We all wonder if So Hyang is human or from another planet. Current odds are that she’s from another planet, with an outside chance she’s actually an angel come down from Heaven. 😇 We have never heard anyone sing like her, or be able to hold an audience in the palm of her hand until she lets them go. Her voice is, as one person described it, like liquid gold. Perfection in clarity and pitch, and she doesn’t fade in the upper octaves, which is startling when you hear her hit those 5th and 6th octave notes with such _POWER_ it actually gives everyone goose bumps-and makes us bald guys’ hair stand on end! As she says, her voice “is from God.” She does all the musical arrangements herself (with the input of her musical assistants), teaches vocal technique at a South Korean university and speaks four languages. Korean, English, French and Vietnamese. Let me catch my breath. OK. She is a survivor of uterine cancer from the age of 20, just after getting married, and states very plainly that God saved her life due to the prayers of her church. But this left her without the ability to have children so she decided to dedicate her life to being a Contemporary Christian Gospel singer and has refused recording contracts from the biggest corporations in the world. She only wants to sing for charities, churches and while doing missionary work, to strengthen those suffering through difficult times. David Foster, Josh Groban, Michael Bolton and others have all eagerly worked with her when they were in South Korea or Japan. She contracted hepatitis B from a blood transfusion during her cancer surgery and it clings to her to this day. Because of this she is prone to catching pneumonia but has sang perfectly while suffering from it in her live performance of “You Raise Me Up” before Shane Filan of Westlife on South Korean TV: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/qsuPf5ygy865pGw.html She has asked those who love her singing to pray that God keep pneumonia away from her, she has suffered from it on so many occasions. Imagine how she must feel with this coronavirus floating around everywhere! She just turned 43 on April 5, 2021, though in Korean culture she would be 44 because you are deemed to be one year old when you are born. She was about 37 when she sang this version of “Arirang Alone”, their unofficial national anthem based on a 600 year old folk song expressing their desire to reunify north and south: vimeo.com/308253527 While being sick with pneumonia eight times from 2016 through to 2020, and considering giving up singing altogether, she chastised herself and entered a televised singing contest called “King of the Masked Singers” in 2017 and won six consecutive times, which has catapulted her into international fame from the performances being posted on KZfaq. Whitney Houston’s former manager saw her on KZfaq and showed her to Oprah Winfrey, who brought her to David Foster’s attention. Foster then contacted So Hyang and arranged for her to share eight concerts with him at Tokyo’s famous Blue Note Club in late-2018. (For those who don't know, David Foster was Whitney Houston's producer for her albums, wrote "I Have Nothing", her most iconic song, and is probably the most famous and influential music producer in the world. He places So Hyang right beside Whitney and the rest of the top tier divas.) Here is the interview where So Hyang related the events: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/e9eVeMJi07aRe58.html (Be sure to turn on English subtitles.) Here is the version of “I Have Nothing” Oprah, David Foster and the rest watched on KZfaq: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/ipqFrKx-0MrdZIE.html She preceded it with this blockbuster: vimeo.com/312061203 She could be an international Super Star if she wanted to be but has decided that it would ruin her spiritually, quoting Proverbs 14:12 and 16:25 which both say “There is a way that seems right to a man, But its end is the way of death.” In a South Korean television interview So Hyang conceded that she struggled with her desire for fame for a number of years, going into the basement in her home numerous times and locking the door so she could complain vehemently to God that He was holding her back from becoming famous due to her health problems and other unforeseeable events. Then she later saw a Korean TV drama where the talented daughter of a very successful businessman was positive she would take over when her father retired. But he left the management of the company to a woman she hated, so she had a fit and lay kicking and screaming on the floor. So Hyang says she saw herself in that young woman and then understood that God was keeping her from developing self-destructive character by withholding international celebrity status from her. By her own admission, she was a miserable person to be around. kzfaq.info/get/bejne/qNJdnbtq0KjXdac.html (Again, turn on English subtitles.) So as a consequence she no longer pursues fame or fortune and actually has no social media presence whatsoever. What can one say about such a person? She is a literal Wonder Woman! And we need about a billion more just like her! And whether she wants it or not, fame has overtaken her, backed up and run her over again! On Oct. 5, 2020, it was revealed that So Hyang turned down _yet another_ contract offer, this time from Sony Music. www.koreaherald.com/view.php?ud=20200921000995 “Debuting in [the] US was my utmost goal for the past 20 years. But when I got a call from the US agency, I politely rejected, as I realized that what I wanted most was not becoming famous,” she said. “I think singers are very susceptible to arrogance, especially when they hear the screaming from crowds on stage. It can make you feel like as if you’ve become God.” “And I’m perfectly okay with sharing my music via KZfaq, which can reach tens of millions of people all over the world without making me feel stuck up. Maybe that’s why I was born in this era.” So Hyang is just the most amazing singer, Christian and human being. She is beautiful both inside and out, and so humble, open and genuine, with a stage charisma, facial expressions and smile that is off the charts. In Korean dictionaries 소 향 (So Hyang) has several meanings. • First is a type of Korean traditional music. • Second is to burn incense on a burner. • Third is to go toward. But these meanings are rarely used today and hers is a quite uncommon name. 소 향 is also the name of a heroine in a Korean traditional novel. So in retrospect her name was well chosen, and you can take your pick! Please analyze her performance of “Bridge Over Troubled Water”: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/eZyZe8tl3qjcc6M.html Also, please react to her version of “The Power of Love”: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/gth-nrmD17Gbj30.html Plus this beautiful duet with her friend Lee Hi where they do Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons’ “Can’t Take My Eyes Off Of You”: vimeo.com/439148918 And this version of her singing “Oh Holy Night”: vimeo.com/322716334 Here she performs “Lean On Me” before Michael Bolton, who called her a vocal “virtuoso” after her performance: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/fdyjmqad0cmygHk.html This is a wonderful Jazz inflected performance of “His Eye Is On The Sparrow”: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/fpemo9On1sWqXWw.html Wait until you see her duet of David Foster's “The Prayer” with Jeong Ui Geu: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/qNqVYNRk0NvSoGw.html This song of hers "Everyone" is dumbfounding: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/fpuVarCB18ubmY0.html And finally “Will You Be There”: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/pKiUhtOW3bvcmZ8.html Here’s an English language interview with her that I’m sure you will enjoy: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/hJilktOe1L3cmmw.html Her English is perfect when she sings and almost perfect when she is doing interviews. She actually taught herself to speak English from watching Disney's "The Little Mermaid" about "one hundred times" when she was a kid, has a perfect North American accent and a bubbly personality. OK, I’ll stop gushing now. Well, one more gush. In an interview with a Turkish music producer So Hyang's assistants revealed (a bit to her chagrin, as she is a self-effacing person) that she can hit Eb7 and D7 in practise. However, she never goes above the 6th octave in performances. Since she starts at D3 that is more than a 4 octave range ... so how about them apples???! Here it is: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/jNSAdM6j3tjdl4U.html I know, bananas isn’t it? Oh, I just remembered, she has also had several fantasy novels published, as well as a theological treatise on the book of Revelation, and is a very good stage actress, which she proved by playing Julie Andrews’ part in the South Korean production of “The Sound of Music.” Moreover, she sang the “Moana” part in the Korean version of the Disney film, does the musical vocals for many South Korean television dramas, and is a talented artist and cartoonist. She can also play the piano and guitar. Is there anything this genius level woman can’t do? Though she is less than 5' 4" and probably not even 100 pounds, So Hyang simply transcends the thresholds of music and takes you there with her. She becomes the song when she sings it and then re-emerges when she is done. An experience like no other. I don’t know what else to say. I’ve spent _entire days_ listening to her, and shed more than a few tears of joy along the way. She is indeed akin to an addictive substance you can't live without. I really must also compliment the choir, orchestra and audio/video production people So Hyang works with. They are all top notch from what I can see and hear and it is important to note that, as these are _essential_ parts of any great music production. The Korean people are easily as talented as anyone else. As you can see, I am a shameless fan. 😉

She took a breath or paused to emphasis the words not because she has to, she has supreme breath control. She often uses a pause as a stylistic choice. Basically she can do whatever she wants with her voice. Also I think she likes to be careful of her pronunciation when singing in English since her first langue is Korean.

Lol, the break in the phrase you didn't like, was by choice and it was in order to put more emphasis on it. Sohyang is a master arranger and one of the best female vocalists currently on the planet.

she broke up the words to emphasize them...she is a GENIUS storyteller

It's interesting to see your reaction video on Sohyang's "Bridge Over Troubled Water" here. Your expertise in production certainly served as the backdrop of your response as you took note of the staging, arrangement, styling, and sound. Inevitably Sohyang's indomitable singing takes center stage for this performance. Appreciate the reaction.

Sohyang is a virtuoso - everything she does is intentional. She has absolute breath control, perfect pitch, and the phrasing and enunciation are always to insure that the story she is telling is clear. She speaks four languages and English is not her native language. She lectures on music and voice at university. She does all of the arrangements for her stage performances: music, orchestra, chorus, lighting, and costumes. If you want to criticize her because you think that's your job, you have to make something up when you're talking about Sohyang. Don't believe me? Check her out. Cheers.

She is the best. Bar none.

The epitomy of singing, communicating emotions. Brilliant arrangement/performance.

Perfect example of why your an internet "music producer" and she is world renowned top tier singer and performer ...

My favourite of this song!! 🤗❤ Thank you for your reaction! 👍😆

Welcome to the world of SoHyang~!!! She is CCM/GOSPEL SINGER of South KOREA and cancer survivor. . She is one of the greatest vocalist in the world.But She wasn't known as well as popular because She sing for GOD and Comfort people who has hardtime Not for fame or money. ..In her youth, she turned down all offers from mega agencies for her beliefs...and now she is 43years old. .She has so many legendary live performances . She always sings with sincerity whenever and wherever. So it comforts those who listen to her song...That's why I love her...And her singing skills are the best, not to mention... This performance is just tip of iceberg.. . Thanks for your reaction of Queen Sohyang ♥

Thanks for your sohyang reaction 😊 More plz 🙏

She is just so amazing. Thank you so much for great reaction. Please more react to Sohyang. Have a nice day.

Sohyang ❤^^

Are you a robot? You're probably one of those people who think Britney Spears and Jennifer Lopez are top vocalists. No disrespect to those singers but So Hyang is top 10 vocalist in the world and well respected by many music industry professionals. The break in the phrases is to show emphasis and emotion. As a music producer you should understand that. Whitney Houston and Celine does similar breaks also and they are vocal legends.

WoW!! She's fantastic.

Welcome to Sohyang's world. This is not a talent show. Its a contest for established popular Korean artists who get invited on the show to compete against each other. It is less about talent and more about popularity, although of course they are all good. It's an ongoing show, each Immortal Songs 2 show has a theme, this one was 'English Pop songs' and each artist picks a song and rearranges it. This is Sohyang's arrangement. She won this particular IS2 with highest audience vote. She has been on a few and always places in the top 3.

best of best, (Sohyang) 👍

Watch more of her songs on youtube. The are no known suppliers of her recordings in th US. Get with your record label associates, and look into licensing her works. Based on reaction clips, there is a market

Lovely performance, guess I'm out of touch because I didn't know who she is. So glad you reacted to this it's one of my favorite songs, and she sang with so much emotion. Have a great weekend! 💕

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I felt that this reactor was a bit out of his depth in this review, despite his background. Did not pick up on many of the nuances and emotion of this exquisite performance and some of the comments seemed a bit odd. Glad he liked and generally appreciated her performance though. Just my honest opinion.

Thank you for the reaction. Welcome to Sohyang's world~^^ Great performance~😇🥰😍👑

I appreciate your technical breakdown of the video. I also see a lot of unnecessary hatred coming towards you. I hope you'll take it all in stride. Best of luck, I look forwards to more reactions.

Thank you for letting her know ^^

Good reaction. Sohyang in fluent in English but her phrasing is sometimes (not often) alien to American ears. By the way, calling Immortal Songs a "talent contest" is a little like calling the NFL a community sports league. Koreans treat music like pro sports. Top professionals duke it out on Immortal song. There's not really anything like it in the US. Take a look at the whole lineup for the "Michael Bolton Tribute" on Immortal Songs kzfaq.info/get/bejne/r9-JrMqCmNCyZ58.html. These guys are really good and have major label contracts. Sohyang won that day and it was a bit like the Ali / Frazier fight. Bolton was taken aback by what he saw and heard. Actually, Sohyang. is different from the others in that she has not signed with the labels that approached her. I bet she was the lowest paid performer on stage in the Bolton show. She prefers to sing live to audiences in churches, public events, the university where she.has taught, and in these TV shows. She does do some OSTs and a little studio work, but really not much that I have seen. In a world were artist talk the talk about not "selling out", Sohyang has walked the walk. She reaches people directly through her live performance.

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I like to see you get excited over the music, good job😊

you dont seem nearly as excited as you should be tbh lol. as a music producer, who else have you ever seen who can sing at this level? sohyang is the singer version of someone who can sprint a marathon

This one goes as example to other singers begginer

😍✌🏼 Love ya, Chris!

As some others said, her break was an arrangement and style choice. She has superb breath control and certainly didn't run out of air at that point. She has held notes/belts for several measures before without any strain. Thanks so much for reacting to Sohyang! She's a gospel singer at ❤ p.s. i love your own musical arrangement playing behind your narrating. Very catchy

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Amazing reaction. Thanks!! Please I wanna see your reaction about Sohyang's performance next time. You raise me up / Bridge over troubled water / I have nothing / Lean on me / everyone / Arirang alone / Mona lisa / fate / I'll always love you / Oh holy night / Amazing grace / Where are you / Breathe / Never enough / Hug me / Home / Dream / I won't give up / Power of love / US National Anthem for NBA game / Misty / For thousand days/ I always miss you / Don't forget me / etc..

Its true everyone is allowed an opinion its funny that a few other vocal coaches commented how much they loved the break in phrasing its to each his own I guess in my opinion the break was great just saying!

올타구 · 시사 이슈 문화 I saw it on KZfaq.!! Watch the video~♬ have a nice day~♥

Thank you for your reaction Chris. Have you ever reacted to Dimash? I'm sure you would find his vocals interesting.😉

Great reaction!! Please I wanna see your reaction about Sohyang's performance next time. You raise me up / Bridge over troubled water / I have nothing / Lean on me / Everyone / Arirang alone / Mona lisa / Fate / Where are you / I'll always love you / Neverending story /As I live / Oh holy night / Amazing grace / Breathe / Never enough / Hug me / Home / Dream / I won't give up / Power of love / US National Anthem for NBA game / Misty / For thousand days/ I always miss you / Don't forget me / Do you know / Dear love / Love poem / The day was sunny kiss / Wind song / Running to the sky / It's only my world / Memory / If I ain't got you / Day day / etc..

THIS IS YOUR REACTION TO THE QUEEN OF MUSIC ???? 😦😦😦

Hi Chris, would love to see more So Hyang reactions, also some more Dimash especially his newer songs, you will need to blur videos of Dimash because of copyrights

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so hyang--bridge over troubled water/i have nothing/o holy night/arirang alone/everyone/upon this rock/us national anthem/hero/power of love/let it go/breathe/hug me/amazing grace/i will always love you/misty

Hua Chenyu is the premiere artist from China. He is a must see. One song is not enough to truly appreciate his talents, so I developed these recommendations for you.

Pretty disappointed in your reaction. You just listened to one of the top vocalist in the world and your excitement was underwhelming.

Sohyang 여러분( Everyone ) please review

welcome. Sohyang World

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Thanks for this reaction video. You dont seem you like her voice and her style. But ok, everything is subjective

Most all other professional vocal coaches do not find any fault with this. But you, a music producer does????? Notice how many thumbs down you hav e and maybe you should go listen to some actual vocal coaches critique this same song. Sorry but it’s a no go for me from you. Like someone else said, all of her breaks are her choice, and she is the best female vocalist on the planet.

Nice reaction. Sohyang ! She is one of the best singers such as Park Ki Young, Beyonce, Dimash, Lara, David, Monica, Ailee, Forestella, Jinger, Park Hyo Shin, Diana, LeeHi, EXO, Dreamcatcher, Morissette and Nightwish...in the world. I think her vocal technique and belt are the best of the best ! Thanks. From N.Y.

Awesome reaction bro! 👍🏾

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This must be one of the bored sohyang's reactions

You mentioning her 'problematic' breath between 'troubled' and 'water' is a bit like a Little Leaguer telling Nolan Ryan he needs to work on his curveball more.... if the choice is to listen to Home Free or So Hyang, there is no choice at all, So Hyang all day, every day. Home Free, once every couple of months.

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Lol. I wonder who would want YOU to review anything? Thought you were a cosmetics expert. Good luck!

Please react to So-Hyang's I have Nothing: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/eaykhbiEtd7Hkac.html

So hyang best friend park ki young Nella fantasia you tube world record

I love you! Reach out to me.

Talent contest? Where that come from?? Worst reaction i have seen in years

OK but Peter Hollens and Tim Foust or Voice Play are both better. But perhaps I just prefer the deeper voices for this song. Been a favorite of mine since S & G first sang it. Btw, miss you on Home Free, but so far love every song you have posted. Edit: listened to it again: nope, not for me.

Thank you for awsome reaction. Sohyang is a Korean christian gospel singer who sings to share the love of God and to comfort people who are in difficult times. She is indeed a devoted christian singer and also a christian novelist in Korea. Here is an updated list of Sohyang's performances for you can react to (many are with english subtitles); (Please ignore with ones if you have already reacted before.) (Also, be really careful and take caution on copyright strikes as Korean broadcasters are usually strict on it.) ----------------------------------------- The Prayer (Duet with Jeong, Ui Geun 2014.12.21). kzfaq.info/get/bejne/qNqVYNRk0NvSoGw.html Jesus Loves Me kzfaq.info/get/bejne/ra6AiqWbup-ll40.html My Soul Magnifies The Lord (Global Church Blessing 2020) kzfaq.info/get/bejne/fM-Ue5ybuZu8h5s.html Amazing Grace (Global Church Blessing 2020) kzfaq.info/get/bejne/o6iFidZk09a6nI0.html I will always love you (2020 Life Concert). kzfaq.info/get/bejne/bLmaotmZqpfZhps.html How can I love the heartbreak, you are the one I love(Duet with Shin, Yong Jae). kzfaq.info/get/bejne/gcxpgcdhl-DdfXk.html (Englsh subtitles version without live screen. kzfaq.info/get/bejne/rcubhbyVvZ66mZ8.html) You raise me up (2021.01.01). kzfaq.info/get/bejne/aaljn8WSxpyciXU.html Wind song. vimeo.com/456162652 English subtitle version: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/d61jeteays64lIE.html) Beautiful destiny (Drama OST: "Birthcare center" / Englsh subtitles can be on) kzfaq.info/get/bejne/ipqFjdeVnbWmnps.html On my way back (Duet with Ali). kzfaq.info/get/bejne/jc2Xi71pv9qdpHk.html (Englsh subtitles version without live screen. kzfaq.info/get/bejne/jLyqZd2D3Nubgqs.html) Misty (2021. 01. 12). kzfaq.info/get/bejne/pdmUpLl507KaYok.html Hello (2021. 01. 12). kzfaq.info/get/bejne/a6iUpq2CxLPFZ4E.html Stay (2021.01.03). kzfaq.info/get/bejne/qp5hmdGevtnVdWQ.html Stay (with English subtitle). kzfaq.info/get/bejne/sN6khttylau-g6M.html I won't give up (2021.01.03). kzfaq.info/get/bejne/mLqYhMqBvribkp8.html Love Poem (2020.12.29) kzfaq.info/get/bejne/rbmpm7h9lqqqXZs.html (Englsh subtitles version without live screen. kzfaq.info/get/bejne/gbpkiZermM_ah3k.html) I will always love you (2020.12.24.) kzfaq.info/get/bejne/nbZ2dbKSx9qsiok.html (Begin Again Korea) Never Enough. vimeo.com/455493687 (Begin Again Korea) I will always love you. vimeo.com/439147472 (Begin Again Korea) If I ain't got you. vimeo.com/455499185 (Begin Again Korea) I won't give up. vimeo.com/440698037 (Begin Again Korea) Marvin Gaye (Duet with Henry) vimeo.com/455504727 (Begin Again Korea) My heart will go on(With the team). vimeo.com/442679478 (Begin Again Korea) Day Day (With the team). vimeo.com/455505812 (Begin Again Korea) Misty. vimeo.com/452452729 (Begin Again Korea) Can't take my eyes off of you. vimeo.com/439148918 (Begin Again Korea) I'll be there (Duet with Hareem). vimeo.com/441739626 (Begin Again Korea) Flashlight (Duet with Lee, Su-hyun). vimeo.com/440711585 (Begin Again Korea) Stuck with you (Duet with Crush). vimeo.com/442679579 (Begin Again Korea) Turn back time. vimeo.com/455507791 [English subtitles version] kzfaq.info/get/bejne/o9Kcnbdiyd3HdI0.html (Begin Again Korea) Please. vimeo.com/455828365 [English subtitles version] kzfaq.info/get/bejne/l514qdyq37jOoGQ.html (Begin Again Korea) Just the two of us (Crush/Sohyang). kzfaq.info/get/bejne/kLJ7jbCBnNLXfmg.html (Begin Again Korea) I'll go to you like the first snow(OST of the K-drama Goblin). vimeo.com/455829810 (Begin Again Korea) You are the reason (Duet with JUNG, Seung-hwan) vimeo.com/456157524 (Begin Again Korea) That I love you. vimeo.com/456158877 (Begin Again Korea) My favorite things (Duet with Lee, Su-hyun). vimeo.com/456159622 (Begin Again Korea) Let you only walk on the flower road (Duet with Lee, Su-hyun). vimeo.com/456161757 [With English subtitles] kzfaq.info/get/bejne/sLd9YLuiv6_ScoE.html (Begin Again Korea) Wind song. vimeo.com/456162652 [English subtitles version] kzfaq.info/get/bejne/gZmkiciIvM6Rqqc.html (Begin Again Korea) Just a feeling (Lee, Suhyun/Crush/Sohyang/Jung, Seung Hwan). kzfaq.info/get/bejne/nbiifNJzyd-dnmg.html (Begin Again Korea) Road (Henry/Seung Hwan/Suhyun/Crush/ Sohyang) kzfaq.info/get/bejne/mtdhq82Slt_OoI0.html Amazing Grace. kzfaq.info/get/bejne/g51_i7yklrCcoGg.html You are the reason (Duet with Greg Priester). kzfaq.info/get/bejne/ntGGhbV5u6zPlIE.html Arirang alone. vimeo.com/308253527 You raise me up. vimeo.com/310917048 Everyone. vimeo.com/249195615 The only thing m.kzfaq.info/get/bejne/l7qVptOp19CocYE.html (English sub version but low in video quality: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/kL1kmrqT1dPHZ4E.html) Bridge over troubled water. vimeo.com/308504033 I have nothing. vimeo.com/312040132 Oh holy night vimeo.com/322716334 Lean on me. vimeo.com/306340349 Running in the sky. kzfaq.info/get/bejne/b82CiJpny7PHnYk.html Breathe vimeo.com/298563165 Where are you. vimeo.com/316342997 The day when sunlight kissed me. vimeo.com/263229356 (This is a song expressing the joy and happiness when she first time met Jesus Christ in her prayer.) All want for Christmas is you. kzfaq.info/get/bejne/adGcfrhlq6mVh2g.html Only my heart knows. kzfaq.info/get/bejne/adeVZc9jksmaXWg.html In The Flower Garden. vimeo.com/263713436 I always miss you. vimeo.com/263705701 For a thousand days (Duet with The One). vimeo.com/280965073 Childish adult (Duet with JK Kim Dongwuk). vimeo.com/367519682 Misty. kzfaq.info/get/bejne/l8qXZpWFvrG0h4k.html Do you know. vimeo.com/295168199 Hug me. vimeo.com/296011392 Mona Lisa. vimeo.com/297885714 Dear love. vimeo.com/294589758 Home. vimeo.com/299213995 Fate. vimeo.com/240652163 Dream. vimeo.com/312061203 or kzfaq.info/get/bejne/oZ-IodqBuM3XlnU.html

Sohyang ❤^^