Kim Jae-hwan announces halt to dancing: "I was told to stop dancing... it will be difficult for now" [Interview 2]

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Singer Kim Jae-hwan opened up about his deep contemplation regarding his musical direction.

Recently, Kim Jae-hwan held an interview to commemorate the release of his digital single "I'll Be Right There to Pick You Up" at a cafe in Gangnam-gu, Seoul.

On that day, Kim Jae-hwan stated, "Since my activities with Wanna One, I have tried various genres as a solo artist, but I began asking myself, 'What kind of music is Kim Jae-hwan?' He added, "I was given enough time to reflect while in the military, and by listening to various opinions from those around me, I was able to clarify the direction I should move forward in."

In this process, his unique style naturally became more distinct. Kim Jae-hwan said, "I often heard from people around me that playing the guitar while singing suits me well," and added, "I felt that folk and rock ballads are the most authentic music for me." He further noted, "However, since I debuted as an idol and have shown that image, I want to continue communicating with fans through various content whenever they wish."

The new song "I'll Be Right There to Pick You Up" is also an extension of these reflections. He said, "This song was created with my fans in mind," and shared, "I want to consistently present music filled with sincerity in the future. I will continue to reflect so that the color I wish to convey feels natural."

In particular, he also touched upon his music production approach. Kim Jae-hwan mentioned, "Rather than making music based solely on my own stubbornness, I tend to refer to many opinions from those around me." He explained, "When I tried dance songs in the past, I received reactions like 'stop dancing,' and within those opinions, I found the direction that suits me." He then revealed, "It will likely be difficult to see dance songs in future albums."

Furthermore, regarding the question of whether his presentation of rock ballads was riding the wave of the band music trend, he drew a clear line. He stated, "I did not choose this based on trends; I have simply found the direction I originally pursued." He explained, "I prepared for a band for about four years during my trainee days, and since I have experience performing on stage with a guitar, this is a natural continuation."

He continued, "It may feel unfamiliar, but I believe my voice fits well with the band sensibility," and emphasized, "I will continue to share the music I pursue in the future."

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