Lyn and Jo Jae-joo Win 'Immortal Songs' with Captivating Duet Performance

Lyn (44), who divorced Lee Soo last August after 11 years of marriage, has claimed victory with Jo Jae-joo (40) in a duet version of 'The Wind Blows'.

The 742nd episode of 'Immortal Songs', aired on January 31, featured a special '2026 Oh My Star' edition. Five teams, including Aiki, Lee Hae, Park Jin-joo, Min Kyung-ah, Im Han-byul, HYNN (Park Hye-won), Jung Seung-hwan, Jongho (ATEEZ), Lyn, and Jo Jae-joo, took the stage to showcase their talents. The nationwide viewership rating was 5.4%.

This special episode brought together 10 teams of top performers from various genres, including Kim Kwang-jin X WOODZ, Seo Moon-tak X KARDI, Lyn X Jo Jae-joo, Im Han-byul X HYNN, Jang Dong-woo X Serim & Taeyoung (CRAVITY), Kim Young-im X Shin Seung-tae, Jung Seung-hwan X Jongho (ATEEZ), Aiki X Lee Hae, Park Jin-joo X Min Kyung-ah, and Han Moon-chul (Hanhae X Moon Se-yoon). Notably, WOODZ, who gained fame through 'Immortal Songs', returned to the stage after two years. WOODZ expressed gratitude for the opportunity, saying, "I recently became a contender for first place on music shows, experiencing moments I never imagined."

The first performers were Aiki X Lee Hae, who chose Kim Wan-sun's 'The Pierrot Laughs at Us'. Their dramatic opening and powerful performance captivated the audience. Aiki X Lee Hae, who recently ventured into musicals, impressed with their strong vocals and dynamic stage presence. Dancer Hyojin Choi added to the excitement by supporting them with enthusiastic reactions. Jung Seung-hwan praised, "I was amazed by their singing skills. It felt like watching a show."

Next, Park Jin-joo X Min Kyung-ah performed WOODZ's 'Drowning', transforming the rock sound into beautiful harmonies. Their clear voices filled the stage, enhancing the song's atmosphere. WOODZ complimented, "If my version feels like the sea, theirs is like a mountain view. It was a refreshing take." Aiki X Lee Hae won the first round.

Im Han-byul X HYNN followed with Kim Bum-soo's 'Last Love', showcasing their powerful vocals and emotional depth. Their seamless vocal control and emotional exchange highlighted the song's poignancy. Jongho praised, "I couldn't close my mouth in awe." Im Han-byul X HYNN claimed victory, stopping Aiki X Lee Hae's winning streak.

Jung Seung-hwan X Jongho (ATEEZ) performed IU's 'Child and the Sea', delivering a warm and comforting message. Their harmonious blend of voices, accompanied by an orchestra, created a dreamlike atmosphere. WOODZ praised, "It was a mesmerizing performance." However, Im Han-byul X HYNN continued their winning streak with a second victory.

The final performance of part one was Lyn X Jo Jae-joo's rendition of Lee So-ra's 'The Wind Blows'. Lyn's delicate voice and Jo Jae-joo's powerful tone brought the song's melancholy to life. Their emotional exchange captivated the audience, creating a scene reminiscent of a black-and-white film. Park Jin-joo expressed gratitude, "I'm thankful to hear this live."

Lyn and Jo Jae-joo stopped Im Han-byul and HYNN's three-win streak, claiming the final victory of part one.

Tae Yuna, Ten Asia Reporter youyou@tenasia.co.kr