positive about the rest of the year.”
The artist will soon travel to New Zealand and Australia later this year to continue her world tour.