Lim Young-woong's 'Like a Shot' Music Video Surpasses 4 Million Views in 26 Days, Proving Unwavering Popularity

The music video for singer Lim Young-woong's new song, 'Like a Shot' (transliteration of '순간을 영원처럼'), has achieved a remarkable milestone, surpassing 4 million views in just 26 days since its release, underscoring his enduring appeal.

Unveiled on Lim Young-woong's official YouTube channel on the 28th of last month, the music video for 'Like a Shot' exceeded 4 million views as of the 23rd, drawing immense attention from fans.

'Like a Shot' serves as the title track for Lim Young-woong's second full album, 'IM HERO 2.' The song resonates deeply with listeners through its lyrical narrative and profound reflections on life, garnering significant empathy.

The album 'IM HERO 2,' comprising a total of 11 tracks, has been widely praised for its expanded musical spectrum and enhanced emotional depth.

Notably, a listening event held the day before the album's release simultaneously across approximately 50 CGV cinemas nationwide recorded the largest scale in history, showcasing massive fan engagement.

On the music charts, 'IM HERO 2' demonstrated its strength immediately upon release, with the title track and all other included songs dominating the top ranks of various music platforms. The title track even climbed to the number one spot on the Melon HOT 100 chart, outperforming 'Golden' by the popular K-pop group 'K-pop Demon Hunters' (KDH).

Lim Young-woong is set to connect with fans across the country through his upcoming national tour, 'IM HERO,' kicking off in Incheon in October. This tour is anticipated to once again paint South Korea in his signature sky-blue hue.

Lim Young-woong is affectionately known as the 'King of Trot,' enjoying immense popularity, particularly among middle-aged and older demographics. He debuted in 2016 with the digital single 'Miwoyo' and gained explosive fame after appearing on TV Chosun's 'Mister Trot' in 2020. His concerts consistently sell out immediately upon ticket release, solidifying his 'ticket power.'