MONSTA X's Shownu Earns Global Acclaim with Teddy Swims' "Bad Dreams" Cover Reaction

MONSTA X member Shownu is capturing global attention after receiving a shoutout from American singer-songwriter Teddy Swims.

On the 25th, American music publication Billboard's official social media posted a reaction video of Teddy Swims watching Shownu's cover of his song 'Bad Dreams.'

In the video, Teddy Swims watched the cover version that Shownu recently performed on the YouTube channel 'KBS Kpop' web variety show 'Limousine Service.' He expressed continuous admiration for Shownu's sweet falsetto and his clean execution of high notes, even humming along to the delicate ending of the notes, drawing attention with his abundant reactions.

Previously, Teddy Swims had responded to a fan-edited video of Shownu's 'Bad Dreams' cover with a comment saying 'Wow !!!!' By releasing this additional reaction video through Billboard's official SNS, Teddy Swims further praised Shownu's cover, intensifying the attention from music fans both domestically and internationally.

Shownu, through 'Limousine Service,' showcased his solid vocal capabilities across various genres by performing not only 'Bad Dreams' but also MONSTA X's 'Catch Me Now,' 'GOT MY NUMBER,' and Hwang Ga-ram's 'I am a Firefly' live. With Teddy Swims' repeated shoutouts, the response from domestic and international music fans has become even hotter.

As the leader of MONSTA X, Shownu has consistently enhanced the group's musical completeness with his unwavering vocals amidst their signature powerful performances. He has proven his broad spectrum through OST participations for webtoons and dramas, musicals, and unit activities with Hyungwon.

Dubbed 'Utgukja' (laughter connoisseur) for his exceptional variety show skills, Shownu is currently active as a fixed MC for the web variety show 'No Poki.' Following the successful completion of MONSTA X's recent comeback with their new song 'N the Front,' anticipation is high for the future endeavors of this 'all-around artist' who continues to expand his presence both on and off stage.

As the leader of MONSTA X, Shownu has consistently enhanced the group's musical completeness with his unwavering vocals amidst their signature powerful performances. He has proven his broad spectrum through OST participations for webtoons and dramas, musicals, and unit activities with Hyungwon. Additionally, earning the nickname 'Utgukja' (laughter connoisseur) for his exceptional variety show skills, he is currently active as a fixed MC for the web variety show 'No Poki.'