Singer Hong Ji-yoon proved she is a strong contender for the crown.
Hong Ji-yoon appeared on MBN's King of Singers 3, which aired on the 3rd, and took part in the main tournament third round, round 1, 'Witch Hunt 2' one-on-one single-song matchup.
According to the results of the nationwide support vote for week 5, released ahead of the full-scale competition, Hong Ji-yoon held the top spot following week 4. With this, Hong Ji-yoon proved she is a strong contender by firmly holding first place in the nationwide support vote for three consecutive weeks from week 3 through week 5.
In the main tournament third round, round 1 'one-on-one single-song matchup,' Hong Ji-yoon performed 정수라's 'Have you ever seen my love' together with Cha Ji-yeon. Before the stage, Hong Ji-yoon said, "I named Cha Ji-yeon because I am a fan of hers, and I've regretted it every day since the day I named her. But today I will be a crazy little dog for one day," expressing her bold aspiration.
Decorating the introduction with an emotional vocal, Hong Ji-yoon enhanced the song's pathos by bringing out its lyrical atmosphere. Her characteristically clear, pure high notes stood out, and Hong Ji-yoon showed stable vocal ability, maintaining her center in harmonies that blended with Cha Ji-yeon's powerful vocal volume.
Original singer Jung Soo-ra, who faced a neck-and-neck match that previewed the final, praised Hong Ji-yoon, saying, "This is a song that requires technique, but it exceeded my expectations. She showed a different side and did everything she could from her position. I applaud her for rebirthing this song more richly and more fully." Regarding Cha Ji-yeon, who engaged in a close match, Hong Ji-yoon said, "It is an honor just to have shared the stage with unni," and vowed, "I will do my best in round 2."
Meanwhile, MBN's King of Singers 3, in which Hong Ji-yoon appears, airs every Tuesday at 9:50 p.m.
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