Former GLAM leader Jiyeon shows her face for the first time since blackmail scandal

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If you don't know already, GLAM disbanded after one of their members Dahee conspired with model Lee Ji Yeon to blackmail Lee Byung Hun for financial gain. After the disbandment, the members scattered across the country, wanting to escape the scrutiny and indictment from the public. One member, however, bravely showed her face on national TV, attempting to secure her spot again in the music scene through auditioning for 'SMTM 4'. Her reason for trying out for the 'SMTM 4' audition was due to her desire to "do music again and rap."�

The former girl group leader poured forth her heart in her verses, spilling all regarding the tumult and the hardships that befell her subsequent the scandal. Unfortunately, her rapping failed to impress the judge San E. He told her, "Your lyrics are good but there is something missing in your delivery," relaying his constructive criticism and asking if she had something else prepared. Jiyeon spat a couple more verses but ultimately, she didn't pass the initial audition round.�

Netizens were empathetic to Jiyeon's situation, leaving comments the likes of, "GLAM leader Jiyeon tried out for 'SMTM 4' but regrettably was eliminated," and "It's sad that the group disbanded because of the blackmail scandal." �