Coldplay delivered an epic performance of "My Universe" at their Seoul concert, treating Korean fans to a mesmerizing spectacle that also featured BLACKPINK's Rose, sharing the spotlight in a collaboration that inevitably sparked a flurry of Bruno Mars-inspired memes. On Tuesday, April 22nd, the rock band captivated their Instagram followers with a snippet from this high-energy rendition, showcasing frontman Chris Martin and the 28-year-old K-pop sensation engaging in a vibrant symphony of singing, dancing, and jumping across the stage.
Rose's electrifying performance of "My Universe," originally a chart-topping collaboration between her and Bruno Mars (whose given name is Peter Gene Hernandez), alongside Coldplay, did not escape notice. Fans couldn't resist poking gentle fun at the perceived "slight" to Mars, cracking jokes about Rose sharing their song with another band.
One amused commentator quipped, "Bruno be like: When I was ur mannnnnnn!! [teary laugh emoji]," mimicking the potential feelings of betrayal. Another added, "Bruno Mars left the group," while a third chimed in with, "Bruno crying in the corner after Rose snub," all in jest.
Nonetheless, many praised Coldplay and Rose's performance, hailing it as iconic. "Yeah, this is too iconic," exclaimed one fan. "WHAT AN EPIC PERFORMANCE! [red heart and fire emoji]," added another, echoing the excitement. "JIN AND COLDPLAY? ROSÉ AND COLDPLAY?? [crying emoji]," a third enthused, expressing delight at the band's surprises, which also included their recent collaboration with BTS star Jin.
For those unaware, Jin, 32, and Martin, 48, had already delighted fans with their soulful rendition of "The Astronaut" and "The Universe" over the weekend. This marked a reunion for the band and the eldest BTS member, three years after they ignited the stage together at an Argentina concert, just before Jin's military enlistment.
