Jungkook (BTS) apologized to fans because he felt that his live performance on NBC’s live show “Today” was not really good.
Jungkook BTS performed live on the Citi Concert series of the “Today Show”. Photo: X
Jungkook promotes solo album in America
Jungkook from BTS is in the US to carry out promotional activities for his first solo album “Golden”.
After chatting with Jimmy Fallon on the late night show “The Tonight Show”, Jungkook continued to appear on NBC’s “Today Show” in the early morning of November 8 (New York time).
On the live stage of the Citi Concert concert series, the male singer performed 3 songs “3D”, “Standing Next to You” and “Seven”.
According to Hindustan Times, outside Rockefeller Center, the “global Kpop phenomenon” has attracted a huge audience, comparable to some of the biggest events on the “Today Show”. Many fans came to the venue the day before, waiting all night to meet Jungkook.
Crowded fans at Jungkook’s live performance. Photo: X
Jungkook stepped onto the stage in a black blazer with sparkling stones. At 5 a.m., the outdoor temperature in New York is very cold, only about 7 degrees Celsius. But BTS’s “golden maknae” still overwhelmed fans with a spectacular live performance.
During the performance, the male singer spent time interacting with the audience. He thanked the fans for coming to cheer for him early in the morning and wished everyone a “golden day” (according to the album’s name).
Touching interaction with young fans
Notably, Jungkook had an interesting interaction with a young fan. Little Lenny carried a sign stating her wish to celebrate her 10th birthday with Jungkook. When the MC gave her a chance to express herself, she said “I love you” and became emotional.
Jungkook immediately said “I love you too” to respond to the young fan’s love. Then he wished Lenny a happy birthday and performed a “fake cry” act, imitating the little girl in a humorous way, attracting the crowd of spectators. laugh.
Jungkook interacting with young fans caused a storm on social networks. Photo: X
The video recording this moment received “huge” interactions on social networks.
Hindustan Times commented on Jungkook’s Today Citi Concert stage: “The performance not only demonstrated his musical talent, but also demonstrated Jungkook’s ability to connect deeply with fans.
When the show ended, Jungkook left the stage, leaving behind a sea of happy fans. His wonderful performance and sincere interactions with the audience, made this a memorable day for everyone present.
With his unwavering dedication to his art and his fans, Jungkook continues to shine brightly as a global icon, spreading love and joy wherever he goes.”
BTS’s “golden maknae” set the Today Show stage on fire. Photo: X
The reason Jungkook apologized
However, after the show, Jungkook suddenly sent a message to fans on Weverse: “ARMY… I’m sorry. I ruined the live performance. I have no reason to justify it. I will try to do better next time.”
Jungkook apologized to fans for not being satisfied with his performances. During the performance, he kept adjusting his headphones, it seemed like the male singer was having difficulty with the sound. Before the live performance, fans saw Jungkook trembling as he went up to the stage and tested the sound with the band. He wore a thick life jacket to protect against the cold.
On social networks, global fans gave words of encouragement to Jungkook. Many opinions say that it was Jungkook’s stable live ability that “saved” the poor sound system. Korean media praised Jungkook as the “live singing king” of Kpop.
Jungkook proactively apologized to fans because he felt unsatisfied with his performance. Photo: X
From the release of the opening song “Seven” until the official release of his solo album “Golden”, Jungkook’s live performances on the American music stage have always been praised.
Not only setting a series of records for a Kpop solo artist, Jungkook is gradually reaching the success of a global pop star.