Im Chang-jung Returns to Korea Sings After Four-Year Hiatus

Singer Im Chang-jung made a guest appearance on the 2,190th episode of KBS 1TV’s ‘Korea Sings’, performing in Yeongdong County, North Chungcheong Province, in a broadcast that aired on November 8, 2026.

The appearance marked Im Chang-jung’s return to the program after a four-year hiatus, following his participation in the 2022 year-end finals, as reported by Sports Chosun and Star Today. The Yeongdong County episode took place on a special stage set up at the Healing Plaza of the Rainbow Healing Tourist Site, featuring 16 competing teams that had advanced to the finals.

Im Chang-jung Performs on ‘Korea Sings’ Stage

Are you saying you can’t lose weight or you won’t lose weight? There’s no fat you can’t lose, you three-meal person—it’s that you won’t lose it, you won’t lose it

Im Chang Jung, Singer

Described as a big brother-style blunt encouragement song, the track wittily addresses modern realities while bringing energetic charm.

Im Chang-jung Returns to Korea Sings After Four-Year Hiatus
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Singer’s Performance Draws Judge’s Reaction

As the semi-trot performance concluded, a judge’s panel sound effect rang out across the venue, as detailed by Starnews and Sports Chosun.

At least it’s the encouragement prize,

Im Chang Jung, Singer

MC Nam Heeseok responded to the moment by stating, I’m looking forward to what kind of prize Im Chang Jung will receive. Other musical acts appearing as guest singers on the same episode included Kim Yong-im opening with The Best Woman Ever, Kim Yu-ra performing Love Like Ink, Son Hee-joo showcasing The Man Behind the Veil, and Kim Yong Bin closing out the episode with You Are the Only One.

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