Immortal Songs' Lee Jung-hyun is targeting the front row of living rooms during the long holiday by announcing a special stage of "Wa" for the first time in 10 years.
KBS2's 'Immortal Songs' (hereafter 'Immortal Songs') has been the undisputed top music variety program in its time slot for nearly 14 years. The episode of 'Immortal Songs' airing on the 4th is titled 'Artist Lee Jung-hyun'.
The subject of this 'Artist Lee Jung-hyun' episode, Lee Jung-hyun, is a stage master who shook Korea and an icon with a distinctive concept. Lee Jung-hyun, who caused a sensation with her 1999 debut single "Wa," instantly left a mark on K-pop history with her provocative style, experimental sound and performance. Through songs such as "Bakkwo," "Jullae" and "Neo," Lee Jung-hyun proved the label of "concept master," establishing herself as a genre. Lee Jung-hyun's music and performances resonated overseas in places such as China, gaining great popularity as a first-generation Hallyu artist.
Among them, Lee Jung-hyun announced a glamorous return by performing "Wa" for the first time in 10 years, drawing attention. The 2025 version of "Wa" is said to fully realize the original elements such as the characteristic oriental stage costume, fan performance and pinky microphone, raising expectations to the highest level.
Wearing the "Wa" stage costume throughout the recording, Lee Jung-hyun amazed everyone with an unchanging appearance as if she had returned to 1999. In particular, Lee Jung-hyun reportedly repeatedly expressed her desire to make a singer comeback, saying "I should release that record. Please feature me," after seeing hit song stages reborn by junior artists.
Meanwhile, the dazzling lineup that stirred Lee Jung-hyun's passion also catches the eye. Five distinctive acts — "irreplaceable performance queen" Stephanie, "top performance master" Jo Kwon, "husky voice" Kim Ki-tae, "human vitamin" Chuu, and "monster rookie idol" CLOSE YOUR EYES — will take the stage to reinterpret Lee Jung-hyun's hits in their own colors. Among them, Chuu, making her first solo appearance on 'Immortal Songs,' will transform into a Barbie doll succeeding Lee Jung-hyun, further arousing curiosity.
Above all, Lee Jung-hyun's husband, a longtime fan, reportedly came to the rehearsal and appeared as a supporter in both spirit and resources. After watching Lee Jung-hyun's performance in person, her husband marveled, "I was living with a scary woman," heightening interest even more. That has viewers eagerly anticipating which of Lee Jung-hyun's hits will be reborn in 2025 versions on the upcoming 'Immortal Songs' broadcast.
The 'Artist Lee Jung-hyun' episode, packed with Lee Jung-hyun's special stage for the first time in 10 years and experimental stages by junior artists, will meet viewers on the 4th. 'Immortal Songs,' which produces legendary videos you want to watch again and again, airs every Saturday at 6:05 p.m. on KBS2.
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