Song Ga-in Reveals Touching Story of Enduring 8 Years of Obscurity... What is the Secret to Her Musical Journey?

[Special Times] Reporter Choi Seon-eun = Singer Song Ga-in revealed her feelings while reminiscing about her difficult past on the MBC program 'Songs That Survived Today - Playlist 109' broadcast on the 25th. Song Ga-in, who introduced the process of reaching her current position by enduring 8 years of obscurity, shared a touching story.

Song Ga-in recalled her days of obscurity when there were almost no opportunities to perform before stepping up as a finalist on 'Miss Trot'. During those times, she confessed to experiencing extreme livelihood difficulties, saying, "I could only stand on stage once or twice a month." She said she continued a difficult life, traveling by public transportation without a manager and attending recordings wearing costumes she had purchased and reformed herself. She particularly shared memories of the past when she endured steadfastly even after hearing words like, "Since your face isn't working and your Body Shape isn't working, try to win with your singing."

Despite the economic difficulties, she even made and sold hairpins and hair ornaments to make a living. Song Ga-in's appearance of finding her own solutions even in a difficult environment told a turbulent personal history. She revealed that she held onto her self-esteem and endured until the end with the firm belief that "the best revenge is success."

Her mother's continuous support was a great strength in Song Ga-in's musical journey. At her mother's suggestion, she appeared on 'National Singing Contest' and won the Grand Prize, beginning her path as a trot singer. In this process, she introduced 'Hanman-eun Daedonggang' as the song that changed her life and showcased her explosive vocal abilities.

On this day's broadcast, an impromptu collaboration stage with Lee Joon also took place. In a stage that featured a unique meeting of traditional Korean music and modern dance, Song Ga-in and Lee Joon finished a successful performance while praising each other's abilities.

Her experiences left a deep impression, providing comfort and emotion to the surrounding performers. Song Ga-in's story made her musical journey even more meaningful and gave hope to many people.