Hanni, a member of NewJeans, stunned audiences on June 26 and 27 at their debut Tokyo Dome show with a solo performance, sparking a sensation in Korea and Japan.
Hanni’s faultless performance of Seiko Matsuda’s timeless song “Blue Coral Reef” (1980) quickly gained widespread recognition.
Hanni’s Amazing Performance
For Japanese fans, Hanni’s rendition of “Blue Coral Reef” was an enormous smash. She did a fantastic job of capturing the nostalgic, calming melody of the song, bringing back the same sense of warmth and emotional resonance that made the original version a classic.
Hanni was able to reach out to both new listeners and devoted followers by honoring Seiko Matsuda’s well-known hit. Her warmth and talent were evident in her performance, which struck a deep chord.
Given that it was the shortest period of time in K-pop history for a group to perform at the Tokyo Dome, this event was historic for the genre. On their individual shows, each member of NewJeans performed popular songs by Japanese musicians.
Hyein sang Mariya Takeuchi’s “Plastic Love,” and Minji performed Vaundy’s “Odoriko,” both to rousing applause. Head of ADOR and devoted producer of NewJeans, Min Hee Jin, personally chose and oversaw these song selections and performances.
Min Hee Jin’s Vision
Min Hee Jin made the following comment on July 2: “I had expected such a reaction. But I was shocked to see that the audience cheered for Seiko Matsuda.” According to Min Hee Jin, she was in charge of and arranged the entire Tokyo Dome concert production.
Her idea was to produce content that would actually delight the audience and give the occasion the vibe of an all-ages carnival.
Min Hee Jin thought Hanni looked great in “Blue Coral Reef.” She believed that both the younger and older generations in Japan would enjoy the solo songs selected by the other members.
Many people in the audience noted how perfectly Hanni’s appearance complemented the music during the performance. She got great praise for her interpretation of Seiko Matsuda’s famous stage look, which included an A-line skirt, striped T-shirt, and bob wig.
Remarking, “The overwhelming response was due to Hanni’s ability to fully embody and deliver the song,” Min Hee Jin acknowledged Hanni’s extraordinary talent. Though covering “Blue Coral Reef” is difficult, Hanni did a fantastic job, winning over Japanese fans with her performance.
Min Hee Jin came to the conclusion that Hanni had fully digested and comprehended the song. She is an innately talented artist. Every member of NewJeans have extraordinary talent and intelligence.”
With plans to embark on a global tour the following year, Min Hee Jin and NewJeans hope to touch down in more nations than only Korea and Japan.
“We’re designing special stages that match the unique characteristics of each country and city for the upcoming world tour,” revealed Min Hee Jin. We kindly request your ongoing support and attention.
Netizens Reaction
“Hanni was crazy good.”
“Min Hee Jin really has eyes for talent.”
“NewJeans members are all talented.”
“Hanni instantly transported me back to the good old days.”
“The planning part was exceptional.”
“She looks so adorable with short hair.”
“I’m going to listen to this song over and over again.”
“Hanni is so good at singing.”
