FIFTY FIFTY Spends a ‘Starry Night’ in LA on Their Love Sprinkle USA Tour
Words + Photos by Emma Vurdien
January 20, 2025
FIFTY FIFTY, the rising K-pop sensation formed by ATTRAKT, has captured global attention with their fresh sound and undeniable talent. Comprised of members KEENA, CHANELLE MOON, YEWON, HANA, and ATHENA, the group is currently on an eight-stop tour across the United States, marking their first major venture in the country. The Orpheum Theater buzzed with excitement as FIFTY FIFTY brought their Love Sprinkle Tour to Los Angeles for the second stop.
The concert opened with a stellar performance of the English version of “Starry Night”, a perfect start that highlighted their crisp vocals and connection with fans. Hits like “SOS”, “Higher”, and “Push Your Love” followed, setting an energetic tone for the night. During their performances, the members radiated energy and excitement, but their joy seemed to peak when interacting with the audience. In a talking segment, they eagerly shared with TWENY (their fandom name) some of their bucket list items for their time in LA, including enjoying the city’s best food, like the iconic street tacos. CHANELLE MOON, a Los Angeles native, expressed her excitement about being “home” and shared her enthusiasm for going to In-N-Out, her favorite place to eat.
The group’s playful energy continued during “Barbie Dreams”, enhanced by intricate choreography involving chairs—a memorable moment of the night. Adding to the nostalgia, FIFTY FIFTY covered the Spice Girls’ “Wannabe”, which brought a burst of energy to the room, uniting fans of all ages.
The solo stages added a personal touch to the show. YEWON delivered a wonderful cover of Taylor Swift’s “Blank Space”, while CHANELLE MOON’s performance of Cee Lo Green’s “Forget You” brought humor and sass, with her seated on a fluffy pink couch holding her cell phone in her hand. KEENA’s tender rendition of Harry Styles’ “Falling” captivated the audience as fans illuminated the theater with their phone lights. HANA and ATHENA rounded out the solo segment with soulful and empowering covers of Olivia Rodrigo’s “Drivers’ License” and Sia’s“Unstoppable”, respectively.
The new tracks “Say My Name” and “Naughty and Nice” stood out as highlights of the evening, showcasing FIFTY FIFTY’s evolving sound and creative growth. These performances were followed by some of the night’s most thrilling moments,including an electrifying rock version of “Gravity” from their latest albumLove Tune. The energy peaked with their iconic hit “Cupid,” widely regarded as one of the most influential songs to emerge from K-pop’s fourth generation.
The encore performance of "SOS" brought the night to an unforgettable close as FIFTY FIFTY made their way through the audience, engaging directly with fans.Tossing balls into the crowd, playing with bubble blowers, and sharing warm smiles, the members created a whimsical and intimate moment that left fans feeling closer to them than ever. This playful and heartfelt interaction perfectly capped off a night that celebrated not just their music but also the special bond they share with their audience.
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