[Reporter Kim Hyun-jin] Trot singer Kim So-yeon is making a strong showing at the July Netizen Awards Neostar category, where she is challenging to join this month's '1000 Club.'

As of 5:27 p.m. on the 22nd, Kim So-yeon has recorded 759 votes, racing to 11th place in the Neostar category. Having newly joined the Neostar category this month, Kim soared into the middle ranks in one fell swoop. This is the result of enthusiastic support from her fans, and she is now only 241 votes away from entering the 1000 Club.

Kim So-yeon previously proved her solid vocal skills by taking second place on MBC's 'Trot Minjok.' She later appeared on 'King of Mask Singer' under the name 'Rice Noodle Soup,' surprising the public, and demonstrated her extraordinary talent through the song 'Naiyagara,' earning her the nickname 'Trot Rough Diamond.'

Her signature image is that of a youthful high school girl confidently singing on stage in a school uniform. The name tag 'Kim So-yeon' attached to her uniform has also been praised for standing out even more in harmony with her outstanding singing ability.

Now, the public praises her as having grown beyond a simple rough diamond into a shining 'jewel.' There is also continued acclaim for her music, with many calling it 'a song you never get tired of, no matter how many times you hear it.'

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