Ailee’s performs Don’t Leave Me (JYP)
20 May 2012 Leave a Comment
in ailee, asian, immortal song 2, korean, kpop, other shows Tags: ailee, asian, immortal song, jyp, kpop, lyn, park jin young
I love this girl! And I love this song!
It’s Ailee‘s cover of the JYP‘s song Don’t Leave Me 날 떠나지마 (performed on Immortal Song 2).
I liked Ailee even before she debuted in Korea. I remember enjoying her covers. She has a very good voice and she could belt too! I’ve been watching a lot of her performances lately on Inmmortal Song 2 and I’m loving this girl more and more!
For two weeks now, they did covers of JYP songs — songs he sang and those he composed. Last week, I enjoyed Lyn’s performance of Bad Girl, Good Girl in acoustic version. Lyn is very popular for doing this, remember her version of Oh, Heartbreaker, Bo Beep Bo Beep… But just that she has done it so many times in other shows, that it was kind of not the song she should have sung. But enough about Lyn.
So Ailee did the cover of JYP’s Don’t Leave Me 날 떠나지마. I was actually looking forward to this performance because it was Ailee and this is my favorite JYP song (yes it’s very very old!). And Ailee nailed it!! It had Park Jin Young vibe! I think even the JYP himself was quite happy with how she sang the song. I just loved it! Ailee is so good!!! And props to bringing Shorry to the performance.
Enjoyed every minute of this performance.
**credits: as tagged
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Dalamatian’s Comeback with E.R (MV)
16 May 2012 Leave a Comment
in asian, dalmatian, korean, kpop Tags: asian, dalmatian, daniel, day day, jisu, kpop
Since their debut, I really liked this group. and so I was glad that they’re making a come back after more than a year of hiatus.
It’s Dalmatian with E.R.
I haven’t really been paying attention to Kpop news — too busy having a vacation and watching all the dramas and movies that I missed. So When I saw this MV I was frantically looking for Day Day. I thought my eyes were deceiving me. A quick google search told me that he has quit the group for personal reasons. NOOOOOO! Sigh.. the group has a new singer rapper, Simon. I have to admit he is pretty good looking, but Dalmatian is different without Day Day!! Oh well I have Daniel and Jisu to root for now.
The reason why I liked Dalmatian was because of how they were structured — 3 guys would rap and the other 3 would sing. They were like a nice hip hop pop group. But with this new song, I didn’t really hear a lot of rap. I mean, I know how good singers Jisu and Daniel are, but it sounds a little different to me. Maybe a little more mainstream. It’s too common. Compared to their past songs, this one had lesser rap. Maybe they are changing their concept or something, but it’s just not the same — Dalmatian without a lot of rap in their songs… too different! Wonder what MC Mong would have said if he heard this song.
But but but.. on the plus side.. the video was hot! Though a little morbid and stuff (wonder how it feels like to be stuffed in that body bag!). About time they showed off their bodies!! Kya! fan girling! Also, the painted tattoos were not as bad as I thought it would be. I love how they showed off the manly side of Jisu and Daniel! Omona! Jisu.. you’ve matured so much! As usual Youngwoon has the hair that catches your attention! Remember his blue hair? Well I haven’t seen him have long curly locks!
Conclusion: Song — good but it’s doesn’t give me the Dalmatian vibe. Video — sizzling hot except for the morbid parts!
**credits: cjenmusic@yt
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The Chaser – Infinite (MV)
16 May 2012 2 Comments
in asian, infinite, korean, kpop Tags: asian, Hoya, infinite, korean, kpop, L, sunggyu
I was supposed to make two other posts yesterday but sleep got the better of me.
So Infinite has come back with a new song called The Chaser 추격자.
I wasn’t really an Infinite fan when they first started out. A friend of mine was and was trying to make me like them. But I did like how graceful and well coordinated they are when they move. But when I heard Be Mine, that song blew me off and now I’m rooting for them! Though I still have to get to the part where I have to identify their names… I can recognize their faces though I only know Sunggyu, L and Hoya.
I was expecting a lot from this song, but I was a little bit disappointed that it did not match up to Be Mine 내꺼하자. The song does sound a bit like Be Mine. I think this is the sound that Infinite want us to recognize that it’s theirs. When I hear something like this I get the Be Mine feeling. I think Be Mine had a much stronger sound that sticks to your head. But don’t get me wrong, I like the song, maybe I was just expecting a song that could top Be Mine. That being said, Be Mine is my favorite Infinite song (then Cover Girl and Amazing!).
Now on to the video… well there’s this thing about the car that was tumbling over… its to put it in a nice way, not edited properly. There was nothing wrong with L’s acting just that it was ridiculous to see that same car tumbling over and it’s not even convincing for me. It’s like they just replayed, rewind, fast forward it, took it from another angle. I think they could have done better! The dance as usual was flawless. I think that’s why I like watching them boys because they are so in sync when they dance. Now I want to see the dance version of the MV.
So to conclude, though this was a good song, to me it isn’t their best song. I still think Be Mine is the best release Infinite song!
**credits: wooliment@yt
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Xiah Junsu’s TARANTALLEGRA!
15 May 2012 7 Comments
in asian, DBSK, junsu, jyj, korean, kpop, stars, xiah junsu Tags: asian, DBSK, dong bang shin ki, jyj, kpop, xiah, xiah junsu
When I learned that Xiah Junsu was going to release a his solo album I was thrilled to the max! And I think it’s about time!
And he has released his song Tarantellegra.
As his fan since he was DBSK, I am so happy!! My Kpop addiction started my DBSK craziness and Junsu was my favorite back then (recall mode: drooling over his biceps in Mirotic). To me he has the best vocals in the group (and I think the critics would agree too) and the best dancer! Though some would say Yunho is the best, but Xiah for me was more graceful and fluid, Yunho’s was a bit more powerful to my liking and too serious. So as a fan I’m thrilled for his album.
As for the song, I didn’t really get it at first. Honestly I was a bit hesitant to make this post, but I give credit to my Junsu fandom. When I saw the title of the song I was like.. where did I hear this.. and yes, it’s Harry Potter! No wonder it sounded so familiar! It was the dancing feet spell Draco Malfoy used against Harry when they dueled. (sorry I like Harry Potter too much!). And this is what the music is supposed to be. I’m not very keen on it at first but after listening to it a few times it was getting to me. So now it sounds good — it’s a dance track. Now I wish he would really promote a slow song!
Honestly… I am not a fan of the video. I know the message is supposed to be about in a spell.. but it was too dark and I don’t know I feel like something was not right. Sorry Junsu, though I like you, I think this video was awful! (my opinion guys so don’t bash!) I especially don’t like the part when they dyed your hair orange and they let you wear that ridiculous outfit with two girls dancing beside you! OMG!!! Omona… memories of the Ayy Girl MV are creeping in..
The only consolation I had with this video is how awesome you were dancing! And I think the dance was quite powerful. Oh and did anyone notice that his back-up dancers were not Korean? Anyway, though it’s a powerful MV, I just didn’t like it.
I would very much like to see him perform this on the broadcast shows, but I’m not sure if that is going to happen! Sad… it would be nice to have him promote a slow ballad too.
Verdict for this: It’s better to hear the song! But watch the MV to support him.
**credits: CJESJYJ@yt
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Royal Pirates Covers Ailee’s Heaven
31 Mar 2012 Leave a Comment
in asian, korean, other artists, royal pirates Tags: ailee, asian, heaven, kpop, royal pirates
It’s been a long time since I’ve seen them… and I mean a really long time! I was wondering when they’d be back with another cover!! I am talking about Royal Pirates!
They recently uploaded to their youtube channel a cover of Ailee‘s Heaven.
So who are they?? If you started your Kpop fandom sometime around 2009 you might recognize them as the group that covered Nobody and Sorry Sorry. These covers became quite popular at that time. I especially liked the Sorry Sorry cover at that time. (Sorry I can’t post the videos because their channel has marked it private 
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But now they’ve come back and they even added a bass section to the band hurray!
There is a note on the video in youtube. It said:
“As the Royal Pirates mentioned earlier today on Facebook and Twitter, we wanted to share a small piece of what RP has been up to lately. After almost 7 months since their last public performance, we all have been working passionately in Korea for RP’s next step. Hope you guys enjoy this raw cover RP recently recorded for you all~ More exciting updates to come!”
Does this mean they will be debuting in Korea?? Omo! I can’t wait. There is always room for rock/alternative bands in Korea. I think rock is becoming more of a mainstream now in the Hallyu scene! Another hurray!!! I think it’s about time!
I can’t wait for them to debut! Good luck to you guys!!
**credits: fadingfromdawn@yt
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I Wonder If You Hurt Like Me – 2AM (with lyrics)
29 Mar 2012 Leave a Comment
in 2AM, asian, korean, kpop Tags: 2AM, asian, changmin, jinwoon, jokwon, kpop, seulong
I’m liking this song a lot recently. I always thought I did not like ballads but I don’t know what it is about 2AM songs that make me really feel good even when it’s a sad song.
Before putting up the video of 2AM‘s I Wonder If You Hurt Like Me 너도 나처럼, I’m putting the prequel to understand the story of the video:
Prequel
Music Video
I know they have released this video for some time already and they have in fact won an award on Music Bank, but I’ve been lagging on posting something. And I think now is the perfect time to post it. There is no doubt that 2AMs voices are still powerful as ever. I have to say though that Jinwoon’s voice has greatly improves (and I don’t mean in a biased manner). I think now he sings better compared to Confession of a Friend. I like how Jokwon’s high pitched voice has become stronger, not I have to say the chorus sounds stronger than before. The songs on this album are noteworthy and very very nice.. it’s a good album.. so good that I want to buy the physical album!
For the music video, we usually get teasers for a music video, but for this I love that they did a prequel as well as interviewed women’s opinions of breaking up. I know I sound like a fan girl but I love how the maknae stars in the video! Aigoo, the maknae has grown a lot! The video was sad but it’s kinda creepy to watch Jinwoon moving, hugging the lifeless body! But its a Kpop video so they can do pretty much anything to get the message to the viewers.
I love this song so much, that I’m putting the lyrics! kk I just want to sing this song a lot..
I Wonder If You Hurt Like Me / Neodo Nacheoreom – Romanization
Haru jongil ni saenggakman hada ga
Han ga dak nunmuri, meotdaero jureureuk heureunda
Georeum georeum ni moseubi bal byeoseo
Ireul hada gado, nado moreuge tto heureunda
(ohh oh oh oh ohh) noraereul bulleo do
(ohh oh oh oh ohh) georireul georeo do
(ohh oh oh oh ohh) ontong ni saenggak ppun inde
Neodo, na cheoreom ireohke apeunji
Neodo, na cheoreom nunmul na neunji
Neodo, haru jongil ireohke
Chueoke saneunji, oh kkok na cheoreom
Eokjirado useul il cham manheunde
Taeyeob inhyeong cheoreom, ju eojin il cheoreom utneun da
(ohh oh oh oh ohh) tv reul boa do
(ohh oh oh oh ohh) chingureul ana do
(ohh oh oh oh ohh) ontong ni saenggak ppun inde
Neodo, na cheoreom ireohke apeunji
Neodo, na cheoreom nunmul na neunji
Neodo, haru jongil ireohke
Chueoke saneunji, oh kkok na cheoreom
Mae ireul useu nikka
Utneun moseub man boyeo ju nikka naega, haengbok han julman ana bwa
Eotteohke useo naega, eotteohke useo, niga eobt neunde
Useo do useo do, nunmuri tto heulleo
Neodo, na cheoreom ireohke apeunji
Neodo, na cheoreom nunmul na neunji
Neodo, haru jongil ireohke
Chueoke saneunji, oh kkok na cheoreom
I Wonder If You Hurt Like Me (English Translation)
As i think only of you all day
A single stream of tear flows on its own
Step by step, i see you
So even as i work, tears flow without me knowing
Even when i sing
Even when i walk the streets
I’m filled with thoughts of you
I wonder if you hurt like me
I wonder if you cry like me
I wonder if you live all day in memories like me
There are many things to laugh about forcibly
Like a wind-up doll, like it’s my job, i laugh
Even when i watch tv
Even when i meet my friends
I’m filled with thoughts of you
I wonder if you hurt like me
I wonder if you cry like me
I wonder if you live all day in memories like me
Because i smile every day
Because i show my smiles,
They think i am happy
But how can i smile, how can i smile without you
I smile and i smile but tears flow again
I Wonder If You Hurt Like Me 너도 나처럼 – Hangeul
하루종일 니 생각만 하다가
한 가닥 눈물이 멋대로 주르륵 흐른다
걸음걸음 니 모습이 밟혀서
일을 하다가도 나도 모르게 또 흐른다
(우후후후후) 노래를 불러도
(우후후후후) 거리를 걸어도
(우후후후후) 온통 니 생각 뿐인데
너도 나처럼 이렇게 아픈지
너도 나처럼 눈물 나는지
너도 하루종일 이렇게 추억에 사는지 꼭 나처럼
억지라도 웃을 일 참 많은데
태엽 인형처럼 주어진 일처럼 웃는다
(우후후후후) TV를 보아도
(우후후후후) 친구를 만나도
(우후후후후) 온통 니 생각 뿐인데
너도 나처럼 이렇게 아픈지
너도 나처럼 눈물 나는지
너도 하루종일 이렇게 추억에 사는지 꼭 나처럼
매일을 웃으니까
웃는 모습만 보여주니까 내가 행복한 줄만 아나 봐
어떻게 웃어 내가 어떻게 웃어 니가 없는데
웃어도 웃어도 눈물이 또 흘러
너도 나처럼 이렇게 아픈지
너도 나처럼 눈물 나는지
너도 하루종일 이렇게 추억에 사는지 꼭 나처럼
**credits: 2AM@yt + romanizedsongs@wordpress + pop!gasa + as tagged
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Southern Island (Live) – Hajji and TJ with Alex
10 Mar 2012 Leave a Comment
in alex, asian, hachi and tj, korean, kpop Tags: alex, alex chu, asian, hajji and tj, 하찌와TJ, kpop
Ok so I am obsessing over Alex Chu at the moment. This would not have happened if I had not seen his cooking show.
Anyway.. since yesterday I have been watching the videos of not only him but as well as the other members of Clazziquai. But I was happy to see this video!! So happy..
It’s the live performance of Hajji and TJ (하찌와TJ) with Alex for the song 남쪽 끝섬 (Namjjok KKeutseom/Southern Island).
I love love love love love this song to the nth level since I heard it on We Got Married. I want to hear it again and again even though I’ve heard it a number of times before. If you’ve watched the show you will most likely remember Alex singing the part “ppoppohago shipseo (I want to kiss you)” to Shinae. Waa I miss watching the first season of WGM!
Anyway.. I changed the way I romanized the name of the band. I used to romanized it like Hachi, but the hangeul character is not the equivalent of ch. If you are interested in the lyrics, you can visit my old post for the song.. Southern Island.
However, up to now, I still don’t have the translation in English. If anyone of you knows where to find it or could do a translation, it would be greatly appreciated. 
**credits: TinkerRuda@yt
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Lover Boy (Studio version MV) – Clazziquai
09 Mar 2012 Leave a Comment
in asian, clazziquai, korean, kpop Tags: alex, alex chu, asian, clazziquai, dj clazzi, horan, kpop
I’m going a bit on a backtrack mode with the video that I am sharing.
Actually this is the first time I saw this video, but this is from a song from Clazziquai way back 2007/2008. Some of you may be familiar with the song, but the video is different as it is the Studio Version of the MV for Lover Boy.
Lover Boy was their single from the album Love Child of the Century. As you may know this is the album which has the song Romeo and Juliet (the one that Alex and Shinae sang in We Got Married). And I have to say that this is to date my favorite Clazziquai album!
I like this video compared to the original one..
The studio version is just plain hilarious… but in a good way. This was before Alex’s stint on We Got Married. I kind of liked this Alex here.. as after being on the show he kind of reverted to the romantic guy Alex… It’s nice to see the fun and cool Alex sometimes! And Horan.. I simply love her!!!!
I am so missing them and I want them to make an album again. They were the first Korean group that I really liked.. Long before I liked Kpop idols. I wish t hey would make more music.. the Clazziquai project music.. its been almost 3 years since they last released an album.
And because I miss them.. here is a bonus video of them singing Love Mode and Come To Me sometime in 2009.
I miss them! Come back with a new album please!!
**credits: fluxus, juliapham07, Rosyjae@yt
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Get To Know Them – Siwon (Super Junior)
04 Mar 2012 Leave a Comment
in asian, choi siwon, get to know them, korean, kpop, super junior, super junior, super junior m Tags: asian, choi siwon, kpop, siwon, suju, super junior
Two straight Get To Know Them posts in 2 days! I couldn’t wait to post this and I am itching to post this..Why? Because he is my bias!
I think he is the most handsome of all the Super Junior members! Sorry but there is no stopping Choi Siwon when it comes to charms, charisma and most especially good manners. This boy is absolutely perfect! Like an angel sent from somewhere.. ok that’s the biased me talking. By the, this post might be a little longer than usual as I have sooo much to put!
Siwon
Siwon
Siwon (시원/始 源)
Real Name: Choi Siwon (최시원/崔 始 源)
Nickname(s): Simba (named by Heechul), Horse (Mal, for his zodiac)
Date of Birth: February 10, 1987 (Apparently, Siwon’s real birthday is April 7, 1986)
Place of Birth: Seoul Gangnam (south of Han River near Apgujung) (서울 강남)
Height: 183 cm/6′
Weight: 65 kg/143 lb
Blood Type: B
Siblings: younger sister Choi Jiwon
Specialty/Hobby: Singing, Dancing, Acting, Taekwondo, Chinese (language), Playing drums
Facts:
>> He is Christian
>> Aside from being in Super Junior, Siwon is also an actor. He even acted alongside Andy Lau (a very famous Hong Kong actor) in the film “A Battle of Wits”
>> His dad was against him being a super star, and in case you don’t know, he’s dad is a CEO of a pharmaceutical company
>> He studied in China as an exchange student for three months
>> He is famous for being the Super Junior member with a lot of gestures and often times he members imitate him
Videos Videos
Showbiz Extra Interview
On the set of Oh My Lady
Singing Who Am I
Smartphone CF
** I wanted to find the other CFs but, I think this is the best as it shows the Siwon from Athena!
Picture Spam
**credits: as tagged + www.super-legacy.com + asianfanatics.net + arirangworld, JongwoonIsLove, sherbetshaz and 101010ayumi @ yt
Get To Know Them – Donghae (Super Junior)
03 Mar 2012 Leave a Comment
in asian, get to know them, korean, kpop, super junior, super junior, super junior m Tags: asian, donghae, kpop, suju, super junior
I haven’t been posting any Get To Know Them stuff for almost a year now. And since most often than not, people are directed to this blog because of the pictures, so I am trying my best to post as much Get To Know Them as I can this vacation!
I have to continue with Super Junior and the next on my list is Lee Donghae. ~~ I know a lot of people who would go gaga over him!
Donghae
Donghae
Real Name: Lee Donghae (이동해/李 東 海)
Nickname: Fishy (물고기, it’s actually just “fish” but because of how Koreans pronounce it, it became “Fishy” to international fans),
Date of Birth: October 15, 1986
Place of Birth: Mokpo in Southern Jeolla Province (Jeollanamdo Mokpo/전라남도 목포)(전라남도 목포)
Height: 175 cm/5′ 8.9″
Weight: 60 kg/132 lb (Donghae mentioned on Itta Upta 4/4/09 that he weighed 59kg)
Blood Type: A
Siblings: older brother Donghwa
Specialty/Hobby: Dancing, Exercise, Singing, Watching movies
Facts:
>> It was his late father that encouraged him to be a singer
>> He is the easiest one to cry, and according to other SJ members, his crying style changes everytime
>> He tries his best during variety shows
>> He was supposed to be in a group with DBSK’s Uknow.. but aren’t we mighty glad he is with Super Junior!
>> His name means East Sea
Videos Videos
Showbiz Extra Interview
Donghae’s Powerful Dance
Donghae Imitating Siwon
** Donghae always does this! And it’s always funny.. the best imitation however was when they guested in Come To Play last 2009, but I could not find the clip anywhere. There are some full videos but I only wanted that clip
Picture Spam
**credits: as tagged + www.super-legacy.com + SHRINX4SiHaeTV, sherbetshaz and vitaminDeminy@yt
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