On June 16, 2024, at Legacy in Taipei, the singer-songwriter Phil Chang held a concert titled “Hello Tonight” during which he performed his new song “Hello” along with a unique setlist. The sequencing of the songs was deliberately unconventional to surprise and delight the audience.
This concert marked Phil Chang’s return to Livehouse performances in Taipei after nearly 10 years. He made a stylish entrance and kicked off the show with a reimagined version of the classic song “Crystal Ball.”
During the interactive song request segment, Phil Chang shared that the song “Crystal Ball,” recorded 22 years ago but never performed live before, was a special dedication to the fans who had longed to hear it. He expressed his gratitude for their support and excitement in finally singing it live for the first time.
Following the theme of “Hello Tonight,” Phil Chang curated a setlist that diverged from his usual performances, including covers of popular tracks like Mayday’s “Lover Missed” and his signature hits such as “Lull Me to Sleep,” “Finding Myself,” and “Love Confession Balloon.” With his signature humor, he jokingly referred to it as a “Good Man Medley,” inviting the audience to feel the manly vibes.
Switching gears, Phil Chang performed emotional ballads such as Faye Wong’s “Alaska Bay” and Jacky Cheung’s “Heart Cutting Like a Knife.” Light-heartedly, he acknowledged concert clashes and humorously thanked the audience for choosing to attend his concert over Jacky Cheung’s show, assuming it was due to ticket availability.
Phil Chang shared that he was deeply moved by Jacky Cheung’s recent concert and decided last minute to include the classic song “Heart Cutting Like a Knife” in his setlist.
Throughout the concert, he revisited his catalog of hits and added a touch of romance with some beloved love songs. Phil Chang also treated the audience to the premiere of his new song “Hello,” a cheerful tune featuring playful lyrics like “Who stole my collagen?” and “Photographic memory turned into goldfish brain,” embracing this stage of life with a light-hearted and optimistic approach.
As the concert reached its finale, Phil Chang celebrated the upcoming birthdays of his mother-in-law, his daughter Vivian turning 10 on the 23rd, and all the fans with June birthdays present in the audience. Together, they sang birthday songs, creating a lively and heartwarming atmosphere.
In closing, Phil Chang ended the concert with performances of “Always Here” and “Destined,” leaving the audience with a sense of fulfillment and joy.