IVE Kicks Off World Tour 'SHOW WHAT I AM' in Seoul, Proving Growth Beyond 'MZ Wannabe' Icons

Global sensation IVE (An Yu-jin, Gaeul, Rei, Jang Won-young, Liz, Lee Seo) has successfully launched their second world tour, ‘SHOW WHAT I AM’, marking a significant milestone in their career.

The tour commenced with a spectacular three-day run at the KSPO DOME in Seoul, from October 31st to November 2nd. The concerts served as a powerful testament to the ongoing 'IVE Syndrome' and showcased the group's evolving artistry.

Building on the success of their first world tour, ‘SHOW WHAT I HAVE’, which reached 420,000 fans across 19 countries, IVE demonstrated strengthened teamwork and an expanded musical repertoire in this latest venture.

The concert opened with a cinematic VCR highlighting each member's unique charm. As the lights dimmed and members' silhouettes appeared on stage amidst flashing lights, the crowd erupted in cheers.

Kicking off the performance with a powerful rendition of ‘GOTCHA (Baddest Eros)’, accompanied by grand band arrangements, IVE immediately captivated the audience. The group seamlessly transitioned into a series of high-energy performances including ‘XO X LOVER’, ‘Baddie’, ‘Ice Queen’, and ‘Accendio’, each song amplified by dynamic stage direction and captivating visuals.

Following the intense opening set, the members warmly greeted their fans, known as DIVE. The energy continued with performances of ‘TKO’, ‘Holy Moly’, and ‘My Satisfaction’, where IVE's flawless live vocals and synchronized choreography turned the KSPO DOME into a venue of pure exhilaration.

A major highlight of the night was the unveiling of never-before-seen solo stages. Jang Won-young commanded attention with her chic performance of ‘8’. Rei charmed the audience with the heartwarming ‘In Your Heart’, while Liz delivered a vibrant vocal performance with the refreshing ‘Unreal’. Gaeul shifted the mood with the dreamy ‘Odd’, and Lee Seo showcased her versatility with ‘Super Icy’, effortlessly switching between singing and rapping. Lastly, An Yu-jin closed the solo segment with a powerful and charismatic performance of ‘Force’, raising the temperature of the venue.

Reunited on stage, IVE shifted the atmosphere with tracks like ‘♥beats’, ‘WOW’, ‘Off The Record’, and ‘FLU’, filling the venue with warmth and harmony through their sweet vocals. The concert culminated in a thrilling medley of their greatest hits, including ‘REBEL HEART’, ‘I AM’, ‘LOVE DIVE’, and ‘After LIKE’, igniting a wave of ecstatic cheers from the audience.

The ‘SHOW WHAT I AM’ Seoul concerts solidified IVE's status as a globally recognized act. The meticulously crafted setlist, unwavering live performances, and the palpable synergy among the members created a unique IVE concert experience. This tour signals IVE's next chapter as evolving artists, poised to surpass their 'MZ Wannabe' image and solidify their own distinct musical identity on the world stage.

Korean netizens praised IVE's stable live performances, highlighting the solo stages as a showcase of individual talents. Comments included sentiments like "As expected of IVE! Their live vocals are so stable," "All the solo stages were amazing! They really showed their individual capabilities," and "The first Seoul concert was the best! Cheering for a successful world tour!"