Favorite SHINee Perf #3

March 22, 2012 - Intro+Stranger Comeback Stage at Mnet M! Countdown
[yes, I like this better than the Sherlock stage]

Before anything else, let me just say how much I absolutely disliked this song when I first listened to it because it sounded ridiculous but then they came out with this dynamic performance and it was all sorts of awesome and my opinion of the song took a 360-degree turn. They pulled it off and they pulled it off well.

This has everything I could possibly want in a performance: strong live vocals, enjoyable to watch choreography, commendable stage presence and enthusiasm, and fabulous clothes complete with fabulous hair (because OH-EM-GEE have you seen Taemin?).

And I'll never get over the fact how these five boys manage to dance and sing live at the same time. SHINee is already filled to the brim with talent and right now, I applaud them for their stamina as well. Stranger's choreography is not as hard or as physically demanding as Sherlock, but you can tell it tires the boys out too (what with stage rehearsals and numerous camera takes). It looks simple and easy, in a deceiving sort of way. Improvement is also evident in each member, even Minho, and you can tell that they really worked hard for their comeback. 

Lastly, what I always love whenever I'm watching a live performance - the fanchants. Absolutely adore the fanchants in Stranger and I will always be at awe over how Korean Shawols have so much discipline and manage to unite as one strong voice to support the boys. It makes my heart ache. I love my fandom.

Can I just say, what a way to make a comeback? SHINee showed all those rookie groups what they're made of and how it's really done and they slayed. Bless these boys and their abilities.