Charlie Puth: "I'll check the music shows... I want to do an all-night convenience store mukbang." Unusual love for Korea [★ FULL Interview]

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• A solo performance as part of the world tour in Goyang on October 11, marking the first time since the Gocheok Dome concert in 2024.

Charlie Puth, the world-renowned singer-songwriter who is set to visit Korea for the first time in two years this October, did not hide his special affection for Korea and K-pop.

Charlie Puth will visit South Korea for his concert at Goyang Stadium on October 11 at 7 p.m. Charlie Puth extended a personal greeting through a written interview with StarNews.

First, regarding his recent activities, Charlie Puth said, "I am really busy these days, but in a good way, every day is fully packed." He added, "While touring, I gain a lot of energy, but the time I spend with my wife Brooke and son Jude when I return home makes me feel most comfortable."

"Jude is at an age where he is discovering everything anew, which makes him truly adorable. Even on the busiest days, I try not to miss those small moments. While touring is a wonderful experience, honestly, I think it's Jude's smile that I see through adrenaline and FaceTime that gives me strength."

Charlie Puth said about his album 'Whatever's Clever!', released this year, "It was the most free project for me. I no longer overthought things." He added, "I wanted to include stories I had never sung before, and I felt that now is the most appropriate time to create such an album. As I experienced a new life as a father, I wrote many songs, so the album became one that is more honest than ever while also having a light and comfortable atmosphere."

Charlie Puth also shared that when asked about his creative process and what he values most, "Ultimately, the most important thing is always to convey the truth," adding, "I believe that if I can genuinely feel an emotion in a song, it will surely reach someone else's heart. That is why I try to focus on expressing honest emotions rather than overthinking or calculating too much."

Charlie Pusk began his successful solo career in 2015 with his debut single "Marvin Gaye (ft. Meghan Trainor)." His collaboration with Wiz Khalifa on the song "See You Again," featured in the movie "Furious 7," reached number one on the Billboard Hot 100 for 12 consecutive weeks and earned nominations for Song of the Year, Best Pop Duo/Group Performance, Best Song Written for Visual Media at the Grammy Awards, as well as a nomination for Best Original Song at the Golden Globe Awards.

Following his debut album "Nine Track Mind" (2016), which featured tracks such as "We Don't Talk Anymore," "Dangerously," "One Call Away," and "Suffer," Charlie Puth released his third album, "CHARLIE" (2022). The album included collaborations like "Left and Right" featuring BTS Jungkook, along with "I Don't Think That I Like Her," "That's Hilarious," and "Light Switch," all of which achieved significant popularity and maintained high positions on domestic music charts for an extended period. Beyond these works, Charlie Puth has also forged strong ties with K-pop through collaborations such as Stray Kids' "Lose My Breath" and BABYMONSTER's "LIKE THAT."

Charlie Puth said, "All collaborations have been truly wonderful experiences, and every time I work with K-pop artists, I am always amazed by their incredible effort and focus on detail." He added, "I made melodies that naturally fit each artist's voice and paid attention to ensure the emotions of the songs were conveyed well. In particular, working with Stray Kids, we completed the song very quickly in just one day; it was truly impressive to see them stay focused until the end to perfectly express their respective vocal parts. BabyMonster also showed incredible energy. Every time I work with them, I learn something new," he exclaimed.

In particular, Charlie Puth also said that he watches Korean music shows whenever he has time.

"Recently, especially the new generation's stages were truly impressive, among which the girl group KIKI stood out. It seems that truly outstanding artists continue to emerge in Korea. I would like to work with more Korean artists in the future. If the atmosphere is right and the song is sincere, I want to collaborate anytime. I believe Korean music has a truly special energy."

Meanwhile, Charlie Puth has continued to build a strong bond with Korean fans, following his first visit in 2016 and subsequent performances at Jamsil Indoor Gymnasium in 2018, KSPO DOME in 2023, and Gocheok Sky Dome in 2024. This upcoming visit marks Charlie Puth's first stadium concert as a solo artist in over two years and is part of his "Whatever's Clever!" world tour, representing the largest-scale performance to date.

Charlie Puth said, "Korea holds a truly special meaning for me," recalling, "I can never forget my first performance there in 2016. Although the scale of the show was much smaller than it is now, the energy from the audience was absolutely incredible. There was even a moment when fans cheered nonstop for five minutes straight — it was so astonishing that I couldn't believe it." He continued, "At that time, I was just starting my career, so what was happening right in front of me felt overwhelming, and it seemed as if my life had changed overnight. Now, the fact that venues have grown from arenas to stadiums still feels unbelievable. I sincerely thank you for your unwavering love over all these years."

"This stadium performance will be truly important to me. I will take the stage with a full band and present songs from my early debut days with new arrangements. Of course, I will also share enough tracks from the 'Whatever's Clever!' album. Although the scale of the performance has grown, I aim to maintain the intimate atmosphere that I value most. I have also prepared several surprise stages. There will be special medleys and moments created exclusively for this Seoul performance, so please look forward to them. I hope every audience member feels they have become a special part of this concert."

Charlie Puth, when asked about things he particularly wanted to do or personal plans he was looking forward to during this visit to Korea, aside from the concert, said, "Above all, I am really looking forward to Korean food. Especially Korean-style barbecue is something I always want to eat whenever I come." He added, "BTS friends recommended some really delicious meat restaurants, but that's a secret. I also want to try fresh seafood and I really love street food."

Along with this, Charlie Puth addressed Korean fans, saying, "I am always sincerely grateful. The passion and unwavering love you have shown me have been a tremendous strength that I cannot fully express in words. I am already excited about the prospect of singing together, dancing together, and creating another special memory at this stadium." He added, "Whether this is your first time seeing me perform or you have been with me since 2016, I hope we all create an unforgettable night together. I love you. See you soon!"

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