I counted the days
End of 2022
Taylor Swift (Taylor Swift) She announced that she would be holding a world-class concert tour called “The Eras Tour”, bringing together songs from every era, and all ten albums, in one concert.
At that time, I grew up listening to music. you belong with me After having the opportunity to listen to music and learn about the diversity of this woman from childhood, her heart rate began to beat a little faster than usual. Because I expect that a small country but with a magnetic power that attracts concerts of many international artists like Thailand, will have the opportunity to welcome Taylor Swift again, and I will probably have the opportunity to see her perform with your own concert. Role.
But regardless of the cause of fate, political consequences or capitalism, Thailand did not get this opportunity.
One day ago, I learned that my beloved artist would not come to perform at a concert in my country. I almost gave up on going to her concert. Because going to a concert abroad is not easy. What would be the huge expenses? Until I went back to watch Miss America On Netflix, a documentary about the life and music journey of Taylor Swift.
It's the story of a woman who never stops striving for the job she loves. No matter what obstacles and obstacles life throws at you.
A woman who loves and honors all her work. She works hard to improve her music. Along with finding a way and finding a new identity so that she has the opportunity to continue doing the work she loves
Women who have power and use that power to advance social and political issues. Although there was fear in my heart and there was an end to the previous generation of artists who spoke out about politics. But she didn't let that fear stop her from doing the right thing.
A woman so wonderful that it is no wonder that the whole world admires and approves of her.
Of course I'm one of them, my Taylor Swift craze has been awakened. And I will never allow myself to miss the party of the century! I got to be part of the Eras tour this time!
The option of going to a concert abroad is within the reach of a junior employee like me. It seems that there are only Singapore and Japan, two countries on the Asian side.
I use love mixed with intention. And don't forget to raise your hands to pray for the good deeds you have done to help achieve success in the ticket printing process for The Eras Tour to be held in Singapore. The country closest to Thailand
Let me answer immediately: Mission failed! Because once the internet signal allows concert ticket collectors like me to go to the website used to book tickets. It suddenly appeared that there was a queue of millions to worry about. After a few minutes of pressing the card, I haven't gone anywhere yet. Tickets are already sold out, ts!
Time to get concert tickets is not easy at all. But when life does not end, we have to keep fighting. Singapore can't do it, but there's still Japan for Swiftys like me to try again.
But the problem with swiping cards in Japan is that just having a fast internet signal is not enough. You also need to rely on merit points accumulated from past lives to help you. Because booking tickets here uses a random system, like winning the lottery! Good luck is gained, bad luck is eliminated.
Although I know it's risky but you may have to try it!
After searching for information about purchasing concert tickets in Japan. I clicked to apply for membership on Lawson Ticket, a Japanese concert ticketing website, filled out the information, then clicked to select a ticket, choosing the seating area and desired price. Choose how many people you will go with. Ready to fill credit card information with normal heart rate I did not expect anything because in this life there is no luck in any gambling, just buy the lottery and you will win. Not to mention risking your luck to go to a concert of your favorite artist.
After completing this step, we must leave it to fate to decide whether this will lead us to obtain the card or not.
I spend time waiting. Switch to listening to Taylor's songs from the albums Taylor Swift, Fearless, Speak Now, Red, 1989, Reputation, Lover, Folklore, Forever, Midnight
day after day
day after day
day after day
On the morning of July 15, 2023, I received an email from Lowson Ticket.
Thank you for entering the sweepstakes.
After a strict and fair draw, we are pleased to inform you that your entry has been selected!
You have to go to The Eras Tour concert and be impressed! See you at Tokyo Dome 7 months from now, Taylor!
I counted the miles
4,600 kilometers, or nearly 3,000 miles, is the distance from Bangkok to Japan, and that's how far it will take us to meet Taylor on February 9, 2024.
7 months of listening to the song on repeat until Spotify Wrap results for 2023 were almost all of its songs.
After 7 months of waiting, I went to warm up by watching live recordings of The Eras Tour concerts in theaters twice.
Finally, on February 6th, it was time to leave for Japan. This is the first time in my life that I will go to a concert abroad, I am very excited.
To see you there
February 9, 2024 The day we have been waiting for has arrived.
From 7 months of waiting, from more than 3000 miles traveled, today I finally stood up. (Legs shivering from the cold) In front of the Tokyo Dome.
At around 4:00 p.m., the area in front of the Tokyo Dome was crowded with Swifties from all over the world. But everyone has a heart for Taylor's music, too.
Before entering the party I would like to take a look at the Swifties, who are all dressed quite elegantly according to Mae Tay's “Eras” they love. I'm not afraid even though the weather temperature is only 2-3 degrees Celsius, and I don't forget to participate in the activity of exchanging friendship bracelets or bead bracelets that Swifties intend to exchange.
For anyone wondering about friendship bracelets, let me tell you that Swifties have a cute tradition of exchanging friendship bracelets strung with colorful beads. Some use beads of letters to form the name of the song. It's the name of the album. Then bring them to exchange on the day of the party. That started with the song You're on your own, kid In the Midnight Album, there's a line that says, So, make friendship bracelets, seize this moment and savor it.
Okay, the time is right, your voice is ready, your body is ready, your heart is ready, let's go to the concert.
It's been a long time coming, but! It's Taylor and us!
At approximately 5:30 p.m., I entered the Tokyo Dome. The grand concert venue had a capacity of about 55,000 people, and was very large. He walks around and meets a lot of people and I can't help but feel happy for everyone who came to watch the concert together today. And once again I feel very lucky.
My seat was on the first floor, on the left side of the stage. Not too high and not too far from the stage. It can be said that the merit points we have given are not small at all. Because the seats obtained are also randomly generated. Although there is a bar that gets in the way a little, that's okay, it's forgivable.
At 6:00 pm the hall lights went out. A countdown timer appears. The intro music started playing. At the same time the dancers walked out on stage, the Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour concert in Japan officially began. Like my tears
It wasn't long until Taylor Swift appeared with the song. Miss America From the album Lover, I now understand what it's like to open your mouth and sing with tears in your eyes. It was so exciting that I couldn't even say it, it was fun and admirable and satisfying, and the woman standing on the stage in front of me had a power beyond words.
3 hours into this concert, Taylor takes us on a journey through each of her eras.
Thebe's heart was broken. Besides screaming and singing the most popular part of the song Harsh summer
Go back to your childhood and enjoy your favorite songs from middle school like… you belong with me
I went into the woods to listen to Taylor play the song on the piano. Champagne problems It's so beautiful that it's so satisfying.
Get your full voice expressed with songs that will sit on your shelf forever Long life
Listen to the story of a love triangle through the songs of the popular album.
I gotta dance with all my might Speak out loud with the song get rid of
Get the most out of it with the songs on the Reputation album
Admire the talent with all your heart in the song well Duration 10 minutes!
Got a new favorite song to put in your playlist like Superman And the outside Which was the surprise song the day I went
For 3 hours I let my spirits out, dancing and screaming songs until I was out of breath and my voice almost disappeared. But the power of this world-class artist's voice is unmistakable. The power didn't disappear at all. I really want to bring you kind words from the whole world.
Every interest and interest is reflected in a concert of light, sound and splendor worth the wait.
Every determination is reflected in Taylor's strong body and flawless performance.
Truth be told, I may be a little biased, but this was the most perfect concert (for me) and was so impressive that I don't want a single moment to disappear from my memory.
In addition to the fun Taylor provides, the other thing I really gained is inspiration. Amidst this wonderful party I have inspired little humans like me to get back and focus on living my life well as I have always done in my life.
Throughout the 3 hours of the concert, the same sentence repeated in my mind over and over again:
I'm lucky to be sitting here. At this Taylor Swift concert, I was lucky enough to meet this woman. What's even luckier is that her songs are friends, solace and inspiration in life even today.
Write to the cloud
a trip
If you have new learning experiences from living in every corner of the world please share your stories and knowledge with the photos accompanying the articles. Author photo The author's personal history, address, contact phone number and Facebook name are sent to the email. [email protected] Select the topic: “Submit a manuscript for a travel column” if your work is published on the site. We will send you a limited edition notebook from ZEQUENZ, a Thai notebook brand, 100% handmade and 360 degree opening as a souvenir.
“Internet geek. Friendly coffee trailblazer. Infuriatingly humble musicaholic. Twitter fan. Devoted alcohol aficionado. Avid thinker.”