From National Singer to Deeper Destiny Reading
In Part 1, we explored how Kim Gun-mo rose from a musical prodigy to a national superstar.
Now, let’s dive deeper into the hidden flavors of his K-Bazi. 🍲
What If He Had Been a Salaryman?
👉 “What if Kim Gun-mo had chosen the stable path of a salaryman?”
For corporate life to fit well in K-Bazi terms, two stars need balance:
- Gwan-Seong (官星, Official Star) → rules, order, company system
- Sik-Sang (食傷, Output Star) → talent and self-expression
In short, you need to follow the system while showing results and creativity.
And to climb higher later in life? You need In-Seong (印星, Resource Star):
- Jeong-In (正印, Proper Resource) → learning, documents, nurturing
- Pyeon-In (偏印, Unorthodox Resource) → intuition, senses, adaptability
With strong Resource Stars, one can build steadily and eventually sit in leadership positions.
But in Kim Gun-mo’s Chart?
😮 No Output Stars!
😮 Weak Resource Stars!
What does this mean?
- Without Output → talent and expression become unbalanced.
Instead of calm communication, it bursts out in eccentric and exaggerated ways.
(Yes, those quirky antics on TV come from here 🤪) - With weak Resource → he doesn’t read the room, just plays his own tune.
Teamwork suffers, and people around him get frustrated. 😂
So, could he endure a quiet office life full of reports and bosses’ demands?
Nope. ❌
Where Does He Truly Shine?
👉 On a path of art, creativity, and free expression.
That’s where his destiny blossoms.
A similar example? Webtoon artist Kian84.
On shows, he looks random and eccentric, yet his genius is undeniable.
Kim Gun-mo belongs in the same category.
✅ Summary
Kim Gun-mo’s destiny is clear:
He is not made for a “salaryman’s life” but for the stage as a quirky, one-of-a-kind artist. 🎤✨
📅 2002 – Entering a New Luck Cycle
In 2002, Kim Gun-mo entered the Gi-Yu (己酉) Luck Cycle, where the Metal (金) energy descended from the Heavenly Stem to the Earthly Branch.
In fact, since 1999, his destiny had already been shifting—signaling the end of Act 1 and the beginning of Act 2.
That year, while there were no major hit songs, he continued his activities steadily and even purchased a villa in Bangbae-dong, building up his wealth.
🚦 The Meaning of Gun-Shin Dae-Jwa (君臣對坐)
Astrologically, 2002 was a year of Gun-Shin Dae-Jwa (君臣對坐) with the arrival of Im (壬) Water.
This represents a time of self-reflection,
👉 asking himself, “Have I come this far successfully?” and reorganizing the direction of his life.
📉 2003–2004 – A Period Felt Like Retirement
In 2003, although there was no official retirement announcement, his activities decreased dramatically.
To fans, it felt like a practical hiatus—almost as if he had stepped away from the stage.
🔋 2005 – The Comeback Declaration
In 2005, he held a press conference and boldly declared:
👉 “Recharge complete! Time to run again!”
marking his official return to the entertainment scene.
🎶 2006 – Steady Performances, No New Hits
In 2006, he continued to perform, but no new hit songs emerged.
Instead, the public began to view him with a new image:
👉 “A great singer, but why is he still unmarried?” 🤔
✅ Summary
The Gi-Yu (己酉) Luck Cycle from 2002 brought stability under the flow of Metal energy.
Though it wasn’t as explosive as his golden years,
he maintained his place on stage and spent a decade as a steady, established musician.
📅 2012 – Entering the Wu-Shin Luck Cycle
In 2012, Kim Gun-mo entered the Wu-Shin (戊申) Luck Cycle,
a period where the Metal (金) energy began to fade.
This phase can be seen as a time of self-reflection.
Celebrating his 20th debut anniversary, he held commemorative albums, fan events, and even released an autobiography.
👉 “I’ve endured this far!”
It became a truly milestone year. 🎉
📺 2016 – Appearing on My Little Old Boy
The real turning point came in 2016.
Kim Gun-mo joined the variety show My Little Old Boy.
- At first → Audiences were thrilled: “Wow, Kim Gun-mo is back!” 📡
- Soon after → His quirky and eccentric behavior was shown too unfiltered,
and public opinion became deeply divided.
In the end, this decision became the fuse 💣 leading to the 2019 scandal.
🌪️ Seeds of Misfortune
Honestly, if Kim Gun-mo had never appeared on My Little Old Boy,
he might still be remembered solely as a “legend of Korean pop music.” 🎤
But at the time, he was unaware,
👉 saying to himself, “Life is still fine~,”
as he passed through 2018, the fading tail end of Metal energy.
He didn’t know that a storm was waiting right ahead. 🌪️
📅 2019 – Beginning of the Jeong-Mi (丁未) Luck Cycle
2019 marked the start of the Jeong-Mi (丁未) Luck Cycle.
But here’s the problem: this cycle lacked the Metal (金) energy essential in his chart.
It was like driving a car onto the highway without fuel. 🚗💨
And then—the storm hit.
💣 December 2019 – The Scandal
- Dec 6: YouTube channel GaroSero accused Kim Gun-mo of sexual assault → public shock.
- Host: Kang Yong-seok (now suspended as a lawyer until 2028 🙄).
- Dec 9: Official complaint filed with the prosecution.
👉 Two years later, in Nov 2021, the case ended with no charges.
The accusation was cleared, but by then, his broadcasting career had already halted.
“Kim Gun-mo on stage” came to a complete pause. ⏸️
💔 Marriage and Divorce
In the same year, he registered marriage with pianist Jang Ji-yeon, 13 years younger.
But due to the scandal + COVID-19, no wedding was held.
After 2 years and 8 months, the marriage ended in divorce. 💔
😅 Was it the curse of Samjae (Three Calamities), or simply destiny?
At that time, perhaps Kim Gun-mo thought to himself:
“Wait, this isn’t even my Samjae year… so why am I this unlucky?”
In Korea, whenever something bad happens, people often blame it on Samjae.
Samjae (三災) means a three-year cycle of misfortune that visits certain zodiac signs.
People say things like: “The first year hits hardest, the second drags you down, the third wraps it up.”
In simple terms, Samjae is like a three-year typhoon season. 🌪️
📜 The Tradition of Samjae and Zodiac Application
Originally, Samjae referred to three natural disasters: fire, water, and wind.
Later, it was connected to the 12-year Chinese zodiac cycle, expanding into the belief that each group of zodiac signs experiences Samjae years.
This system is based on the Sam-hap (三合), the trinity groupings of zodiac signs.
- 🔥 Fire Trinity (Tiger, Horse, Dog = In, O, Sul)
Samjae years → Shen, You, Sul (Monkey, Rooster, Dog) - 🌳 Wood Trinity (Pig, Rabbit, Goat = Hae, Myo, Mi)
Samjae years → Si, O, Mi (Snake, Horse, Goat) - ⚒ Metal Trinity (Snake, Rooster, Ox = Sa, Yu, Chuk)
Samjae years → Hae, Ja, Chuk (Pig, Rat, Ox) - 💧 Water Trinity (Monkey, Rat, Dragon = Sin, Ja, Jin)
Samjae years → In, Myo, Jin (Tiger, Rabbit, Dragon)
Kim Gun-mo was born in the Year of the Goat (Mi).
So in 2019, the Year of the Pig (Hae), it was not technically his Samjae year.
And yet, misfortune struck.
But people still needed a convenient explanation.
“It’s just bad luck—it must be Samjae.”
It’s simple and comforting to say that.
🤔 The problem, however, is this:
If Samjae were truly the cause, the same pattern should repeat every 12 years.
But reality doesn’t always follow such neat cycles.
⚡ Samjae Excuse? Or Self-Reflection?
The reason I bring up Samjae is simple.
Blaming every misfortune on Samjae is dangerous.
Good things? “It’s because of my skills!”
Bad things? “It’s because of Samjae!”
If so, where does self-reflection go? 🙄
In fact, the essence of Bazi (Four Pillars) is simple.
👉 “It’s a study of knowing yourself.”
It’s a tool to look objectively at your personality, strengths, and weaknesses.
And once you recognize your flaws, the real task is figuring out how to improve them.
The same applies to fortune.
When good fortune arrives, you need to sow seeds early to see flowers bloom and harvest fruits later. 🌱🌸
Just sitting still and saying, “Good luck is coming my way!” won’t magically create success.
🔥 The Road Ahead: The Choice Is Yours
Looking at Kim Gun-mo’s chart, in 2026 the energy of Byeong Fire (丙火) enters, signaling another period of turbulence.
Then in 2029, a full Byeong Fire Luck Cycle begins.
So, what does this mean?
The answer is simple.
👉 Fate flows on its own, but the choices within it are entirely yours!
- Neglect your health, and illness will come.
- Fail to guard your words and actions, and scandals will follow.
- Obsess over money, and you’ll get caught in lawsuits and financial troubles.
That is the reality of “fortune.”
People often ask, “What will happen to me in the future?”
But the truth is, the answer is already clear.
👉 “It all depends on what YOU do!” 😎
🎤 A Wish from a Fan’s Heart
Personally, I don’t miss Kim Gun-mo the entertainer on shows like “My Ugly Duckling.”
What I truly long to see again is Kim Gun-mo the singer, standing on stage.
Yes, he has faced many hardships along the path he chose,
but in the hearts of fans, he still remains a legendary vocalist.
One day, I sincerely hope to see him return,
filling the stage once again with his unique soulful voice. 🙌🎶
