In a thrilling announcement for fans of pop icon Cher, the legendary singer has shared a live rendition of her debut solo hit, “All I Really Want To Do,” as the lead preview track from her upcoming remastered live album, The Farewell Tour. This marks the first time the album, originally released on CD in 2003, will be available on digital streaming platforms and vinyl, set for release on September 25, 2025. The Bob Dylan-penned song, which launched Cher’s solo career in 1965, gets a fresh, electrifying live treatment that captures the energy of her record-breaking tour.
All I Really Want to Do (Live) – 2025 Remaster
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The Origins of “All I Really Want To Do”
Originally written by folk legend Bob Dylan and featured on his 1964 album Another Side of Bob Dylan, “All I Really Want To Do” became Cher’s breakthrough as a solo artist. Released in the summer of 1965 under her then-moniker Cherilyn, the track climbed to No. 15 on the Billboard Hot 100, showcasing her distinctive contralto voice and setting the stage for a decades-spanning career. The song’s playful lyrics about friendship over romance resonated with audiences, and Cher’s upbeat pop interpretation contrasted with Dylan’s more subdued folk style, helping it stand out in the mid-1960s music scene.
Cher has revisited the track throughout her career, but this live version from The Farewell Tour infuses it with the maturity and stage presence she honed over years of performing. It’s a nod to her roots while demonstrating her enduring vocal power.
The Farewell Tour: A Historic Spectacle
The Farewell Tour album documents Cher’s Living Proof: The Farewell Tour, which ran from 2002 to 2005 and spanned an astonishing 325 shows across multiple continents. Recorded during a concert at the American Airlines Arena in Miami on November 7, 2002, the album captures the essence of what was billed as Cher’s final tour—though she would later return to the stage. The tour set a Guinness World Record for the “Highest Grossing Tour by a Female Artist” at the time, grossing over $250 million and drawing millions of fans.
The setlist is a comprehensive journey through Cher’s illustrious catalog, blending hits from her Sonny & Cher days, solo triumphs, and later dance anthems. Tracks include early classics like “Bang Bang (My Baby Shot Me Down)” and “Half-Breed,” alongside 1990s power ballads such as “If I Could Turn Back Time” and her global smash “Believe.” The tour also featured tributes to The Sonny and Cher Comedy Hour, with elaborate costumes, choreography, and multimedia elements that made it a theatrical extravaganza.
The 2025 Remaster and Expanded Edition
For its digital and vinyl debut, The Farewell Tour has been remastered and expanded with three bonus tracks previously exclusive to the Emmy Award-winning concert film of the same name: “Save Up All Your Tears,” “We All Sleep Alone,” and “A Different Kind of Love Song.” The vinyl edition will be pressed on striking hot pink and purple 2LP discs, available exclusively through Cher’s official store and select retailers.
The full tracklist for the remastered album is as follows:
| Track No. | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | I Still Haven’t Found What I’m Looking For |
| 2 | Song for the Lonely |
| 3 | All or Nothing |
| 4 | I Found Someone |
| 5 | Bang Bang (My Baby Shot Me Down) |
| 6 | All I Really Want To Do |
| 7 | Half-Breed |
| 8 | Gypsys, Tramps & Thieves |
| 9 | Dark Lady |
| 10 | Take Me Home |
| 11 | The Way of Love |
| 12 | After All |
| 13 | Just Like Jesse James |
| 14 | Heart of Stone |
| 15 | The Shoop Shoop Song (It’s in His Kiss) |
| 16 | Strong Enough |
| 17 | If I Could Turn Back Time |
| 18 | Believe |
| 19 | Save Up All Your Tears* |
| 20 | We All Sleep Alone* |
| 21 | A Different Kind of Love Song* |
(*Bonus tracks)
“All I Really Want To Do (Live)” appears as track 6, but its selection as the preview single highlights its significance as a cornerstone of Cher’s career. Described in promotional materials as “showstopping and stunning,” the live recording showcases Cher’s commanding stage presence, backed by a full band and the roar of an adoring crowd.
Why This Single Matters Now
Releasing “All I Really Want To Do (Live)” ahead of the album serves as a bridge between Cher’s past and present. At 79, Cher remains a cultural force, recently inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and continuing to influence new generations through her music, activism, and unapologetic persona. This live version reminds listeners of her folk-pop beginnings while fitting seamlessly into the high-energy context of her farewell performances.
Fans have already expressed excitement online, with many praising the timeless quality of the track and the crisp remastering. As Cher herself might say, if she could turn back time, this single proves she doesn’t need to—her legacy endures vibrantly in the here and now.
The full album drops on September 25, 2025, promising a nostalgic yet fresh listening experience for both longtime devotees and newcomers. In the meantime, stream “All I Really Want To Do (Live)” and relive the magic of one of music’s most enduring icons.
