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Roy Kim Holds Successful Fan Meeting After 7-8 Years, Says 'I Exist Today Because of My Fans'
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Roy Kim Holds Successful Fan Meeting After 7-8 Years, Says 'I Exist Today Because of My Fans'

From Dong-A Ilbo · () Korean

Translated from Korean, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Singer-songwriter Roy Kim held a successful fan meeting, 'The Roy Kim Show: Speaking, Listening, Singing,' in Seoul over two days.
  • The event featured musical performances, interactive segments like a Q&A and a song-guessing game, and a "Stories with Songs" corner where he performed songs based on fan submissions.
  • Kim expressed gratitude to his fans, stating his current success is due to their unwavering support since his debut.

Singer-songwriter Roy Kim recently held a successful fan meeting, titled 'The Roy Kim Show: Speaking, Listening, Singing,' in Seoul. The event spanned two days and three sessions, allowing him to connect with fans and create memorable moments.

Kim opened the show with his hit song 'Seoul's Moon,' captivating the audience with his emotional vocals. Each session featured a unique setlist, including songs like 'Selfish,' 'We Go High,' and 'Why Are You Like That,' showcasing different facets of his artistry and earning enthusiastic cheers.

The fan meeting also included engaging segments focused on fan interaction. In the 'Speaking: Ask Me Anything' corner, Kim entertained the audience with witty responses to fan questions, sharing insights into his music and daily life. A unique "Listening: Roy Kim Song Listening Evaluation" game added a fun element, where fans guessed song titles from audio clips, fostering a playful atmosphere.

A particularly touching segment was 'Singing: Stories with Songs.' Kim shared personal stories from fans and performed their requested songs, including 'Hold On,' 'Wherever You Are,' and 'Listen,' 'Leave It Behind.' His empathetic delivery and heartfelt performances highlighted the healing power of music.

Reflecting on the event, Kim shared, "It's been 7 to 8 years since my last fan meeting. I put extra thought and effort into creating a different kind of fun unique to fan meetings." He added, "The time spent directly conversing with fans and exchanging small stories brought a different kind of deep emotion than concerts. I exist today because of the fans who have been by my side unchangingly since my debut. I am always truly grateful."

It's been 7 to 8 years since my last fan meeting. I put extra thought and effort into creating a different kind of fun unique to fan meetings. The time spent directly conversing with fans and exchanging small stories brought a different kind of deep emotion than concerts. I exist today because of the fans who have been by my side unchangingly since my debut. I am always truly grateful.

โ€” Roy KimReflecting on the successful fan meeting and expressing gratitude to his supporters.
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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.