Taylor Swift’s longtime bassist, Amos Heller, is reflecting on what he calls “the ride of a lifetime” as he wraps up his incredible journey on the Eras Tour. After more than 15 years by Swift’s side, Heller took to Instagram to share his thoughts on the final show, which took place in Vancouver on December 8. Spanning five continents, dozens of cities, and an epic 152 performances, the Eras Tour has officially come to an end, leaving behind a legacy as the highest-grossing concert tour of all time.
In a heartfelt post, the 47-year-old musician gave fans a rare peek behind the curtain of life on the road with one of the world’s biggest pop stars. Alongside photos of his time on stage, including a sweet shot of Swift leaning on his shoulder during the Fearless section of the show, Heller described the highs, the challenges, and the unforgettable memories.
“It’s over,” he wrote. “No more airport lines, no more lugging bags up escalators, no more jet lag. No more counting down days until I’m back with my family. It’s done.” Heller reminisced about moments that defined his time on tour—visiting bass shops in Australia, getting tattoos in Ireland, exploring watch factories in Switzerland, and soaking in the beauty of places like Tokyo, Amsterdam, and Rio.
For Heller, each night felt like stepping into a gladiator arena, with the energy of screaming fans and shared moments that brought strangers together. “We watched it all unfold—from the ‘What if?’ phase to the final bow. Now the record books are closed, and I’ve come out changed—as a performer, a person, and a partner,” he reflected. He described sinking to his knees backstage after the final curtain, overwhelmed by the experience of living what felt like a lifetime in these two years.
Heller also shared a touching message for Taylor herself, praising her focus, heart, and ability to inspire those around her. “Thank you for trusting me with my part of your vision. It was the ride of a lifetime. I love you,” he wrote, signing off with “Long live,” a nod to one of Swift’s beloved songs.
The sentiment in his post was echoed by others who worked on the tour, including dancer Kam Saunders, who praised Heller for his humor, kindness, and talent. Beyond the emotional goodbyes, the Eras Tour left a massive mark on the industry. Swift reportedly distributed $197 million in bonuses to the team that made it all happen—everyone from truck drivers and caterers to choreographers and stagehands.
The numbers behind the tour are jaw-dropping. Selling over $2 billion in tickets, it more than doubled the gross sales of any other concert tour in history. It even sparked the release of Taylor Swift | The Eras Tour Book, which became the biggest publishing success of the year with 814,000 copies sold in just two days.
As Taylor steps off the stage, she’s gearing up for another big moment. With six Grammy nominations, including Album of the Year, she’s poised for yet another chapter in her extraordinary career. For now, though, she’s taking a well-earned moment to rest and reflect, grateful for the love and support that fueled this unforgettable journey.
