IU Celebrates Successful 100th Concert and Shares Rigorous Self-Discipline Journey

On November 26, IU (아이유) shared her reflections on successfully concluding her 100th concert, along with insights into her intense self-discipline, which deeply moved her fans. The singer released a video titled 'Shall We Bloom the Final Finale Together?' on her official YouTube channel, '이지금'. This video features behind-the-scenes moments from her performance at the Seoul World Cup Stadium, which marked the finale of her 2024 World Tour. This moment, which capped off a tour that began in March, was filled with her dedication and hard work.

In the video, IU revealed the extreme measures she took to maintain her health during the concert preparations, surprising her fans. She recounted, "I taped my mouth shut before sleeping, wore a mask, and set the humidifier to 90% to sleep in a jungle-like environment," highlighting the lengths she went to ensure she was in perfect condition. Thanks to her meticulous preparations, the concert concluded flawlessly, and she celebrated the moment by taking commemorative photos with her staff.

Reflecting on the end of this long journey, IU expressed, "Right now, I feel completely out of it. I can't feel my legs, and my throat is shot, but it doesn't matter." One of her most talked-about remarks was her 'cola liberation declaration.' She joyfully announced, "I can finally drink cola now. I can turn off the humidifier and take off my mask," bringing laughter to her fans. She reminisced about her strict self-discipline, saying, "I wanted to have a glass of cola during every company dinner, but I held back."

At the end of the video, IU expressed her gratitude, stating, "I’m just glad that no one got hurt and everything ended safely. Every single staff member worked so hard," acknowledging the collective effort that contributed to her success.