j-hope and Miguel Ignite the Stage at Hope on the Stage Concert
On April 4, 2025, the vibrant atmosphere at BMO Stadium in Los Angeles was electrified as American singer-songwriter Miguel graced the stage alongside j-hope during the much-anticipated Hope on the Stage concert. Together, they delivered a breathtaking rendition of their latest single, Sweet Dreams, captivating an enthusiastic crowd of ARMY fans.
This collaboration was not just an ordinary performance; Sweet Dreams had already garnered attention when Miguel showcased it earlier on The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon.
Historic Stadium Shows and Fan Reactions
In a significant milestone, j-hope made history as the first Korean solo artist to sell out a stadium show in the United States, achieving two sold-out performances on April 4 and 6, 2025, at BMO Stadium. According to reports from @touringkpop, a staggering 46,236 tickets were sold for both events combined.
Fans took to social media to share their excitement regarding the collaboration between j-hope and Miguel. One fan captured the magic of the moment, describing it as “pure magic.”
“Off the charts. This stage is pure magic,”commented one fan on X.
Fan enthusiasm did not wane, as many praised the duo’s performance. Users on X highlighted the collaboration as a concert highlight, with one describing it as a “magical”experience, while another noted that Miguel’s surprise appearance elevated the performance to “amazing”levels.
“Can’t yet fully express how spectacular tonight’s concert was because I don’t know where to start. There are so many highlights, and witnessing Hobi perform Sweet Dreams with @Miguel was definitely one of them,”remarked another fan.
“The happiness in Miguel’s eyes as the crowd sang along with him word for word until he felt comfortable to stop singing and just point the mic towards the audience to finish the line, it was magical!”exclaimed another fan.
“Miguel’s surprise appearance during “Sweet Dreams”made the song even more amazing, especially the way he surprised Hobi while singing along with ARMYs. Just look at their smiles,”reacted another fan.
Many fans reflected on the emotional connection they felt during the performance. Comments indicated that the finale, where Miguel and j-hope sang alongside the ARMY, was particularly heartwarming.
“Guys, the ending of Sweet Dreams is beautiful. ARMY singing along with Miguel,”commented one fan.
“What a delightful added bonus to have Miguel as a guest artist tonight. We were loud for ‘Sweet Dreams’,”wrote another fan.
“Army singing along with Miguel and Hobi during Sweet Dreams was so precious,”added another fan.
Insight on Sweet Dreams
On March 7, 2025, j-hope’s single Sweet Dreams, featuring Miguel, was launched, marking a significant addition to his discography. Co-written by j-hope along with notable songwriters Johnny Goldstein, Sean Douglas, Sam Martin, and Theron Thomas, the track presents a heartfelt blend of R&B and pop, desiring a sincere connection with love.
According to BIGHIT Music, j-hope expressed his enthusiasm about collaborating with Miguel, describing how influential Miguel’s music has been throughout his life:
“I’ve listened to Miguel’s music a lot since I was young. I was happy to be able to collaborate with such a person.”
The song was first previewed during j-hope’s Hope on the Stage concert in Seoul at KSPO Dome. He shared personal insights about the creation of Sweet Dreams, stating:
“I’ve never released a song centered on love before, so this is my serenade to all of you,”as reported by Korea AngJoong Daily on March 3, 2025.
Since its release, Sweet Dreams has achieved remarkable success, reaching the #1 spot on the iTunes Top Songs chart in 79 countries, including the U.S., U.K., Japan, France, Canada, and Australia, as of March 8, 2025. It also topped the Worldwide iTunes Song and European iTunes Song charts.
Looking ahead, j-hope is set to headline the Lollapalooza Berlin Music Festival on July 12 and 13, 2025, at Olympiastadion Berlin, promising to deliver another unforgettable experience for fans worldwide.