Who Is Gwyneth Dorado, The Filipino Singer Going Viral On Korean TV Show “Sing Again 4”?

Filipino singer Gwyneth Dorado (Contestant No. 59) delivered an unforgettable performance on Korean news channel JTBC’s acclaimed reboot survival show “Sing Again 4,” captivating judges and audiences with a powerful interpretation of the Korean classic “1994년 어느 늦은 밤 (One Late Night in 1994).”

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From her first note, Dorado commanded the stage with rich lower tones that set a dramatic emotional foundation.

As the song reached its high climactic moments, she showcased remarkable vocal control and dynamic sensitivity—never overpowering the melody, but shaping every phrase with intention, vulnerability, and skill.

Her performance earned her a 5:3 victory over Contestant No. 23, advancing Dorado confidently to the program’s next round.

Judges’ Reactions: A Voice of Rare Character and Depth

Lee HaeRi, celebrated vocalist of Davichi, praised DORADO’s delivery and musical instinct.

Your diction and message were stunning. This song demands both strong lows and challenging highs, and you executed every difficult technique with confidence.
 
From the beginning the weight and tone were beautiful, and even in the highest notes your control and nuance were extraordinary.
 
We should no longer be surprised by your expression in a foreign language—you deliver emotion like a native Korean singer.
 
It reminded me of your first stage “If Time Goes By” when you painted the lyrics right in front of us. Today, it felt like we were hearing the song itself through you. I was truly moved. Thank you.
Davichi’s LeeHaeRi

Producer and artist Code Kunst focused on the emotional connection behind Dorado’s performance.

I wondered, how does she deliver such deep emotion in a language that isn’t her own? When watching you, it’s not I should sing this way, but I am singing to someone.
 
Your eyes showed that there is a clear person you are singing for. That emotion was transmitted directly to everyone in the room.
Code Kunst

Industry icon Yoon JongShin delivered a striking assessment of her potential.

From a producer’s perspective, we saw the kind of voice producers dream of. It’s a tone you do not hear from Korean female singers—solid and rich in the mid-range in a remarkable way.
 
Many composers grow up wanting to give their songs to Whitney Houston, knowing it will never happen.
 
But today I feel that we may have discovered a voice that Korean songwriters and producers will be astonished by. It feels as if we’ve met another major artist.
Yoon JongShin

A Rising Star on the Korean Stage

Dorado has become one of the most talked-about contestants of “Sing Again 4,” breaking the stereotype of “foreign contestant singing in Korean.”

Her interpretations reflect a storyteller’s instinct: she embodies every lyric, expresses emotion with balance and precision, and performs with a sincerity that resonates deeply with audiences in Korea and abroad.

Her latest stage confirms her position not as a novelty, but as an artist whose voice and musical identity stand on their own.

How to vote for Dorado on JTBC’s “Sing Again 4”

You can cast your support for Contestant No. 59 on the official JTBC’s “Sing Again 4” website.

“Sing Again 4” broadcasts on Tuesdays at 10:30 PM KST on JTBC and streams on TVING, with highlights released weekly as official clips on the JTBC YouTube channel.