Have you ever felt like the main character of a film, as if you are the center of the universe and the world is covered in sprinkles? If your answer is “no,” then singer-songwriter JUNNY’s “MOVIE” will certainly provide you the full experience and emotions of being one. Freshly under the spotlight, this single is notorious for its lovely saccharine melody and lyrics filled with cinematographic imageries. As a creative artist based in Korea and Canada, JUNNY narrates how one’s special person can turn an ordinary moment into a magical movie scene. 

At the young age of four, JUNNY began to dream about becoming a musician when he was living in Vancouver, Canada. His experience of exploring various music genres that ranged from K-pop to heavy metal helped him find his own music style as a young adult. When he turned 22, he moved to Korea to pursue a music career, where he began his first steps toward becoming not only an artist but also a producer. Some of his most renowned productions include K-pop boy group NCT U’s “From Home” and “Mmmh” by Kai, a popular member of  boy group EXO. The frequent collaboration between JUNNY and SM entertainment, one of the most representative entertainment companies in Korea, has significantly boosted his music career. Not only did it help spread his name in the K-pop industry, but it also gave him opportunities to learn more about music production and develop relationships with SM artists, which he cherishes to this day according to SportsWorld. 

His single “MOVIE,” which was released on September 20, 2020, regained massive popularity after it was used as an original soundtrack (OST) in the television (TV) series, where romantic scenes were frequently dubbed by this song to highlight the dreamy and affectionate relationship between the two main characters. A closer look at the rhythm and blues (R&B) track’s delicate lyrics explains why “MOVIE” was a perfect match for such scenes: “even if there is no camera, you and I are undoubtedly the original leading roles” and “the scene where we make eye-contact is the climax” both convey how a seemingly normal day can be turned into a dramatic scene from a movie when spent with a loved one. 
Another factor that adds to the song’s romantic atmosphere is its soft melody that starts with dainty piano variations and highlights the climax of the song with cheerful rhythm. In fact, the playful style of “MOVIE” serves as a stark contrast to some of JUNNY’s other works that are more melancholy or futuristic, which proves his artistic talent and ability to construct a diverse melody set. His signature soulful voice has also earned him the nickname gomagnamchin, which directly translates to “eardrum boyfriend” and is used to compliment a sweet voice that resembles that of a boyfriend’s.

At the end of the day, JUNNY aspires to become an honest singer who stays true to himself and conveys the authentic him through his songs, according to an interview with Chosun Entertainment. He describes himself as a “soft” person, rather than a charismatic one, and tries to remain positive at all times. Thus, his ultimate goal as an artist is to continue creating songs that are either honest or delightful. His latest releases, “nostalgia” and “HIDE & SICK,” seem to reflect his ideologies in music as both singles revolve around his ambitions and talents.

For music listeners who are looking for a soft and sweet R&B song with touches of pop elements, “MOVIE” would be an ideal choice. With his artistic capabilities, JUNNY manages to shine through the highly populated K-pop industry and enchants listeners with his charming voice and lyrics.