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    심수봉 – 그때 그사람 (The Person Back Then, 1978) | A Trot Ballad Masterpiece

    September 28, 2025 - By kpopbro

    그때 그사람 – 심수봉(Sim Soo-bong) 🌟 Introduction In 1978, Sim Soo-bong (심수봉) released “그때 그사람 (The Person Back Then)”, a song that became one of her signature hits.With its heartfelt lyrics and emotional delivery, the track captured the sorrow and longing of love lost, establishing Sim Soo-bong as one of…

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    조성모 – 아시나요 (Do You Know, 2000) | The Ballad King’s Masterpiece

    September 28, 2025 - By kpopbro

    아시나요 – 조성모(Jo Sung-mo) 🌟 Introduction In 2000, Jo Sung-mo (조성모) released “아시나요 (Do You Know)”, a ballad that showcased his unmatched vocal power and emotional delivery.Known as the “King of Ballads” in Korea, Jo Sung-mo solidified his status as one of the defining voices of the early 2000s with…

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    투투(Two Two) – 일과 이분의 일 (1994) | The Fresh Youth Anthem of 90s K-pop

    September 23, 2025 - By kpopbro

    일과 이분의 일 – 투투(Two Two) 🌟 Introduction In 1994, Two Two (투투) released “일과 이분의 일 (One and a Half)” as the title track of their debut album.The song’s cheerful rhythm, innocent lyrics, and unique co-ed group style made it an instant hit across Korea.It wasn’t just a pop…

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    마로니에 – 칵테일 사랑 (1994) | The Sweetest Acoustic Love Song of 90s Korea

    September 21, 2025 - By kpopbro

    칵테일 사랑 (Cocktail Love) – 마로니에 (Marronnier) 🌟 Introduction In 1994, Marronnier (마로니에) released “칵테일 사랑 (Cocktail Love)”, a track that quickly became one of Korea’s most cherished love songs.With its acoustic guitar melody, soft vocals, and innocent lyrics, the song captured the pure and dreamy feeling of young romance.…

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