[Exclusive]A musician loved by Lee Hyo-ri and Sung Si-kyung.. Ann One: "Covering 'Love Alone' — I am only grateful" [Interview ②]

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Even after 20 years, there are singers whose legendary hits remain beloved. Legendary R&B diva Ann One expressed her gratitude to those who continue to love her.

Recently, StarNews conducted an exclusive interview with Ann One at a café in Gwanhun-dong, Jongno-gu, Seoul.

Ann One debuted in 2002 with her first album 'Infinite Wave Of Love'. Since then, her timeless hits like 'A Painful, Painful Name…' and 'Love Alone' have been widely discussed even 20 years later, continuing to receive great love.

In particular, Ann One still reigns as 'a singer's singer,' with countless singers including Lee Hyo-ri, Jung In, Sung Si-kyung, Park Jin-young, Cho Hyun-ah, and Lin covering her songs repeatedly on various broadcast and competition programs.

Regarding this, Ann One said, "I am so grateful," adding, "I watched all the videos, and everyone sang them really well. Watching them, I thought, 'As expected, as expected.' It is so grateful that they remember my music."

She continued, "Actually, back then, I wanted to try various music beyond ballads. It was sad and difficult to have to sing only ballads. Now, I am only grateful that they remember me and my music," she said with a smile.

Throughout the interview, Ann One emphasized challenge and freedom. Her recent performances in seven cities in China were also carried out as an extension of her beliefs.

Regarding her China performances, she said, "I wanted to challenge myself. I wondered if my stamina would hold up on stage at this age, and above all, I wanted to share good songs with the audience after a long time." When asked if the challenge was successful, Ann One replied cheerfully, "It was successful. I want to challenge more diverse genres in the future."

She also said, "I am a very free and challenging person. I dig deeply and try to find and experience many things. I think I have never really liked predictable things."

For Ann One, beyond being a singer, the most important thing as a human being named Jung An-hoon is 'giving.' Ann One stated, "What is most important to me is giving love. Everyone's environment and wounds are different, aren't they? I had many sharp sides within myself, but I overcame them greatly through the power of faith. I study the Bible, and even reading just one verse keeps my heart from being unsettled. I try to see God's image in others and love them."

She also shared her future plans. Ann One said, "I want to work hard with good friends and talented friends. I want to release many albums and perform many times. If I can take on new challenges, I am always ready to do so," revealing her passion.

Finally, Ann One expressed her wishes to fans who have consistently supported her: "I sincerely thank you for your kind support so far. In the future, I want to show you new sides of myself. I want to express more that 'this is who I really am.' I feel truly happy that I am finally showing the music I love, and I hope those who listen to my music feel the same."

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