The group Billlie is receiving high praise for a perfect collaboration stage with Patti LaBelle and Megan Thee Stallion.
Billlie (Siyun, Seun, Tsuki, Moon Sua, Haram, Suhyun, Haruna) recently appeared on Apple TV+'s original global music competition series "KPOPPED," presenting collaboration stages with legendary artists as well as iconic artists.
"KPOPPED" is a program in which top K-pop artists and global pop stars form teams and offer stages that newly reinterpret each other's hits. With intense interest from global music fans even before airing, Billlie was selected for the world premiere on the 29th and opened "KPOPPED" episode 1 with a dazzling opening.
Billlie split into two units to perform with 65-year-debut R&B and soul legend Patti LaBelle and with famous artist Megan Thee Stallion, who swept the three major U.S. popular music awards — the Grammy Awards, the Billboard Music Awards and the American Music Awards.
First, Siyun, Seun and Moon Sua reinvented "Savage" with a different charm alongside Megan Thee Stallion. Including Korean lyrics expressing "Savage," the performances showcased Billlie's conceptual yet sensuous musical interpretation and powerful performances, boldly displaying their allure.
Then Tsuki, Haram, Suhyun and Haruna passionately sang the era-defining hit "Lady Marmalade" with Patti LaBelle. With outstanding vocal ability and rich expressiveness, they upgraded the song's glamorous atmosphere into Billlie's style, heating up the venue. They also delivered a musical experience and overwhelming performances that transcended generations and genres, captivating global fans.
Finally, for "KPOPPED," Billlie specially arranged the track "flipp!ng a coin" from their first mini album into a "KPOPPED" version, ending with intense catchiness and confident, powerful energy. Megan Thee Stallion and Patti LaBelle also left a strong impact by enjoying the stage with Billlie.
Especially, music fans around the world who watched the broadcast reacted enthusiastically, saying, "Billlie deserved to be revealed as the world premiere for episode 1. Their singing and performance are both perfect," "The stages newly reinterpreted in Billlie style are historic," "This kind of historic collaboration is beyond imagination," and "As expected, Billlie is reliable to listen to. More people need to see Billlie's stage."
Through this program, Billlie proved they are a "conceptual K-pop icon" with unique stage dominance that captures attention at once and outstanding musicality, drawing attention domestically and internationally. Having reaffirmed Billlie's presence and abilities in the global music market, expectations are mounting for their future activities.
[Photo] Screenshot of Apple TV+ "KPOPPED" broadcast.
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