Vocalist Returns To TV For The First Time In 8 Years—Her “Transformation” Goes Viral

She had to switch up her iconic look for national TV.

In the final episode of Lee Young Ji’s Rainbow, the sixth season of the KBS TV show The SeasonsThe Volunteers guested—making it Baek Yerin‘s return to a public channel program for the first time since 2016.

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Baek Yerin performed some of The Volunteers’ greatest hits, with her live vocals earning praise from the viewers…

I had to take a five-hour walk because it was so surreal seeing tattoo-less Yerin play the guitar… This is insane.

— @0urBunny/X

…but it was her apparent “transformation” that went viral after the episode aired.

The vocalist is known for her collection of small, colorful tattoos all over her arms.

But for this national TV appearance, Baek Yerin covered them up in accordance with the Korea Communications Standards Commission’s regulations, creating a whole new look.

I was on TV—I’ve made it big!

Huge thanks to The Seasons’ Young Ji, the directors, writers, and staff for helping me do my best and have fun. And to my oppas, who worked the hardest—much love!

Oh! And to Bongyeon and Eunjin, who came to work because of me—I love you!

— Baek Yerin

Her bare arms had her fans buzzing:

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  • “Did she remove her tattoos??? Wow, you can’t tell at all. And the vocals—no need to say anything, she’s amazing.”
  • “The tattoos were so hip, did she get rid of them completely? That’s a shame.”
  • “That guitar clip has been all over Reels! I love it every time I hear it. LOL.”
  • “I love Baek Yerin so much 😭 Her voice is insane. 😭😭 But wow, did she cover the tattoos with makeup because it’s a public broadcast? She’s already fair-skinned, but she looks even paler. LOL. So pretty.”
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  • “Amazing… Just amazing… That’s all I can say because she’s amazing. LOL. Seriously so good.”
  • “That voice is incredible.”
  • “How did she cover the tattoos so perfectly? That’s impressive.”
  • “Why does it feel like it’s been so long since I last saw her?”
  • “I love this so much. 😭😭😭”

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