The 'Trot Prince' Kim Hee-jae beautifully opened the 'National Song Contest.'
Kim Hee-jae appeared on KBS 1TV's 'National Song Contest' episode from Gyeonggi-do's Gimpo city, which aired at 12:10 p.m. on the 17th, and heated up the venue with his soul-stirring voice.
On this day, dressed in a silver-tone suit with a vertical stripe pattern and a vest, Kim Hee-jae took the stage with a trendy style and powerfully sang 'A Beloved Person,' a track from his second regular album 'Hee-ro-ae-rak (喜怒哀樂).' His heartfelt voice, reminiscent of traditional trot, combined with captivating visuals, caught the viewers' eyes and ears.
In particular, while delivering the poignant lyrics, such as 'I miss the old love that has passed, secretly wiping away tears,' and 'Even if you hate me, please forgive me, oh beloved person,' he proved his unwavering live performance skills with a compelling tone and delicate emotional expressions. His unique relaxed stage manner and deep gaze left a lasting impression not only at the venue but also in viewers' homes.
On the 14th, Kim Hee-jae raised fans' expectations by announcing the release of his first mini-album 'Heestory' through his official social media. According to the released timetable, a variety of teasing content, including pre-order sales starting on the 18th, concept photos, and tracklist reveals, will follow.
Meanwhile, Kim Hee-jae's first mini-album 'Heestory' will be available on various online music sites at 6 p.m. on September 18th.
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