Tampa Witnessed an Evanescence Moment Fans Waited 20 Years For

Twenty years after the release of The Open Door, Evanescence gave fans in Tampa a moment many thought would never happen.

During the band’s June 12, 2026 performance at the MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Amphitheatre, Amy Lee and company surprised the crowd by performing “Like You” live for the very first time. Originally released on The Open Door in 2006, the emotional fan favorite had never appeared in an Evanescence setlist—until now.

As soon as the opening notes began, a wave of excitement swept through the audience. Longtime fans immediately recognized the deep cut, while others stood in stunned silence, realizing they were witnessing a piece of Evanescence history unfold in real time.

Written during one of the most personal chapters of Amy Lee’s life, “Like You” has long been regarded as one of the most emotional songs in the band’s catalog. For two decades, fans wondered if it would ever be performed live. On Friday night in Tampa, that question was finally answered.

Amy’s haunting vocals filled the amphitheatre as the crowd listened intently, many singing along to every word. The performance carried a unique emotional weight, transforming the venue into one of the most memorable stops of Evanescence’s 2026 tour.

In a year already filled with surprises, the live debut of “Like You” instantly became one of the most talked-about moments among fans. Social media quickly lit up with reactions, with many calling it a dream come true after waiting twenty years to hear the song performed on stage.

Two decades after The Open Door first arrived, Evanescence unlocked one of its last remaining mysteries—and Tampa was there to witness it.