Singer-songwriter Roy Kim captivated viewers with his perfect chemistry with singer Lim Young-woong and his witty remarks.
Roy Kim (real name Kim Sang-woo) appeared as the sixth friend invited by Lim Young-woong in the second part of the KBS2 'Immortal Songs' special featuring artist Lim Young-woong, which aired on the 6th.
Lim Young-woong introduced Roy Kim, saying, "He is an all-rounder who can do everything from songwriting to composing and producing, and I sent him a love call for this album." When Roy Kim took the stage, he overwhelmed the atmosphere by passionately singing "If you ask me what love is."
In particular, Lim Young-woong mentioned the keyword "first kiss" and revealed, "Roy Kim wrote and composed the wonderful song 'Melody for You' included in this album." When Kim Jun-hyun remarked, "I was surprised that singers always say they 'shared their first kiss' when they work together," Lim Young-woong jokingly replied, "We had a kiss," and Roy Kim also responded, "It felt good to kiss," causing the studio to erupt in laughter.
Roy Kim also shared the backstory of 'Melody for You.' He said, "I received a request to write a song like 'Spring Spring Spring,' and after much contemplation on how to write it, I created this song. From the first recording, I felt that this song was not mine but belonged to Young-woong hyung, as he sang it perfectly. You'll know when you listen to it," raising expectations.
The two also showcased a special stage where they sang each other's representative songs. Roy Kim delivered Lim Young-woong's 'Love Always Runs Away' in his unique tone, leaving a deep impression, while Lim Young-woong reinterpreted Roy Kim's hit song 'You Can Break Up Then' with delicate emotions, receiving enthusiastic applause.
The highlight was the stage of 'Melody for You' that the two created together. This song, which Roy Kim directly participated in composing and writing for Lim Young-woong's second regular album 'I'm Hero 2,' was revealed for the first time as a duet on this broadcast. Roy Kim opened the stage with a guitar performance, and Lim Young-woong took over with a dance performance, completing a colorful stage that thrilled the audience.
Meanwhile, Roy Kim has been gaining a hot response by showcasing his charm as a singer-songwriter through various festival stages and sharing his cheerful daily life as Kim Sang-woo on his YouTube channel 'Roy Kim Sang-woo.'
[Ji Seung-hoon, Star Today Reporter]
