South Korean President Sings “American Pie” At WH

NBC News reports:

He was the guest of honor, but South Korea’s leader wasn’t supposed to deliver the performance of the night, too. President Yoon Suk Yeol stole the show at Wednesday’s White House state dinner with a rendition of his favorite song, “American Pie.”

Wearing a black bow tie and tuxedo jacket with a South Korean flag pinned to his lapel, Yoon delivered the first few lines a cappella and continued crooning to huge cheers and a standing ovation from guests including Angelina Jolie.

President Joe Biden led the acclaim for his counterpart’s musical abilities, telling Yoon he had “no damn idea” he could sing. “I understand that you like the guitar as well,” Biden said, handing a beaming Yoon an autographed guitar from Don McLean himself.

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President Biden coaxed President Yoon Suk Yeol of South Korea to sing Don McLean’s “American Pie” during a state dinner on Wednesday. Yoon did not look like he needed much convincing.https://t.co/Icivhp70Pn pic.twitter.com/CH0fqJrWcd

— The New York Times (@nytimes) April 27, 2023

Korea President Yoon Suk Yeol sings “American Pie” by Don McLean during entertainment portion of State Dinner with President Biden. pic.twitter.com/M91Tj4WrHa

— Howard Mortman (@HowardMortman) April 27, 2023