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        Golden Child's Hong JooChan: The Vocal Genius

        With a technique so brilliant and a tone so soothing, Golden Child's Hong JooChan is truly befitting of the term "vocal genius".

        Michael Albert, Kpopmap Editor
        3 min to read  ·  Published : Oct 20, 2022
        Golden Child's Hong JooChan: The Vocal Genius

        WOOLLIM Entertainment

        There are idols who can be classified as vocal geniuses because of how beautifully well they sing, how brilliant their technique is, how amazingly well they use their voice to convey the right emotions of the song, and how seamlessly their vocals can fit into any kind of genre or concept and still hold a level of power and clarity that is truly unmatched. These are some of the traits that vocal geniuses possess, traits that many have come to see and appreciate in Golden Child's Hong JooChan.

        Hong JooChan's voice is heaven. Listening to him sing puts you in that imaginative state of pure bliss, where all the worries are cast away and you suddenly feel like you're slowly riding on a soft pink cloud as the baby Angels gently serenade you with their melodic voices. Beautifully melodic, in any kind of genre, and regardless of the message or concept, Hong JooChan sings to feed the soul.

        A voice that truly deserves to be on the OST of every K-Drama, he has a very unique and special way of engaging and enthralling the minds of his listener, making them feel connected to every word he sings and at the end, fully understand his message and appreciate it.

        With a long playlist of beautiful songs and covers which he has blessed fans with. here are some of our absolute favorites and ones that truly prove he is a vocal genius.

         

        1. Charlie Puth - 'Attention'

        From the very first note, you're awe-stricken by his voice. That little melodic run! It sends shivers. Hong JooChan's voice is as sweet and pure as honey. Listening to him is such a delectable experience. His vocalization is great and he never strains his vocals too hard to hit any note, as he knows his range and applies his mastered technique. Another aspect that makes this performance truly noteworthy is his facial expression. All throughout, he has this soft and tender look on his face that is almost in clear contrast to the powerful notes he belts. It is intriguing and even though you understand the message of the song, you just want to know more, the stories that lays in his beautiful mind.

         

        2. SHINee's JongHyun - 'End of a day'

        Music that feeds the soul! Hong JooChan's vocals in this performance is like a warm blanket to shield you from the cold, a hand outstretched to lift you from the ground, and a hug that reassures you and commends you. He sings with so much power and emotions, it is not hard to see and feel the message he tries to convey with this cover performance. Strong, determined, raw, and yet so graceful and beautiful, his vocal technique is in full display here as he uses his tone in a way that makes every note and line he sings hits the right emotions of his listener. And at 4:10, during the piano solo, his expressions show you how immersed he is in this performance. A beautiful masterpiece that both SHAWOL and Goldenness will appreciate.

         

        3. IU - Through The Night'

        Chills! And then a standing ovation. Hong JooChan is truly a rare gem. His voice is so soothing but still has a very youthful and bright feel to it. There is a level of sincerity and innocence in his voice that is quite similar to that of a young child. It is angelic and pure. It is transcending. Elevating your mind to a state of bliss and surreal serenity. For however duration he sings, nothing else matters. You're just here, in this precious moment with him.

        He is not just a vocal genius but an all-around musical genius as his vocals is not the only musical instrument he uses to thrill and excite fans. He is also a gifted pianist, violinist, and Guitarist. Check out some of these jaw-dropping performances below.

        Which of these performances is your favorite? Are there others you'd like to recommend to our readers? Let us know in the comment section below.

         

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