Ado concert in Singapore: The mysterious Japanese singer shows off powerhouse vocals in one-of-a-kind experience
Titled Hibana, Ado’s concert on Wednesday night (May 21) is the first-ever Singapore show for the acclaimed Japanese singer, whose identity remains unknown to the public.
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How hyped can you be from watching someone perform in a box? That was the question I had ahead of Japanese singer Ado’s inaugural Singapore concert – titled Hibana – on Wednesday night (May 21).
In the five years since the 22-year-old made her official debut, Ado has become one of the biggest Japanese music acts the world has heard. That’s right: Heard.
Because, ladies and gentlemen, despite a bevy of platinum-selling records and sold-out concerts worldwide to her name, no one has actually seen what Ado looks like.
But it’s not like fans are listening to a Spotify recording during her shows. Ado is indeed performing live on stage during her concerts, with choreography to boot. What sets her apart from other artistes is that she’s usually belting out her hits in a box that lets only her silhouette be visible to audiences.
In a past interview with British publication The Guardian, Ado explained her decision to conceal her identity, citing a desire for fans to focus on her artistry.
“When I perform live, it’s about what can be expressed purely through the songs, the lighting and my silhouette…I hope audiences overseas can enjoy this new kind of culture.”
