Kim Jae-joong, appearing on KBS "Music Bank" for the first time in 18 years, expressed his feelings: "I am grateful to fans who have endured with me for so long." [Star Issue]

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TVXQ and JYJ member Kim Jae-joong shared his feelings about appearing on terrestrial music broadcasts for the first time in 18 years.

Kim Jae-joong posted on his social media on the 22nd, saying, "My appearance on Music Bank after 18 years was not just a simple TV appearance for me. It may seem like nothing to others..."

He added, "I believe this day was created by the fans who endured those many years and the time we spent continuing music without stopping," and conveyed, "We sincerely thank everyone who allowed us to return to this stage after 18 years."

Additionally, capturing the fans shown on the 'Music Bank' camera, she said, "Beautiful ♥."

Actor Kim Jae-won, the MC of KBS 2TV's 'Music Bank', left a comment saying, "Thank you so much for coming." Kim Jae-jung replied with a comment: "It was Music Bank that became a great strength because Jae-won was there!"

Kim Jae-joong appeared on the program "Music Bank," which aired on the 21st, and made his first public performance of the title track "Tonight" from his new single "THE WAVE," released on the 20th. After finishing the stage amid fan support, Kim Jae-joong struck an ending pose and said, "Thank you."

He first appeared on stage as a member of TVXQ in 2008 and made his debut appearance as a solo artist on "Music Bank" for the first time after 18 years.

The new song "Tonight" carries added meaning as it evokes the narrative of fans who have stood by his side for a long time and walked together, while capturing Kim Jae-joong's bold ambition and passion to breathe in sync with fans once again on stage and plunge into the world.

Meanwhile, Kim Jae-joong is scheduled to hold a solo concert titled '2026 KIM JAE JOONG CONCERT [THE WAVE]' at KBS Arena in Gangseo-gu, Seoul, on the 29th and 30th, where he will meet with fans.

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