[Dispatch=Reporter Gu Min-ji] "It's been so long since a performance like this!" (Audience)

The audience shouted "it's been so long." It carried dual meaning. Joy at meeting again after a long time, and also praise for the rarity of such a passionate performance.

Kim Jun-su indeed proved himself to be GOAT (Greatest Of All Time). He didn't miss a single choreography move, didn't let a single high note slip. For every second on stage, he gave his all.

He also showcased the distinctive sensibility of the second generation that the public had missed. Kim Jun-su was still a singer who sang with his entire body. He gave fans everything they loved, and even his characteristic laugh remained unchanged.

"A concert among idols... honestly, I was quite worried. But you all washed away my concerns beautifully. Thank you!" (Kim Jun-su)

He released his fifth regular album "GRAVITY" on the 2nd. From the 12th to the 14th, he is holding his sixth Asia tour "Gravity in Seoul" at Seoul Olympic Park KSPO DOME.

Dispatch attended the concert on the second day. Since this album came out 10 years after his last, Kim Jun-su's sincerity toward his fans was exceptional. He repeatedly bowed at 90 degrees countless times, expressing his gratitude.

◆ "An Unchanged Singer"

The opening had a different caliber. As the intro to the new song "Beats Knockin'" played, fans stood in unison as if by agreement. Kim Jun-su appeared on a lift and overwhelmed with live vocals from above.

The audience filled in the cheer perfectly for the new song. Jun-su exclaimed, "When did you all practice that?" and said, "Hearing everyone sing at the top of your lungs gives me more energy. Today's performance will be incredible."

"Until the very end, I'll pull up every ounce of strength I have, so you're ready to enjoy, right?"

When fans shouted "Yes!", Kim Jun-su laughed and said, "Seems fine." He responded with "Hana" and "Fit a Pat." Kim Jun-su didn't do anything halfway. He danced with more force than the dancers themselves.

Holding a handheld microphone, he moved freely between falsetto and chest voice. He showcased skill indistinguishable from the recording. He crossed the stage without signs of fatigue or vocal strain. He made eye contact with fans.

"Let's get more excited. Everyone jump!"

Kim Jun-su ran all the way to the end of the extended stage. Between delivering choreography, he showcased vocal feats. He didn't give the audience's cheers time to stop. The energy was full from the opening.

◆ "Time Travel"

Kim Jun-su sat on a bench in front of a tree and sang the new song "Forest of Memories" sweetly. He showcased a timeless tone unchanged since his debut. It was as if the clock had been turned back to 2003.

The audience waved their light sticks left and right, listening intently. Kim Jun-su carefully took in the fans' faces as he sang powerfully. He poured his heart into it so intensely his entire body trembled.

"Actually, I've been consistently doing musicals. Releasing a regular album as a singer after 10 years made me worry a lot. I felt sorry it took so long."

He said it was "a series of concerns and worries," but added, "What I considered most was always the fans. There was pressure to make an album I wouldn't be ashamed of since it's been so long."

He also struggled between the second and fifth generations. "The music I liked and what's trending now were very different. I tried many things and added ideas to create this," he explained.

"I wanted to say thank you so much for loving me. Thankfully, I've achieved my career-high initial sales. You all washed away my concerns and worries."

He set a goal for the music video to reach 10 million views. Fans shouted for an encore concert, fan meeting, and sixth album release. Kim Jun-su laughed heartily and sat down. He promised to do his best.

◆ "Together for 23 Years"

Kim Jun-su sang "Slowly" and "How Is Your Farewell." With one hand on his chest, he pushed his high notes. The audience held its breath at his performance. The light sticks remained still, extending the lingering emotion.

He also performed the new song "Homage." Even holding a standing microphone, he didn't just stand still. He filled the stage with dance. His powerful high notes and Kim Jun-su's signature hip movements drew cheers.

"When I recorded this song, I imagined performing it on stage. Now that it's real, my feelings are fresh. Performing with you all is more than I could ask for."

A highlight(?) of Kim Jun-su's concert followed. He conducted an age survey. People in their 30s like Kim Jun-su were the majority. He laughed, saying, "It feels like we've grown up together, like a nostalgic diary."

Many fans had steadily stood by his side for 23 years since his debut. Kim Jun-su handed the microphone to the audience. He had deep conversations with fans. The audience came from diverse countries including China and Japan.

One male fan said, "I've been a fan since 2003. You're truly my celebrity. Thank you for being with me through my teens, twenties, and thirties. I grew up laughing and crying with your music. I hope to hear lots of good music from you going forward."

Kim Jun-su responded to all fan requests like a rookie, without hesitation. When they shouted "Show me," he did it right away. He even performed the angel Sia. He repeatedly bowed 90 degrees to the audience and gave applause back to the fans.

◆ "show me what you got"

He sang "I'll Wait for You in the Twenty-First Season," "Rich," and "Red Diamond." The high notes he delivered with neck veins straining sent shivers. It was a series of ear treats.

Wanting to repay the fans' affection, Kim Jun-su ran even harder. When he selected his 2009 self-composed song "Siatica," screams erupted. He raced across the stage with unchanged visuals, recreating that era.

"Let's get more excited!"

"Rock the World" had Kim Jun-su dominating the stage alone. He layered high notes over difficult choreography. He shouted, "Jump! Scream!" His clothes became completely soaked with sweat as he continued running across the extended stage.

Kim Jun-su continued encores in response to the fans' calls. Dressed in a striking red costume, he sang the title track "Gravity." He danced with his whole body. Fans filled the venue with synchronized chants of support.

"Since I'm older, I thought I'd do easier choreography. I tried to choose only good things, but without realizing it I selected only difficult moves. So I've been going hard from the beginning without rest (laughs)."

He selected the cute song "Sakuranbo." He ran up to the second-floor audience. He high-fived fans one by one and sang among them. Fans all danced together to "Incredible."

Even after the performance ended, his stage didn't stop. He ran at full speed from one end of the stage to the other. He bowed 90 degrees to the fans repeatedly. Despite catching his breath, his face was filled with a happy smile.

"Whenever I hold a concert, I worry, 'Will people really come to see me sincerely?' Since I don't have much broadcast activity and don't have many stages to stand on, I thought many people might forget about me."

"Actually, I had those feelings this time too. Standing on a concert stage where idols perform, I thought, 'Will this work for me?' The fans completely swept away my concerns. For this concert, I tried my best not to waste your precious time and steps."

"Going back ten years, if someone had asked, 'Will you be singing on stage ten years from now?' I would have thought it was impossible. I even thought it would end after discharge. I was sure it absolutely wouldn't happen. Yet, despite that, thank you for coming to see my performance unchanged."

"Thank you. This phrase seems too clichéd, so I looked for other words, but there aren't any. To those who came to see my performances and supported me at every musical. Though it's trite, I wanted to say thank you."

"I'll work hard!"

<Photos=Photographer Seunghoon>