How Crush Helped Kim Kyung-wook’s ‘Danaka’ Rise: A 5-Year Journey

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[JoyNews24 reporter Lee Ji-young] Kim Kyung-wook, who performs as ‘Danaka,’ expressed his gratitude to Crush.

The YouTube channel ‘Jjanhan-hyung Shin Dong-yeop’ posted a video on the 30th featuring Sayuri and Kim Kyung-wook.

In the video, Kim said it took Danaka about 4–5 years to gain recognition, and that Crush helped open the door for him.

He went on to explain that Danaka’s work is rooted in Japan’s underground scene, which can make fans reluctant to openly admit they enjoy it. Kim recalled that, during Crush’s COVID self-quarantine, the singer called Danaka “the only content that kept me from feeling lonely.”

Kim said he reached out to Crush to arrange a meeting, and Crush replied immediately. They filmed together, and that led to a recurring talk-show format featuring celebrity guests. Kim described Crush as a benefactor to him.

Host Shin Dong-yeop responded, “You should never forget something like that.” Kim added, “That’s why I emceed Crush’s manager’s wedding.”