Here are some of his songs and performances that you will enjoy.
1. ‘I’ll Meet You At Midnight’
This performance showed a young Sam Kim and his vibrant stage energy that the audience feeds off of. The slow build-up at the start led to the infusion of the jazzy sing-along rhythm that would make you, a viewer, bop your head to the beat. With intonations so clear, his harmonies are made even more beautiful, and the way he switches his tone with just a breath is something so special. Showing off his guitar skills, he makes this performance even more enjoyable, giving the same vibe one would feel on a night out with friends, enjoying good food and drinks at a jive bar.
2. ‘Make Up’ ft Crush
One of the key charms of Sam Kim’s voice is his ability to convey his emotions through his voice so seamlessly. Even without watching this music video, from his vocals, his intonations, and his melodies, you can tell or at least have an idea of what he is feeling when he sings every word.
3. ‘Breathe’
His vocalization at the beginning sounds like something you’d imagine a siren sounding like. Soft yet so powerful, he doesn’t show off his iconic range but even in this gentle tone, his vocals are still able to grip our minds. Conveying the emotions of the characters in this series. Their pain, the struggles, the love, and the solace they find in each other’s arms. And just like the story characters, through this song, the listeners can find a sense of healing and comfort in his vocals.
4. ‘Who Are You’ - “Goblin” OST
Perhaps one of the best OSTs we have ever heard, Sam Kim held nothing back, vocally with this song and his sheer desire to make the listeners feel the emotions the characters felt in that moment. The song is so powerful that whenever it comes on, your mind takes you back to the series and scenes from it. Goosebumps all around, Sam Kim’s vocal technique is a mastered art form as he is so unique in his sound. Owning his gift and using it with so much precision and clarity to communicate with his audience, he might just hum, and that would be enough for you to nod in an understanding of his message.
5. ‘Butter’
Just when you think Butter cannot get sweeter, Sam Kim adds his sugary vocals to it and you feel like “Oh, it can!”. Definitely one of the best and most unique covers of the song we have heard. He doesn’t just take the song and perform it as it is but he also adds his own flavors, switching up the tunes and melodies, and adding a bit of flair with his guitar strings too.
6. ‘The Juice’
Sam Kim’s voice sounds like something you would hear on vinyl. We have mentioned earlier that there are various layers to his vocals and in this song, his vocals have an old school to it that makes his song so comfortable to listen to. In this song he plays so much with his tone and rhythm, part of why it makes it so catchy and interesting to listen to. His vocal stability even when showcasing his impeccable range is quite amazing. This is a good feel song that one would definitely not get tired of listening, one that when it comes on randomly, your mood feels even brighter and better.
7. ‘It’s You’ ft ZICO
Listening to his song would be perfect for a date at the park staring at the beautiful sunset with your lover. With his vocals, Sam Kim makes even the simplest moments feel amazing. His voice is what the relationship guru recommended because it can put you in a space where you feel even more connected with your lover. With lyrics that are very relatable, he speaks of a young lover who tries to find out if his crush likes him or not. Zico’s brilliant infusion of his rap verse was the perfect fit for this song. His flows were cool and tight, adding an extra element that elevated the feel of this music.
8. ‘WHERE’S MY MONEY’
Oh, the vocal harmonies! It is very rare to see an artist who fully understands his own technique and is able to show off various concepts of his style without deviating from its core originality. Sam Kim’s sound is truly one of a kind, his energy with his song is something that listeners can easily resonate with or feed off from. Fun and jovial, watching this video and seeing how in truly happy and in his element he looks, makes it even more endearing. We cannot ask where our money is because we have bet it all on Sam Kim one day becoming a global superstar. Which of these Sam Kim songs is your favorite? Or do you have any you’d like to recommend our reader? Let us know in the comments section below. 9 Hidden Male Vocal Gems In K-Pop (Part 1) KPOP STORIES|Feb 3, 2022
