Wait, Wasn’t He Just an Entertainer? Kangnam is the First OST Artist for ‘The Legend of the Cook’!

“Wait, wasn’t he just an entertainer?”

All-rounder artist Kangnam is making a powerful entrance as the first OST artist for the TVING original series .

Kangnam will release OST Part 1, ‘The Beginning of a Legend’, today, May 12 (Tue) at 6 PM through various online music sites for the TVING original (Written by Choi Ryong, Directed by Jo Nam-hyung, Planned by Studio Dragon, Produced by Studio Dragon and Studio N, Provided by TVING).

‘The Beginning of a Legend’, featuring Kangnam’s vocals, delivers a hopeful message of charging forward without giving in to frustration, set to a dynamic band sound and energetic melody. In particular, Kangnam’s powerful vocals and unique tone blend perfectly with the song’s message, adding a refreshing sense of catharsis to the growth story of ‘Kang Seong-jae’ (Park Ji-hoon) in the series.

Kangnam recently took a new leap forward by signing an exclusive contract with the comprehensive entertainment company CP Entertainment. While actively moving between music and variety shows, this OST participation is expected to be a stepping stone to once again prove his musical presence as an artist.

Currently, Kangnam is enjoying his second prime as an all-rounder artist across various platforms. He continues to receive steady love through his popular YouTube channel ‘Neighborhood Friend Kangnam’, which has 1.46 million subscribers, showcasing his friendly daily life, witty variety sense, and diverse cover content.

In the variety show , he served as a running crew member, providing healing moments for viewers with his characteristic sociability and tireless energy. He also continues to be a central figure of popularity in various shows like and , creating great chemistry with other cast members through his honest and human charm.

Meanwhile, ‘The Beginning of a Legend’, the OST Part 1 for TVING original that will provide pleasure with Kangnam’s powerful rock sound, will be released today, May 12 (Tue) at 6 PM on various online music sites.