Singer and songwriter Jeon Young-rok, one of the defining musical figures of the 1980s, opens up about the hidden stories behind classic songs the public thought they already knew.
On the January 2 broadcast of TV CHOSUN’s music program Golden Friday, Jeon Young-rok appears as the second-generation “Golden Star.” The episode showcases not only his signature hit songs, but also tracks by other artists that he considers life-defining songs. Each performance is accompanied by candid behind-the-scenes stories, promising a deeply moving evening.
During the broadcast, “Seon (善)” contestant Bae A-hyun takes the stage with “Hill of the Crying Waterbird,” a representative song by Jeon Young-rok’s late mother, veteran singer Baek Seol-hee. Known for her mastery of traditional trot vocal techniques, Bae A-hyun reinterprets the song with her own emotional depth and tone, commanding the studio. Watching the performance, Jeon Young-rok becomes visibly emotional, saying, “It felt as if I could hear my mother’s voice,” as he struggles to hold back tears.
The same song also carries another deeply personal story. Singer Kim Yong-bin, who has been actively performing on programs such as Korea-Japan Top 10 Show, confesses that “Hill of the Crying Waterbird” was “the song that allowed me to sing again,” recalling a difficult period in his life. His revelation draws attention to how this song became a turning point in his journey as a vocalist.
Jeon Young-rok’s frank confession further stirs the atmosphere in the studio. Despite having produced numerous hit songs, he surprises everyone by revealing that his own hit “My Love Crybaby” is “the song I dislike the most.” His unexpected honesty about a track that received nationwide love, along with the story behind that sentiment, will be revealed during the broadcast.
A night where each song unfolds a life story and generations connect through music, Golden Friday airs on January 2 at 10 p.m. on TV CHOSUN.
Reported by News Culture M.J._mj94070777@nc.press
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