CHUNGHA
In a recent performance released on YouTube, CHUNGHA beautifully covered the song “Always”, a famous track from the drama “Descendants of the Sun” (태양의 후예) soundtrack.
During the first episode of the new ENA show “Change Street”, emotions emerged through her voice. This variety show, designed as an intercultural project between South Korea and Japan, features artists from both countries performing busking in public places, blending musical performance with interactions with passersby.
The song “Always” was originally performed by Yoon Mirae and is part of the soundtrack of “Descendants of the Sun”, a highly popular 2016 drama that solidified the international impact of Korean OSTs. CHUNGHA interprets this track with her own sensitivity, transforming the ballad into an emotive live performance, where her voice, both pure and powerful, resonates intensely in the open space, touching both the spectators present and those watching the video.
The show “Change Street” stands out for its effort to create a musical bridge between cultures, inviting Korean and Japanese artists to share their art in streets or iconic locations, far from conventional televised music formats. In this setting, CHUNGHA sings in an informal, almost intimate environment, giving “Always” an even more personal and direct dimension than in its original studio version.
In the video itself, the emotion conveyed by the song can be felt, speaking of love and deep connection, themes that resonate particularly when performed outdoors before a diverse audience. The performance highlights both CHUNGHA’s vocal mastery and her ability to convey sincere emotion, revealing another facet of her artistry beyond the dance-pop songs she is often known for.
In short, this cover of “Always” by CHUNGHA on “Change Street” perfectly illustrates the potential of a non-traditional music show, where the meeting of artists, locations, and audiences becomes a unique creative moment. This format allows viewers to discover classic Korean drama songs in a new light, while giving artists like CHUNGHA the opportunity to reinterpret beloved songs in a different style.
Journalist: Shawn
Translator: Shawn
Source: YouTube ENA
