Ahn Hyo Seop has captured fans’ hearts yet again, this time with his voice. On July 1, the actor shared a studio-recorded cover of “Free,” the emotional centerpiece from the animated musical film KPop Demon Hunters. The track originally features his character Jinu, and with Ahn also serving as the voice behind the role, the performance added a deeply personal touch.
In the video, Ahn sings accompanied by live guitar and synthesizer, creating an intimate and atmospheric rendition. His vocals, rich with emotion and clarity, brought new depth to the song, originally crafted by EJAE and Andrew Choi. He captioned the post with “missing Jinu,” adding even more sentiment to the performance—and leaving fans both moved and nostalgic.
The reaction online was immediate and overwhelmingly positive. Fans praised his smooth, expressive singing, with many commenting that it felt like hearing Jinu in real life. One particularly witty fan referenced the lyrics, saying, “Why does it feel right every time we replay [the song]?” Others rallied for an official release of the cover, urging it to be made available on streaming platforms like Spotify and Apple Music.
What made the moment even more meaningful for longtime followers was the nod to Ahn Hyo Seop’s musical past. Before rising to fame as an actor, he was a JYP Entertainment trainee for three years and even shared a dorm with future members of GOT7. Though he ultimately chose acting over a career as an idol, moments like this show that his vocal talent has never left him.
For fans of KPop Demon Hunters, and of Ahn himself, this heartfelt cover served not just as a performance, but a touching connection to the character and story they’ve grown to love.