In a moving revelation on MBN’s “King of Singers” aired on February 13th, Kang Hye-yeon addressed her previous financial struggles and offered an emotional apology to her parents. Throughout her career, she accrued a significant debt which she has now settled.
During her performance, Kang Hye-yeon chose to sing “Bring Back Youth” by Shin Haeng-il, dedicating the song to her parents as a gesture of her remorse and appreciation for their support over the years. Kang recounts the financial burden she shouldered, revealing, “My parents supported me a lot because I wanted to do music since I was little. During the last settlement when I was in a girl group, the debt exceeded 100 million won per person.”
Kang Hye-yeon continues to express her gratitude and sorrow: “Until then, it hurts my heart because my parents provided financial support. I feel most sorry to my mother when I was an idol. Didn’t my mom and dad sacrifice their youth for me? I want to repay them well since I’m doing well now.”
Despite her heartfelt performance, Kang Hye-yeon narrowly missed the spot among the top 7 national representatives, ranking 8th and thus being eliminated from the competition. The first-place victory was awarded to Jeon Eugene.
Overwhelmed with gratitude, a tearful Jeon Eugene expressed, “Just coming this far is a great joy and gift for me, but receiving such a big prize makes me feel that I need to work harder in the future. Thanks to the fans who gave me the courage to stand on stage again, I came this far. I am grateful.“
Source: Nate
FAQ – Kang Hye-yeon’s Debt Settlement and Apology
- What was Kang Hye-yeon’s debt amount?
- Her debt amounted to over 100 million won.
- Why did Kang Hye-yeon acquire such significant debt?
- The debt was accumulated during her time in the girl group EXID.
- How did Kang Hye-yeon express her feelings regarding the debt and her parents?
- Through her performance on “King of Singers,” she chose to sing a song that reflected her apologies and gratitude to her parents for their support throughout her music career.
- Did Kang Hye-yeon advance in the competition on ‘King of Singers’?
- No, she ranked 8th and was eliminated from the competition.
- Who won the top place on the show?
- Jeon Eugene won the top place on that day’s episode of “King of Singers.”
Conclusion
Former EXID member Kang Hye-yeon’s journey reflects the hardships often faced by artists in the music industry. Her story reveals the personal sacrifices made by both the artists and their families. Clearing a significant debt and making amends with her family, she demonstrated resilience and responsibility. Despite not securing a place among the top national representatives on “King of Singers,” Kang Hye-yeon’s determination and gratitude towards her parents left a memorable impression on viewers and fans alike.