BTS Concludes Electrifying Tampa Concert as Part of North American Tour
Global sensation BTS has wrapped up their world tour concert in Tampa.
On April 25-26 and 28 (local time), BTS kicked off their 'BTS WORLD TOUR 'ARIRANG' IN NORTH AMERICA' at the Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, USA. This marked their first U.S. performance in about four years, and all three shows were sold out, drawing approximately 190,000 fans over the three days.
BTS Concludes Electrifying Tampa Concert as Part of North American Tour
BTS Concludes Electrifying Tampa Concert as Part of North American Tour
The stadium was filled with excitement even before the concert began. Fans practiced wave cheers as they eagerly awaited the opening. The show kicked off with 'Hooligan' from their new album 'ARIRANG', followed by hits like 'MIC Drop', 'FAKE LOVE', and 'NORMAL', eliciting cheers and sing-alongs from the audience. Fans from around the world joined in the chants, completing the performance together. When the Korean folk song 'Arirang' was featured in 'Body to Body', the global audience sang along.
The 'random song' segment, where different songs are performed at each concert, received an enthusiastic response. The members selected songs on the spot based on audience requests and the atmosphere, creating unique performances each time. In Tampa, they performed 'Boy With Luv (Feat. Halsey)' and 'Pied Piper'. The introduction of 'Pied Piper', released in 2017, was met with cheers.
BTS Concludes Electrifying Tampa Concert as Part of North American Tour
BTS engaged with fans throughout the venue on a 360-degree stage. At the end of the concert, Jin expressed, "I felt it during the 'Run Jin' tour, but Tampa is truly the best. I strongly recommended to the members that we must come here, and after this performance, I have no regrets." The members added, "We were a bit worried since it was the first show of the North American tour, but thanks to you, all worries disappeared. You've made the start of our North American tour the best, and we're looking forward to the upcoming shows." They continued, "We really love you and missed you so much. This moment is the reason I've lived my life until now," and "Tampa changed my tempo," expressing heartfelt gratitude.
After concluding the Tampa concert, BTS will make history as the first Korean artists to perform at the Sun Bowl Stadium in El Paso on May 2-3. The North American tour will continue with 31 shows across 12 cities, including Mexico City, Stanford, and Las Vegas, all of which are sold out.
