In The Hot Seat with Eric Nam

Vogue Singapore puts multi-hyphenate Eric Nam in the hot seat, as we grill him on the lessons learnt from his decade-long career, his favourite guest from the 'Daebak Show' and who he would assemble to join his dream K-pop group.
Digital editor: Janice Sim
Producer and videographer: David Bay
Digital writer: Azrin Tan
Second cam: Michael Apisit
Stylist: Jasmine Ashvinkumar
Stylist assistant: Xavier Ong
Lifestyle writer: Jesslyn Lye
Eric Nam wears Zegna jacket, MCM pants and Christian Louboutin loafers; tank top, stylist’s own
Special thanks to Etta
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[@onewiththeneos]

Mark being the first pick, it's an obvious thing to do and Eric is a true genius for this.

[@thatkpopsis]

Well Mark Lee is a pro at debuts 😂

[@oncloud_940]

Him throwing in mark first is so understandable! And what NCT has 300 members lmao! I am a pre debut stan of eric's Avengers group!

[@icedcoffee127]

Mark being the first pick is just self-explanatory 😌💚

[@kiacaramugan8104]

he's making it like NCT 😭😭😭😭

[@JM-us7zf]

Mark really debuts a lot😂

[@Aw_meow]

I understand I’ll take V too cuz him being V is enough explanation man is unmatched <a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="436">7:16</a>

[@shiwanisingh3152]

Mark nct can literally do anything ❤

[@ftsutr]

Mark is really an all-rounder!

[@tenjun_nieh]

Thank you Eric for mentioning TEN and YANGYANG of WayV <a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="495">08:15</a>

[@fluffs.]

Mark? Vernon? This man has TASTE 💖

[@Bellafrankie]

Absolutely loved the Jackson Wang interview. Eric you are an amazing interviewer, artist and a human.

[@ftsutr]

Mark the ace of kpop✨️

[@billykbill]

Dude, that’s literally who I would pick too lol - Mark, Lisa, Chan and Hwasa 😱

[@ailyn-5801]

yesss V is just V💜💜

[@mkpoo]

Mark Lee yesss the taste!!! Ace of kpop it is ✨

[@sammy9432]

my man has a good taste forming a group! Jungkook and V! I'm excited to your new music eric naaaaaaaam

[@kuj9794]

I am so happy to know Eric and to be his fan. He is a wonderful person, he's so opened with people and I think the kpop community really needs him a lot. It's hard to have a nice show these days where people can just open up and feel comfortable without the necessity to be extra or to fake anything just for the sake of views. And Eric has that show, literally, the dive studios is one of the best things, they have such great quality contents. That you, Eric, for being this type of person who makes people comfortable and who speaks what needs to be spoken.

[@IamKimsational]

I really love to read comments that are meaningful and so very genuinely kind about the artists' talents. Love your comment, and appreciate fans like you! ❤😊

[@kuj9794]

@@IamKimsational 🥹 thank you. It made my day 🤗 I'm happy to know people have the same opinion as me and they really respect the artists

[@suwaitunexo-landnctzen379]

All rounder mark lee is everywhere I really proud of my bias💚

[@michellemckinney4678]

Awe… I was hoping he was going to say Jackson Wang! That was a stand out interview for me. That was the interview that made me realize how not only how awesome JW is, but that Eric really asked great and thoughtful questions…it was like hearing two friends talking.

[@Ndlev]

“NCT has like 300”JAJAJAJAJ I LOVED!!!

[@riaaaj0267]

Jungkook is always the first BTS member that comes to people's minds😮🥰 <a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="428">7:08</a>

[@BrimNie]

A very interesting interview with lots of good questions. Always love you Eric. May your friendship with V and Jk always be strong

[@yoyo-wf4gk]

V just V😂💗

[@maghfiraputrikaharunia8953]

thank you for saying this eric, your words mean a lot to "be nice to each other" in terms of this fandom world

[@nomadnuggets716]

NCT members that Eric nam mentioned <a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="359">5:59</a> Mark <a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="496">8:16</a> TEN <a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="504">8:24</a> Yangyang

[@fathimafidha1274]

You're absolutely right.. I agreed that you selected bangchan and mark

[@zekmohd]

Eric is always so funny. So chill and it always feels good watching him.

[@tenjun_nieh]

We know ten is such a good dancer uwuwu <a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="501">8:21</a>

[@marwam5425]

" V because he’s just V . You don’t need to explain that "

[@ToriSoboro]

LISAA!! Queen of KPOP🖤🩷

[@rubypearl174]

JUNGKOOKS VOCALS ARE UNMATCHED ❤

[@pdppoulamidaspramanick]

"let's go to 20! " lol this man 😂❤

[@jeimseutv]

V is definitely going to give you the soulful sultriness that you want in some music. Mark is just... MARK and Ten of course is going to give you the moooooves honey. I would stan that 16-person group. I agree with the hot take as well. People need to be more mindful of what they say online because the idols that we love are ONLINE and can see what we post. If you can't say anything nice, keep it to yourself.

[@meshyllmarquez640]

Hwasa badass Queen 👑 🔥 🔥 🔥

[@bts_infires_maaan.656]

V is just V............❤ Right!

[@pdppoulamidaspramanick]

Eric you good looking son of a gun we're proud of you 😂❤

[@Brianna58321]

Vernon as an ace is exemplary taste

[@wa3849]

Yess V is just V🔥 u know what u mean

[@_k_815]

That is so cute - how he chose JK and V in his avengers group - Love Eric Nam

[@kuj9794]

<a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="567">9:27</a> Eric, you're amazing for saying this. Kinda we all know this, but some of us must really be told some stuff. This is really a sensitive topic, but people should really listen to what you just said. It is only true that you guys want to just make great music and have fun and be happy, but some people out there take everything as a competition an they think it's ok to hate on someone else if they're in the on-line world. That's really sad. But thank you, Eric, for spitting out facts and showing people what they should focus on. You're an amazing person, Eric.

[@swarthakaghosh7186]

"BTS? We’re going to take Jungkook, because I am obsessed with his new song. And we’re going to take V. Because V and I go way back. V’s just V. Like we don’t really need to explain that.” 🥺💜💚

[@nynkeveen2581]

bruh I love eric so much like he's so genuine is anything he does or says.

[@nerdy__3000]

I agree with Eric, I would love to hear Good For You recreated again!!!!!!!!!

[@yoondonam88]

Ditto

[@ilovegreen285]

Mark (jack of all trade) Hwasa (Queen) Lisa (Queen) Bangchan NJ Jk V (my fave for sure) Jessi Vernon

[@user-fw3kt1xh6i]

YEIIII BANG CHAN

[@dariusk5622]

Can' wait for him to come back soon!

[@kayshelton888]

Love and agree with his comments about being nice!

[@sokhihfx1754]

Love this man ! Beautiful artist, and most of all he is kind hearted and make everyone so comfortable around him ❤ best friend ever kind a guy ❤

[@celesta1450]

That was fun! Eric, you're amazing. And I was sure you'd pick Jackson's itw as 1 of your all-time favs :)

[@acmikso]

Eric is so sweet and always makes me laugh!

[@julietar4441]

this was a great interview! really good questions! Eric Nam got the UNO reverse card here!

[@efija]

Love the confidence! He is a person I really look up to when it comes to open and sensitive communication and seeing him giving compliments to himself like that is very inspiring (⁠灬⁠º⁠‿⁠º⁠灬⁠)⁠♡

[@Stellassounds]

Eric is always so chill and naturally funny I love to watch him 😊

[@erilessa97]

See you in Buenos Aires 🥹

[@soulmatehyeon]

who came here for Eric's mandarin? 😏 btw Eric, you're looking good! just want you to know that we can't wait to see your new album drop! #HouseonaHill

[@gabbiimarie]

literally so intelligent

[@spruillgirl1458]

Being nice equates to LOVE. 💯 on the video detail and perfection of K-Pop! Why #EricNam is so very likable! ❤

[@kuj9794]

This interview was really amazing! Thank you for having him and thank you for preparing such good questions 🤗

[@xiomymendez1930]

damnn Eric your skin is really glowing omg??? and I loved the interview!!! pls know that Nam Nation is sooooo excited for your new album and House on a Hill is on repeat

[@Joonivy]

I've seen Eric speaks English so much I forgot he was a Korean artist

[@user-el2ne2gj9n]

I’d throw in Wendy and Seulgi for sure, aces for a reason❤

[@gyli6287]

Great interview 👍🙆‍♀️🙆‍♀️🙆‍♀️😍 Figthing Eric💪💪💪~ Yes😀 V is Just V 💜💜💜

[@swagsuga2081]

<a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="326">5:26</a> here it is army😂💜

[@user-es1ii1mk4x]

eric nam music is insane its masterpiece and bop❤❤

[@user-qq2dl1xl5v]

Eric Nam is so charming❤️‍🔥😭❤️‍🔥

[@miau6035]

eric is such an awesome human

[@sabpchr0325]

Great interview, loved the questions! I would definitely stan your avengers kpop group😂 And you're right, if people would just be nice to each other, I think the community would be a very happy place :)

[@hobisholysprite]

<a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="133">2:13</a> Eric doesnt play about with vocals.And visuals 😏

[@Beccah0206]

I can't wait to see you in Chicago and Columbus!!!

[@gwendlyn31]

Love, love Eric! He is so handsome, sweet kind and an incredible singer!!!!!❤❤❤❤❤

[@nerdy__3000]

Eric Nam, I LOVE YOU

[@fdoctor79]

I love watching home tour videos, too. I wish all the best to Eric. Such a talented and insightful artist. Tfs

[@shannonconway5806]

Great questions! Really enjoyed this, thank you Vogue! Also. Nam Nation is the nicest, least fan war-iest and I really think it reflects Eric which makes me proud

[@jancordelia]

I hope more people get to know you cause you are beyond amazing. I've always loved your sense of humor and u never fail to make laugh🥺 i love how youthful your soul is, how hardworking, creative u are as a human being, and how down to earth, yet sassy and genuine u r. You will always have my support❤ thank you for existing and being a part of my life

[@harukaSHINee]

Someone please make this Avengers team fr and I'm gonna stan them so hard 😂

[@viannanolen-peters1392]

Awww I like Eric!😘

[@ydflute]

Such a wonderful interview! Eric has great personal charm indeed❤

[@fn5758]

Eric Nam 🇹🇷

[@wonyoung.97]

Lisa Jungkook Taehyung Hwasa my personal favs!🔥

[@bdoubletea]

Love this man. Can’t wait for this album to drop

[@vaneg7710]

Great interview 🎉 Eric !! Stay healthy king 🫶🏼

[@sageenjeyachandran2449]

My bias would be lisa😂

[@CarmyThree]

Vernon 💎💎💎

[@thatkpopsis]

<a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="327">5:27</a> Eric picking his avengers K-pop group!

[@Jennasu]

What a great interview!

[@megneyong6768]

Always love listening to you speak. You're awesome

[@meteor561]

ㅋㅋ 넘 재밌고 위트있는 인터뷰였어요 그리고 좋은질문들도 많네용

[@VJK-wm8cv]

Спасибо , Эрик, за эту оценку Тэхёна и Чонгука, как сильных личностей и их таланта Ты классный парень, люблю твоё творчество

[@gailooo1895]

Loved this self interview…Jackson’s interview was very open and honest…loved your idol pics….Wishing Eric amazing success with the new Album 💜

[@musicscreen910]

This is such a great interview, thank you vogue ;)

[@sarahdrio4623]

So chill!

[@desaklantingsari9709]

Maaaaaarrkkkk💚💚💚

[@Ndlev]

MY TOP BARBIE LEE MARK

[@_A_Boo]

He should assemble this Avenger Team for a once a year thing-award show thing. And juste like the Avengers, people come and go, changes.

[@ibrremote]

Great stuff from him.

[@meliza4159]

Eric is such a great mannh love youu 😘😘

[@hsm10091]

You have me Love Eric🌸 I love You so much Eric💖 I miss You everyday Eric🌼 I am so proud of You Eric💗 You are the really Best Eric💓 I think of You everyday Eric🌷 You are so lovely, gorgeous Eric😘😍

[@billykbill]

NCT has like 300 - killed me 😂

[@teresademichele9808]

Stupendo 🙌❤️🇮🇹❤️🙌

[@Misfitdruid]

I love this man so much. 🤣🤣