Yu Huiyeol's Sketchbook (You Hee-yeol's Sketchbook / 유희열의 스케치북)

Hello, it's nice to meet you.

Welcome to Sketchbook, everyone.

I'm Yu Hui Yeol.

When I was in junior high school,

I saved up my pocket money and went to a band's concert.

After watching the concert,

I thought they were so cool.

I became a music fan...

and decided to become a musician.

I even visited the band's house later on.

I left some gifts there.

When I heard the news that they decided to split up,

I cried a lot.

I was once a big fan of some musicians.

The reason why I'm telling you this story is...

because I'm happy to introduce this singer.

"Don't worry about a thing, my dear".

He gives comfort to people...

only with his voice.

It is not too much to state...

that he is a legendary singer.

Once you see him, you will be surprised...

by his appearance rather than his voice though.

He is a legend.

The word just suits him. Let me introduce...

the kingpin of Korean rock music.

He is Jeon In Gwon.

I can't hear you.

Let's all sing together.

Thank you.

It was when I was 25 years old.

So it was...

about...

40 years ago.

There was this guy...

who wrote the song I wanted in Sinchon.

His name was Cho Duck Hwan.

Duck Hwan...

died...

about two weeks ago.

He was a member of Deulgukhwa.

I will sing "Till the Morning Breaks"...

which was written by Cho Duck Hwan.

As you all know, I'm not the one who sings...

in such a whaling voice.

Back when I was 18,

the songs that I enjoyed singing...

were soft and mostly adored by women.

Anyway, let me bring you one of those.

We witnessed the harmony of fellow artists of different eras.

Please welcome soulful vocalists Jeon In Gwon and Kim Feel.

Hello, everyone. I'm Jeon In Gwon.

Hi, I'm Kim Feel.

As you all know, In Gwon recently...

sang Korean national anthem in Gwanghwamun.

And...

it's safe to say that many people,

the people of Korea to be exact,

were comforted and moved by it.

Was it you who decided to sing that?

Yes, it was.

When the Sewol Ferry incident occurred...

a few years ago. - Yes.

I wanted to sing the national anthem...

with no accompaniment in the most heartbreaking way.

The national anthem? - Yes.

The song touched me in a different way.

Even though we've been singing the anthem since kindergarten,

hearing it at that moment stirred something deep inside.

What's it like to sing in front of a million people?

I was overwhelmed. - I see.

I was hoping that everyone there...

was on the same page in terms of grief.

The stage there needed no lights.

Right. - The audience all had candles.

That's right... - Yes.

but there still were lights. - I see.

I'm sorry. My apologies.

I hear that you're awfully busy.

How hectic is your schedule?

I do have many gigs lined up,

but they're all interviews so I don't get paid much.

Goodness.

I have a feeling that we'll have a rocky show.

Anyway, let's go to Feel. It's his second time on this show.

Today he's with Jeon In Gwon,

but the first time he accompanied Kim Chang Wan...

on this stage. - That's right.

Those are our two legendary artists.

So what's your honest take on this situation?

Don't tell me you feel a sense of shame.

Please be honest with me.

Twice in a row, you've accompanied legends.

It isn't an easy task.

Meanwhile, isn't it satisfying too?

We carefully hand picked you...

to collaborate with these artists. - Yes.

It's an honor,

but I couldn't sleep the nights before because I was too nervous.

It's because you were worrying.

Don't worry. Next time we'll let you perform with Yang Hee Eun.

We'll set that up.

Why don't you make a new segment?

I'd be happy to keep reviving this role.

"Feel and the Legends". - That's right.

That'd be great.

Out of all the artists of this present day,

he's one of the most exceptional vocalists.

I know. So Feel, didn't you once do a cover of...

"Don't Worry, My Dear". - Right.

Where was it? - On an audition program.

On "Superstar K"? - Yes.

In Gwon, have you ever heard that cover song?

I listened to it almost immediately.

What did you think? - I even...

posted his song on a music website...

saying that I wrote such a beautiful...

and charming song.

Basically, you bragged.

Yes, I praised my song.

No, I'm just kidding.

I praised Feel's talents. - Of course.

One of Feel's nicknames is MST.

"A Man with a Sexy Tone".

Do you think that's fitting?

He tends to slightly use a nasal voice,

but he's very talented. - Really?

Feel, so how did you first start music?

I started dreaming of becoming an artist...

by watching those on TV.

I was born and raised in Gyeongsang Province.

In Jinju. - That's right.

I came to Seoul and...

With no plan? - Kind of.

I only had one which was to study...

practical music in college.

If that's the case,

then how did you pay for things?

I gave singing lessons...

and worked as a demo singer...

for artists that are still famous today.

Did you also sometimes sing at certain events?

Well, normally,

I performed at a jazz club there. - Oh, in Samcheong-dong.

I actually saw In Gwon then.

It was right across the street from In Gwon's place.

It was right by his place? - Yes.

Well, that's not where I live.

You probably thought so because I was there a lot.

Yes, I saw you at the bus stop. - That's right.

I used to stand there every day. - Yes.

Why were you standing at the bus stop?

I'm not sure. I don't know why I did that.

I used to perform at live clubs like that.

I did it for a long time, from when I was 22 to 29.

That is a long time. - Yes.

Then he ended up participating in the audition show, "Superstar K".

You were considered old among the contestants. How old were you then?

Yes, that's right. I was 29 years old then.

That's old for auditions. - Yes.

What motivated you to apply?

I really thought of it as the last chance to challenge myself.

I said this numerous times on the show.

"If..."

"I don't achieve anything through this show, I don't think..."

"I can pursue music anymore."

I felt as if I was holding onto the last thread of hope.

And it turned out so well. - I'm very grateful.

I realized that these two share something in common.

I'll tell you what it is. They have sung many songs about youth.

Both of them have.

Who's your favourite musician? Can you think of one?

My favourite musician is the current music director...

of Yu Hui Yeol's Sketchbook.

His name is Kang Seung Won, and I really like him.

He's our music director, Kang Seung Won.

I like him a lot because...

he used to be a huge fan of me.

I'm serious.

I know that it's true. I just don't know what to say.

Our music director is indeed a big fan of In Gwon.

Is that why you like him?

But one day,

I happened to listen to a song called "Around 30".

That song...

touched my heart more deeply...

than any other songs I've heard.

Before that, I used to like pop songs such as "Yesterday",

but that was no longer necessary.

I thought, I should sing "Around 30" instead.

That's why you like Seung Won. - Yes.

As you know, "Around 30" is the late musician Kim Kwang Seok's song.

Our music director wrote the song.

I see.

I must say that Sketchbook...

is such a remarkable show.

You're saying that because Seung Won is a fan of yours, right?

Yes. We like each other.

Since we're talking about "Around 30" anyway...

I can't quite picture what In Gwon's version of the song would be like.