Hanlim's Delicate Confessions — 18 Songs of Love and Farewell

It's hard to define Hanlim's music in a single word. Jazz sophistication sits atop acoustic folk warmth, and sometimes R&B groove raises its head. Since debuting with the lo-fi R&B track 'Don't Fall Asleep,' he has released singles across ballad, rock, and acoustic, building his own color.

'I don't decide on a genre and then write — the emotion of that day determines the genre.'

Songs born under this philosophy wear different clothes but share the same DNA: honesty. From the start of love to the end of farewell, Hanlim transfers the temperature of emotions directly.

While working across genres, what brings him most joy are songs with R&B and jazz colors. Recent works clearly reveal this taste — from the bouncy R&B rhythm of 'Rain on the Weekend' to the minor jazz sound of 'Not Particularly,' his music keeps deepening.

Story

Hanlim's music doesn't offer grand comfort. It simply sits quietly beside you. From the start of love to the end of farewell, and back to hope for love again. His songs contain the temperature of emotions we all live through.

The Hanlim you meet across 18 Nonol videos isn't a finished artist but a musician still growing. He shows slightly different interpretations on each stage and discovers new emotions in each song.

Music

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🎵 "Originals — Stories Written by His Own Hand"

To know Hanlim's true colors, start with his originals. From the start of love to the end of farewell, the songs he wrote himself contain the full spectrum of emotions.

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'That's Enough'

Notable in the intro is the combination of waltz rhythm and jazz chords. The elegance of 3/4 time meets jazz harmonic progressions, creating a unique texture. Hanlim's vocals begin with soft head voice in the first verse, adding slight vibrato in the chorus to deepen the emotion.

20,530 people stopped before this stage. This song about the pure beginning of love that asks for nothing carries the jazz sensibility of Norah Jones and the pop accessibility of John Mayer simultaneously.

'Rain on the Weekend'

Born at the tail end of 2023's monsoon season. It captures the preciousness of time spent with a lover at home on a rainy weekend. Over a medium-tempo R&B rhythm, Hanlim's vocals freely alternate between chest and head voice, creating a relaxed groove.

The bouncy bass line and simple drum patterns create spatial depth, within which his voice spreads softly like warm indoor lighting. 19,000 people resonated with this lovely moment.

'Not Particularly'

Impressive is the reconstruction of the original full band sound into minimal piano-and-guitar arrangement. Minor scale chord progressions musically embody the cooling temperature of love.

Hanlim's vocal technique is notable — singing almost like a whisper in the verse, then adding slight falsetto in the chorus to deepen emotion. This dynamic shift moved 20,341 hearts.

'I CAN'T'

The contrast of farewell emptiness hidden within refreshing pop sound is intriguing. The gap between major chord brightness and the pain of farewell in the lyrics leaves deeper resonance.

'Even So, We'

Created while imagining the winter sea, this song best shows Hanlim's philosophy. 'We who've been hurt by love will still love again' — this message runs through the entire song.

Hanlim Live Playlist

An emotional indie playlist singing spring, rain, and love. Four songs ('It's Spring,' 'Rain on the Weekend,' 'Moderately,' 'Even So, We') in a set showing his musical spectrum.

'It's Spring'

Bouncy acoustic sound capturing love's flutter. The fingerpicking pattern and light percussion add vitality.

'Moderately'

A wistful bossa nova evoking autumn leaves. Expressing cooling love with the word 'moderately' — the nylon guitar sound and minimal rhythm section create an atmosphere where Hanlim's vocals flow as smooth and lyrical as Stan Getz's saxophone.

🎵 "Special — Full Versions and Special Moments"

Another side of Hanlim through live full versions and making-of footage.

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Hanlim Live Full Version

A 4-song full set captured 19,000 hearts. Progressing through 'That's Enough,' 'Rain on the Weekend,' 'Not Particularly,' and 'I CAN'T,' this stage perfectly shows Hanlim's musical journey.

Daegwallyeong Campnic Festa Making-of

A behind-the-scenes video from a special festival at Daegwallyeong in Gangwon-do. Featuring four artist teams including Hanlim, BEANSPROUT, Rosana, and Lee Ingyu. 10,528 people met Hanlim's natural self through this making-of — the excitement before the show, laughter backstage, and sincerity toward music.

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If you're curious about his next story, meet him first at Nonol. Hanlim's honest and delicate music is quietly settling into someone's playlist today too.