Loud music, fire, and powerful performances are typical of boy group shows. Each time, you’re met with pounding music and stomping choreography that feel masculine and strong escalating the vibes in the venue.
But have you ever wondered if this is a standard set by the boy groups’ companies? What if you go to a concert and the member completely surpasses your expectations, appearing as they want and not limited by the persona their company created?
The Lykn Dusk & Dawn concert was held on October 18 and 19 at Impact Arena Bangkok. This T-Pop group began with a stunning entrance when Lego of Lykn surprised fans with his new look. He intentionally got hair extensions for the event and embraced a more feminine style than what is typically expected from boy group members. For group performances, he wore clothes that matched his bandmates, like suits and outfits that emphasized a masculine style. It is said they bring their “signature charisma” to one of Bangkok’s biggest stages. Yet, Lego still managed to show his beautiful side in every movement.
During his solo performance, Lego delivered a surprising act for fans with his Bitch Better have My Money and Rude Boy songs. Wearing a corset and a luxurious dress, Lego gave a stunning performance. This feminine appearance didn’t stop Lego from appearing fierce and strong. Behind that beauty, every spin on the ceiling of the stage shows the strength of his muscles. Every stomp of his foot and flick of his long hair showed how he was going to slay the stage even more.
I’ve watched many boy group concerts, but I’ve never seen a boy group member express himself so freely like Lego. Some believe that boy group members are struggling to maintain image their company shaped. This has also been a common discussion that they often lack freedom and follow the persona built by company, as discussed on Reddit.
In Lego’s Case, he’s completely embracing a look that he is comfortable with and still serves a powerful stage presence. It’s the freedom of his choice, confidence, authenticity, and being his true self in front of fans. Watching him perform at this concert felt like witnessing a new standard of self-expression on stage.
While some boy groups are forced to maintain a public persona crafted by their company, Lykn has the freedom to choose how they present themselves. It’s not just the freedom to appear feminine like Lego, but the freedom to appear as they are, as they want, and as they feel comfortable.
Lego’s new look shows when an artist offered freedom they can experiment boldly. This opportunities pushing boundaries for the authenticity and should be a sign for boy group companies that it’s time to let artists break out of rigid concepts and express themselves freely.
Guan QiuYu 
REN Ren 
VickyWu