On Thursday, Guns N’ Roses launched their highly anticipated 2025 world tour at the picturesque Songdo Moonlight Festival Park in Incheon, South Korea. The band delivered a thrilling 22-song set that closely mirrored their recent performances, showcasing their enduring appeal and remarkable setlist. Fans were treated to a mix of classic hits and newer tracks, making this an unforgettable night for all attendees.

For those who missed it, video highlights from this electrifying performance, along with the complete setlist, can be found below, capturing the essence of this iconic rock band’s return to the stage.

The inaugural date of the tour, boasting the elaborate title Because What You Want & What You Get Are Two Completely Different Things, also marked the debut of new drummer Isaac Carpenter. Carpenter succeeded longtime drummer Frank Ferrer, who left the band in March. With prior experience playing with Duff McKagan’s Loaded from 2009 to 2011, Carpenter brings a wealth of talent to the lineup, having contributed to their 2011 album The Taking.

Discover the Setlist Highlights from Guns N’ Roses’ 2025 Tour Opening Night

The most notable change in the band’s performance was the setlist arrangement. For the first time since 2012, Guns N’ Roses opened the show with the iconic track “Welcome to the Jungle”, a fan favorite that sets the tone for their exhilarating performances. This was followed later in the evening by their classic reunion-era opener, “It’s So Easy.”

Continuing their tradition, the band prominently featured songs from their groundbreaking debut album, Appetite for Destruction, performing seven of its twelve tracks, including timeless hits like “Sweet Child O’ Mine,” “Nightrain,” and the beloved set closer “Paradise City.” Epic ballads from Use Your Illusion, such as “November Rain,” “Coma,” and “Estranged,” also made a return, alongside the lesser-known gem "Bad Obsession." Additionally, the setlist included tracks from Chinese Democracy, featuring “Better,” “Sorry,” and the title track.

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Interestingly, among the four new songs released by Guns N’ Roses since 2021, only “Perhaps” was included in the set. The concert also featured a relatively modest number of covers by the band’s standards, with just four making the cut: Bob Dylan’s "Knockin' on Heaven's Door," Wings’ “Live and Let Die,” Glen Campbell’s “Wichita Lineman,” and Velvet Revolver’s “Slither.”

Guns N’ Roses’ current tour is set to continue throughout the spring and early summer, culminating in a grand finale on July 31 at Wacken Open Air. While the band has yet to announce any North American tour dates, fans are eagerly anticipating what lies ahead.

Experience Guns N’ Roses Performing ‘Welcome to the Jungle’ at Their 2025 World Tour Kickoff

Watch Guns N’ Roses Perform ‘It’s So Easy’ Live at Their 2025 World Tour Kickoff

Catch Guns N’ Roses Performing ‘Perhaps’ Live at Their 2025 World Tour Kickoff

Watch Guns N’ Roses Rocking Out ‘Rocket Queen’ at Their 2025 World Tour Kickoff

Guns N’ Roses Setlist from May 1, 2025, at Songdo Moonlight Festival Park, Incheon:
1. “Welcome to the Jungle”
2. “Bad Obsession”
3. “Mr. Brownstone”
4. “Chinese Democracy”
5. “Live and Let Die”
6. “Slither”
7. “Perhaps”
8. “Estranged”
9. “Double Talkin’ Jive”
10. “Coma”
11. “Sorry”
12. “Better”
13. “Knockin’ on Heaven’s Door”
14. “It’s So Easy”
15. “Rocket Queen”
16. Slash guitar solo
17. “Sweet Child O’ Mine”
18. “November Rain”
19. “Wichita Lineman”
20. “Patience”
21. "Nightrain"
22. “Paradise City”