Back in the late 2000s, K-Pop stages were filled with raw vocals, live bands, and intense choreography, and sometimes, unforgettable moments that left audiences shocked. One such incident that fans still talk about today happened during a performance by legendary vocal group SeeYa.
In the middle of their set, one of the group’s backdancers suddenly collapsed on stage.
At first, some audience members thought it was part of the choreography, but the atmosphere quickly shifted once it became clear something was wrong.
She clearly looked to be in pain.
The members continued performing as if nothing happened, while fellow dancers rushed in to carry the performer off stage.
Despite the frightening moment, SeeYa members kept their composure and continued performing, a decision that drew both sympathy and controversy at the time. Some argued the show should have stopped immediately, while others praised the members for their professionalism in an unexpected emergency.
The incident has since resurfaced in online discussions, with longtime fans remembering just how intense and sometimes unsafe live stages could be during the era of nonstop music show promotions. It also sparked greater awareness about on-stage safety and health protocols for backup performers, who often faced grueling schedules under less-than-ideal conditions.
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