A Symphony of Stages and Surprises
The concert continued with a dynamic array of performances, including “Domino” and a captivating unit stage featuring JOSHUA, JUN, THE 8, and VERNON with “Network Love.” Following a VCR, the solo stages commenced, showcasing tracks from their 5th Album “HAPPY BURSTDAY.” DINO kicked off with “Trigger,” rising from the stage center to deliver an energetic vocal and dynamic dance. JUN followed with “Gemini,” commanding the stage with a large ensemble of dancers, while VERNON charmed the audience with an acoustic guitar rendition of “Shining Star,” even incorporating a special “Fukuoka Shiningstar” lyric that brought the house down.
SEVENTEEN then reunited for powerful group performances of “SOS,” “F*ck My Life,” and “LOVE, MONEY, FAME (feat. DJ Khaled),” performed on a moving stage that brought them closer to fans in the farthest reaches of the venue. This intimate connection continued into a lively talk segment, characteristic of SEVENTEEN’s engaging stage presence.
Another series of solo performances followed, starting with JOSHUA’s sweet and gentle vocals in “Fortunate Change.” DK then energized the crowd with “Happy Virus,” moving across the stage with infectious positivity. SEUNGKWAN offered a poignant moment with a piano accompaniment for “Raindrops,” transitioning from a soulful ballad to an energetic vocal display. THE 8 captivated with “Skyfall” in a fantastical setting, followed by MINGYU’s powerful “Shake It Off,” which saw him command the stage like a model. The baton passed to S.COUPS, who delivered an energetic rap performance of “Jungle” from a central staircase, eliciting screams from the CARATs.
Explosive Encore and Anime Announcement
The group’s collective energy soared with “HOT,” “HIGHLIGHT -Japanese ver.-,” “ROCK,” and “HIT.” A special segment featured impromptu renditions of their songs, performed live with a band, creating a truly unique and memorable experience for both members and fans. The main show concluded with “Rock with you -Japanese ver.-” beginning with DK’s drum performance, leaving the audience in a frenzy.
The encore saw members appearing on carts, greeting CARATs in every corner of the dome while performing “A-Teen,” “9-Teen,” and “Hitonijyanai.” They then returned to the main stage for a holiday-themed rendition of “Ainochikara.” During the final comments, each member expressed gratitude, with SEUNGKWAN powerfully stating, “I am happy that we were able to successfully conclude the final city’s performance with all of you. Thank you so much. I hope the day comes soon when we can perform on stage with all members again. Until then, we will work hard together with all the members. Thank you so much. I love you.” The night reached its peak with “Eyes on you” and a medley of SEVENTEEN’s hits, including “VERY NICE,” bringing the tour to a spectacular close.
At the very end of the final performance on December 21st, a monumental announcement was made: SEVENTEEN will perform the ending theme song for ‘BEASTARS FINAL SEASON’ Part2, set to stream exclusively worldwide on Netflix next March. A preview of the ending theme, “Tiny Light,” co-written and composed by WOOZI, was played on the dome monitors, met with an eruption of applause and cheers.
Chart-Topping Success and Global Recognition
Approaching their 10th anniversary in May 2025, SEVENTEEN has consistently demonstrated their immense power. Their 5th Album “HAPPY BURSTDAY,” released in May, achieved a triple crown, topping Oricon’s Weekly Album, Weekly Combined Album, and Weekly Digital Album rankings on June 9th. It also secured the #1 spot on Billboard JAPAN’s weekly album sales chart “Top Albums Sales” with 490,256 copies and received Double Platinum certification in May 2025 for sales exceeding 500,000 units. The group’s albums continued their dominance, ranking 7th on Billboard Japan’s 2025 year-end “Top Albums Sales” and 32nd on “Hot Albums,” as well as 7th on Oricon’s 2025 year-end “Album Ranking.”
Beyond group activities, SEVENTEEN’s units like BSS, HxW (SEVENTEEN), and CxM (SEVENTEEN) have also been highly active, making waves on various charts throughout the year. Known as “Concert Craftsmen,” SEVENTEEN further solidified their live performance prowess by ranking 2nd in Nikkei Entertainment!’s “Annual Live Mobilization Power” TOP40, maintaining their position from the previous year. Their global impact extends to being the first K-Pop artist to perform on the main stage of the UK’s Glastonbury Festival and headlining Germany’s Lollapalooza Berlin and Mexico’s Tecate Pa’l Norte. Their stadium shows worldwide earned them the highest ranking among K-Pop artists on Billboard’s ‘2024 Top Tours.’ Furthermore, SEVENTEEN’s commitment to spreading positive values through music led to their appointment as UNESCO Youth Goodwill Ambassadors, contributing $1 million to establish a youth support fund.
SEVENTEEN continues to break new ground, not just in music but also in their global philanthropic endeavors. With their 10th anniversary on the horizon and a new anime theme song adding to their diverse portfolio, the group’s unstoppable momentum promises an even brighter future for K-Pop on the international stage. Fans can look forward to what new heights this remarkable group will reach. For more information, visit their official Japanese website: https://www.seventeen-17.jp/
