Rock Out!
The mad rush today was well worth the experience — the jostle with the throng up at the centre stage, meeting my fellow SMEs from China and Korea, madly snapping away at the live gigs going on stage, the historic lighting of the Olympic flame and the excited air that ensued.
First up in line for the day’s activities was the meeting and introduction with the foreign SMEs hailing from China and Korea. They came all prepared, bringing with them their bubbly enthusiasm and sense of humour despite having arrived at 12 midnight the previous day! Getting to know their names, remember faces and offer just brief self-introductory snippets in the process of getting to my fellow SMEs was pretty interesting, seeing how we were all youths coming together in this excitement of the Games. It was a refreshing experience to meet fellow youths from the both countries and join them in journaling the progress of the Games.
After the introduction, the excitement just compounded and rose as we all headed towards Marina Promontory for the eagerly anticipated live performances by Korean superstar bands Beast and 4Minute! Entering the VVIP area offered front row seats and an unobstructed view of the stage, and with that I was all set and ready to enjoy the night of live performances and action. What stood out for me though, was the invigorating musical showcase that the local alternative rock band, Electrico, put up. Personally, it truly epitomizes the incredible talent and heart that the Singapore Spirit embodies and the soul that which Singapore has truly become. Admittedly watching the local band rocking out was an electrifying experience in itself, the twang of the electric guitar and bass, the throbbing energy of the crowd was amazing! Indeed, it was a great start to the Games, along with the lighting of the Olympic flame by MM Lee. Looking forward to a great time at the Games!
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