Kim Yong-bin to Give Entire 300 Million Won Prize Money to Aunt... "I Sing Again Thanks to Grandmother's Last Wish"

Singer Kim Yong-bin has drawn attention by expressing his intention to give the entire 300 million won prize money earned from his competition victory to his family instead of using it for himself. In a video related to TV CHOSUN's 'Miss & Mister Trot', when asked about how he would use the prize money, Kim Yong-bin replied that he would use the full amount for his aunt, who has supported him all this time.

"My money belongs to my aunt"... The reason for deciding to donate the entire 300 million won prize

During a conversation held after his competition victory, Kim Yong-bin was asked about the 300 million won prize money. He stated that he does not intend to use the prize money for himself, but plans to give the full amount to his aunt who has supported him throughout his journey. His response, "I will give the entire amount to my aunt," when asked about the whereabouts of the prize money, left a deep impression on the cast members present at the scene.

Kim Yong-bin grew up under the care of his aunt and grandmother, having been separated from his parents. Expressing gratitude to the family who poured everything into him, he suggested that this victory is more than just a personal achievement, but a way to repay his family's devotion.

A 7-year hiatus and depression, grandmother's last wish awakens passion for singing

Kim Yong-bin's victory is deeply meaningful as it was achieved after breaking a long hiatus of seven years. He confessed to the psychological difficulties he experienced during his past activities. There were times when he could not continue his activities for a while due to loneliness and depression experienced while living away from his family. He shared his feelings at the time, saying, "I used to cry alone without telling anyone."

The decisive reason he picked up the microphone again was his late grandmother. Kim Yong-bin revealed that before his grandmother passed away, she expressed her wish, saying, "I want to see you singing one last time." This competition, which he took on just three months after his grandmother passed away, was also a process of honoring her final wishes. He expressed his longing for her, saying, "I believe my grandmother is right there beside my stage."

"I am first place thanks to grandmother"... Longing that continues on stage

At the competition site, Kim Yong-bin did not hide his longing for his grandmother. Recalling that she was with him in every place he sang, he attributed the glory of his victory to her. Scenes followed where they proceeded with filming while holding a photo of his grandmother, showing that although she is not by his side, they are spiritually connected.

On this day, Kim Yong-bin delivered deep emotions by performing 'Love is the Flower of Life' on stage. As his musical journey, which restarted due to his grandmother's wish, has reached a new turning point through this victory, much attention is being gathered on his future steps.

Source: original video (YouTube)