[Official Report] D-LITE 2025 ASIA TOUR [D's WAVE] IN JAPAN! Latest Japanese song ”Umbrella (Japanese ver.)”!

D-LITE will be holding his first Korean solo mini album "D's WAVE" tour, "D-LITE 2025 ASIA TOUR [D's WAVE] IN
The tour began in Seoul, South Korea in April, and traveled to various cities in Asia, before finishing in Japan.
This will be the second time they will perform at GLION ARENA KOBE in Hyogo on July 22nd (Tuesday) and 23rd (Wednesday).
The album will feature songs from the "WAVE" album, as well as songs that have been released in Japan so far, and BI
In addition to performing a medley of GBANG's Masterpiece, in the middle of the live performance, they performed their latest Japanese song "Umbrella (Japanese)" which was just released digitally on Wednesday, August 27th.
They also performed "Song of the Day" (Version 1) and performed a total of 25 songs (including medleys) for a total of approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes. Here is a report on the events on the 30th.
As the start time approached, the audience's wirelessly controlled penlights lit up in yellow.
The fans were singing along and calling out the songs, and it seemed like they were all ready to go. Then, the opening video was played on the giant screen set up on the main stage, and the sound of the live band was superimposed on it.
Then the center of the screen opened and D-LITE appeared.
Universe!" and the live started with the title song of "D's WAVE," "Universe."
It was a number from the band, and it was a song where you could enjoy D-LITE's powerful and soaring vocals. There was a performance where sparks came out from both the ceiling and floor of the stage, and the audience called out loudly.
The song was played with a climax-like excitement right from the start. In the middle of the song, dancers appeared, making the stage even more lively. D-LITE's face was also smiling, and he was full of powerful energy.
He finished the song by pumping his fist in the air, singing a long, powerful tone. "Everyone in Japan, were you in the mood?" he asked, to which the audience responded with a loud voice.
"I think I'm able to stand here because your voices have reached my heart," he said, expressing his gratitude to the fans, and then he gave a lecture on the call and response that he had thought up himself.
"I'm still not sure if there will be a chance. If there isn't, I'll just give up and go for a normal live show (laughs)," he said, adding with his characteristic humor, "ROCK" (D-LITE)
) "AND" (audience). The fans quickly mastered it and it worked well, leading into the second song, "Last girl (with HAN YO HAN)."
The first half of the concert focused on Korean songs, showcasing D-LITE's range as a singer. In the pop song "JUMP," which D-LITE participated in writing and composing, he performed a comical performance with the dancers.
They showed some fun exchanges, and when the lyrics said "JUMP," the whole venue jumped together. From the main stage to the center stage in the middle of the arena, connected by Flower Road,
He used it to incite the audience and create a happy atmosphere. Meanwhile, during "빛 (Light)," he sat on a chair and wrote about his feelings for the "light" that is you in a chic atmosphere filled with smoke.
Even if you don't understand Korean, the emotion of the song is conveyed clearly through her voice and facial expressions. The finale is so beautiful that it takes your breath away.
They also performed "Alsetto." The middle part of the show was a block mainly of songs in Japanese. Songs that were in Korean in cities outside of Japan were performed in Japanese versions, such as "Singing." This shows how deeply they felt about their Japanese performances.
There are also moments when they directly express their feelings, and this time they are touring Asia with "D's WAVE" released in Korea, but
He stated that the production of "WAVE" was inspired by his activities in Japan. Now that he has been a solo artist in Japan for 11 years, he said, "It's important, or rather, it's a way to show my activities.
In addition to "Singing Tai no Ballad," the lead song from his Japanese solo debut album "D'scover" (released in 2013), which is included in the setlist for his Asia tour,
She also sang "Singing I Want to Sing" and "Dress." "Singing I Want to Sing" has been sung many times in live performances, but each time it evokes new emotions.
However, it also sounds like the current D-LITE is singing and appealing to the world. As he sang, squeezing his soul from the depths of his body, D-LITE suddenly turned the microphone towards the audience, and the whole venue erupted in cheers.
It felt like D-LITE and his fans were connecting with each other through the song.
D-LITE participated in writing the lyrics for this new song with original Japanese lyrics, and it was released digitally for the first time in about eight years to commemorate this Japanese performance.
The song was inspired by the keyword "Umbrella," an item that protects you from the rain, and is sung with the lyrics "I promise you, I'll be your
The lyrics of the song, "I want to be an umbrella," convey the message that the song will become an umbrella for the listeners, helping them overcome their worries and fears.
The first half of the song has a calm atmosphere, with the opening lines embodying the image of the song, but in the chorus, D-LITE's powerful voice reaches you straight in, overflowing with emotion.
This is a BIGBANG song that D-LITE has wanted to sing, even though there haven't been many opportunities to perform it until now.
After the medley, they changed their outfits from a vibrant yellow denim style to casual black outfits, and went back to the Korean song block.
The world of "WAVE" is depicted more vividly. After "Wolf," where the heavy and powerful rhythm backdrop and the sometimes mad and writhing vocals touch the heart, the band set
After the short program, three songs that D-LITE himself participated in writing and composing followed. As he called out, "Let's change the atmosphere!", he created a bright and happy atmosphere with the dancers.
"Fly Beautiful Life" and "Fly Beautiful Life" are songs that give you the feeling of freedom as if you are flying in the vast sky, and a singing voice that seems to pierce through the sky.
Away," and "Us," which was sung as if speaking to each and every member of the audience.
Before." Each song exudes D-LITE's personality, who never forgets to smile no matter how difficult or painful things may be.
"There's no language barrier when it comes to singing, right? It doesn't have to be Japanese, it doesn't have to be any song, it doesn't have to be from a foreign country, but everyone enjoys the song, and I feel a sense of unity while singing, which makes me really happy.
"Up until now, in Japan, she has only performed mainly Japanese songs, so she said, "I don't remember singing in Korean in front of so many people (laughs)."
As you can see, it was a rare opportunity, but it also proved that D-LITE's songs can reach the emotions more directly than words. He also read a letter to his fans on this day.
Looking back on the days since they resumed activities last year, he revealed his feelings, saying, "I hope our concerts will become the longest-lasting routine of my life."
The final song of the main program was "WINGS." The SE before the show started was amazing, but the fans called out many times louder and sang along louder. D-LITE said, "Everyone
"Let's go!" The crowd's voices grew louder as they called out, and the venue came together as one to close the show. Of course, it didn't end like this, and they returned to the stage in response to calls for an encore.
D-LITE appeared on stage, beating his signature drums. The excitement in the venue rose again, and he launched into a string of BIGBANG hit songs. Laser beams flew everywhere.
Smoke and sparks rose, the audience cheered and danced, and Pia Arena MM turned into a huge club.
-Day" and "Look at me, Gwisun". Just when we thought this was the end, D-LITE appeared on stage again. "Everyone,
"It's already over. Are you free? (laughs)," he said, acting as if he was sighing, but with a smile that showed he was filled with gratitude. Then, he spoke about BIGBANG's activities, which will mark their 20th anniversary next year.
This year, each member is doing solo activities, but next year, he said, "I'd be happy to see you all together." And at the end, he will perform "Stay by my side." Before his hiatus due to enlistment
He had been hoping to sing it once he had become a "dignified and reliable man," but he had missed the opportunity.
He decided to sing as "someone who can properly say 'I'm home.'" He sang gently and powerfully to the beautiful piano melody, exuding loneliness.
At the end, D- walked around the stage, bowing deeply to the audience many times, and thanking them loudly without using a microphone.
LITE. During his MC, he jokes in fluent Japanese and makes the audience laugh, but I feel that this seriousness and hard work are at the root of it all. "Next year will mark 20 years in my musical career.
"But I don't think I've even reached halfway through my schedule. I'll do my best to keep singing for a long, long time." It was a live performance that truly made me want to be a part of his musical career for the rest of his life.
The Japan performances of this tour will be held on July 22nd (Tue) and 23rd (Wed) at GLION ARENA KOBE in Hyogo.
On August 30th (Sat) and 31st (Sun) at Pia Arena MM in Kanagawa, the band held a total of four performances, attracting approximately 30,000 people.
The performance was a great opportunity to see further growth in their activities in Japan. D-LITE 2025 ASIA TOUR [D's WAVE] IN JAPAN Kanagawa Pia Arena MM
August 30th (Sat) Setlist 1. Universe 2. Last girl (with HAN YO HAN) 3. JUMP 4. Falling Slowly
5. Light 6. Try Smiling + BABY DON'T CRY 7. Singing I Want to Sing Ballad 8. Rainy Rainy + Dress
9.Umbrella(Japanese ver.) 10.MONSTAR +Stupid Liar+Oh My Friend 11.흘러간다 12.Wolf
13.Beautiful Life 14.Fly Away 15.Us Before 16.WINGS 17.FANTASTIC BABY+BANG BANG
BANG+We Like 2 PARTY 18.D-Day 19.Nalbakisun (Look at me, Gwisun) 20.Stay by my side