Jung Yong-hwa Celebrates 10 Years Solo with 'Director's Cut' Concert, Promises Lifelong Music for Fans
CNBLUE's Jung Yong-hwa has successfully wrapped up his solo concert, "2025 JUNG YONG HWA LIVE 'Director's Cut : Our Fine Days'," a heartfelt celebration of his remarkable 10-year solo career. Held from July 18th to 20th at Olympic Hall in Olympic Park, Seoul, the concert was a deeply personal journey through his musical path, shared intimately with his devoted fans. The show opened with Yong-hwa walking towards a stage emblazoned with "Our Fine Days," symbolizing his decade-long journey, and began with "One Fine Day," the title track from his first solo album. Emotional visuals of his past and present self intertwined on screen, adding a touching layer to the performance.
A Rich Setlist and Dazzling Stagecraft
Jung Yong-hwa curated a rich setlist that revisited his solo endeavors, filling the concert with powerful performances. He energized the audience with major hits like "Your City," "You, Me, Us," "On Your Time," "Energy," "For First-Time Lovers (Banmal Song)," and "You've Fallen for Me." He also delivered warm energy with songs like "Letter" and "Glory Days," which were performed in Korean for the first time. The concert also marked the highly anticipated first live performances of all tracks from his recently released third mini-album, "One Last Day." A particularly memorable moment was the grand finale of his new song "Night Runner (Shooting Star)," where Yong-hwa was covered in golden glitter as he disappeared into the silence, creating a truly cinematic and unforgettable ending.
Heartfelt Gratitude and a Lifelong Promise to Fans
As he had promised, Jung Yong-hwa delivered a truly "Jung Yong-hwa-esque" concert, gifting fans with a meaningful and authentic experience. Fans were visibly moved, shedding tears while also cheering enthusiastically, celebrating a decade of shared memories. Responding to overwhelming encore requests, Yong-hwa performed for an additional hour, including a double encore, bringing the movie-like concert to a powerful close. He expressed his profound gratitude to his fans, saying, "I'm so happy and grateful to have held this meaningful 10th-anniversary solo concert. Preparing for this show, I looked back at the past 10 years and realized there were so many happy moments, and I wanted to capture all of them in this performance. I believe the way I can repay the love I've received is to sing for the rest of my life. Please look forward to my future albums and music activities, and let's remember this moment and meet again in 10 years."
Asia Tour Kicks Off Next Month
Following his successful Seoul concerts, Jung Yong-hwa is set to embark on an Asia tour of the same name, starting in August. He will meet his global fans in Tokyo, followed by Osaka, Macau, Kuala Lumpur, and Taipei. This tour promises to extend the celebration of his 10-year solo journey to fans across Asia.
What was your favorite moment from Jung Yong-hwa's solo career, or what are you looking forward to most from his upcoming Asia tour? Share your thoughts in the comments below!
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