Hong Kong Canto-pop star Gigi Lam, widely known as Gigi, delivered an emotionally charged performance on Christmas Eve, marking her first solo concert since embarking on independent artistic ventures. Lam’s “My Voyage Goes On Live” concert, held at AsiaWorld-Expo, transformed into a deeply intimate gathering where the artist and her fans shared moments of raw emotion, particularly during the encore segment.
Throughout the night, Lam performed a vast repertoire of covers, including famous tracks such as “Remembrance” (記得), “The Spirit of Wind” (風靈物語), “One Hundred Years of Solitude” (百年孤寂), and the Coldplay hit “Fix You.” Despite enthusiastic cheers from the audience, Lam offered a humble critique of her own performance, expressing gratitude for the audience’s understanding.
Emotional Encore Honors Fire Victims
The climactic encore proved to be the most moving part of the evening. After reappearing in a denim dress, Lam was overwhelmed with emotion while performing “Remembrance,” often battling tears and eventually halting the song, prompting the audience to spontaneously take over and sing the lyrics. Lam later revealed the profound reason behind her emotional struggle: the song selections in the encore were specifically chosen to mourn the victims of the recent tragic five-alarm fire in Tai Po’s Hung Fuk Court.
“We all face unpredictable moments,” Lam stated, reflecting on life’s fragility and offering a wish for peace and happiness to all. She shared a personal connection to the tragedy through a relative who serves as a firefighter, intensifying her feelings about the suddenness of loss. Messages displayed on screen during the encore—crafted with her production team—also underscored themes of remembrance, cherishing loved ones, and perseverance through difficulty. The poignant sequence saw the singer frequently wiping tears and struggling to finish songs like “Alaska Harbour” (阿拉斯加港灣) and “Fix You.”
The only original song Lam performed all evening was her own track, “There Is Still A Lifeboat” (還有一艘救生艙), which she saved for the concert’s finale, drawing a massive round of applause and a resounding sing-along from the venue.
Lessons Learned and Future Plans
Following the successful event, Lam discussed her performance, acknowledging that her preparations were less than ideal due to a demanding schedule that included 15 prior musical theater performances.
“I have grown compared to before,” Lam noted. She explained that rehearsals for the musical theater had taught her techniques to manage performance anxiety, contrasting with earlier shows where nerves caused her to tremble. While she still felt some pressure during the concert, Lam described the show as a valuable learning experience.
Addressing the limited number of her original songs, Lam clarified that the selection process was thematic and deliberate. Her music director advised against randomly choosing tracks, advocating for a curated setlist that enriched the overall narrative of the concert.
When asked about her next move, Lam did not commit to holding another solo concert next year, emphasizing the need for meticulous preparation time before returning to the stage. She insisted that future events would only occur once she feels fully ready, ensuring the highest quality performance for her dedicated fanbase. The night concluded with a deeply heartfelt series of bows and a group photo with the entire audience, symbolizing a complete and memorable journey.
