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Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang praises K-pop singer Hwasa's music and charm
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Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang praises K-pop singer Hwasa's music and charm

From Dong-A Ilbo · () Korean

Translated from Korean, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang expressed his admiration for South Korean singer Hwasa's music and persona.
  • Huang revealed his fondness for K-pop, specifically mentioning the song 'Golden' and Hwasa's tracks 'Good Goodbye' and 'So Cute'.
  • The CEO's comments were made during a recording for the tvN variety show 'You Quiz on the Block', set to air on June 10.

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang has revealed his appreciation for South Korean music, particularly praising singer Hwasa. During a recording for the popular tvN variety show 'You Quiz on the Block', Huang shared his thoughts on K-pop and Hwasa's artistry.

Who wouldn't like 'Golden'? 'Golden' is truly a masterpiece.

โ€” Jensen HuangResponding to a question about listening to K-pop while working.

When asked by MC Yoo Jae-suk about his listening habits, Huang enthusiastically endorsed K-pop, stating, "Who wouldn't like [K-pop Demon Hunter's] 'Golden'? 'Golden' is truly a masterpiece." He then specifically turned his attention to Hwasa, adding, "I also greatly love Hwasa's music. Hwasa is very charming." He mentioned liking her song 'Good Goodbye,' released in October, and her new track 'So Cute,' from April.

I also greatly love Hwasa's music. Hwasa is very charming.

โ€” Jensen HuangExpressing his admiration for the South Korean singer.

"Hwasa's 'So Cute' will become a hit again. Oh my, Hwasa must be so happy," Yoo Jae-suk quipped, eliciting laughter. Huang further complimented the singer, noting her "excellent singing ability" and describing her as "a very outstanding dancer as well."

Hwasa's 'So Cute' will become a hit again. Oh my, Hwasa must be so happy.

โ€” Yoo Jae-sukReacting to Jensen Huang's praise for Hwasa's music.

The episode, featuring Huang's visit to South Korea, was recorded on June 6 and is scheduled to broadcast on June 10. In another teaser, Huang was asked to name his closest friend among Samsung Electronics Chairman Lee Jae-yong, Hyundai Motor Group Chairman Chung Euisun, and SK Group Chairman Chey Tae-won, to which he confidently replied, "Easy."

She has excellent singing ability. Hwasa is also a very outstanding dancer.

โ€” Jensen HuangFurther elaborating on his praise for Hwasa.
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Originally published by Dong-A Ilbo in Korean. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.