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Eom Ji-young, vocalist of the band Big Picture, apologized for the controversy surrounding her singing of the national anthem at a baseball game.
On the 17th, Eom Ji-young stated via official SNS, "I am sorry for causing discomfort with the national anthem. While preparing for the national anthem, my thoughts and skills were far too limited."
She continued, "It was truly a grand and exciting stage for me, but I feel I may have caused trouble for the NC side, so I sincerely apologize." She added, "I am grateful for all critical comments and supportive direct messages. I will strive with a humbler attitude and return with a better performance."
She further added, "Above all, I bow my head once again and sincerely apologize to everyone who was offended by my rendition of the national anthem."
Earlier, on the 16th, Eom Ji-young was in charge of singing the national anthem before the game between NC Dinos and Kiwoom Heroes held at Changwon NC Park. However, her performance, which mixed excessive technique and improvisation, drew criticism for being over-the-top.
I am sorry for causing discomfort with the national anthem.
While preparing for the national anthem, my thoughts and skills were far too limited.
It was truly a grand and exciting stage for me...
I feel I may have caused trouble for the NC side, so I sincerely apologize.
I am grateful for all critical comments and supportive direct messages.
I will strive with a humbler attitude and return with a better performance.
Above all, I bow my head once again and sincerely apologize to everyone who was offended by my rendition of the national anthem.
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