His warm vocal tone reinterprets the original's melancholic emotions.
He expressed a desire to convey a warm message of love to fans.
Beomgyu of Tomorrow X Together has shared a special cover song for fans. On January 13th, the cover video of 'I Love You' premiered on the group's official YouTube channel and SoundCloud. Originally written by Japanese singer-songwriter Yutaka Ozaki in 1983, the song captures the feelings of loneliness and anxiety in love. It is also well-known in Korea through a remake by the group Position.
Beomgyu adds his warm vocal tone to the original's melancholic emotion, offering a fresh interpretation. His delicate emotional expression and solid vocal ability create a softer and cozier atmosphere around the piece. After performing this song on a Japanese music show last October, the enthusiastic response led to the creation of this formal video and audio release.
In the cover video, Beomgyu captures an emotional essence while waiting at a snow-covered train station and spending quiet moments at home. The video concludes with a scene of him making a call from a payphone, leaving a lingering impression. He expressed gratitude for the response during his Japanese tour through his agency, Big Hit Music, and shared his desire to convey a warm message of love to fans.
Beomgyu's cover of 'I Love You' highlights his exceptional musicality and emotional range once again. By reinterpreting the original's melancholy with his warm voice, he resonates deeply with fans, showcasing his growth as an artist. This cover serves not just as a mere rehash of a song, but as a medium through which artists can convey their genuine feelings.
This release of cover songs also reflects a shift in how artists communicate with their fans in the contemporary K-POP industry. Many artists are using covers to add their unique touch and showcase different charms from the originals. Beomgyu's cover will likely enhance the bond between him and his fans within this trend.
Tomorrow X Together's Japanese tour aligns with the release of this cover, carrying a special significance for fans. It provides an opportunity for the artist to engage new projects fueled by fan support, illustrating how deeply artists consider their fans. Beomgyu's cover will likely leave cherished memories and sentiments for his audience.
This article is KOSTAR’s reinterpretation of a story originally reported by TVDaily.
Photo: Big Hit Music
