K-pop group SEVENTEEN takes New York City by storm and lights the Empire State Building

K-Pop icons SEVENTEEN have taken over the Big Apple with two sold-out concerts and have now also left their mark on the city’s most famous skyscraper by lighting up the Empire State Building with their band’s colors in support of UNESCO.

Just like their tagline “SEVENTEEN here,” the South Korean boy group has impressed New York with two sold-out concerts at the UBS Arena on October 25 and 27, and lighting up the Empire State Building on October 28. and without missing a beat, he will also appear on ABC’s Good Morning America on October 30.

October marked the start of SEVENTEEN’s world tour with 10 sold-out shows, starting at Goyang Stadium in South Korea and then across the United States in Chicago, New York, San Antonio, Oakland, and ending in Los Angeles.

Global icons S.Coups, Jeonghan, Joshua, Jun, Hoshi, Wonwoo, Woozi, The On October 8, Mingyu, DK, Seungkwan, Vernon and Dino had fans, affectionately known as CARATs, rejoicing as they returned to New York on October 25 and 26, with many traveling far and wide to see the group perform.

Tayla Lewis, 24, boarded a plane from Liverpool, England, for the second time since 2022 to see SEVENTEEN in New York. She said their message of resilience and coping with struggles resonates with her own life and has shined a light of positivity when she needed it most.

“They mean a lot to me. It sounds strange, but every time something has gone wrong in my life, I put on their album, and it always helps me get through it,” Lewis told amNewYork Metro.

Anne Phan, 26, came from the West Coast and held onto a sign that read, “Thank you for being my youth.” The Seattle native proudly stated that she has been a fan of SEVENTEEN since their debut in 2015.

“I’ve been a fan of theirs since their debut, so they’re people I watched and grew up with. They had a big impact on me during my younger years and I would like to thank them for that. I always find comfort in their music, and they speak about difficult times and being supportive through their messages,” Phan said.

With a repertoire spanning over nine years, including their newly released 12e mini-album SPILL THE FEELS, SEVENTEEN delivered a breathtaking performance that told the story of their journey in the struggle to conquer the music industry with songs about helplessness, fear, resilience and hope.

SEVENTEEN also hopes to spread a message of positivity beyond the music industry. The K-Pop group is also UNESCO’s first-ever Goodwill Ambassadors for Youth, working to amplify the voices of youth and inspire them worldwide. Five of the band members, Vernon, Mingyu, Dino, DK and Joshua lit up the Empire State Building in rose quartz and serenity (pink and blue) in honor of UNSESCO and the release of their new album SPILL THE FEELS.

“This appointment recognizes their deep commitment to the social impact and well-being of young people around the world. SEVENTEEN performances not only bring joy through music and entertainment, they also empower youth and promote collective social action. With 13 members, each bringing unique strengths, SEVENTEEN is all about teamwork and creativity. Their journey and talent inspire millions of young people, millions of CARATs, to believe in themselves and their ability to shine and grow, just like diamonds,” said Eliot Minchenberg, Director of the New York Office at UNESCO.

SEVENTEEN donated $1 million to The Global Youth Grant Scheme, with UNESCO helping to fund 100 youth-led action projects worldwide. Vernon, a native of New York City, stated that SEVENTEEN is proud to be an ambassador for UNESCO and hopes their commitment to youth inspires others to join the initiative.

“We hope that our commitment to supporting the futures of young people around the world through this event resonates with individuals. I’m excited to see the Empire State Building light up in the colors of SEVENTEEN, rose quartz and serenity. And I hope everyone, including our beloved CARATs, enjoys today’s lighting event,” said Vernon.

SEVENTEEN certainly took a bite out of the Big Apple and will end their visit by performing their hit “LOVE, MONEY, FAME” with DJ Khaled on October 30 on ABC’s Good Morning America.