First, a battle is fought to get tickets that are sold out in seconds. Then, there is the struggle of budgeting to travel to the venue. Then, hours of waiting in line to get the merch and the lightstick.
Things could get rough if the weather does not cooperate while attending the concert in pouring rains, shivering cold, or blistering heat. Attending your fave’s concert is no child’s play. It requires months of planning and savings.
The artists know how difficult it is for their fans to attend their concerts. Moreover, they are grateful for their fans’ unwavering support and validation. Although artist can’t express their gratitude to each individual, they ensure to thank them in any way they can.
Korean singers and actors have created a concept of fan service, where they present special treatment to their fans. The most common approach is a fan sign event, where the artist dedicates time to cater to each individual fan who bought the tickets to that event.
These idols and actors find creative ways to entertain their fans and also make them feel special.
And in one particular case, the artist went beyond to show how much she loves her fans with an intimate gesture. BIBI has taken fan service to the next level, and this personal connection has made the fans ecstatic as they anticipate who will be the lucky fan she kisses at her concert.
Who Is BIBI?
BIBI had quite an unconventional beginning as opposed to most K-Pop idols. She started as an independent artist on SoundCloud whose lyrics depicted the anguish of self-expression and the self-filtered feeling of being unable to say what she wanted.
Ever since she was a teenager, she developed a strong sense of individuality and refused to conform to the industry standards. Her music cannot be confined to a box as she keeps redefining her music.
No wonder she caught the eyes of the most influential K-HipHop couple, Tiger JK and Yoon Mi Rae. The couple is known as the founding father and queen, respectively, in the Korean Hip Hop scene. Tiger JK is the most followed mentor for younger generations, including RM from BTS.
Meanwhile, Yoon Mi Rae has created a regal legacy for herself as one of the best rappers and the OST queen.
To get noticed by this couple is like striking oil and gold at the same time. BIBI not only got their attention, but they also took her under their wings. In 2017, Feel Ghood Music signed BIBI as their first artist, and since then, there has been no looking back with her official debut in 2019. She also participated in the SBS singing contest, The Fan, finishing second place.
BIBI’s music is bold, courageous, and defies Korean standards. Her unapologetically authentic demeanor has amassed her considerable following in Korea and internationally.
Her stage presence, live performances, and fan service have enthralled the fans over the years, making her concerts a huge hit.
Why Did BIBI Kiss a Female Fan Mid-Concert?
BIBI strides through fan service so effortlessly that it seems more like an interaction between two friends rather than a parasocial relationship.
And she has the brazen personality of Tiger JK and the elegance of Yoon Mi Rae. This deadly combination is reflected in her fan interactions as well. During the “Head in the Clouds” 2021 concert, she shocked the audience when she descended the stage and kissed a female fan in the middle of the performance.
K-Netz were rather digging this cute gesture instead of being appalled since it may be frowned upon in Korean culture. Fans absolutely loved a cheeky and cute kiss.
And she strikes again, kissing another female fan during her live performance. She got down from the stage, climbed the podium barricade on the audience’s side, and planted a kiss on a fan.
This created a huge buzz in Korean media, with some raising questions about her sexual orientation. But contrary to this belief, BIBI has maintained that she is straight. Meanwhile, fans simply love her for these cute interactions and are hoping that she continues this trend in the future as well.
What are your thoughts on BIBI’s fan service? Is she wrong in getting close to a fan, or is it just a gratifying gesture? What are your opinions on BIBI’s music?
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