J.Y. Park and Kim Wan-sun team up for a synth-pop revival set to debut on November 20, celebrating the iconic 1980s era

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South Korean entertainment company, JYP Entertainment, has announced the forthcoming release of "Changed Man," a collaborative single by renowned K-pop figures J.Y. Park and Kim Wan-sun. The song is scheduled for release on November 20 and will revive the synth-pop sound synonymous with the 1980s, fitting perfectly with Kim Wan-sun's celebrated career from that era.

Kim Wan-sun made her debut in 1986 and rose to prominence during the 1980s and 1990s, captivating audiences with her sensational concepts and charismatic performances. Her most significant hit, "Pierrot Smiles at Us," released in 1991, continues to endure through remakes and cover performances by contemporary artists. 

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J.Y. Park, also known as Park Jin-young, is the founder and executive producer of JYP Entertainment, a company housing popular K-pop groups such as Twice and Stray Kids. His solo debut occurred in 1994, leading to unparalleled stardom with mega-hits like "Don't Leave Me," "The House You Live in," "Who's Your Mama," and "Honey." Over the past two decades, he has also played a pivotal role in producing renowned K-pop groups, including the Wonder Girls, 2PM, GOT7, and Twice, cementing his status as one of the industry's most sought-after producers.

On a recent appearance on tvN's "You Quiz on the Block," J.Y. Park introduced "Changed Man" and explained the meaning behind the title. He stated, "The name, 'Changed Man,' signifies that 'I've changed.' I used to be such a troublemaker in the past, but I'm not anymore. I don't act the same now. But ... inside, I'm still like this. I don't do bad things, but I think about them, and I feel guilty. The song reflects such thoughts."

The music video for "Changed Man" will feature Kim Wan-sun alongside J.Y. Park, portraying a couple and evoking '80s nostalgia with iconic dance moves from the era. This release marks J.Y. Park's first song in a year since "Grove Back (feat. Gaeko)."

J.Y. Park plans to celebrate the '80s-themed sensation with a series of annual concerts titled "80's Night." These standalone concerts will take place in Seoul on December 30-31, providing fans with a memorable way to close out the year.

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