Kelly Clarkson Brings Emotional Depth to 'What It Sounds Like' from 'K-Pop Demon Hunters'
In a unique twist, Kelly Clarkson opted for an edgy cover of "What It Sounds Like" from the movie 'K-Pop Demon Hunters' on her show, rather than tackling a more obvious choice like the award-winning hit "Golden." The song's simple piano melody gradually builds into an explosive pop-rock release, showcasing Clarkson's impressive vocal range. Performing with My Band Y'all, Clarkson brought a raw emotion to the track that resonated deeply.
During the episode, actress Arden Cho joined Clarkson on stage, and the two shared a heartwarming exchange about how Clarkson's songs have been a source of comfort for Cho throughout her twenties. The 'K-Pop Demon Hunters' cover was not only a celebration of music but also an opportunity to connect with fans who have found solace in Clarkson's music.
The song's success has been widely recognized, as "Golden" took home the award for Best Original Song, Motion Picture at the 2026 Golden Globes. Singer-songwriter EJAE made history by becoming the first Korean-American to receive this honor, stating that it was a dream come true to be part of a song that provides comfort and acceptance.
This episode marks Clarkson's return to 'The Kelly Clarkson Show' after the holiday break and her second Kellyoke performance in recent weeks. Fans can look forward to more musical performances from Clarkson in upcoming episodes, including a rendition of "I Wish I Knew How to Quit You" by Sombr.
In a unique twist, Kelly Clarkson opted for an edgy cover of "What It Sounds Like" from the movie 'K-Pop Demon Hunters' on her show, rather than tackling a more obvious choice like the award-winning hit "Golden." The song's simple piano melody gradually builds into an explosive pop-rock release, showcasing Clarkson's impressive vocal range. Performing with My Band Y'all, Clarkson brought a raw emotion to the track that resonated deeply.
During the episode, actress Arden Cho joined Clarkson on stage, and the two shared a heartwarming exchange about how Clarkson's songs have been a source of comfort for Cho throughout her twenties. The 'K-Pop Demon Hunters' cover was not only a celebration of music but also an opportunity to connect with fans who have found solace in Clarkson's music.
The song's success has been widely recognized, as "Golden" took home the award for Best Original Song, Motion Picture at the 2026 Golden Globes. Singer-songwriter EJAE made history by becoming the first Korean-American to receive this honor, stating that it was a dream come true to be part of a song that provides comfort and acceptance.
This episode marks Clarkson's return to 'The Kelly Clarkson Show' after the holiday break and her second Kellyoke performance in recent weeks. Fans can look forward to more musical performances from Clarkson in upcoming episodes, including a rendition of "I Wish I Knew How to Quit You" by Sombr.
, but like, wasn't "Golden" the more obvious choice? I don't get why she went for a different song. Still, I guess it was nice to see her bring some emotional depth to "What It Sounds Like". And omg, Arden Cho joining her on stage? That's so sweet 
! But what's up with all these awards and recognitions? EJAE becoming the first Korean-American to win Best Original Song at the Golden Globes? That's kinda cool, I guess. I just wish they'd stop giving out all these "first" titles... like, isn't there already a "first" person out there? 
Anyway, Clarkson's Kellyoke performances are always fun to watch, so I'm looking forward to more of those! 
i love how she poured her heart into the performance and had a real connection with arden cho on stage. that exchange was literally giving me all the feels 
it's amazing to see kelly Clarkson using her platform to spread comfort and acceptance through her music. and yay for ejae breaking barriers as a korean-american artist 
can't wait for more musical performances from kelly in the upcoming eps!
I'm still trying to process how Kelly Clarkson just brought so much emotional depth to this K-pop cover lol what's next? A country version of BTS or something 
seriously though, I loved the piano part at first but then it got a bit too loud for my taste, like can we just tone it down a notch? 
And why did they have to bring in Arden Cho as a special guest? I mean I know she's a huge fan and all, but come on, couldn't they've just done the performance with Kelly alone? 
still enjoyed it though, Clarkson always puts her heart into these performances 
And I love how she shared that moment with Arden Cho - it's not just about the music, it's about the people it affects. That's what makes life beautiful, right? 
. And, you know, I think it's awesome that she went for an unexpected choice like this instead of playing it safe with "Golden". It showed me that Kelly Clarkson is all about taking risks and pushing boundaries, and I am HERE. FOR. IT 
! And can we talk about how beautiful the moment was when Arden Cho joined her on stage? 
I also feel bad that the article only talks about Clarkson's vocals when there's more to her personality than that. I guess it's good to see fans connecting with each other over music, but sometimes I wish we could get some actual insight into what's going on behind the scenes 
. And the fact that she brought actress Arden Cho on stage for a heartfelt exchange added an extra layer of emotional depth to the performance 
. I'm loving the new Kellyoke performances and can't wait to see what's next from her! This episode had me feeling all the feels 
i love how she performed with my band y'all too, they added this awesome energy to the track 
it's great to see artists using their platforms for good, even if Clarkson did choose an unconventional song 
but hey, at least it showed she can handle a pop-rock track 