[Credit: YouTube’s TEO] R&B artist Naul revealed his past health struggles during an appearance on the YouTube channel TEO’s segment Salon Drip. The singer shared that a diagnosis of vocal cord polyps caused the delay in releasing his new music. Naul explained that his throat was in severe pain and that he was unable to produce sound for two years. He added that vocal cord polyps often require surgery, and if the procedure goes wrong, it can permanently affect one’s ability to sing.
[Credit: YouTube’s TEO] When host Jang Do Yeon asked about his current health, Naul reassured fans by saying that the polyp had miraculously disappeared. He added with emotion that it healed naturally and that he could sing again, expressing deep gratitude for being able to perform once more. Vocal cord polyps are growths that form on the vocal cords and often affect individuals who frequently use their voices, including singers and teachers.
[Credit: Long Play Music] Naul is widely known for his perfectionist nature, often pushing himself to the limit during practice sessions. Fellow artist Jung Yup once described him as either obsessed with practice or simply obsessed, while actor Gong Yoo recalled being shocked to see Naul warming up his voice for two to three hours straight. Such accounts indicate that his intense training habits may have contributed to his vocal cord problems.
[Credit: YouTube’s TEO] Naul made his debut in 1999 with the R&B group Anthem before rising to fame as a member of Brown Eyes and Brown Eyed Soul. He is regarded as one of South Korea’s top four male vocalists, often mentioned alongside Kim Bum Soo, Park Hyo Shin, and Lee Soo. Naul continues to impress audiences with his unique tone and powerful vocal performances.
