On KBS Radio Cool FM's Park Myung Soo's Radio Show, Sunmi gave fans a glimpse into her world, revealing the surprising reason behind her decision to decline an offer to record the award-winning "Song of the Year."
Despite the song's subsequent success and multiple Daesang awards earned by the group that eventually took it on, Sunmi remains unwavering in her belief that it was the right choice.
Sunmi Opens Up About Declining ‘Song of the Year’ Track Offer With Park Myung Soo
Sunmi's comeback interview with Park Myung Soo highlights her revelation about a significant declined track.
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The song in question, "Love Dive" by the formidable fourth-generation girl group IVE, went on to earn "Song of the Year" accolades at prestigious year-end ceremonies throughout 2022.
It includes the MAMA Awards, Melon Music Awards, Golden Disc Awards, and the Asia Artist Awards, among others.
Sunmi disclosed that she had been offered the opportunity to record the track before IVE took it under their wings.
Sunmi expressed her initial admiration for the song, acknowledging its potential for success.
However, her reason for ultimately declining the offer was rooted in her desire to avoid what she considered a "cliché" route. She believed the song would find its perfect home within a girl group's rendition and decided against recording it herself.
"It's a really good song, and when I heard it, I thought it would do very well if my fellow girl group friends performed it. I thought it'd be too cliché for me to do it," Sunmi candidly shared during the interview.
Sunmi on IVE's ‘Love Dive’ Success: No Room for Envy in My 17-Year Career
When Park Myung Soo inquired whether Sunmi felt envious witnessing IVE's monumental triumph with "Love Dive," the seasoned idol gave a remarkably mature response.
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Sunmi, who boasts a 17-year career in the industry, brushed off the notion of jealousy, highlighting that it's not becoming to harbor such feelings towards other artists' success.
"Not at all. I've been in the industry for 17 years. And it's not nice to get jealous about other artists succeeding," Sunmi asserted with wisdom.
In the midst of this insightful interview, Sunmi also offered a rare glimpse into her involvement in the writing and composition of her songs, providing fans with an exclusive look at her most profitable creations.
Sunmi's decision to decline the "Song of the Year" has not only earned her respect for her artistic integrity but also revealed her humility and maturity in celebrating the success of her fellow artists.
With her new EP and an enduring legacy, Sunmi continues to captivate audiences both on and off the stage, proving herself as a truly extraordinary figure in the K-pop world.
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Madison Cullen wrote this.