Vocal powerhouse Taeyeon made a stunning return to Singapore with her much anticipated The TENSE concert tour, captivating fans with her stunning performances over the two show nights. She stunned the crowd with her signature blend of emotional depth and stunning performance, and with her breath-taking vocals through ballads such as “Letter to Myself” and “U R”, Taeyeon once again proved her position as one of the most formidable soloists in K-Pop.
Taeyeon’s attention to details extended beyond her vocals, with her stunning outfit changes that matched the mood and narrative of each segment. Her grand entrance during “Fabulous” saw her adorned in a shimmering gold dress and a regal goddess crown. Taeyeon then transitioned seamlessly into her high-energy dance tracks such as “Hot Mess”, donning a sleek black outfit that amped up the intensity of the crowd. We were equally impressed by her stage designs – from the dramatic curtain drop in “Cold as Hell” – which also highlighted her silhouette in a haunting visual, to symbolic props like the deer antler in “INVU” and oversized photo frames in “What Do I Call You”.
To allow fans to fully immerse themselves in her music performances, Taeyeon kept talking segments to a minimum. Still, she made sure to express her heartfelt gratitude, frequently thanking fans for their unwavering support throughout her decade-long solo career. The audience broke into chants of “Kim Tae Yeon” that visibly moved the veteran singer. Despite the limited talk time, Taeyeon’s charisma shone through in some light-hearted moments, such as when she responded to a fan’s playful dog bark by joking, “Zero doesn’t have a passport to come”, referencing to her beloved pet.
The fans’ love and dedication were on full display throughout the show, from the spirited singalongs for “I”, synchronized chants of “Kim Tae Yeon” and the thoughtfully organized events. A standout moment features the fan banners cleverly folded into envelope shapes, symbolizing a “Letter to Taeyeon”. When opened, it revealed the heartfelt message: “내 맘을 훔쳐갔으니까, 이제 책임져야지 (As you’ve caught my heart, you have to take responsibility of it)“, proving the undeniable deep connection between Taeyeon and her Singapore fans.
As much as Taeyeon enjoyed performing on the Singapore stage, the energy and affection were clearly mutual. Two nights hardly felt sufficient to showcase Taeyeon’s powerhouse vocals and the overwhelming fan support, and we are already looking forward to the days of her next return to our sunny island.
KAvenyou would like to thank iMe Singapore for the media invitation to TAEYEON CONCERT – The TENSE in SINGAPORE!
Article by: Jia Yu @ KAvenyou
Official Photos: SM Entertainment, CJ ENM, iMe Singapore
