This is something I will never not write about. I can still remember the day when LANY announced that they’re going to have another tour here in Singapore. Without thinking twice, I already knew that I just got to be there to witness them live. I was excited and ecstatic! I was up all night during the pre-sale of the tickets because, there was no way I would miss them again.
Little introduction: Back in 2017, I saw one of my friend’s instagram stories about attending LANY’s concert here in Singapore and she was singing along to “The Breakup.” I don’t know but, I suddenly had this urge to listen to their album, to explore new artists and new genre. I fell in love with ILYSB, pink skies, current location, super far (!!!!), 4ever! and 13. That’s when I told myself that I will never miss them again the next time they come back here.
When they released their Malibu Nights album last year, I listened to it non-stop. I love how raw and emotional their songs are. Eventhough I am no longer in that broken-hearted phase (thankfully!), their songs still made me feel understood because, they are so on-point! And you know, sometimes, it’s just nice to feel things and hear someone speak the words that your heart wasn’t able to muster when you were experiencing the same thing. I know I’ve said this before but, I’m going to reiterate this again: I instantly fall in love with artists who write their own songs. Periodt.
So, last Saturday, I attended their Malibu Nights World Tour at Zepp, Big Box. We got there around 5pm and there were already A LOT of fans on queue. I haven’t eaten anything that day (yep. i am capable of sleeping the whole day, what about it? lol) but, I shrugged that fact off because, I was just excited and I don’t wanna leave the line! I had this whole thing on my countdown app and I can’t believe it’s happening now. When the show started and they all got up on stage, I cannot explain how I felt in that moment! It felt so surreal to finally see them; and even if Paul wasn’t feeling well, he was soooo amazing! They can cancel the show anytime so he could just rest but, they didn’t. I love his voice and the way he danced around on the stage. I love his stage presence. I love how during “pink skies” he changed the lyrics to “you are my favorite everything, been telling you that since 2015 2019.” I totally lost my shit so, I literally screamed “Shut up! I love you! You’re my bestfriend!!!” back at them. Okay, basically, I love every single thing about that night!! It was everything and more!!
This was their setlist: Thick and Thin • Good Girls • 4ever! • yea, babe, no way • I Don’t Wanna Love You Anymore • Taking Me Back • Made in Hollywood • Hurts • Run • 13 • If You See Her • The Breakup • pink skies • Herricane • Super Far • Malibu Nights • Thru These Tears • ILYSB.
I was standing somewhere near the middle of the crowd and honestly, I wish I was in the front row because, I was totally wilding in my spot. lol. I was screaming the lyrics back to them! I tried screaming so loud, I thought I was gonna catch a laryngitis. Paul said that we were the best crowd they had in Asia and it truly warms my heart to know that. There’s nothing quite like singing the songs that became the soundtrack of your life once-upon-a-time with the artist who created them.
Before LANY, I’ve only attended Taylor’s concerts (Speak Now World Tour and Red Tour) and that was back in 2011 and 2014 respectively. I honestly missed the feeling of getting lost in the music, just jumping and dancing and screaming your heart and soul into it. It’s one of my favorite feelings in the world.
When they started playing Malibu Nights, I started feeling more emotional because I know that we’re coming to an end.. and time passes by swiftly when you’re having so much fun. I was ugly crying when the confetti starting falling down during “ILYSB.” I wish that moment would never ever end because, I just had the most incredible and unforgettable night with them.. and I am forever grateful that I got the opportunity to see them on tour. They truly deserve all the support, the love and appreciation! They are one of the most hardworking and talented bands I know, and I can’t wait to hear their future works. Paul wasn’t lying when he said that he’s in the BEST band of the world.
Also, in every concert, my mindset has always been about living in the moment. I only take photos and videos of my favorite part of the songs because, I really don’t want to get caught up in recording everything in my phone. I want to be able to remember everything and how it felt like to have them within few feet away from me — because, honestly, it’s not everyday that I get to have this kind of moment in my life. I don’t always get the chance to see them. You know, there are always going to be people who will upload the videos and their photos online but, no one could ever replicate how you felt and what you’ve witnessed in that very moment. But here are some photos I took from last night. :)
Something to remember forever: ♡
To be honest, I already miss them.. and I love them so much!! This is definitely on the list of my favorite moments of my life and it’s undeniably one of the highlights of my 2019!! And I’m already looking forward to seeing them on their next tour. Hopefully, they’ll come back to Singapore again. :’)
PS: Thank you for the incredible night, LANY!! @pauljasonklein ♡
PPS: And I thank God for this opportunity. I am endlessly grateful! :’) I don’t know how I will get over this and, tbh, I don’t think I can. ♡
take me back!!!! you’re voice is still amazing eventhough you’re sick. It was all worth the wait 😊👍🇸🇬#LANY #MalibuNightsSG @thisislany @pauljasonklein https://www.instagram.com/p/B0_U9lvhEU5/?igshid=jvmrajigtpxf
