Singer-songwriter Roy Kim is expanding his musical spectrum by collaborating with various musicians as a songwriter and composer beyond his main career as a singer. He is also the son of Kim Hong-taek, the former chairman of Seoul Takju, known for its Jangsu makgeolli, and is reported to be one of 51 ordinary shareholders of Seoul Takju.
Roy Kim (real name Kim Sang-woo) participated as a composer and lyricist for the song 'Melody for You' included in the second regular album 'I'm Hero 2 (IM HERO 2)' of singer Lim Young-woong, which was released on the major music streaming sites on the 29th.
This song is a work that highlights Roy Kim's unique warm sensibility and lively melody, and it is receiving great response in harmony with Lim Young-woong's sincere vocals. Immediately after its release, it attracted a hot reaction by ranking 6th on Melon HOT100 (100 days), 5th on HOT100 (30 days), 9th on TOP100, and 7th on GENIE MUSIC chart TOP200.
Regarding this song, Roy Kim noted, "I hoped that the hearts of those who listen to this song would race while writing it, and I wanted the lyrics to provide comfort to listeners," and added, "I worked with the feeling that the world would feel warmer if sung by Lim Young-woong's voice." He continued, "From the initial conception of the song until its completion, countless thoughts and efforts were put into it. I hope it can embrace many people's days and linger in the hearts of the Hero Era fans for a long time."
This collaboration adds significance as it shows the direction Roy Kim will take going forward, expanding his musical identity by interacting with junior and fellow musicians beyond his activities as a ballad singer. He is expected to further solidify his position as a songwriter and composer through various collaborations with different artists in the future.
Meanwhile, Roy Kim is solidifying his position as a 'performance-type musician' through various festival and festival stages, while also revealing the delightful and unexpected charm of his real identity Kim Sang-woo through social media and YouTube 'Roy Kim Sang-woo,' garnering love from fans.
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