6 Legendary Taeyang Performances that Make Us Nostalgic for the Past

AKP STAFF

K-Pop idols come and go, but Taeyang's smooth voice and powerful dance moves have withheld the test of time. With nearly a decade as an industry-changing music dignitary, this K-Pop group member turned solo powerhouse has become a household name for K-Pop fans all across the world. Deemed the "Prince of R&B" in Korea, Taeyang has released two solo albums in his career: "Solar" in 2010 and "Rise" in 2014, but his newest album entitled, "White Night" will be released August 16! In celebration of his decade-long career, here are 7 legendary Taeyang performances that make us nostalgic for the past:

6. Ma Girl (Live at HOT Concert)

The day this video from Big Bang's 'HOT Concert' was uploaded was the day YouTube broke. A legendary performance of his first solo single that forever ingrained Taeyang into our hearts, 'Ma Girl' showed us that ready or not, the K-Pop community must be prepared for Taeyang's soulful R&B style.�

5. I Need A Girl (Dance Performance ft. Dara of 2ne1)

It seemed like everyone wanted to be Dara from 2ne1�when they saw Taeyang�dancing with her in his dance performance music video for 'I Need a Girl'. This simple, yet unforgettable music video features a verse from Big Bang bandmate, G-Dragon giving the track a feeling of a simpler time for K-Pop with mellow vibes and love at the center of the mind.

4. Ringa Linga (Dance Performance Video 2014

Imitated by many, rivaled by none: the 'Ringa Linga'�performance video has been an inspiration for many new age idol groups like Blackpink�and BTS. The track's refrain is inspired by a Korean nursery rhyme called "Round and Round"�and has received wonderful reception for its addictive dancefloor feel. The video boasts internationally-acclaimed dancers with Taeyang as the thrilling center of it all!

3. Good Boy & Fantastic Baby (Live at 2014 MAMA Awards with G-Dragon)

With G-Dragon�in a fur coat, and Taeyang in well, nothing, the pair tore the stage apart with their bass-booming, heart-dropping trap collaboration, 'Good Boy'. It is this performance that proves to the newer idols that the original artists who paved the way for K-pop are here-to-stay!�

2. Eyes, Nose, Lips (Duet with Daejeon Rhythm Gangster)

Would you believe that Taeyang has never done a duet with a woman after nearly a decade of being in the industry? The seemingly impromptu duet version of 'Eyes, Nose, Lips' showcases his insurmountable talent and ability to improvise when performing.�

1. Wedding Dress (SBS Inkigayo performance)

The Taeyang hit that surpasses all others. The angst-ridden melodrama of a track that accompanies uncontrollable feelings of nostalgia for 2000's K-Pop, 'Wedding Dress' is the singer's most reputable track to date. What many netizens refer to as the 'golden era' of K-Pop, this nostalgic song ruled the charts thanks to Taeyang's incomparable�bittersweet lyricism and choreography.

After watching all these nostalgic performances, are you dying to see Taeyang's extraordinary performances, but are stuck in the U.S. and Canada?�

Well VIPs, you're in luck! Taeyang is coming to North America for his 2017 World Tour: White Night! Trust us, you do not�want to miss out on the theatrics that he's going to bring! Find out if Taeyang�is coming to a city near you!

White Night North American Tour Schedule:

- August 30 Toronto, ON International Centre�
- September 1 New York, NY Theater @ Madison Square Garden�
- September 3 Chicago, IL Aragon Ballroom�
- September 6 Atlanta, GA�Cobb Energy Center�
- September 8 Dallas, TX Bomb Factory
- September 10 San Jose, CA City National Civic�
- September 12 Los Angeles, CA The Wiltern�
- September 15 Vancouver, BC The Orpheum