NewJeans's Hanni took to the stage at IU's "H.E.R" World Tour concert, held at the iconic KPSO DOME in Seoul, captivating the audience with their performances of "ETA," "Shh... (Hyein's part)," and "Ditto" as special guests.
A Moving Experience on Stage
Following their appearance, Hanni poured her heart out in a heartfelt post on the group's fan communication app, Phoning. She recounted the whirlwind of emotions that swept over her upon learning of NewJeans's opportunity to perform at IU's prestigious concert.
Hanni shed light on the group's meticulous preparations for the grand stage and the invaluable lessons gleaned from this significant experience.
A Touching Connection to IU's "Above The Time"
During her reflections, Hanni unveiled a poignant anecdote from her days as a trainee, particularly resonating with IU's song "Above The Time." She revealed,
"When senior IU graced the stage for the intro of 'Above The Time,' I felt so emotional, reminiscing about the time I practiced singing this song in the vocal room as a trainee. It was almost like a déjà vu moment."
A Journey of Solitude and Growth
Hanni shared a personal revelation disclosing,
"When I first arrived in Korea as a trainee, I was practically a stranger to the language, knowing nothing beyond 'hello.' It was an exhilarating yet lonely time, surrounded by unfamiliar faces."
Recalling her vocal teacher assigning her an English pop song and IU's "At The Time" to sing in Korean, Hanni confessed,
"Despite being aware of IU's prominence, I had never encountered this particular song. When I finally listened to it alone after class, it felt as though time stood still."
Finding Comfort in Music
Struggling with the language barrier, Hanni sought out the song's translated lyrics, leading to a profound emotional moment.
"I found myself in tears within the confines of the vocal room," she shared. "Discovering the song's meaning opened a floodgate to my emotions, unveiling feelings of loneliness, homesickness, and uncertainty."
In a poignant conclusion, Hanni expressed,
"This song became my solace during those challenging practice sessions, and its impact remains unchanged today. That's why hearing it again at the concert stirred such deep emotions within me."
In sharing her journey from trainee struggles to the grand stage of IU's concert, Hanni's reflections serve as a testament to the power of music in navigating life's uncertainties and finding solace in shared experiences.
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Written by Cassidy Jones.
