In the first performance, Lee Dae-hyung appeared. Lee Dae-hyung selected Kim Min-kyo's 'Last Battle', a song imbued with memories from his school days. Dressed in a leather jacket, he emerged on stage, presenting a performance reminiscent of a basketball high school drama. Starting off by encouraging applause, he captivated the panel of judges by embodying the original atmosphere of the song. Repeating the refrain 'Never give up,' he conveyed the spirit of sportsmanship. Lee Dae-hyung's passionate performance, sticking to the lyrics until the end, struck an emotional chord.
The second performance was selected by Yoo Hee-kwan. Choosing Lee Sung-woo's 'Jin Ttobae Gi', Yoo Hee-kwan promised a performance that would surpass Lee Chan-won, capturing attention. Appearing with a dance team, Yoo Hee-kwan commanded the stage from the beginning with overwhelming momentum. With a haircut that seemed to scrape the sky, he radiated joy and effortlessly communicated with the judging panel. His rich vocal tone and explosive energy were on display, and during the dance break, he released the hidden talent he had contained. The duel between the two ended with Yoo Hee-kwan's victory.
Park Yong-taek took the third stage. 'Captain' Park Yong-taek chose Kim Beom-soo's 'Nathana' as his cheering song and sang it live, adding special significance. He naturally delivered the song with his uniquely smooth low voice and stable tone. As the performance progressed, the panel of judges transformed into spectators at a baseball stadium, all chanting 'Park Yong-taek' and singing along. It was a moving performance that brought back memories of Park Yong-taek's active playing days. His profound presence uniquely filled the stage. However, Yoo Hee-kwan once again emerged victorious, achieving two consecutive wins.
The next performance was by Kim Tae-kyun. Previously, during his appearance on 'Immortal', Kim Tae-kyun had remained winless due to extreme nervousness. He selected Yoon Soo-il's 'APT.' and took the stage with a commanding presence and explosive charisma. He even showcased pelvic dance moves in sync with cheerleaders, never forgetting to enjoy the stage. The song 'APT.', beloved as the cheer song for all teams, filled the air, quickly transforming the audience into a baseball stadium. However, Yoo Hee-kwan achieved a third consecutive victory, maintaining his winning streak.
두 번째 순서로는 유희관의 공이 뽑혔다. 이성우의 ‘진또배기’를 선곡한 유희관은 이찬원 이상의 무대를 예고해 이목을 집중시켰다. 안무팀과 함께 등장한 유희관은 초반부터 압도적인 기세로 무대를 장악했다. 하늘을 찌를 듯 치켜올린 헤어스타일만큼 흥겨운 기운을 뿜어내며 명곡판정단과 능수능란하게 소통하는 여유까지 뽐냈다. 구수한 보컬과 폭발적인 에너지와 함께 무대 중간 댄스 브레이크에선 숨겨왔던 끼를 대방출했다. 두 사람의 대결은 유희관의 승리로 돌아갔다.
박용택이 세 번째 무대를 밟았다. ‘캡틴’ 박용택은 자신의 응원가인 김범수의 ‘나타나’를 선곡해 직접 불러 특별한 의미를 더했다. 특유의 부드러운 저음과 안정된 톤으로 곡을 자연스럽게 소화했다. 무대가 진행될수록 명곡판정단은 야구장 관중으로 변신, 너 나 할 것 없이 ‘박용택’을 외치며 노래를 함께 불렀다. 박용택 현역 시절의 추억이 떠오르는 감동의 무대였다. 박용택만이 낼 수 있는 묵직한 존재감이 무대를 가득 채웠다. 하지만 유희관이 또 한 번 승리하며 2연승에 성공했다.
이어진 무대는 바로 김태균이었다. 앞서 ‘불후’ 출연 당시 극심한 긴장으로 무승에 그친 김태균은 윤수일의 ‘아파트’를 선곡했다. 무대에 오른 김태균은 위풍당당한 기세와 폭발적인 존재감으로 무대를 장악했다. 치어리더들과 함께 호흡을 맞춘 골반 댄스까지 선보이며 무대를 즐기는 여유도 잊지 않았다. 전 구단의 응원곡으로 사랑 받고 있는 ‘아파트’가 울려 퍼지자, 객석은 순식간에 야구장으로 변했다. 그러나 유희관이 3연승에 성공, 승자석을 지키며 파죽지세를 달렸다.
The fifth performance was sung by Kim Byung-hyun, the planner of this special episode, who performed Lee Jung-seok's 'For Love'. Overcoming previous disappointments of being winless on 'Immortal,' Kim Byung-hyun opted for an unexpected straightforward approach. He recited the lyrics gently to the piano melody, conveying his sincerity. With restrained emotions and an unadorned voice, Kim Byung-hyun placed his bet on authenticity. His simple yet profound resonance filled the stage, touching the emotions of the judging panel. As a result, Kim Byung-hyun thwarted Yoo Hee-kwan's four consecutive victories, securing his first win. His sincerity resonated with the audience.
The final performance was adorned by Lee Dae-eun, a talented singer among baseball players. Though noting he was extremely nervous, Lee Dae-eun captivated with a charismatic presence befitting a champion after his victory. Especially with his selection of Kim Kyun-ho's 'Forbidden Love', he radiated an extraordinary energy. True to Kim Kyun-ho's song, the challenging high notes followed, yet Lee Dae-eun exuded captivating power with his stable vocal skills and explosive volume. The audience erupted in admiration as he delivered high notes like a fastball, leaving a lasting impression even after the stage concluded.
Lee Dae-eun defeated Kim Byung-hyun, celebrating joy in reaching the final victory. This special episode heated up the living rooms with a unique stage featuring baseball legends. With a long-standing competitive spirit ingrained as a baseball player, Lee Dae-eun's aggression and confidence captured viewers' attention. The six baseball legends who illuminated 'Immortal' delivered heartfelt performances, evoking emotion and cheers from the audience off the field.
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