Jessica cries while singing a Girls’ Generation song… “Do you regret leaving?” Speculation pouring in

[Sports Chosun Reporter Lee Woo-joo] Singer Jessica drew attention for the background after bursting into tears while singing Girls' Generation's debut song during a performance.

Jessica held a solo concert, 'Reflections in Vietnam,' in Vietnam on the 18th and met with local fans. During the show, Jessica put together a medley of hit songs from her days with Girls' Generation, including 'Gee,' 'Tell Me Your Wish,' 'I Got A Boy,' 'The Boys,' and 'Mr.Mr,' to create her stage.

In particular, Jessica performed Girls' Generation's iconic debut song, 'Into the New World,' in a poignant ballad arrangement. While singing toward the fans, Jessica suddenly seemed overwhelmed with emotion and was seen in tears.

This is not the first time Jessica has sung a Girls' Generation song on stage. She also sang Girls' Generation songs at her concert in Malaysia last January, which drew both attention and controversy. Despite declaring that she would stand on her own after leaving the group, criticism and support were sharply divided over claims that she was continuously relying on the former group's career versus arguments that it was simply fan service.

Public reaction to this tearful performance is also sharply divided. Some netizens speculate, saying, "In the end, isn't it because she misses the time when she shone the brightest?" and "These must be tears of regret over leaving Girls' Generation," while others strongly argue that overinterpreting it should be avoided, saying, "It was only a mix of many emotions about the years that have passed."

Meanwhile, Jessica debuted with Girls' Generation in 2007, but left the group in 2014 after the 'Mr. Mr.' promotions. Since then, Jessica has balanced her fashion brand business and solo activities. In August 2022, she published the novel 'Bright,' which became controversial for content reminiscent of Girls' Generation activities. This was because the novel told the story of a nine-member girl group protagonist being ostracized and driven out. In the novel, Rachel contains a storyline in which she runs a fashion business while clashing with some members, leading to controversy over whether it was a dig at Girls' Generation.

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