01x08 - Episode 8

[bunniefuu]

My 100-day journey

has come to an end.

Deep breaths.

Don't be nervous.

A 100-DAY JOURNEY

You did well in those 100 days.

A-LIST TO PLAYLIS

36 HOURS BEFORE THE SHOWCASE

EVERYONE IS BUSY SETTING UP

One, two, three, four.

12 HOURS BEFORE THE SHOWCASE

MR. MOON ARRIVES

I'm nervous.

Hello.

MR. JUNG ARRIVES

My gosh.

THE ROOKIE SINGER ARRIVES

Today's the day.

Hello.

-You're here.

-Hello.

Did you sleep well?

-Me?

-Same as always, huh?

That's right.

Have you eaten yet?

-Sang-hoon is here.

-Moon Sang-hoon.

When did you get here?

PRODUCER BERRY ARRIVES

-You look cool today.

-You look grand.

-Take a seat.

-Let's eat first.

We're gonna eat now.

The day has finally come.

I mean

Do you think I'll do okay?

-Of course.

-Absolutely.

Don't worry.

What are you so worried about?

You.

Me?

Same here, to be honest. What about you?

Me? Myself.

But it'll be fine.

But I am worried about one thing.

When I see a big crowd

gathered for a sports game or concert,

applauding and cheering together,

I tend to get emotional and tear up.

-Me too.

-I'm really worried I might cry today.

You should cry then.

It's uncontrollable.

-Do you sob loudly like this?

-Yes.

Goodness.

8 HOURS BEFORE THE SHOWCASE

We'll go check the stage first.

SAFETY CHECK FOR THE ARTIS

I'll check if it's sturdy

or if it will collapse.

-Okay.

-Let's head out.

JUNGSANG PRODUCTIONS TAKES TO THE STAGE

-Let's see.

-My gosh.

It's "upstage" and "backstage," right?

Funny thing about stages

-Wow.

-Wow.

-Incredible.

-It's so beautiful.

It looks amazing.

What's all this?

This venue, Blue Square,

is the first building you see

right out of Namsan Tunnel No. 1.

Soon, there'll be 1,000 people here.

My goodness.

Wow.

The mezzanine will be full too.

500 down here, 500 up there.

A TOTAL AUDIENCE OF 1,000 PEOPLE

-I'm honestly surprised we pulled it off.

-Me too.

We've worked on this project

for over a year now.

We founded a company

and went through

all kinds of struggles for this day.

At the time of your first interview,

did you think that Jung-seok would be

singing in front of 1,000 people?

-Of course.

-Five original songs at that?

-Absolutely.

-With a live band?

-We made it happen.

-With complete songs?

THIS IS THE CHO JUNG-SEOK SHOWCASE

You just gotta have faith.

It all feels so real

now that I'm standing on stage.

D-DAY CAME QUICKER THAN EXPECTED

-It came so quickly, didn't it?

-It did.

Are you nervous too?

Of course I am.

It feels like my heart is about to burst.

If I'm this nervous,

imagine how nervous Jung-seok must be.

6 HOURS BEFORE THE SHOWCASE

We'll be starting the sound check.

THE REHEARSAL BEGINS

-I'll head out.

-Good luck.

Of course, I'm nervous.

But I didn't want to be too nervous.

I didn't want it to affect my performance.

Hello.

-Hello.

-Hello.

Hello, everyone.

Hi.

Wow.

-What's that?

-We'll start with the mic check.

Sounds good.

It hit me when I got on stage.

It's really happening.

The day has arrived.

Testing. One, two, three.

Which song should we do first?

Let's do "Champagne."

We should hear how the guitar sounds too.

I wanted to do well

in that final rehearsal

and show everyone how much I prepared.

Okay, let's begin.

Music, standby.

Music, cue.

As the champagne pops to a fizz

HE SINGS HIS OWN SONGS ON STAGE

FOR THE FIRST TIME

I got drawn into it like The Matrix

Grab my guitar and I'm Jimi Hendrix

It filled the void in my heart

Like it's Tetris

Dreamin' on a mattress

Could you boost the highs?

ATTENTION TO DETAIL UNTIL THE END

A little bit more.

I just want to hear it more clearly.

Could you turn it up

a tiny bit in my in-ears?

Just the instruments.

Okay.

Thank you.

REHEARSAL OVER

Is there anything else

you'd like to check?

-No, I'm fine.

-All good?

Thank you.

I'll see you in a bit.

I was done with the rehearsal.

All that was left was the show.

I kept running simulations in my mind.

4 HOURS BEFORE THE SHOWCASE

I'm going to go choose my outfit

-and get my hair and makeup done.

-Okay.

Let me go grab my guitar over there.

I have to practice.

TUNING THE GUITAR

Here's the thing about the guitar.

If you're nervous

the moment you start playing,

you'll definitely screw up.

You have to empty your mind to play well.

GOT HIS MAKEUP DONE WHILE PRACTICING

STAGE OUTFIT IS ON

Let's go in.

MEANWHILE, GUESTS HAVE ARRIVED

FOR THE ROOKIE SINGER

Hey, guys.

DAE-MYEUNG & KYUNG-h* OF THE 99S

Congratulations.

Thanks.

You look awesome.

-Good luck.

-Did you lose weight?

I must have.

Everyone's saying that.

Have you eaten?

That's always your first question.

Yes, I have.

It's the most important one.

-You know everyone, right?

-Of course.

You've met Moon Sang-hoon.

I loved the video. It was mind-blowing.

Everyone's raving about the music video.

It's awesome.

Everyone loves it.

See you again.

HIS FRIENDS ENCOURAGE HIM

-Bye, guys.

-Good luck.

Thank you so much.

Hello, sir.

ANOTHER GUEST FOR THE ROOKIE SINGER

Everyone, Mr. Yoon Jong-shin is here.

-Hi.

-Did you finish your songs already?

It hasn't even been that long.

I just kept at it.

I look forward to it.

JONG-SHIN IS HERE AS A FAN,

NOT AS A MENTOR

-Good luck.

-Thanks.

Do I go to my seat now?

2 HOURS BEFORE THE SHOWCASE

THE FANS LINED UP EARLY ON

1,000 INVITEES WERE SELECTED FROM THOSE

WHO PARTICIPATED IN A WEEK-LONG DRAW

DRESS CODE: CHO JUNG-SEOK

MANY FANS ARRIVED

COSPLAYING AS HIS CHARACTERS

FLASH

1 HOUR BEFORE THE SHOWCASE

THE AUDIENCE ENTERS

EVERY SEAT IS FILLED

5 MINUTES BEFORE THE SHOWCASE

-Five minutes to go.

-Already?

-Here I go.

-It's showtime.

-For sure. Break a leg.

-Wish me luck.

It's happening.

It's finally happening.

It was time to show everyone

all I'd worked on in the last 100 days,

but I couldn't feel my legs

when I got out there.

I must have been nervous.

When I went backstage to make my entrance,

that's when I felt the most nervous.

Oh, man.

I wonder how they'll react.

That's when it hit me.

It was really about to start.

This was his first audience.

I was nervous to see

what they thought of his performance.

It suddenly hit me

that an actual audience was waiting for me

right behind the doors.

TIME LEFT UNTIL THE SHOWCASE

I got so nervous that I closed my eyes

and took deep breaths.

Hello, everyone.

I'm Cho Jung-seok, the rookie singer.

"ALOHA" BY CHO JUNG-SEOK

MUSIC BY WI JONG-SOO

LYRICS BY KIM TAE-HOON

A candle lit up in the darkness

A promise made into a wine glass

I'll always be by your side

Protecting you

As you've always trusted me

I only wish for one thing

Though I long for eternal happiness

Even if it's not flashy

Even if it's not like a dream

I just want you here with me

Don't worry

I promise

I'll never forget this moment

So your smile can remain just as dazzling

As it is when you're in my arms

'Cause your love is so sweet

You are my everything

This is not just a sweet nothing

From our precious night together

I won't ever change

You'll be my only love forever, oh

You're light of my life

You are the one in my life

Even if I lose everything

I won't regret it

I'll live just for you

With an unchanging love

All I ever want is

Your love

Please let me introduce myself.

I'm Cho Jung-seok, the rookie singer.

So

One thing led to another,

and I'm about to release an album.

JUNG-SEOK'S DEBU

This was the question

that I asked people the most

while I was writing my songs.

"Can I borrow your ears?"

I'd like to introduce the two people

who stood by me every step of the way

and spared no effort to assist me.

These are the members of my agency.

I'm sure you know who they are.

Come on out!

-Yes, hello.

-Hello.

-Nice to meet you.

-Hello, everyone.

I'm the CEO of Jungsang Productions,

this rookie singer's agency.

-Nice to meet you all.

-Good to be here.

I have gifts for everyone.

-Hello.

-"Can I Borrow Your Tissues?"

-For your trips to the restroom.

-Thanks for coming.

You'll need them, right?

-Hello.

-Yes, for cleaning.

Thanks. We're with Jungsang Productions.

-What's my name?

-The handsome Jung Sang-hoon!

This isn't good.

Wait a minute, Mr. Jung.

They like you better than me.

-Please take a seat.

-Sure.

Let me tell you about our company.

We only exist

for the rookie singer Cho Jung-seok.

We take care of everything,

including his songs,

promotions, and mental health.

We love you, Jung-seok.

We need this album to be a success.

We did put our hearts and souls

into these songs.

We hope you'll enjoy them.

I'm sure they will.

Doesn't his comment just now

make you even more curious

to listen to his songs?

-Yes!

-Right?

-Yes!

-Yes!

I'm getting nervous too.

It's time to begin the showcase

for Jung-seok's very first album.

-Right.

-Jung-seok,

please explain the first song.

The first song I'm performing

is called "Loving for You."

(FKA "JUNG-SEOK IN MEDIUM")

This song best reflects

the first time I appeared as a singer,

to which you have all shown great support.

-Please enjoy.

-Okay!

Aren't you excited?

-Yes!

-Okay.

This is the rookie singer's first song.

-Can I

-Borrow Your Ears?

AN INTERLUDE VIDEO PLAYS

It was the first time

singing my own song for an audience.

That was the most nerve-racking moment.

PRODUCER BERRY IS AS NERVOUS AS JUNG-SEOK

I was so nervous

that I couldn't even feel my fingers.

My lips went blue too.

THE VERY FIRST SONG JUNG-SEOK WROTE

AND THE ONLY SONG IN THE SHOWCASE

FROM THE MONTHLY EVALUATION

Isn't his voice perfect for this song?

I loved it.

I'll do "Jung-seok in Medium" then.

-I loved it.

-It was so good.

It's the first song I wrote.

MANY PEOPLE LIKED "LOVING FOR YOU"

I just hope my sincerity

will reach everyone.

I can do this.

"LOVING FOR YOU (JUNG-SEOK IN MEDIUM)"

MUSIC BY CHO JUNG-SEOK AND BERRY

LYRICS BY CHO JUNG-SEOK

Among the countless stars

I'll be the one for you

You're the one I long for

Just like your glistening eyes

My love for you will never change

'Cause you held me in your arms

So warmly like the sun in the sky

I will always be your light

You and I

Loving for you tonight

I've been longing for this moment

Been waiting day and night

You're the one for me, my love

And I'll always be there

For you

My love for you will never change

'Cause you held me in your arms

So warmly like the sun in the sky

I will always be your light

You and I

Loving for you tonight

I've been longing for this moment

Been waiting day and night

You're the one for me, my love

And I'll always be there

For you

Now my heart's about to burst

As I'm on my way to you

Flying high

You and I

Loving for you tonight

You're the only one I need

You've been my angel all along

You're the one for me, my love

And I'll always be there

For you

Thank you.

All right.

So

Thank you, everyone.

This is a song

about the thrills of first love,

which I'm sure everyone

has experienced at least once.

I hope this is a song you can enjoy

while reminiscing about

the tempo of your first love.

Let's move right on to my next song.

I need my guitar for this one.

Mr. Jung and Mr. Moon said they would

All right. Here you go.

They are too good to me.

Thank you.

Are you feeling all right?

-Yes.

-I think the audience is quite pleased.

Okay, thank you.

-I told you it'd go well.

-Would you mind going away now?

Very well.

As you wish.

Everyone in the band,

keep up the good work.

Since this is my first album,

I wanted to show you

many different sides of me,

so I tried a genre I've never sung before.

This song is called

"Like Movies, Like Music."

I was most worried about

"Like Movies, Like Music."

I had to play the guitar

and rap at the same time,

although it wasn't that long.

It was my first time,

so I was worried about messing up.

But Dynamicduo was there with me,

so that calmed me down a bit.

I wanted to do it right.

Performing a song for the first time

is nerve-racking.

The first time going on stage

is like walking on thin ice.

You have to focus.

Dynamicduo.

"LIKE MOVIES, LIKE MUSIC"

MUSIC BY CHO JUNG-SEOK AND GAEKO

LYRICS BY GAEKO, CHOIZA, AND CHO JUNG-SEOK

Music's been my playground

As long as I remember

I sang and danced to all music in my ears

Song books instead of textbooks

Cassettes and CDs fill the bookshelf

I got drawn into it like The Matrix

Grab my guitar and I'm Jimi Hendrix

It filled the void in my heart

Like it's Tetris

Dreamin' on a mattress

Music is my unspoken piece of me

My little world I never spoke of

I just wanna love you

-Like in that movie

-Gaeko!

I just wanna love you

-Like in that movie

-Gaeko!

You and I, two lovers in it

We live on though there's no screenplay

My life is like a movie

Like the music flows through the air

Like the lyrics engraved in my soul

I want to be a track

On your memory playlist

My life is like music

Matchstick in my mouth, BB g*n in my hand

Swaggering down the alley

Never read as a kid, but I loved the VCR

Heartbroken when E.T.

Flew back to the stars

No popcorn, just US Army cheese ba*ls

Never the movie theater

Just my TV showing Gizmo

My own theater, no blanket, just a pillow

All these movies hold up my world

From down below

Laughed and cried

Ng Man-tat and Stephen Chow

Tried their moves with friends

We laughed out loud

In my adolescence, Wong Kar-wai asked me

A question about solitude

I said, "Man, it beats me"

Wanted to be like

Katana-wielding Bruce Willis

"City of Philly," Bruce Springsteen

This is a shout-out to all the works

That changed me

Want a life like a movie this is its OS

I just want to love you like in that movie

You and I, two lovers in it

We live on though there's no screenplay

My life is like a movie

Like the music flows through the air

Like the lyrics engraved in my soul

I want to be a track

On your memory playlist

My life is like music

Looking back, I grew up with music

Rhythm in the air

And the lyrics spoke to me

Looking back, I grew up in a movie

The reel of my open-ended life

Still rolling

Whenever I dream it, whenever I feel it

I become a singer and I become an actor

Movie and music are a Duo

Rules don't apply to my Dynamic life

Like the music flows through the air

Like the lyrics engraved in my soul

I want to be a track

On your memory playlist

My life is like music

Put your hands together!

Clap your hands.

Clap.

Wow, everyone.

Isn't this rookie amazing?

-Yes!

-Yes!

On stage with me are my friends,

Dynamicduo!

-Hello, we're Dynamicduo.

-Hello.

Were you surprised?

-Yes!

-I know.

I can't believe

I'm standing with them either.

I'm surprised this rookie isn't

as nervous as I thought he'd be.

I am nervous right now!

Isn't he doing just fine?

-Come on.

-Yes!

I like listening to hip-hop,

but I've never rapped in my life.

Was it hard for you to work with me?

I actually wanted to ask everyone.

This was his first time rapping.

What did you think?

He's good, right?

-Isn't he a natural?

-Yes!

He actually worked very hard.

They gave me loads of pointers.

We took out a lot of unnecessary bits,

stopped trying too hard,

completely redid everything a few times,

and finally made these beautiful verses.

You could say that I'm a hip-hop newbie

following in these veterans' footsteps.

What do you think about giving me

a rapper name?

I want to hear the audience's ideas.

Are there any names you can think of?

-"Seok."

-"Suck"?

-MC Suck? Are you sure?

-I don't think that's it.

That sounds like a sucky name.

-It is a bit sucky.

-Right?

-It really is.

-What else could we go with?

What's that?

"Daengi."

-"Daengi"?

-"Daengi."

-Why?

-"MC Daengi."

-I don't know what that is.

-Why "Daengi"?

What?

Oh, MC Napdeuk?

-Napdeuk.

-I guess that's all right.

-Good one.

-For sure.

For some reason, "MC Suck" sounds

I know.

Strangely enough, it sounds the best.

Hello, I'm MC Suck.

-It doesn't sound too sucky anymore.

-Really?

I'll think about it.

We can't let these godly performers leave

without a proper performance.

I don't know about "godly."

-But you are.

-But it'll be a g*dd*mn good time.

-Good one.

-That was a great line.

Do you know Dynamicduo's song, "Smoke"?

He knows the dance perfectly.

I'll give it a go.

Oh, yeah.

-Two, three, four.

-Two, three, four.

I either run or I fall

Nothing else, I'm a brakeless bike

Throw the worthless over my new clothes

Stack it up

I'm that relentless type

I'm gonna smoke you up, I'mma smoke you

That's all.

I'm going to hop off the stage for a bit

and enjoy the veterans' show.

Thanks a lot, guys!

Okay, let's go.

"SMOKE" BY DYNAMICDUO

Put your hands in the air!

I either run or I fall

Nothing else, I'm a brakeless bike

Throw the worthless over my new clothes

Stack it up

I'm that relentless type

I'm gonna smoke you up, I'mma smoke you

I'm gonna smoke you up, I'mma smoke you

Break it all down and build it back up

Light it up

MEANWHILE, JUNG-SEOK GOES BACKSTAGE

TRIES TO CALM DOWN HIS RACING HEAR

ON HIS WAY TO GET READY FOR THE NEXT SONG

Can I just do it without the jacket?

-From the start?

-Yes.

I think it's better without this.

A THOROUGH OUTFIT CHECK

From "Champagne" to "Wild Wild East."

THE GODLY PERFORMERS FIRE IT UP

No one with enough charisma to face me

Born to be a gambler

It's do or die, I'm an outsider

A dice in my fist

I'm a natural-born dice roller

I'll stomp on you if a fight comes around

No speed limit

From the Autobahn to playgrounds

-You bark until Southpaw strikes

-I should be dancing out there.

A counter to your jaw

And you fall like timber

My breath is a hurricane

I exhale and you fall

You're just a tree knocked down by my call

The lights over me, always green not red

You just lie down

Like the crosswalk's your bed

The see-saw's way off balance

By now you should be praying

Instead of trying

I'll beat you with my words

-Hands up!

-Make your cheeks burn without hitting you

I'm gonna smoke you up, I'mma smoke you

I'm gonna smoke you up, I'mma smoke you

Break it all down and build it back up

I'm gonna smoke you up, I'mma smoke you

I'm gonna smoke you up, I'mma smoke you

Break it all down and build it back up

Light it up

Are you ready to jump?

"FIREWORKS" BY DYNAMICDUO

Time to cause some trouble

Time to be a nuisance

Do some crazy, do some crazy

Time to ride this vibe

Like a rollercoaster

Stop being so fake

Shake your arms and legs

Tonight is all about me, a selfish night

Time for me to let loose

From working day and night

Tonight, just free your mind

Don't leave any words behind

Who's watching is no concern

Just scream, it's your turn

All the pent-up emotions are like a b*mb

Let's light up the fuse

Shift your mind to the rhythm's cues

Dance as your instincts choose

We're about to cause some trouble tonight

We're about to go all out like a mad dog

-Like the fireworks high up in the sky

-Put 'em up now!

Put your hands up!

One, two! One, two, three, four!

Let's go!

Put your hands together!

Put your hands together!

-Are you ready to jump one last time?

-Put your hands together!

One, two! One, two, three, four!

Say "boom, boom"!

-Boom, boom!

-Boom, boom!

Say "boom, boom"!

-Boom, boom!

-Boom, boom!

Say "boom, boom"!

-Boom, boom!

-Boom, boom!

Let's rollin' rollin'

Till we're all out of breath

Let's rollin' rollin'

Till we're all out of breath

Let's rollin' rollin'

Till we're all out of breath

They k*lled it.

Thank you!

Thank you.

Thanks, guys.

That was awesome.

-You guys are insane.

-You look dope.

That was good stuff.

-Good job out there.

-Good luck.

Jung-seok's doing really well.

It was an honor

to work on this great debut album.

I knew he would make it happen,

but I didn't expect it to be so well-made.

I thought we'd just hang out and have fun,

but once I got to know him,

I could tell how serious he was.

He's passionate about music

and has a talent for it too.

He's probably only sung

other people's songs all his life,

but I hope he gets to sing his own songs

a lot more from now on.

He's a real singer now.

After seeing Dynamicduo on stage,

I felt this pressure

to keep up the energy to match theirs.

The next song was "Champagne,"

and Kyung-h*'s music video

was about to be revealed too.

I couldn't wait to see

what they thought about it.

I hope they love it.

FIRST LOOK AT THE "CHAMPAGNE" MUSIC VIDEO

As the champagne pops to a fizz

It brings a smile to your face

And laugh

"CHAMPAGNE"

MUSIC AND LYRICS BY CHO JUNG-SEOK

As the champagne pops to a fizz

It brings a smile to your face

Let's drink the night away

You've got to let loose sometimes

My love

Don't worry about a thing tonight

I don't know what got you so down

But my love

Tonight is your night

Let's lose ourselves tonight

And laugh

I can't stop myself from humming

I'm just so happy to be with you

Let's fly high into the sky

And take a walk on Cloud Nine

My love

Don't worry about a thing tonight

Do you feel like you're not good enough?

Oh my love

Tonight is your night

Let's lose ourselves tonight

And laugh

I've been there too

But please don't cry

Please don't be sad

Let's fill up your glass

You know you're good enough

Just the way you are, oh yeah

May the long nights keep you warm and cozy

As you rest beneath the stars

The glass of bubbles I poured for you

Is still dancing the night away

Okay.

Thank you, everyone.

That was "Champagne."

-We love it!

-It's amazing!

-Really?

-Yes!

Thank you.

This song is for all our loved ones.

It's a song that I hope

will remind your loved ones

that they're beautiful and good enough

after they've had a rough day.

I hope this song

will bring you some comfort

and let you forget

about your worries a little.

Did you see the short clip

before the song began?

This song actually has a music video.

It was directed by a rookie director.

I hope you enjoy it when it premieres.

I'm going to hop off again for a moment

to get ready for the next performance.

CONGRATULATORY MESSAGES

Hello.

This is Moon Sang-hoon from BDNS.

I'd like to congratulate Jung-seok

on his first showcase.

I hope the show will be a huge success.

Do you want to see something cool?

I can make little hearts here.

I'm sending lots of love.

Hello.

I'm Daengi's dad

from Cheonggyesan Daengi Records.

I've always been

a huge fan of Jung-seok's,

-and I heard he's debuting as a singer.

-What is that?

Congratulations on that.

And as always,

I'll send you my best wishes

from Cheonggyesan.

Go, Jung-seok!

Bye.

Hi, Jung-seok.

IU, SINGER

I know how difficult it is

to make an album,

so I feel for you,

but I also want to congratulate you.

I'm just so glad

that you put your voice out there.

I'm very happy for you.

Well done, and congratulations.

PARK HYO-SHIN, SINGER

I truly believe that the stories

that Jung-seok shares on stage

will be as precious as you expect.

He'll be sharing his dream

that he's had for a long time,

so I'm sure

it'll be a very special moment.

Good luck.

GUMMY, SINGER

Hello, rookie singer Cho Jung-seok.

Firstly, congratulations

on your dream coming true.

I honestly didn't expect you

to make such an amazing album

in such a short period of time.

Nor did I expect an opportunity like this.

I think you're incredible.

You're amazing, and

I hope that you enjoy the journey

so you can remember it fondly later.

And I'm sorry

that I couldn't help you more.

Good luck!

Hello, nice to meet you.

Hello, nice to meet you.

That's the loudest the crowd has been.

Of course.

"YOU ARE MY EVERYTHING" BY GUMMY

It's always been you

The only one who will come to me

With just a single touch

You can see it in my eyes

I hope it's not a fleeting moment

That passes by like the wind

I was a fool

I couldn't tell you sooner

I couldn't tell you that

You are my everything

Like destiny written in the stars

I was meant to find you

And fill my empty heart

With my love for you

You are my everything

Our love story hadn't begun

But I can say it now

This is a miracle no one else can have

You are my everything

The love my heart burns for

I'll stay right here

Even when the seasons change

Fill my empty heart

With my love for you

You are my everything

Thank you.

Thank you.

There's my dear mentor.

A DEEP BOW FOR HIS MENTOR

Goodness, you're so polite.

Please introduce yourself.

Hello, everyone.

I'm Gummy,

and I've been a singer for a while.

We're so honored to have you here.

You've observed my journey

more closely than anyone.

You've seen me work on my music.

Yes, I have.

I already knew

how passionate he was about music,

but I never knew he had such a talent

for writing songs as well.

Which song would you say is your favorite?

-I don't know.

-Okay.

I can't choose one.

Every song has its own story.

And a number of them made me cry

when I heard them.

I just teared up as soon as they started.

-Really?

-Yes.

Are you two this sweet at home too?

-We are.

-Really?

EXCEEDS HIS SWEETNESS TOLERANCE

Unbelievable.

He asked me this question all the time

while working on this album.

"Can I borrow your ears?"

"Are you busy, Ji-yeon?"

And how did you feel about that?

He would always ask me when I was swamped.

It would never stop.

Too many times.

Would you work on a song

with this rookie singer?

Absolutely.

That'd be amazing.

We talk about it all the time.

We said we should definitely do it

if the opportunity presents itself

and that we should write a song

that a lot of people can relate to.

But now that I've seen

what this rookie is capable of,

I'll be begging him to work with me.

Hang on. As a singer to another singer,

not a rookie to a veteran,

can I ask you to do something for me?

-Sure.

-Right now.

Okay.

-How can a rookie be so bold?

-I know.

He's not a rookie, is he?

He is a bit on the older side.

There's a song on her album

where I played the accompaniment.

Since I have a guitar here today,

-I was wondering

-Awesome!

Could you sing it for us?

I'll play the guitar.

Right on the spot?

-Will you play the guitar right now?

-Yes.

-Just like that?

-Goodness.

-This is completely unrehearsed.

-We didn't.

I've never seen them perform together.

Hanging up the laundry

"LOVE THIS ON" BY GUMMY

I stop and close my eyes

The sunlight caresses my face

And I kind of like it

I always liked the rain

Better than the sun

A scent carried by the wind

Calls for me

Maybe I should go outside and take a walk

I think for a moment

Where should I go?

Have the flowers bloomed?

Or have they wilted?

It's just the small things

But I'm still

So thankful for everything I feel

And everything that makes me feel

She told me she was nervous

right before going on stage.

She never gets nervous at her own shows.

She said that I was the star of the show,

so she didn't want to mess up.

She wanted to help.

That's what made her nervous.

Thank you.

Bravo.

-That was amazing.

-Goodness.

We haven't done this in a while.

That was "Love This On"

from Gummy's fifth album.

That's right.

Thank you so much

for being such a great audience.

It means a lot.

Thank you.

We have to move on with the showcase,

but we can't just

send Gummy off like this.

-Do you want to hear more?

-Yes!

Thank you so much.

I specifically requested this song.

It's my favorite song by Gummy.

THE ROOKIE SINGER'S REQUES

I wanted to hear her sing this.

Thank you, everyone.

Please send lots of love

to the rookie singer Jung-seok as well.

Thank you.

"Childish Adult," let's go!

"CHILDISH ADULT" BY GUMMY

Are you ready?

-Yes!

-Yes!

I'll let you start us off.

Let's hear it. One, two, three, four!

-I was told to behave

-Wow.

Like a good little kid

-So I did as I was told

-Wow.

But they got tired of me

Come on.

I admit, I was pretty easy

I stopped crying and smiled

When you gave me love

Love was like candy that made me behave

Let me hear you!

The sweet and fragrant taste

And my tongue tinged in a pretty shade

I was wrong to think

They were charms only I had

-Sing it.

-I was told to behave

Like a good little kid

So I did as I was told

But they got tired of me

I tried screaming

I tried pouting too

But I always end up crying

When a man says goodbye

When someone approaches me with curiosity

Then gets sick of me and leaves me

I forget about it like a child

And want to be loved again

I was told to behave

Like a good little kid

So I did as I was told

But they got tired of me

I tried screaming

I tried pouting too

But I always end up crying

When a man says goodbye

I won't ever trust another man

I won't ever let love hurt me again

I promise myself every night

But I can't live without love

My first love fooled me

And I moved on

But everyone lets go of me

And leaves me in the end

-I sigh every day

-Say, "Oh, yeah!"

-And tears fill my eyes

-Say, "Oh, yeah!"

Let me hear you!

Love makes me laugh and cry

Thank you!

-Great job.

-I was so nervous.

-Is your back okay?

-Yes, I'm fine.

-Well done.

-Good luck.

You got this.

All right.

Is everyone having a good time?

-Yes!

-Yes!

I'm pretty nervous up here,

but as long as you're having fun.

This next song is a bit more upbeat.

I'm hoping we can have some fun with it.

It's the only song

where you and I can become one

as we sing together

on today's setlist.

PREMIERING NOW

IS A SONG MADE FOR THE SHOWCASE

Every audience

expects some fun at a concert.

You'll need a song for that.

We know from experience

that you need an exciting song.

There are songs

that are meant to be listened to,

and then there are songs

that are meant to be performed.

-You have to have one.

-Really?

At least one fun song.

Everyone told me

I needed an exciting song,

so I decided to write one

that people can sing along to.

AND SO BEGAN HIS RIDE INTO THE WILDERNESS

So this one's a bit more upbeat.

I like it.

-It sounds complete.

-Really?

It's not complete yet,

but it'll make a great song.

CONFIRMED BY FRIENDS

Wow.

I can see the audience singing along

and waving their flags.

CONFIRMED BY THE COMPANY

SING-ALONG PART RECORDED

AND HERE IT IS

I need you to listen closely.

Your turn!

Mezzanine!

All right.

This is amazing.

We're singing together to a song I wrote.

I can't tell if I'm dreaming or not.

Anyway, I think you're all set,

so let's get started.

Let's sing our hearts out.

This one is called

"Wild Wild East."

"WILD WILD EAST" BY CHO JUNG-SEOK

MUSIC BY CHO JUNG-SEOK AND BERRY

LYRICS BY CHO JUNG-SEOK

Is it time to draw my secret weapon?

I got 12 b*ll*ts ready to go

Echo in my pocket, nobody knows

Comin' right back at you

Just try to have fun, it ain't no thing

Your worries are just a temporary haze

Keep that in mind, don't you forget

I'll make the magic

Just keep on riding

Riding the wind

Still got my 12 b*ll*ts on me

Ain't no time for resting

Just gotta keep going

Be dazzled by my feeling

Sing it!

GUITAR, BANDMASTER: PARK SHIN-WON

1ST KEYBOARD: CHON YONG-JUN

2ND KEYBOARD: KIM CHANG-HYUN

BASS: KIM EUN-SE

DRUMS: KIM JIN-HUN

Is it time to draw my secret weapon?

I got 12 b*ll*ts ready to go

Echo in my pocket, nobody knows

Comin' right back at you

Just try to have fun, it ain't no thing

Your worries are just a temporary haze

Keep that in mind, don't you forget

I'll make the magic

Just keep on riding

Riding the wind

Still got my 12 b*ll*ts on me

Ain't no time for resting

Just gotta keep going

Be dazzled by my feeling

I close my eyes and imagine a world

In the mirror of my heart

My scars of victory

My untold stories

Shrouded in veils

It flashes bright in this moment

Reload!

Just keep on riding

Riding the wind

Still got my 12 b*ll*ts on me

Ain't no time for resting

Just gotta keep going

Be dazzled by my feeling

-Yes.

-All right.

Gosh.

I have a question about the lyrics.

There's a mention of 12 b*ll*ts.

Do you mean the 12 zodiac signs

or something?

No, it's not that.

It's like how Admiral Yi Sun-sin said

he still had 12 ships left.

I wanted to say

that even when I'm utterly exhausted,

I still have secret weapons hidden away.

Twelve of them.

That's the meaning behind the 12 b*ll*ts.

That's very profound.

A lot of people worked hard

for Jung-seok to get here.

There's someone especially dear to me.

I actually wanted to say this.

I want to thank you so much

for working so hard on this project,

Moon Sang-hoon.

Thank you so much.

Also

You know I love you, right?

No, it's just

-I just

-And you were always so hard on me!

You'll know what we mean

when you watch the show.

I almost cried.

He almost had me.

I was like, "I did work my butt off."

These two are really good friends.

And Mr. Jung truly spared no effort.

He always cooked for us

because he wanted to feed

Jung-seok himself.

He was so good to us.

Happy now?

It's true though.

We just never thank each other

because we're so close

and it's embarrassing.

Sadly, we're down to our last song.

-Yes.

-Yes, we are.

Sadly, it's true.

The last song is called "Take It Slow."

I wrote it for my friends

who I've known since I was a teenager.

From when we were teens,

when we always made fun of each other,

through our twenties,

when we were all a bit lost,

up until now,

when we're all busy living our own lives,

I wanted to tell them we can take it

Don't cry!

You know

Even as I was writing this song

I promised myself

to perform my songs to their fullest

by keeping my emotions in check.

That's what I told myself,

but as I was telling the backstory

It's all right. You'll be fine.

The last song is great.

Jung-seok wrote

the heartfelt lyrics himself.

Please get ready

for your last performance.

-You should head backstage.

-Right.

We want to make sure that it's perfect.

I was worried about "Take It Slow"

because I started crying a couple of times

while rehearsing the song.

We had to pause because I choked up.

THE SONG THAT MAKES JUNG-SEOK EMOTIONAL

FIRST DAY OF REHEARSAL

I think I'm just at that age.

I'm going from my thirties into my forties

and taking on the role of a father.

I was thinking about those things

in addition to my friends.

I think it makes me so emotional

because I wrote it

at such a complex time in my life.

"We ran alongside and chased each other

toward the unknown."

It's always that part that gets me.

Then it happened again

as I was introducing the song.

I had to pull myself together

so I could give them a good performance.

I was worried

I might undercut the performance.

I didn't want to choke up

and start crying again.

I wanted the audience to hear it

the way I intended.

This was a song

that I really wanted them to hear,

so I had to do it right.

Did you enjoy the debut album showcase

of the rookie singer Cho Jung-seok?

-Yes!

-Yes!

Did you have fun?

-Yes!

-Yes!

Then I hope you'll enjoy

the last song too.

-"Can I Borrow You?"

-"Can I Have Your Ears?"

It's "Borrow Your Ears."

-"Can I"

-"Borrow Your Ears?"

-Thank you!

-Thank you!

"TAKE IT SLOW" BY CHO JUNG-SEOK

MUSIC AND LYRICS BY CHO JUNG-SEOK

Do you remember the days

Days we didn't know any better?

Just full of dreams

And carefree

You remember, don't you?

We ran alongside

And chased each other

Toward the unknown

At times, we stopped to catch our breath

Just like we do, just different days

Time may pass us by

And our paths may reach a crossroads

We may go separate ways

And the days, they pass by us

So fast

Let's not rush it

And take it slow

We run alongside

And chase each other

Toward the unknown

At times, we stop to catch our breath

Just like we did, just different days

Time may pass us by

Our paths may reach a crossroads

-And we may go separate ways

-I don't know why I'm tearing up.

-And these days

-What is it about this song?

They pass by us

So fast

Let's not rush it

And take it slow

Time may pass us by

And our paths may reach a crossroads

We may go separate ways

And these days, they pass by us

So fast

Let's not rush it

And take it slow

Let's

Take it

Slow

I got to sing my own songs

to this fantastic audience.

I was so grateful.

This was something I'd only dreamed of.

It was like I had a wonderful dream.

I remember everything.

And everyone.

All the musicians and other guests.

They all flashed before my eyes.

That concludes the showcase

of the rookie singer Cho Jung-seok.

Thank you for your support.

Thank you so much.

Oh, right.

I forgot to say one thing.

I love you.

THANK YOU FOR THE MUSIC

When the screen closed in front of me,

it truly dawned on me.

My 100-day journey has come to an end.

I'm happy with the results.

Feeling the audience's gaze and breath

as they listened to my songs

felt even better than I ever imagined.

I loved it so much.

THE 100-DAY JOURNEY COMES TO AN END

You weren't too shabby, Jung-seok.

The audience loved your performance.

You didn't do so bad.

So have more faith in yourself

and keep on making music

with a happy heart.

You did well in those 100 days.

Thanks for everything.

-You were amazing.

-That was so good.

-You were so amazing.

-You didn't cry.

We were weeping backstage.

I'm most grateful for the two Sang-hoons.

You should never forget

to appreciate your close friends.

And I have so much

to thank Jung Sang-hoon for.

MR. JUNG WAS ALWAYS BY JUNG-SEOK'S SIDE

Moon Sang-hoon too, of course.

Mr. Moon.

ALTHOUGH IT WAS AWKWARD AT FIRS

MR. MOON NEVER STOPPED

SUPPORTING THE ROOKIE SINGER

With some lyrics,

-I think it'll sound amazing.

-That's good.

They were the best supporters

I could ask for

who were there

just for me.

-Encore!

-Encore!

I want to thank them

for the unforgettable memories.

-Congratulations on your debut

-Congratulations on your debut

AND THE FRIENDS

WHO ARE WITH HIM UNTIL THE END

-Rookie singer Cho Jung-seok

-It's a one.

-Congratulations on your debut

-Congratulations on your debut

Thank you, everyone.

-Thanks.

-Cho Jung-seok!

-Cho Jung-seok!

-Cho Jung-seok!

Thank you for all the special memories.

All right. Thank you!

One, two, three.

This is the final slate.

A-List to Playlist.

One, two, three!

ANY PLANS FOR A SECOND ALBUM?

A second album?

I'd go on a second honeymoon before that.

My first album isn't even out yet.

A SECOND ALBUM?

-Maybe later.

-He'll make it on that trip.

-Sorry?

-Yes.

Yes, I'll make it on my second honeymoon.

Anyway

COMING UP NEX

THE FULL "CHAMPAGNE" MUSIC VIDEO

As the champagne pops to a fizz

It brings a smile to your face

Let's drink the night away

You've got to let loose sometimes

My love

Don't worry about a thing tonight

I don't know what got you so down

But my love

Tonight is your night

Let's lose ourselves tonight

And laugh

You're home so early.

-How come you're back already?

-Work ended early.

Really?

What's that?

-Champagne?

-Yeah.

No way.

-You said you wanted some.

-Oh my gosh.

What should we eat with it?

Come on.

I can't stop myself from humming

I'm just so happy to be with you

Let's fly high into the sky

And take a walk on Cloud Nine

My love

Don't worry about a thing tonight

Do you feel like you're not good enough?

Oh my love

Tonight is your night

Let's lose ourselves tonight

And laugh

I've been there too

But please don't cry

Please don't be sad

Let's fill up your glass

You know you're good enough

Just the way you are, oh yeah

May the long nights keep you warm and cozy

As you rest beneath the stars

The glass of bubbles I poured for you

Is still dancing the night away

There's this idea that came up

-when we were discussing show titles.

-Tell me.

-"Bach, Handel, and Cho Jung-seok."

-Let's go.

-Mr. Jung.

-Hey.

What happened to my chair?

What? What chair?

It's hard as hell.

What's going on here?

You said you ordered a new one.

There's a spider here, or gummy in Korean.

-Hey, Ji-yeon.

-Wow, dude.

Get her on the camera right now.

What are you doing here?

You didn't have to come.

Thank you.

-Wait, were you listening?

-Not at all.

Can I have some privacy here?

I was just

I thought this would be kept

as a touching surprise for you.

Let's give IU a round of applause.

Thank you.

One, two, three.

-Dae-myeung.

-Yes?

-Thank you.

-Happy birthday!

-Thank you!

-Happy birthday.

Come in, Mr. Moon.

Hello.

Is this funny to you?

-Not at all. Sorry. Let me start over.

-Okay.

-Okay.

-Hold on.