Artist Ire shares musical origins and recent 40-day fitness obsession

In her first Q&A video, artist Ire revealed that she transitioned from an elementary school drummer to a vocalist and has spent the last 40 days dedicated to daily exercise and dietary management.

Artist Ire has candidly shared her daily life, musical roots, and recent changes in lifestyle through her first Q&A video.

Ire spent time communicating with fans by answering questions through Instagram Stories. Regarding her musical tastes, she mentioned the music of Kwon Jin-ah and Jeong Seung-hwa, stating that she particularly enjoys Kwon Jin-ah's "Rain on me" and Jeong Seung-hwa's "As if Today." She added that she listens to Jeong Seung-hwa frequently after being moved by live videos uploaded to YouTube. For driving, she shared a preference for songs that are more upbeat or moody, such as "Choice" by Fly by Midnight.

"An elementary student drummer 'chosen' to be a vocalist"

Her journey into music dates back to her elementary school years. While playing drums in a rock band formed at her school, Ire faced a situation where there was no vocalist before a performance. Following a teacher's suggestion to find a singer among the instrumentalists, Ire was "chosen" to be the vocalist, leading to her first stage. This debut, where she performed songs such as Cho Yong-pil's "Let's Go on a Trip" and "Green Frog," remains a memory from her 6th-grade year and served as the starting point for her interest in singing.

During middle school, she was so immersed in music that she practically lived in karaoke rooms, recalling that she and her friends would go as many as 40 times a month, or twice a day. She was later encouraged to pursue music after a close friend, who had debuted as a singer first, recognized her talent. This led her naturally to her current path through vocal academies and school. Regarding her academic performance, she revealed that she studied hard enough to rank 47th out of approximately 750 students in the 8th grade, but later let go of her studies as she lost interest.

"Fitness obsession using diet apps becomes a source of energy"

The keyword dominating Ire's recent daily life is "exercise." She revealed that she has been deeply into fitness for the past 40 days, combining exercise with dietary management every single day of the week without fail. While she has experienced CrossFit and boxing, she added that they were not the right fit for her. She expressed feeling that both her body and mind are improving through exercise, noting that she feels energetic and satisfied every day. She cited this change as the best decision she has made this year.

To manage her diet, Ire said she most frequently uses the nutrition-tracking app FatSecret. She meticulously checks the contents of carbohydrates, proteins, and fats for her three daily meals, using the app to monitor the nutritional values of items like chicken breast, Shin Ramyun, and fruit to maintain her macronutrient balance. Additionally, she named YouTube and KakaoTalk, used for professional communication, as her primary apps.

"Using SODA for selfies, focusing on hydration for skincare"

When asked for daily tips, she shared specific know-how. Confessing difficulty with lens distortion when using a standard camera for selfies, she recommended using the retouching app SODA, applying minimal corrections before performing post-processing. Conversely, she stated she uses the rear camera for photos taken by others. She added that she used to hide photos with excessive retouching in a hidden folder because they did not feel like her true self.

For skincare, she prioritized "hydration" to maintain her natural complexion. In the morning, she lightly hydrates using Dokdo Toner, Torriden serum, and Dr.G products, while in the evening, she performs intensive care using products containing niacinamide and retinal. She shared a detailed routine, such as applying AESTURA products over retinal to protect the skin barrier. She also emphasized the importance of reducing alcohol consumption, noting that drinking can strip moisture from the skin, leading to dryness and flushing.

Meanwhile, Ire mentioned that when she is stressed, she chooses to focus on the task at hand and solve problems one by one to prevent overthinking. Additionally, noting her MBTI is ENFJ, she feels she has become slightly more rational (T-like) than before and enjoys watching action, historical, or fantasy films. She also mentioned Czechia and the United States as overseas travel destinations.

Source: original video (YouTube)