Shin Seung-hun's Pre-Release Track 'She Was' Dominates Charts, Heralding the Ballad King's Grand Return

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Shin Seung-hun's Pre-Release Track 'She Was' Dominates Charts, Heralding the Ballad King's Grand Return

Jihyun Oh · September 11, 2025 at 05:18

Singer-songwriter Shin Seung-hun is already creating a stir with the pre-release track 'She Was' from his upcoming 12th full-length album, 'SINCERELY MELODIES'.

The song, released on the 10th, quickly climbed the charts of major Korean music platforms like Melon HOT 100 and Bugs TOP 100, proving his enduring popularity. 'She Was' is a signature Shin Seung-hun ballad, meticulously crafted by the artist himself through both composition and lyrics. It holds a special significance as a tribute to his fans who have offered unwavering support for the past 35 years.

The track offers a tender message of comfort to women who have consistently sacrificed for love, from their youth to becoming mothers. The accompanying music video, featuring actress Moon So-ri, has garnered praise for its poignant narrative, beautifully portraying the journey of a life through different stages with a warm perspective.

Shin Seung-hun is set to release his 12th album 'SINCERELY MELODIES' on the 23rd. He will also meet his fans in person through his 35th-anniversary concert '2025 THE신승훈SHOW 'SINCERELY 35'' on November 1st and 2nd at the Olympic Hall in Seoul.

Debuting in 1990, Shin Seung-hun is widely hailed as the 'Emperor of Ballads' for his string of hits such as 'Invisible Love' and 'The You in My Smile'.

His sweet vocals and nuanced emotional delivery have earned him enduring affection from the public for decades.

This upcoming 12th full-length album marks his first in approximately ten years, anticipated to showcase the depth of his musical artistry once again.