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EXO-Ls want 'Somebody' like Doh Kyungsoo—Bloom in Singapore

Friday, August 09, 2024

Doh Kyungsoo had a magical time with EXO-Ls on the eve of National Day. The EXO member held his first solo fan concert in Singapore on 8 August 2024, at the Singapore Indoor Stadium.

There was no doubt that the venue should be a breeze for the 31-year old singer to fill, considering the demand for EXO's previous shows in Singapore. Radiant in charming sky blue outfits, EXO-Ls joyfully waved their lightsticks, with heightened anticipation for the concert to kick off.

Excitement filled the air of the stadium as the spotlights dimmed, signaling the commencement of the concert and the grand entrance of EXO-Ls' beloved singer. The crowd erupted in cheers, welcoming Doh Kyungsoo on stage as he captivated the audience with 'Mars'. What followed was a memorable night— blending witty quizzes, fans' requests segments and heartfelt interactions with EXO-Ls.

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The fan concert continued with Doh Kyungsoo sharing his culinary adventures in Singapore! From cockles to Chilli Crab and Kaya Toast, the singer expressed his enjoyment trying out our local delicacies, thrilling fans on how Kyungsoo embraced our local culture— especially during this National Day period.

In a following quiz segment, Doh Kyungsoo was challenged to identify some quirky details in his music videos, leaving the idol slightly surprised. With helpful EXO-Ls in the audience and the infectious positive energy from the emcee, the EXO main vocalist amused the audience with his light-hearted mistakes and guesses, endearing the crowd.

During a fan request segment, Doh Kyungsoo revealed that he has caught the new 'Deadpool & Wolverine' movie in the cinemas and that he especially enjoyed it!

The main highlight of the night was none other than the song requests from fans. The EXO member began serenading the crowd to the group's classics—Don't Go, Peter Pan and even their 2012 debut album track, History! EXO-Ls indulged in a sense of nostalgia as D.O delivered impromptu yet stunning vocal performances (with no backing track), earning loud cheers from the audience. Personally, as a fan since 2012, it was especially special to hear Kyungsoo's renditions of the classics in 2024.

What set this concert apart was the genuine connection between Doh Kyungsoo and EXO-Ls. Throughout the night, Kyungsoo made sure to convey his gratitude to his fans through his performances. His vocal prowess was on full display, as Kyungsoo effortlessly breezed through a diverse setlist with, 'Simple Joys', 'That's Okay', 'I Do', 'My Dear' and many more. Kyungsoo's honey vocals filled the stadium, mesmerising everyone with his talent as he chorused to 'Ordinary Days', 'Good Night' and 'About Time'.

[#BLOOMinSG] I want somebody~~ 🎶#DOinSG #Kyungsoo #도경수 #DohKyungSoo #FANCONCERT_BLOOM pic.twitter.com/2gcnNLFK30
— GOKPOP (@goKPOP) August 8, 2024

Kyungsoo continued to perform with much emotions and technical skill, as expected from the experienced idol! 'Somebody' and 'Popcorn', seemed to be the favourites for the night, evident from their fan chants.

Nothing gold stays—the fun night had to come to an end. Doh Kyungsoo was visibly moved by his fans in Singapore, from their overwhelming enthusiasm and love throughout the night. Wishing EXO-Ls a good night and a safe trip home, the singer waved goodbye to the audience and closed the impressive show.