4 Songs of Sam Kim
FOR YOU TO FALL IN LOVE WITH
ARCHANA LAKRA
Three years ago when Sam was jamming with his friends and wrote “ Love me like that ”, forging a song out of his raw emotions , he probably didn ’ t think that , one day , millions of fans around the world would be singing along with him .
The mesmerizing voice behind the OST of Netflix ’ s viral summer drama Nevertheless is not a new name in industry . But he certainly is not as well known as he should , given his talent .
Born and raised in the US , Sam is known for a voice that exudes intimacy and is capable of feeling personal to the listener . After moving to Korea at 15 , he became the runner-up in the 3rd season of Kpop Star , and was signed by Antenna music . He has a studio album “ Sun and Moon ”, and an EP “ I Am Sam ”, as well as multiple singles under his belt .
But if you don ’ t know him , where do you start ? With the songs described below .
Mama Don ’ t Worry A song that goes straight to your heart , Sam Kim wrote this one for his mom . From the EP , “ I Am Sam ”, this song was a letter to his mom , written when he came to Korea leaving his family behind .
“ Seoul night , a night across the ocean Even if you ’ re far away , we ’ re happy Missing you tonight , wondering about you tonight
Wherever you are , we ’ re happy So mama don ’ t worry So mama don ’ t worry ”
Needless to say , if you ’ re feeling homesick , you ’ ll find a friend in this song .
MAKE UP This 2018 release is all about making up after a fight . It explores the terrible feeling of seeing your beloved crying because of you , and trying your best to make things right . Singer-songwriter Crush blends pretty well with Sam , but without being overtaken . He stands out , a perfect foil to Sam ’ s honeyed vocals .
“ Yeah , I ’ ll do better , yeah I get it Please say something I can ’ t do anything all day You can ’ t even sigh and Just tell me everything to me , yeahyeah Oh baby , babe , please , hate to see you cry Baby , babe , talk to me Talk to me ”
If you are looking to shove your ego down the hatch and talk to your loved ones , give it a try .
IT ’ S YOU This collaboration with Zico is a very fresh take on being confused if your crush likes you or not . And Zico ’ s part makes the song more interesting as his verse is like a senior giving advice on what to do . The catchy chorus goes :
“ I wanna know just tell me If you really like me What do I do ? I think I ’ m gonna go crazy I need to snap out of it What do I do ?”
Perfect vibes for someone starting off a relationship . If you are someone who likes to convey messages through songs , send this one to your crush .
LOVE ME LIKE THAT Fresh off the Netflix OST , this song made ripples still swirling in the mind-oceans of Nevertheless fans . It touches on the vulnerable side of a person , and portrays how we underestimate ourselves , burn ourselves and still want someone to pick us up and love us to perfection while we are being imperfect .
“ Sunshine left today Got caught in the rain all alone Can you come and pick me up from my blues ? Or am I late to ask you ? Love me soft and tender ”
This song is not just for single people but for committed ones too who want a bit more from their partners . The universality of this song is what made it reach more and more people .
While there are many more amazing songs in the discography of Sam Kim , these are the ones which will make you start to fall in love with his voice and sound .
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