HA SUNG WOON colors Boryeong's summer with 'Strawberry Gum'

In the sweltering heat of Boryeong, HA SUNG WOON's performance is capturing everyone's attention. Taking the stage at the 2026 Boryeong Mud Festival K-POP SUPER LIVE, HA SUNG WOON heightened the energy of the venue by creating a uniquely sensual atmosphere through the song 'Strawberry Gum'.

This stage was built around 'Strawberry Gum', which features Don Mills. HA SUNG WOON translated the subtle emotional flow of the lyrics through delicate movements and gaze, bringing the sweet yet intense colors of the song to life. Notably, this performance was released as unreleased footage via KBS, capturing the raw vividness of the scene.

Harmony of sweet lyrics and sensual rhythm

On stage, HA SUNG WOON captured every emotion embedded in the lyrics. Much like the line "I want to know your color," his gaze—as if exploring a partner's charm—and his smooth gestures deepened the song's immersion. During the repetitive "strawberry, strawberry" refrain, he maximized the track's addictiveness by riding the rhythm. Lyrical expressions such as "the skin that accidentally met" and "the tip of the lips full of breath" were visually materialized through his performance.

HA SUNG WOON's shifting demeanor kept the audience captivated. Following the context of lyrics pleading to "do it a little more softly," he controlled the song's tempo by oscillating between restrained movements and bold expressions. In passages like "Don't hide it because your cheeks are prettier," he lightened the mood, transforming stage tension into joyful energy. It felt as though he was not just singing, but physically writing the song's narrative.

Vocal and performance highlighting delicate emotional lines

HA SUNG WOON densely depicted the rising emotions of the song's progression. The longing felt in the line "Even if it's difficult, I want you" and the flow of "falling deeper and deeper" added to the song's addictive quality. Specifically, during the line "Did you breathe life into that moment I couldn't even imagine alone," he added emotional depth, completing the track's character—originally featuring Don Mills—with his own unique style.

In the video, HA SUNG WOON led the stage by translating sensual lyrical descriptions, such as "eyes that smile uniquely" and "the light that leaned over," into his gaze and movement. As if foretelling the moment they will "finally feel it," his performance intensified as the song raced toward its conclusion, perfectly projecting the sweet yet sticky charm of 'Strawberry Gum' onto the stage.

A performance that completed the festival atmosphere

Adapting to the nature of an outdoor event like the Boryeong Mud Festival, HA SUNG WOON increased the stage's intensity by engaging directly with the crowd. With witty lyrical moments like "Don't hide it because your cheeks are prettier," he kept the atmosphere fluid, turning tension into vibrant energy. Amidst the intense heat of the festival, HA SUNG WOON's stage was more than enough to command the venue.

Ultimately, just like the lyrics "falling deeper and deeper," HA SUNG WOON fully conveyed the song's allure. By reinterpreting the track—which carries the colors of Don Mills—into his own style, he provided a performance worthy of a summer festival highlight. Through this stage, HA SUNG WOON completed the song's narrative and left a lasting impression on the audience.