Kim Dana showcased deep emotion in the 1:1 deathmatch and advanced to the third round of the main competition. On the broadcast of TV CHOSUN's "Miss Trot 4" on the 22nd, the 1:1 deathmatch of the second round of the main competition took place. Participants directly chose their opponents and faced off one-on-one. On this day, the masters regarded the match between the active singers Kim Dana and Yoon Tae-hwa, who together have 33 years of experience, as the most difficult. When the two appeared, the masters' seats reacted with, "How are we supposed to vote?"

Before going on stage, Kim Dana mentioned that her father suffers from dementia and said, "If there is 'Barang,' I hope it will hold memories of me." This statement made the atmosphere solemn. Then Kim Dana explained why she chose Kim Hee-jae's original song "Barang," saying, "Whenever my father's memory returns, he apologizes and says he has lived too long and has become a burden. I want to be filial to my father, so I will sing this song."

Kim Dana performed the stage with a simple and restrained vocal style instead of flashy techniques and exaggerated emotional expressions. Based on her sincere feelings and longing for her father, she deeply conveyed the song's sorrow. Kim Dana's expressive power, which clearly delivered the song's message without exaggerating emotions, heightened the immersion of both the judges and the audience. Her steady breath control, stable vocalization, and restrained emotional line combined to leave a deep impression not only in the studio but also with viewers.

Kim Dana's heartfelt story and poignant performance moved the viewers. Proving that sincerity is stronger than technique, the audience gave her a warm round of applause for overwhelming the stage with deep emotion. The original singer Kim Hee-jae said, "It was really good," and added, "Hearing 'Barang' in Kim Dana's voice felt very calm yet full of sorrow and appeal rising from deep within the heart. The emotional afterglow still remains with me."

Kim Hee-jae praised Kim Dana's performance, saying, "I think 'Barang' finally met its rightful owner on today's stage. The emotional line was so good that I feel I should be the one thanking her." The match between Kim Dana and Yoon Tae-hwa was a contest whose outcome was hard to predict, but the masters raised their hands for Kim Dana's sincere performance.

Having advanced directly to the third round of the main competition, Kim Dana is likely to deliver even higher-level performances on future stages. Her emotional and genuine performances are expected to continue deeply moving many people. Attention is focused on Kim Dana's next stage.