Lim Young-woong Opens Up About His Aspirations During U.S. Trip: "I Always Want to Be No. 1"

[Financial News]  Singer Lim Young-woong is drawing attention after candidly sharing his aspirations during a trip to New York in the United States. 
On the 24th, Lim Young-woong uploaded a video to his YouTube channel titled "Playing and Eating, Eating and Playing: Lim Young-woong's New York, New York." The video follows Lim Young-woong and his friends as they travel around New York during the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Lim Young-woong had a candid conversation with his friends while drinking beer at their accommodation. When the discussion naturally turned to life goals, he said, "I want to be the best in the world."
He continued, "I had compromised with reality. As I moved past my mid-thirties rather than being in my early twenties, I found it difficult to say things like that." He added, "I always wanted to be No. 1."
Lim Young-woong's confession drew even more attention because it emerged from a relaxed conversation with his friends. Many also found it unusual that the singer, who has long been loved for his humble image, directly mentioned becoming "the best in the world" as his goal.
Fans responded with comments such as "That is so like Lim Young-woong," "He is already more than good enough to be the best, but it is admirable to see him aiming even higher," and "I think I understand why he always works so hard."
Meanwhile, Lim Young-woong has continued to enjoy steady popularity through promotions for his new song "To To," while his official YouTube channel has surpassed 3.2 billion cumulative views. 
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