J-Hope Electrifies 60,000 at Lollapalooza Berlin with Powerful Solo Headline Show

BTS member J-Hope took the stage as a headliner at the world-renowned music festival 'Lollapalooza Berlin,' showcasing his presence as a solo artist.

On July 14th, around 3 AM KST, J-Hope performed on the final main stage at the Olympiastadion in Berlin, Germany. He delivered a dazzling 90-minute performance, closing the festival in grand style. The event attracted a crowd of approximately 60,000 people, with fans from around the world flocking to the venue from early morning, a testament to his global popularity. Before the show even began, the audience was chanting J-Hope and BTS's names, along with "j-hope, We wanna party!" to warm up the atmosphere.

True to his promise, J-Hope enjoyed the festival with ease. He presented 21 songs arranged with a band sound, heating up the venue with performances befitting a 'world-class performer.' Despite intense choreography, his vocals remained unwavering, proving his worth. As night fell, the official ARMY Bombs shone brightly, and J-Hope's presence under the fireworks was nothing short of electrifying. The audience responded to his passion with deafening cheers, and many were seen in tears.



J-Hope made his entrance on a lift, opening the show with 'What if...' and 'Pandora's Box' from his first solo album 'Jack In The Box.' He then exclaimed, "This is my second time at 'Lollapalooza.' Welcome to 'Hobipalooza' Round 2. Are you ready to go crazy tonight? Let's go!" instantly elevating the energy.

He continued with tracks like 'on the street (solo version),' and 'lock / unlock (with Benny Blanco, Nile Rodgers)' from the special album 'HOPE ON THE STREET VOL.1.' His solo performance of 'Killin' It Girl (Solo Version)' exuded sexiness. The crowd sang along to 'MONA LISA' from start to finish. During 'Sweet Dreams (feat. Miguel) - FNZ Remix,' a surprise event with purple heart slogans moved the audience. When BTS's group songs 'MIC Drop,' and 'Dynamite (Tropical Remix) + Butter (Hotter Remix)' medley began, the energy peaked, with fans singing along to the Korean lyrics.

Towards the end of the show, J-Hope shared heartfelt sentiments, saying, "This year has been truly meaningful for me. Touring around the world has given me much to be thankful for. Being here with you tonight feels like the perfect ending. Thank you for being part of this unforgettable journey. I love you."



Fans from around the world shouted "사랑해" (I love you) in Korean, expressing their feelings. Even after the performance ended, they continued chanting "j-hope, We wanna party!" In response, J-Hope returned to the stage to perform '= (Equal Sign),' 'Future,' and 'NEURON (with Gaeko, Yoonmirae).' He completed the festival with unyielding energy.

This performance was special as it adapted his solo world tour 'j-hope Tour 'HOPE ON THE STAGE'' for a large outdoor stage. The symbolic lift from the tour was utilized as a key feature on both the main and extended stages. The cube-shaped bandstand, vibrant VJ visuals, lighting, and special effects enhanced the immersion and quality of the performance.

Returning with an even more powerful 'Hobipalooza' after three years, J-Hope's presence at 'Lollapalooza Berlin' clearly demonstrated why he was invited as a headliner at such a prestigious global festival. Previously, in 2022, J-Hope made history as the first Korean artist to headline the main stage at 'Lollapalooza Chicago.'

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This article was originally published in Korean on Xportsnews and was translated into English using AI.