Jo Hyun Ah says royalties kept her afloat through a two-year pause

"It didn't matter if I didn't work for two years" Jo Hyun Ah's confession

Singer Jo Hyun Ah revealed that she maintained financial stability through copyright income during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Appearing on the YouTube channel 'Joseon's Chef' on the 8th, Jo Hyun Ah recalled the situation when her activities were suspended during the pandemic. "I couldn't work for two years," Jo Hyun Ah said, adding, "It didn't matter if I didn't work during those two years." This was the result of having a stable source of income as the copyright holder who directly wrote and composed Urban Zakapa's hit songs, such as 'Thursday Night,' 'Missing Spring,' and 'Beautiful Day.'

Talk with Heo Kyung Hwan regarding rerun fees

Comedian Heo Kyung Hwan and Chef Lee Moon Jung also appeared on the broadcast, engaging in conversation regarding income. Heo Kyung Hwan expressed envy toward Jo Hyun Ah, who receives copyright royalties.

Following this, Jo Hyun Ah mentioned her experience receiving rerun fees from broadcast appearances. "I have received rerun fees before, and I was quite surprised," Jo Hyun Ah said, asking Heo Kyung Hwan how he reacts when receiving them. Heo Kyung Hwan drew laughter by replying, "I hide it as much as possible. I act like 'Is something wrong?' while feeling happy inside."

Chef Lee Moon Jung's Chinese cuisine and live performance

On this day, Jo Hyun Ah enjoyed Chinese dishes prepared by Chef Lee Moon Jung, including Tangsuyuk (sweet and sour pork) and fried rice. Having usually maintained a diet, Jo Hyun Ah declared, "Today, I will not diet so that I can eat the Chef's cooking."

After the meal, Jo Hyun Ah performed an impromptu live rendition of 'I Don't Love You,' which was the song requested by Chef Lee Moon Jung.