There’s this show called Hidden Singer. It’s all about the original singer and their impersonators, both hidden in tiny rooms, singing snippets of the original’s songs. The audience then tries to pinpoint the true voice of the original singer. You’ve probably caught an episode or two, right? But did you know this show has been around for 10 years? I sure didn’t. The real kicker of the show is when the die-hard fans or colleagues, convinced they know the original singer inside out, point to a room only for an impersonator to pop out. Mind-blowing! 🎤
Not too long ago, while flipping through channels, I stumbled upon an episode featuring Kyuhyun. Being pretty familiar with his music, I was confident I’d spot him. But nope, I failed to identify him even once during the four rounds. Even though I’m not his biggest fan, it still stung a bit. Why was it so hard? 🤔
Maybe it’s because his voice seemed a tad different, or perhaps I was tricked by the nuances developed from countless performances. Plus, imagine being in a cramped room with voices eerily similar to yours echoing back. You’d need nerves of steel to truly shine. Even those close to him struggled to pick him out. Yet, when he finally revealed himself and sang the remaining lines, he always nailed it. Is it the magic of performing live, or the blend of voice and persona? I’m not sure. But really, what’s the point if the votes are already cast?
The impersonators on this show aren’t just about mimicking the songs perfectly; they come with their own stories. Their tales of finding solace or experiencing life-changing moments through music are truly touching. What an incredible gift it must be for the original artist. 🎶
By the third round, most singers find themselves caught in a whirlwind of emotions. That day, Kyuhyun’s face was a canvas of happiness from the fans’ love, relief from feeling validated, shame from being outed, and (jokingly) rage at the impersonator who outshone him. Just like a face-changing performer from Sichuan, his expressions shifted by the second. 🎭
Intrigued, I eagerly watched the next episode featuring Choi Jung-hoon from Jannabi. The impersonators, being fans of live rock festivals and performances, recreated the concert vibe instead of just mimicking studio versions, making it even more challenging. I still couldn’t get it right, and even my friend, a die-hard Jannabi fan, only guessed correctly twice. 🎸
I cautiously wonder if that’s a low score for such an enthusiastic fan. 🤔
By the way, thanks to this show, I’ve discovered Kyuhyun’s song ‘The Moment My Heart Flinched,’ and I can’t stop replaying it. It’s just so good. 🎧
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