11-Year-Old Lee Soo-yeon Shines on 'King of Masked Singer', Proving Talent Beyond Trot

11-year-old singer Lee Soo-yeon captivated audiences on MBC's 'King of Masked Singer' with her exceptional talent, transcending age barriers.

In the episode aired on the 2nd, Lee Soo-yeon, under the guise of 'Duckling', delivered a powerful performance of Ailee's 'U&I' in the second round. Her vocals and high notes impressed the judging panel, who praised her stage presence and execution, noting, 'Her voice was full and impressive,' and 'She filled the stage with just the live band and her voice, not relying on backing tracks.'

Advancing to the third round, 'Duckling' chose IU's 'You & I', perfectly embodying the innocent charm of a teenage girl while flawlessly hitting the high notes. This performance showcased her versatile appeal and limitless potential across genres.

Although she narrowly missed reaching the final round for the 'King of Masked Singer' title, the identity behind the mask was revealed to be Lee Soo-yeon, already known as a rising star in the trot music scene. Her performance on the show solidified her image as a gem not just in trot, but in the broader music industry.

Lee Soo-yeon shared her thoughts, saying, 'My goal was just to do my best in the first round against seniors, so it was an honor to make it to the third round. It was fun seeing the audience guess my identity while I was wearing the mask.'

Furthermore, she touched viewers with her filial piety, stating her future goal: 'My grandmother's dream is for me to win first place. I want to win many times and show my gratitude to my grandparents.'

Netizens praised her performance, commenting, 'She's only 11 but her singing is incredible,' 'If she's this good with the mask, imagine how much better she'll be without it,' and 'Filial daughter Lee Soo-yeon, we're looking forward to her future!'.