tvN You Quiz on the Block brings viewers a variety of life stories.
Today (22) at 8:45 p.m., the 315th episode of You Quiz on the Block (directed by Kwak Cheong-ah and Hong Jin-joo, written by Lee Eon-joo) features announcer Kim Jae-won, who led Morning Yard for 12 years, singer Lee Jae, the performer of the OST "Golden" from the global phenomenon K-pop Demon Hunters, and Shin Seung-hoon, the emperor of pop music who marks his 35th debut anniversary.
Kim Jae-won, the longest-serving MC who led Morning Yard for 12 years, appears on You Quiz. Having done 3,300 live broadcasts and met more than 10,000 guests, he is also famous as the subject of the legendary broadcast accident "melting Olaf." At his appearance, Yoo Jae-suk joked, "For a moment I thought it was KBS? It's tvN," drawing laughter. After taking an honorary retirement and starting a new challenge, Kim Jae-won candidly addresses many rumors surrounding him, from eager offers to return to broadcasting to the rumor of a 30 billion won asset. He will sincerely share family stories of losing his mother early and his deep love for his father, hidden stories about his KBS announcer entrance exam, and his daily routine of walking across Mapo Bridge every dawn to go to work. From "how to converse well" tips from an announcer with 30 years of experience to the emotional farewell moment with Morning Yard after 12 years together, his story is expected to leave a strong impression.
Lyricist, composer and singer Lee Jae, who captivated the world with the OST "Golden" from K-pop Demon Hunters, also draws interest. Lee Jae, who set the remarkable record of eight consecutive weeks at No. 1 on the Billboard main singles chart Hot 100 with "Golden," will share recent updates as he handles a world-tour level schedule and the behind-the-scenes story of his first live performance with a hat-trick on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon. Hidden stories will be revealed, from the twist confession "I lost my voice" on the day of the live performance to the intense stress he carried onto the stage and even the appearance of Scarlett Johansson herself.
After a long wait, viewers will finally meet the musical life of Lee Jae. Lee Jae says, "I was always a trainee," revealing that he spent 12 years as a trainee at SM alongside Super Junior, Girls' Generation and SHINee but ultimately never got a debut opportunity. He will tell heartfelt stories, including a special anecdote given by Girls' Generation's Yuri, honest confessions about the wounds and resentments he felt toward K-pop after failing to debut, and apologies he felt toward the "young Lee Jae." Driven by his passion for music, Lee Jae rose again as a composer and will share behind-the-scenes of working on Red Velvet's Psycho and aespa's Armageddon, and reveal his journey overcoming a vocal complex to perform Rumi's unreal high notes. The broadcast will show Lee Jae's pride in Korea felt through "Golden" and his rise from 12 years as a trainee to a global star with a Billboard No. 1, a musical life as radiant as "Golden."
The legendary musical life of Shin Seung-hoon, the emperor of pop who celebrates his 35th debut anniversary, will also be revealed. Debuting on Nov. 1, 1990, with "The One Reflected in the Smile," he left countless hits such as "Invisible Love" and "I Believe," achieving cumulative album sales of 17 million and a record of seven consecutive million-sellers. Even 35 years after his debut, Shin Seung-hoon boasts a preservative voice and appearance that seem untouched by time. He will candidly share behind-the-scenes stories of his long musical career, including the "ballad jawline" episode prepared to charm women's hearts. In addition to a parade of timeless hits that defined an era, Shin Seung-hoon will deliver a special emotional moment with a live performance of his sweet new song She was.
His remarkable pre-debut history adds interest. From the days he worked singing part-time and received 7,000 fan letters to the era when he was called "Daejeon's star" and became better known than famous bakeries, those pasts draw attention. Shin Seung-hoon also vividly remembers Yoo Jae-suk's rookie reporter days and the story of how it took a full six months to reach No. 1 on Music Top 10, adding entertainment to the timeline of his musical life alongside world history. Viewers will hear behind-the-scenes of creating hits born from analog sensibilities, audience engagement techniques honed over 35 years, and the deep bond with fans built over time. His principles as a singer—refusing advertisements and limiting variety appearances—and his honest remark "I prepared a beautiful descent" are expected to resonate. The broadcast will present Shin Seung-hoon's sincere confessions and backstage stories of a legend who has sung unchanged for 35 years.
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