One Song, Three Voices—Infinite Emotions
As April’s Netizen Awards heat up, three beloved K-pop trot singers — Hwang Youngwoong, Park Changgeun, and Lim Youngwoong — are melting hearts by performing the same classic ballad in their own signature styles. The song in question? Yeo Jin’s timeless hit, ‘Only Longing Piles Up’, a piece that has now touched fans in three entirely different ways.
Hwang Youngwoong: A Voice Like a Faded Love Letter
Hwang Youngwoong’s rendition hits like a thick fog slowly seeping into the soul. His deep, husky voice blends sorrow and warmth, leaving listeners with a quiet ache. One fan described it best: “His voice is golden all by itself.” It’s a performance that feels like flipping through a stack of old letters — heartfelt and unforgettable.
Park Changgeun: Pure and Healing
Park Changgeun offered a cleaner, more stripped-down take. His voice flows like clear water — delicate, yet penetrating. The raw emotion and restrained delivery brought a cathartic peace. Instead of overwhelming, it gently soothed. The beauty lay in the simplicity, offering what felt like healing through harmony.
Lim Youngwoong: Pure Emotion, No Frills
Meanwhile, Lim Youngwoong quietly captured hearts without needing grand gestures. His honest interpretation poured ‘longing’ directly into every note, summoning long-lost memories for many listeners. One fan perfectly summed it up: “It’s not a song — it’s a piece of his heart.” His presence may be soft, but the emotional pull is undeniable.
Different Temperatures, Shared Emotions
Three artists. One melody. And remarkably distinct styles. Despite singing the same song, their individual colors radiated through, each offering a fresh wave of emotion. Their versions subtly proved why these singers remain beloved by fans across generations.
One fan said, “Each version has its own charm—I can’t skip a single one.” Their voices seemed to fly from different directions, only to land softly on the same emotion: ‘longing.’ In that moment, fans weren’t just listening. They were feeling, remembering, and connecting—together.
Award Show Race Heats Up
At the time of reporting (April 15, 6:52 PM KST), Hwang Youngwoong leads the Netizen Awards’ Male Singer category with 53,389 votes. Park Changgeun follows at 10th place with 3,531 votes, while Lim Youngwoong is at 20th with 59 votes. All eyes are now on these three stars as fans eagerly anticipate the final results at the end of the month.
