Han Hye-jin Mesmerizes with Timeless Vocals on 'Trot Champion'

Veteran singer Han Hye-jin captivated audiences with her enduring vocal prowess on the recent broadcast of MBC ON's 'Trot Champion'.

Appearing on the show on the 30th, Han Hye-jin delivered a powerful rendition of her iconic 1996 hit, 'Last Lover'. This beloved song, widely known in the late 1990s through radio and adult contemporary music programs, was cherished as a graceful song for bidding farewell to a departed love.

On stage, Han Hye-jin's flawless technique perfectly resurrected the song's original emotion. Her signature rich vibrato and husky tone immediately seized the audience's hearts, bringing back the nostalgic 'feel of that era' with her unchanged voice.

She followed up with another popular track, 'When Turning Away'. This song, characterized by the classic trot rhythm and straightforward lyrics about leaving without regret, resonated deeply with middle-aged and older female listeners.

Han Hye-jin added depth to the performance with her understated delivery and seasoned stage presence.

The episode also featured a diverse lineup of trot artists, including My Jin, Kim Su-chan, Jeon Yu-jin, Kim Yong-pil, Ha Dong-geun, Jin Wook, Seong Min, Ryu Won-jeong, Ha Yu-bi, Mini Mani, and Na Tae-joo, presenting a multi-generational trot stage.

Netizens praised Han Hye-jin's performance, commenting, 'As expected of Han Hye-jin! Her singing skills are still top-notch,' and 'Hearing 'Last Lover' brought back so many memories, I almost cried.' Others related to the song 'When Turning Away,' saying, 'The lyrics felt like my own story, it was sad.'