15+ Of The Best Moments From IU’s “The Golden Hour” Concert

IU‘s concerts are always legendary, but The Golden Hour is taking the cake for its incomparable visuals and outstanding performances. Here are 18 of the best moments during the two days of her concert, and it only further proves why she’s the Queen of K-Pop.

1. When The Universe Is On IU’s Side

Even the sky was ready for IU’s concert, dying itself the perfect golden color before her concert started.

@luvinjieun

IT’S REALLY HAPPENINGG!! IU’S CONCERT UNDER THE ORANGE SUN 😭❤️ #IU #The_Golden_Hour

♬ people who used this sound are cute – rachelntlagi:)

2. “Eight”

Nothing like kicking off a show with fireworks and impeccable vocals.

Eight by IU (prod. & ft. SUGA)
– Jamsil Olympic Stadium 🎆 pic.twitter.com/efH8maw0uo

— ᴍᴇʟʀᴏsᴇ – 🐥🌹 (@Melkenstock) September 17, 2022

3. “Love Poem”

This song never fails to send chills down our backs, and it’s even more epic when Uaenas sing along.

“i’ll be there, behind you who walks alone, singing till the end, this song will be endless.” — IU pic.twitter.com/kh1hKxoHNX

— ؘ (@jieunfeeds) September 17, 2022

ok damn IU wasn’t lying when she said the audience today are so good at singing 🥹💙 this is so beautiful!pic.twitter.com/6fLLANWWtM

— daph 💌 (@babiejieun) September 18, 2022

4. Caught In 4K

Capturing IU’s warm smile was well worth the risk.

iu looked at op & smiled at them while they were recording…keep in mind recording is not allowed in the first place. my anti capitalism queen
pic.twitter.com/cycLKStvM1

— 🎬 (@serene1219) September 19, 2022

5. “Good Day”

Though “Good Day” is officially retired, there’s no better final performance than IU’s iconic three high notes being accompanied by fireworks.

‘Good Day’ officially retires from IU’s concert setlist today with a fireworks at Jamsil. She said she’ll try to add new songs for her fans and this will be the last time she will perform this 🥹 pic.twitter.com/VvO7yoqkur

— Words by IU (@wordsbyIU) September 18, 2022

6. “Palette”

“Palette” is another song IU has officially retired from performing, but the memories and emotions will forever linger in our hearts.

IU PALETTE FULL STAGE

1U4ENA UNDER THE ORANGE SUN #아이유 #IU #The_Golden_Hour #오렌지_태양_아래 #The_Golden_Hour_Day1 #IU #아이유 @_IUofficial pic.twitter.com/gqi6v3m312

— pao (@jieundoIIz) September 17, 2022

7. “Ah Puh”

IU always keeps her promises, resulting in one of the cutest moments during The Golden Hour.

IU incorporating part of Ah Puh choreo made by Hoshi for her concert stage! 🥰 pic.twitter.com/XkHT8yNp5C

— mi원우지💜 (@miwon17_) September 17, 2022

8. “Strawberry Moon”

IU’s love for her fans knows no bounds, and this performance of “Strawberry Moon” will never be topped.

IU said she prepared the hot air balloon event because she wanted to get closer to the uaenas in 3rd floor 🥺💗 and asked them if it was okay though it was just short#The_Golden_Hour_Day1pic.twitter.com/YpiCdnqmrQ

— daph 💌 (@babiejieun) September 17, 2022

완전 공주님 🥹💗 pic.twitter.com/js0LVb2aXC

— 푸키 (@pookey_0516) September 18, 2022

9. ITZY As IU’s Special Guest Performer

IU and ITZY have the most adorable friendship, and they didn’t disappoint as her guest performers.

@yeddeong_lovers

#itzy #iuconcert #thegoldenhour #fyp

♬ SNEAKERS – ITZY

10. 14th Anniversary

14 years have passed, and IU has promised Uaenas another 14 years in the future. Every step of the way, we’ll be with her.

IU TEAM SURPRISED JIEUN WITH A CAKE FOR HER 14TH DEBUT ANNIVERSARY I LOVE THIS FAMILY SM #The_Golden_Hour #오렌지_태양_아래 pic.twitter.com/yUlknohRat

— hara at golden hour 🌅 (@jiminiu) September 18, 2022

11. Sold-Out Shows

88,000 fans and they’re all there for IU. Truly South Korea’s most beloved artist.

we are all for iu 🫶🏻 pic.twitter.com/5M4DfPLWec

— yeye 🌅 The Golden Hour (@mariaeh___) September 17, 2022

12. “Hold My Hand”

Another legendary “Hold My Hand” concert moment for the history books.

@chatsiree

hold my hand supremacy #TheGoldenHour #iu #leejieun #dlwlrma

♬ original sound – chatsire – chatsire

13. Fireworks

An amazing firework show paired with incredible instrumentals is the perfect break in between IU’s performances.

아이유 콘서트는 불꽃놀이를 계속 합니다… pic.twitter.com/hASwIV9KoU

— 김일상 (@kimdailylife) September 17, 2022

14. “Above The Time”

Besides fireworks, IU stunned everyone with a brilliant drone show, announcing to all of Seoul that it was her time to shine.

드론 띄우고 시간의 바깥 불러 제낀다 나 미친다 pic.twitter.com/BbJz3gUEPX

— 깡 (@1day1kkkang) September 17, 2022

15. Uaenas Of All Ages

No matter how old you are, it’s impossible not to fall in love with IU.

iu was so excited when she saw elementary school fans, she asked them “do you know the song “drama”? is it true drama is popular among elementary school students?”

them: yes!!!!
jieun: they said yes 😮
pic.twitter.com/LTuCGEvMlH

— 🎬 (@serene1219) September 19, 2022

16. “Lilac”

IU stepped straight out of a fairytale into our world, and we’ve never been more blessed.

IU PERFORMING LILAC! 🌸💜 VOCALS AND VISUALS AAAAApic.twitter.com/MpW7dRjXq5

— daph 💌 (@babiejieun) September 18, 2022

17. “Through The Night”

Uaenas sound just as magical as IU.

uaenas singing through the night with jieun 🥹 pic.twitter.com/4pT9GH2Qgu

— ً (@jeunstills) September 17, 2022

18. “My Sea”

1 million views for the most beautiful person singing the most powerful high note ever.

#아이유 아이와 나의 바다 pic.twitter.com/OAihfQBttn

— .•*¨*•¸♪ (@dlwlrma) September 17, 2022

Read more about IU’s best concert moments here:

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