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'National anthem performance controversy' Uhm Ji-young apologizes again: 'My greed was excessive'
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'National anthem performance controversy' Uhm Ji-young apologizes again: 'My greed was excessive'

From Chosun Ilbo · () Korean

Translated from Korean, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Uhm Ji-young, vocalist of the band Keung Geurim, has apologized again for controversy surrounding her rendition of the national anthem.
  • In a YouTube video, Uhm met with senior singer Kim Jang-hoon and expressed her remorse, stating she had never faced such criticism before.
  • She reflected on her past wrongdoings and acknowledged her "greed was excessive."

Uhm Ji-young, the vocalist for the band Keung Geurim, has issued a second apology regarding the controversy surrounding her performance of the national anthem. In a video released on the YouTube channel 'Gonarija,' Uhm met with veteran singer Kim Jang-hoon to discuss the incident.

I've never received so much criticism in my life.

— Uhm Ji-youngDescribing the impact of the public backlash over her national anthem performance.

Visibly emotional, Uhm shared the profound impact of the public backlash. "I've never received so much criticism in my life," she stated, tears welling up. She reflected on her past actions, admitting, "I've been reflecting on all the mistakes I've made throughout my life."

I've been reflecting on all the mistakes I've made throughout my life.

— Uhm Ji-youngExpressing remorse and self-reflection following the controversy.

During the conversation, Uhm acknowledged that her "greed was excessive" in her performance. The controversy stemmed from her rendition of the national anthem, which drew significant criticism from the public. This second apology comes as she attempts to address the fallout and express her sincere regret.

My greed was excessive.

— Uhm Ji-youngAcknowledging her overreach in her performance of the national anthem.
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Originally published by Chosun Ilbo in Korean. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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