LE SSERAFIM‘s Sakura has captured the spotlight with her vocal performance at Coachella 2024, quickly becoming a viral sensation. The star, who had previously faced significant scrutiny for her vocals during an encore performance controversy, has turned the tables with her recent live showcase, according to some fans.
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Sakura was the center of criticism following LE SSERAFIM’s comeback with “EASY,” when netizens and critics questioned her singing ability after a particularly bad encore showing. However, fans claim her performance at Coachella has silenced her doubters. One thing is for sure: Sakura’s performance throughout the set has earned her an outpouring of support and praise from fans across the globe.
Numerous tweets celebrating her improvement and hard work have gone viral, emphasizing her standout moments during the festival.
CRYING, SOBBING SCREAMING SAKURA LIVE VOCAL IMPROVEMENT IS INSANE
— Mila FIMCHELLA (@milkkura39) April 14, 2024
During LE SSERAFIM’s set, Sakura shined brightly in songs like “Antifragile,” “Perfect Night,” and “Fearless,” as well as the newly debuted “1-800 Hot & Fun.” Fans specifically pointed out her deep tone and lower range, suggesting that these qualities make her voice distinct and appealing, and encouraged her to utilize this range more frequently.
SAKURA LIVE VOCAL
SAKURA To The World #LESSERAFIMatCOACHELLA #FIMCHELLA #SAKURA #LE_SSERAFIM #Coachella #Coachella2024
pic.twitter.com/HDakarfTFY
— Kuragawa³⁹ #明るい夜 (@kuragawa1) April 14, 2024
now you guys better keep my wife’s name out your fucking mouth!!
SAKURA To The World#LESSERAFIMatCOACHELLA #FIMCHELLA #SAKURA #LE_SSERAFIM #Coachella #Coachella2024 pic.twitter.com/AYtwbLkR8t
— sakura pics (@picsofsakura) April 14, 2024
the coachella crowd singing along to sakura’s iconic line in perfect night pic.twitter.com/5iY4awpNSj
— joe #FIMCHELLA (@elsserafim) April 14, 2024
sakura ate this up so bad she sounds so good in the new song and she’s made for the stage FUCK THE GOSSIP pic.twitter.com/ytSGNCrH12
— (@queerdomrv) April 14, 2024
sakura really need to start using her lower tones when singing, she sounds amazing pic.twitter.com/8MlbadjTXN
— Karl (@kazuhDaBI) April 14, 2024
Aside from her vocal prowess, Sakura also drew significant attention for her stunning visuals. Sporting long blonde hair and dressed in a custom Louis Vuitton outfit designed specifically for her, she was a visual standout. Her appearance was so striking that she went viral as “the long-haired blonde girl,” with many new fans and casual viewers asking about her name.
“I LIKE TO KISS EVERYBODY”
SAKURA WHAT?!!??
SAKURA To The World#LESSERAFIMatCOACHELLA #FIMCHELLA #SAKURA #LE_SSERAFIM #Coachella #Coachella2024 pic.twitter.com/HzF55X5FDo
— Mila FIMCHELLA (@milkkura39) April 14, 2024
Y’all don’t understand Sakura in real life is like nothing you’ve ever seen before
— sarah ~ FIMCHELLA (@maxiangs) April 14, 2024
SAKURA IS INSANE!!! HER RAPPING IN DEEP TONE!!! pic.twitter.com/FLVAOTAYKq
— Mila FIMCHELLA (@milkkura39) April 14, 2024
I mean.. pic.twitter.com/Yurj2MjiG2
— Niko (@flamedshot) April 14, 2024
Sakura’s viral success at Coachella could mark a pivotal moment in her career, showcasing her growth as an artist and resilience in the face of criticism.