'Given it all up' Kim Jae-hwan, "diet and sobriety"... If it becomes a "national song", it is a 'gain gain'

Singer Kim Jae-hwan returned with a funky dance rather than a ballad. As we are introducing a new genre, we prepared with the determination to go on a diet and even stop drinking. He expressed his aspirations to reveal his hidden talent in this activity.

On the 20th, a showcase commemorating the release of Jaehwan Kim's 6th mini album 'JAM' was held at Ilji Art Hall in Cheongdam-dong, Seoul.

"JAM" stands for "Journey Above Music," which means "a new journey beyond music." Even now that his dream has come true, there are countless pieces of music that he has yet to experience, that he is curious about, and that he wants to try, so it contains Kim Jae-hwan's desire to learn more and move forward in a better way through a new journey.

Kim Jae-hwan, who is making a comeback after 3 months since the release of his single 'Spring Breeze' in March, said, "I lived for this album for the past 3 months. I gave up everything I wanted to do. I thought it was the last time and worked on it." He also confessed, "I'm excited because it's the style I've been wanting to do for a while," and "It feels like I'm making a new debut as a solo singer. I can't even remember where Kim Jae-hwan went. I was preparing for this time and was full of excitement, nervousness, and excitement when I debuted."

The title song 'Gain Gain (Feat. BOBBY)' contains witty and unique lyrics about throwing away all worries and worries and enjoying this moment with excitement. Bobby's powerful rapping harmonizes with Kim Jaehwan's cool vocals. Kim Jae-hwan, who has mainly performed ballads, explained the title song, "This time, as summer is approaching, it contains the meaning of forgetting all worries and worries with the funky dance 'Dog Gain'."

Kim Jae-hwan showed confidence, "As the name of the album suggests, it's an interesting album. I like the songs on the album, so I'm listening to it every day." Kim Jae-hwan, who appeared on the new song stage with a yellow bandage on the bridge of his nose, said, “I didn’t have it during rehearsal, but when the company made an album, they produced a band with the word ‘Jam’ written on it. . Regarding the title of the title song, "I liked it. I felt like I had become a 'Lucky Guy'. There are many things in life that don't go my way. There are many times when I collapse and I am upset. I was happy the whole time I was listening to the song. I sang this song and many people felt the same way as me. I wanted to make you feel it," he expressed satisfaction.

Regarding the reason for the change, he said, "I wanted to quench my thirst to do what I wanted to do. I thought that an exciting, funky feeling suited me well. Ballads are quiet songs, aren't they? If you keep singing, people will lag. “I have a lot of hidden talents inside.” He also laughed, "It's not that I gave up because I didn't like ballads, but I gave up what I wanted to eat for 'gain gain', stopped drinking, and didn't meet friends. It's not a musical give-up. I'm on a diet, so I can talk loudly." hugged

Regarding his work with Bobby, who featured in him, he revealed, "I also worked on a music video, but isn't it really swag? He continued, "It was nice to hear that he recorded it. I thought, 'You're a Bobby'. I thought it matched well with my voice." I think I've become a bit of a burden," he trembled.

On the stage of the new song that day, Kim Jae-hwan performed even Bobby's rap part by himself. He announced, “I tried it because I wanted to hear that I rap, sing, and dance while I’m alone.

Kim Jae-hwan said he would show off his dancing skills to the fullest in this activity. He said, "I practiced dancing a lot during that time. I thought it would be nice to show the song along with my hidden dance skills. Isn't my strong point another high pitch? I'm impressed that I did it this time." He also laughed, saying, “When I think about singers who dance while singing high notes in dance, there aren’t many. I’ve gained some confidence.”

Seong Si-kyung, famous as a ballad singer, earned the nickname 'Dancing Machine' for her awkward dancing skills. When asked to evaluate her dancing skills compared to Seong Si-kyung, she said, “I danced longer than Seong Si-kyung,” and “I went to Seong Si-kyung’s concert. He continued, "It was fun. Even if they don't dance well, they are strangely weepy, but they were cute."

'Jam' includes five new songs including the title song 'Feat. It contains 6 songs, including 'Spring Breeze'. It consists of various genres such as funky dance, new jack swing dance, funk, and R&B, and features a cool and exciting atmosphere unique to summer songs.

'My Sea' is a song that contains the message of wanting to be with the cool sea forever by comparing a loved one to the sea. 'Champagne' contains the meaning of enjoying this party as if today will last forever without any worries or concerns. 'I want to sleep' compares the desire to fall asleep when stressed to a romantic relationship. 'Daylight' contains a promise to be with the person you love forever. 'Spring Breeze' is a song that stimulates the nostalgia of spring.

Regarding the b-side song 'Champagne', Kim Jae-hwan explained, "I debuted as an idol, and fans have had a thirst for my idol-like appearance. So, I put a lot of songs like this in this album. It's one of the songs that can quench that thirst." did. He also surprised everyone by revealing, "Didn't you say that you gave up a lot? You've been 'stopping drinking' for the 54th day." He also promised, "If I get momentum, I will do my next activity."
Kim Jaehwan also lost 5kg in weight. He said, "I went on a diet. I was 63kg, but now I'm 58kg." He also hinted, "I have about 2 six packs left."

Kim Jae-hwan said that he likes 'I want to sleep' the most among the b-side tracks. He explained the reason, "When I sing this song, I feel like I'm actually arguing with my lover. Because the lyrics are realistic, I can empathize." After listening to 'Daylight', he said, "When you listen to Psy's song, it's a ballad, but doesn't it also have a dance element? I want to be like that too."

As much as the 'Challenge', where you take a part of a song and point choreography and upload it online, is popular, Jaehwan Kim also showed off the 'gain gain' challenge he had prepared. He was confident, “I practice a lot, so I do it even while sleeping,” but he stuttered the choreography and made people laugh.

Through this activity, Kim Jae-hwan said, "I want to show my presence. You have a desire to do things that others do not do and to become the unrivaled Kim Jae-hwan. You have a lot of creative ideas, so I hope you come up with them. I want to hear that this stage is the starting point and that I am versatile. I want to hear that ballads are delicious, but dance songs are also delicious." He also said, "I went to a Bruno Mars concert. I've seen it in Japan. I don't want to dance a little, sing a little, or play an instrument. I want to do everything well like Bruno Mars. I want to become a singer like that."

Jaehwan Kim said he gained confidence while preparing for this album. He gave "130 points" out of 100 for 'dog gain'. He also showed off his wit, saying, "I came to spread the dance that is popular in clubs to Korea with 'dog profit'."

Regarding the goal of this activity, Jaehwan Kim said, “I hope this song becomes a national song. I wish I could," he wished. He said, "I'm worried that the parents of my younger friends might not like it." He also said, "I think this stage is the last and my goal is to complete it. I look forward to the challenge with other singers."

Kim Jae-hwan shouted, “Sung Si-kyung is the best!” and went down the stage to bring a smile.

'Jam' will be released on the 20th at 6pm on each music site.

Reporter Kim Ji-won, Ten Asia bella@tenasia.co.kr