"You will become the best singer," the late Hyun-chul said to Kim Yong-bin.

Hyunchul's Last Encouragement, Kim Yong-bin's Tearful Memories

Two years have passed since the passing of the giant of Korean trot, the late Hyunchul. On July 15, 2024, he passed away at the age of 82 while recuperating after cervical disc surgery, leaving a huge void in many hearts. The 29th episode of TV CHOSUN's 'Friday Night Fever,' airing this coming 10th at 10 PM, will be filled with a special time to honor the deceased. Ten junior singers will gather in one place to present tribute stages, reflecting on the late singer's musical legacy.

The person who will first touch the viewers' hearts in this broadcast is the winner, Kim Yong-bin. He confesses that he and Hyunchul shared a special bond that went beyond a simple senior-junior relationship, being as close as family. Kim Yong-bin was so close that he frequently visited Hyunchul's home. He recalled the warm connection with the deceased's family, saying, "His wife even made kimchi for me personally." In particular, Kim Yong-bin made the atmosphere solemn as he recalled the moment Hyunchul gave him unsparing encouragement, saying, "You will become the best singer in the future."

The Veiled 'Super Meggie Singer': Who Stood Side-by-Side with Hyunchul as the Singer of the Year?

Another highlight of this special is the appearance of the mysterious 'Super Meggie Singer.' This person does not simply mean a talented singer. Known to have a brilliant career where they once stood side-by-side with Hyunchul as the Singer of the Year, the tension in the venue reached its peak even before their appearance. As soon as they stepped onto the stage, they overwhelmed the cast with a unique aura.

Immediately after appearing, the Super Meggie Singer caused a stir in the studio with an unexpected remark. They threw the words "She is really getting on my nerves" toward the winner, Yang Ji-eun. The cast reacted with surprise to this remark, which could be interpreted as either simple rivalry or respect for her talent. However, in the following performance, they showered Yang Ji-eun with praise, saying, "It feels like I'm looking at my prime in my youth. She sings well and is beautiful." The intersection of the heavyweight senior's cold yet passionate evaluations adds excitement to the show.

Yang Ji-eun's 'Bongseonhwa Yeonjeong' vs. Oh Yu-jin's 'I Hate It, I Hate It': A Battle of Masterpieces

A battle of mega-hit songs that showcase the musical essence of the deceased will also take place. Yang Ji-eun and Oh Yu-jin, who were designated by the Super Meggie Singer, will face off with representative songs that placed Hyunchul at the pinnacle of the music industry. Yang Ji-eun chose 'Bongseonhwa Yeonjeong,' which opened Hyunchul's golden era by winning him the KBS Music Award in 1989. On the other hand, Oh Yu-jin signaled a head-on confrontation by selecting 'I Hate It, I Hate It,' which allowed Hyunchul to enjoy the honor of winning the Music Award for two consecutive years in 1990.

The two juniors' performances are evaluated as having added their own colors while bearing the weight of the original songs. After watching Oh Yu-jin's stage, the Super Meggie Singer could not hide their admiration, saying, "She didn't just stop at imitating the original; she perfectly mastered it in her own style." The core of this broadcast is the process of reinterpreting Hyunchul's masterpieces through the performances of these two young singers who are continuing the lineage of trot across generations.

The Legacy of Trot Piercing Through Generations: The Meaning of the Tribute Stage

This special episode of 'Friday Night Fever' goes beyond a simple competition program; it is like a ritual where juniors inherit the musical footsteps left by a legend who dominated an era. The ten junior singers remember Hyunchul in different ways, proving that the legacy he left in the music industry is still alive and breathing. From Kim Yong-bin's personal memories to the fierce battle of masterpieces between Yang Ji-eun and Oh Yu-jin, respect and gratitude for the deceased are fully projected onto the stage.

The songs performed on stage by the 'best singers' that Hyunchul dreamed of during his lifetime are the greatest gift he left behind. Airing on TV CHOSUN this Friday the 10th at 10 PM, this stage will be a meaningful time to soothe the longing for the deceased among trot fans and to witness the growth of a new generation.

10 Juniors Decorating the Tribute Stage and the Veiled 'Super Meggie Singer'

The protagonists of this special are the ten junior singers gathered to honor the late Hyunchul. Among them, the winner Kim Yong-bin is someone who shared a special bond with the deceased, frequently visiting Hyunchul's home and building a close relationship with his wife.

The 'Super Meggie Singer,' who heightens the tension on stage, is a person with a career of standing side-by-side with Hyunchul as the Singer of the Year in the past. They challenge the competition by directly designating the winner Yang Ji-eun and the runner-up Oh Yu-jin as opponents.

"She is really getting on my nerves"... An unexpected remark that stirred the scene

The Super Meggie Singer threw an unexpected remark while designating Yang Ji-eun as an opponent. They surprised the cast by saying to Yang Ji-eun, "She is really getting on my nerves."

After watching the performance, the Super Meggie Singer gave high praise to Yang Ji-eun, saying, "It feels like I'm looking at my younger self. She sings well and is beautiful." They continued by evaluating Oh Yu-jin, saying, "She didn't just imitate the original but mastered it in her own style."

The Void Left by a Trot Legend, a Tribute Stage Marking the 2nd Anniversary

It has been two years since the late Hyunchul, who decorated a page in the history of Korean trot, passed away. He passed away at the age of 82 while recuperating after cervical disc surgery on July 15, 2024.

TV CHOSUN's 'Friday Night Fever' has prepared a special feature to mark the 2nd anniversary of his passing. This 29th episode, airing on Friday the 10th at 10 PM, will be filled with tribute stages from junior singers containing respect and gratitude for him.