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A Record-Breaking Global Journey
Global music icon and cultural trailblazer G-DRAGON has successfully concluded his monumental “G-DRAGON 2025 WORLD TOUR [Übermensch]” with a grand encore in Seoul, cementing his status as one of the most influential solo artists in global music history.
Spanning 39 performances across 17 cities in 12 countries, the tour drew an astounding 825,000 fans worldwide, redefining the scale and standard of solo world tours. From Asia and Oceania to North America and Europe, “Übermensch” unfolded at an unprecedented dome-and-arena level, where music, direction, and fashion merged into one cohesive artistic universe.
Seoul Encore: A Powerful and Emotional Finale
From December 12–14, G-DRAGON brought the journey full circle with “G-DRAGON 2025 WORLD TOUR [Übermensch] IN SEOUL : ENCORE,” presented by Coupang Play, at Gocheok Sky Dome.
The Seoul encore distilled the essence of the entire tour, featuring a masterfully sequenced setlist of iconic tracks such as “PO￦ER,” “MichiGO (GO),” “Crayon,” and “Crooked.” The emotional momentum peaked with the closing performance of “Untitled, 2014,” drawing fans into a deeply immersive and heartfelt finale.
BIGBANG Reunion Sparks a Historic Moment
One of the night’s most unforgettable moments came during “HOME SWEET HOME (feat. TAEYANG, DAESUNG),” when TAEYANG and DAESUNG made a surprise appearance. Their reunion reignited BIGBANG’s unmistakable chemistry, sending shockwaves of excitement through the crowd.
The encore continued with “WE LIKE 2 PARTY” and “A Fool of Tears,” showcasing the group’s timeless synergy and turning the concert into a multi-generational celebration of K-pop history.
Special Guests and Surprise Performances
The surprises didn’t stop there. During “TAKE ME,” G-DRAGON was joined by renowned choreographer Bada for a surprise “Smoke (Prod. Dynamicduo, Padi)” challenge, igniting thunderous cheers and further electrifying the atmosphere.
“Next Year Is BIGBANG’s 20th Anniversary”
Reflecting on the encore, G-DRAGON shared heartfelt words with fans:
“I returned to Korea for an encore concert after eight months. Beyond the performance itself, I wanted a show filled with real back-and-forth energy with the fans. Looking back on this year, I truly worked hard — and so did all of you. Next year marks BIGBANG’s 20th anniversary. We’ll start warming up from April.”
A special video revealing the deeper meaning behind the “Übermensch” tour added emotional weight, drawing focused attention from fans throughout the venue.
A Tour That Redefined Artistic Storytelling
Launched in March in Goyang, Korea, the tour traveled through Tokyo, Bulacan, Osaka, Macau, Sydney, Melbourne, Taipei, Kuala Lumpur, Jakarta, Hong Kong, Newark, Las Vegas, Los Angeles, Paris, Hanoi, and concluded with the Seoul encore.
More than a hit-filled concert, “Übermensch” presented a clear narrative of transcendence, unfolding step by step through music, performance, and visuals. Each city featured reimagined multidimensional stage designs, dragon bike performances, massive LED walls, and ever-evolving fashion that reinforced G-DRAGON’s vision of total artistic immersion.
Global Impact and Unmatched Demand
Fan response across the globe was extraordinary. Tokyo and Osaka sold out completely — including limited-view seats — marking G-DRAGON’s first visit in eight years. Macau saw over 680,000 fans flood ticketing queues, while Hanoiachieved full pre-sales from announcements alone.
In Vietnam, city-wide “GD shout-out” campaigns featuring daisy motifs transformed entire streets into a cultural festival. In the United States, the tour earned coverage from major outlets including Forbes, alongside nationwide outdoor advertising, reaffirming G-DRAGON’s unrivaled global presence.
A New Standard for Solo Artists
Completing a massive global tour as a solo artist after years of hiatus stands as an unprecedented achievement in the Korean music industry. Through record-breaking numbers, artistic depth, and worldwide influence, G-DRAGON once again proved that his impact is not a legacy of the past — it is firmly present tense.
The “G-DRAGON 2025 WORLD TOUR [Übermensch]” has officially come to a close, but its influence continues to resonate. G-DRAGON has not only set a new benchmark for solo performances — he has once again shown the world why he remains an irreplaceable icon on the global stage.
