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WINGS Tour in MNL: Concert Experience

By Erika

I started attending concerts since 2010 but I must say, Wings Tour (and HYYH actually) is one of the most memorable and longest hangover I've experienced so far. If you're a fan who deeply understands their music, I don't need to explain, and if you're not, I can't easily explain.

So I don't remember everything that happened in the concert but I do have the memory of being an emotional potaeto, especially it was the time I was lowkey having difficulties and it was a perfect timing to loosen up and to be inspired.

Mini Birthday Celebration

I came with my two girls, Jen & Rej but we were separated since Jen got PR and Rej & I got two slots for Standing on May 7, 2017. Before we all entered MOA Arena, we ate lunch at Healthy Shabu-Shabu (Thanks for the treat Jen!) then we accompanied Jen to the PR entrance since they need to start earlier than us for the soundcheck. It was a first to attend concert without her beside me so I'm like ㅠㅠ.

Moving on, since Rej and I were left, we went to SMX (and there was a feast, sayang) to freshen up and wee all what I can wee, haha! If you're always thirsty like me, welcome to the family! BUT I'M THIRSTIER WITH BANGTAN, SO HERE WE GO. 💃

Preparation

Skipping the long wait while at the queue, when we got into the venue, we were close enough to the extended stage and we're at the back with fellow funny ARMYs who were telling jokes about Bangtan so I DIDN'T MIND. 😂 Then I prepared all my weapons an ARMY should have, heh. I got my ARMY Bomb and my phone. That's all! 'Cause it's hard to move when you're literally bumping everyone else.

Since I don't remember the sequence and everything, I'll just point out my highlights!

Dim the lights!

❄ Not Today Oh my gosh, I went straight to section B from D (there was no barricade by the way)! It's hilarious but when you're fan you do crazy things. They always perform at the main stage but I HAD TO SEE THEM CLOSE WITH NOT TODAY. That's just my jam! I can't believe I saw that live.

❄ Begin Jungkook started the solo performances and I DID NOT EXPECT THE SONG WOULD BE PERFECT TO DANCE TO (with JK it's perfect of course). His voice sounded the same with what they’ve recorded for the album but with extra breaths which made it hot. LOL HELLO SPG. And the lights were perfect. Oh, I can't help but notice these things as well.

❄ First Love If you know me, I love Yoongi. His performance was magical - that word popped into my head when he started singing. I don't know why but he has a different effect on me. Maybe because I know his songs have always something to do with his experiences, I know they all are but he's...different.

❄ Lie Caught in a lie~ I was pretty distant from the stage at that time but I definitely saw Jimin being lifted like a diva!

❄ Reflection Omg I don't remember much but I remember I stopped being busy with my phone's camera and enjoyed it. And there was a time I thought he was lip syncing because as I watching him on the screen, his voice didn't match his mouth movements but I figured there's always a delay. Oops. 😶

❄ Stigma This was one of the things I'm looking forward to! I was trying to look at him but all I saw was arms, phones and a little Taehyungie nailing the high notes. 😭 Again, I dropped my phone and just sang with him.. And that very manly voice when he said, Why did you do that to me then?/geu ttae nahante wae geuraesseo? GOODBYE.

❄ MAMA I was surprised to see Hobi at the front stage near us and he was the only one among the members who performed there. It was a fun stage and he was wearing this shiny clothes while dancing and when he went to the main, like everyone else, he sang in a capella and the camera was focusing on his face, I WAS STARING AT HIM VIA SCREEN AND I THOUGHT HE'S GONNA CRY. I swear, I saw his sincerity in his eyes. Omg that moment was too precious. 💖

❄ Awake Okay, last but not the least. Seokjin always exceeds my expectation with his vocals and I FELT MY EMOTION LOSING OUT OF CONTROL BECAUSE I RELATE TO THIS SONG.

I want to remain I want to dream more Even so, what I'm saying is That it's my time to leave

...and the CHORUS. What made it more unforgettable was when Rej, raised her right hand like she's worshiping. LOL AND I THOUGHT I WAS REALLY IN A FEAST WITH JIN. LMAO.

Taking a break from their solos, how can I forget them speaking in Tagalog.

Sa mga nasa kanan, sumigaw~ Sa mga nasa kaliwa, sumigaw~ Lahat kayo, sumigaw~

GIGIL NIYO SI AKOOO~

After their solo stages, they performed multiple songs like 21st Century Girls, Dope, Save Me, Fire, I Need U, Danger, No More Dream, BST and most especially Lost.

❄ Lost It had struck me the most because it describes me, as a person, struggling with what path I am taking ahead. It tells how a person can be lost, frustrated and uncertain but at the same time believing that he needs to get lost before he finds the right path. Basically, Bangtan says, wherever this path will lead you, it will eventually take you to the right place.

I didn't see the whole performance well but it was already enough that I can hear them singing the song that means a lot to me and I lost it. It felt good that in some way they were like trying to convey the feelings I've been keeping to myself. I love this song so much.

🔥 CYPHER PT. 4 I AM SO HYPED WITH CYPHER. CAN I GO BACK AGAIN RIGHT NOW? 😭😭😭 I LOVE, I LOVE, I LOVE MYSELF. I KNOW, I KNOW, I KNOW MYSELF. YO PLAYER HATERS, YOU SHOULD LOVE YOURSELF BRR! I WAS DANCING TO IT LIKE I DIDN’T CARE COZ THIS WAS MY MOST ANTICIPATED PERF OF THE NIGHT. RAPMON, JHOPE AND SUGA NEVER DISAPPOINT.

The medley stage however was heaven-like 'cause I saw Jungkook rolling his body in one of the songs I already forgot. LOL But the important things is, I REMEMBER HIS BODY WAVING BEFORE MY EYES. 😇😇😇 He fed me well, thank you very much. And Jin OMG, he went over and because I was startled (my heart literally pounded), I TOOK TWO LITTLE STEPS BACK AND EVEN I WAS SHOCKED WHY I DID THAT. HE IS TOO HANDSOME TO HANDLE.

🌼 A Supplementary Song: WINGS Oh no, this was one of the last performances and that means I'm reaching the end of this account. When they sang Wings with a windy performance because of the hidden electric fans (haha!), they were playing around and they all danced freestyle during the bridge part. I cannot forget Yoongi's robotic dance (Split second forgot the existence of the dance-line).

Ahh, and it was so pleasing to know they're having fun, waving to the fans and playing around with members, TAEHYUNG MAKING FACES IN THE CAMERA. Also, it was so funny when Jhope said, Kayo ang aming mga pakpak! Then he kept on chanting, joined by Jimin, the word Pakpak and we were chanting Ganern Ganern. I bet they didn’t know it, did they?

🌼 ...Better Days Are Coming This is extra special because I witnessed how ARMYs came together and I know the gist of this song can be easily understood - it's about holding onto each other until it gets better. I love when ARMYs are singing while Bangtan is holding out their mics out in the air.

It’s okay come on when I say one two three forget it Erase all sad memories Smile holding onto each other’s hands Hoping for more good days

If there is another way to say I love you, I think it’s everytime I sing their songs while holding onto every word of it.

🌼 Encore: Spring Day I savored the last moments of Wings Tour... 70% STARING AT TAEHYUNG. I COULDN'T HELP MYSELF. But the moment they were bowing their heads, I know I'm gonna miss them again. They bowed 90 degrees and wore those cute little headbands while waving goodbye to us. OH I HATE SAYING GOODBYE TO THEM COZ IT MEANS I’M GONNA WAIT ANOTHER YEAR TO SEE THEM AGAIN (not that I complain because $$$.........).

Thoughts

They have no idea how much they affect my life through their songs because they totally know how to communicate through music and it has been one of my strength and inspiration pills. They're unlike other groups I've known for the past years since I became K-music fan. LOL This is the first time I can relate my life to songs and I admire them having the guts writing songs about dreams, youth, empowerment and political issues. They created this bond between them and the fans. ARMYs are witnesses on how they try to uplift our spirits and I hope they continue to create impact on a deeper level with other individuals, groups or even greater.

And I wouldn't have enjoyed and appreciated this much without The Yeobos - Jen and Rej, a good company who appreciate music and food! I’m giving my A+ and 💖 to them. I hope we can do it again all together. 😙

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