Review: IU HEREH World Tour Concert – Rosemont, IL

On July 25th, Lee Ji Eun aka IU arrived at Allstate Arena in Rosemont, IL for her IU HEREH World Tour Concert. BTSCelebs attended the first half of the show (due to a family emergency) and was absolutely thrilled during the first hour. IU is a K-pop delight with her innate talent and sparkling personality. A massive audience of tens of thousands gathered to greet the star who I consider to be South Korea’s Taylor Swift.

She kicked off the show with her music video “Shopper” and quickly performed a round of fan favorites and hits. “BBIBBI” was the first of my personal favorites she danced to with a large group of gifted dancers. Her numbers alternated between male, female dancers and even precious children performed.

IU didn’t forget to show love to her supporters by giving a special gift to every audience member. She shared that her mom actually put together an adorable tour keychain, photo, etc. She didn’t stop there! IU continued to give gifts to fans like a coin kissed by her and a bouquet of flowers.

Some of my personal song favorites from that first hour were “Celebrity,” “Blueming,” “Eight” and “I Stan U.” IU even encouraged the audience to be apart of the “Blueming” song by showing off their fan lightsticks (that were flower-shaped).

The very beginning of the IU HEREH World Tour Concert in Rosemont was magical. As a longtime fan, I was overjoyed that she was holding a concert near my hometown. And the famed singer, songwriter, and actress did not disappoint. Please come back soon, IU! The Chicago area loves you.

A Special Thanks to FPC Live,Wonderwall, and Kakao Entertainment’s Edam Entertainment for the press pass and photos.