Yang Ji-eun to reinterpret Kim Sang-bae hit on Golden Friday

Yang Ji-eun will perform a mournful version of Kim Sang-bae's 'You, Whom I Cannot Leave' on the October 30 episode of TV CHOSUN's 'Golden Friday.' The show will also feature Nam Seung-min, who is attempting to break a five-game losing streak.

On the 43rd episode of TV CHOSUN's 'Golden Friday,' airing October 30, Yang Ji-eun will draw out new charms from a masterpiece that even the original singer had not fully realized.

The episode will feature a deathmatch centered around the famous songs of Golden Star Kim Sang-bae. Tension is expected to reach its peak as two "catfish singers" (powerful new challengers) arrive to threaten the TOP 10, leaving the audience curious about how the current TOP 10 will face their sudden raid.

Yang Ji-eun, the 'Jin' (winner) of the show, has selected Kim Sang-bae's representative hit 'You, Whom I Cannot Leave.' This song previously garnered attention when it was performed by 'Seon' (runner-up) Park Ji-hyun of 'Mr. Trot 2.' As the song has primarily been covered by male singers, even the original singer Kim Sang-bae is reportedly curious to see what kind of stage Yang Ji-eun will present.

Upon taking the stage, Yang Ji-eun is expected to present an interpretation that is 180 degrees different from the original's upbeat atmosphere. By focusing on the sorrow of parting contained in the lyrics, she will express deep, mournful emotions. It is reported that Kim Sang-bae himself will be moved, stating he felt a sadness he had not even discovered in himself. Anticipation is building for Yang Ji-eun's performance as she breathes new emotion into a familiar masterpiece.

Nam Seung-min, a "no-star" currently facing a five-game losing streak, will face Yang Ji-eun in battle. Seeking a reversal, Nam Seung-min has selected Kim Sang-bae's 'Asian Lizard's Tail.' He drew laughter by emphasizing that the song title contains the number "100" (baek), expressing his desire to achieve a perfect score of 100.

Nam Seung-min is expected to showcase significantly deepened vocal skills as if to wash away the sorrow of his five consecutive losses. However, behind his improved skills lies a bittersweet story. He revealed that because "no-stars" have no event schedules, he has been able to focus solely on vocal practice recently due to a lack of work. He even went as far as to jokingly promote himself to event organizers, telling them, "You should buy in at this low point now." Curiosity remains as to whether Nam Seung-min can successfully escape his losing streak.

Meanwhile, two catfish singers are set to appear and unsettle the TOP 10. The names of Park Ji-hyun and 'Seon' Heo Chan-mi of 'Miss Trot 4' have been mentioned as potential catfish singer candidates. As both have previously left deep impressions by singing Kim Sang-bae's masterpieces during competitions, their appearance suggests the arrival of formidable opponents. It remains to be seen if these predictions will come true and what variables these two catfish singers will bring to the competition for the Golden Star.

TV CHOSUN's 'Golden Friday' airs tonight (30th) at 10 PM.

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