A-List to Playlist (2024) s01e08 Episode Script

1
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.
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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-HO 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 gun 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 balls
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 goddamn 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 bomb
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 killed 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-ho'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 bullets 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 bullets 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 bullets 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 bullets 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 bullets 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 bullets.
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 bullets.
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.
Subtitle translation by: Yenny Kang