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It's sort of not intended pun..but then it's sort of true.. I have no idea what's going on CCM Ceo mind by adding new members in T-ara..
I can't listen to the song more than a minute.. I tried, it's just so not my music style. The chorus was such a let down.. It sound familiar..in a bad way. There's something about the music arrangement that got me cringed.
The rap part was somewhat okay..but it just feel like fast talking instead of rap.. Not one thing of the song that I like..and it's not one of those song that I would gradually like. Sure, I could be singing parts of it but I would hate myself afterwards.. like G.na's 2HOT. That..oh gosh, like what's wrong with Korean listeners? WHY you like that song??
Kpop song are always catchy..but erghh..not all I'm proud of liking.
Monday 23 July 2012
Top 20 KPop You should Know!
Continued from the previous post...it's way too long, I had to separate into two parts! Here are my TOP 20!!
20. Bubble pop - Hyun A Love the song, hate the MV. This is one rare moment when I wished I had listen to the song first then watch MV because the MV ruined it for me. I can barely sit through the whole MV. Super uncomfortable to watch her dancing, and I'm just disappointed that was the concept of the song. The song is bubbly cute but the MV urgh.
19. Dirty Cash - Big Bang Usually a meaningful song has that mellow feel to it right? But this song is so much fun. I love the MV a lot ahaha. Suddenly image of cross dressing TaeYang comes to mind. I love they're poking fun while still making sense. Yeah, no I don't want your dirty cash~!
18. Noona Nomu Yeppo ( Replay) - SHINee I'm still waiting for SHINee to sing a song like this again. They initially was set to be sort of hip hop ish..but then they're just regular Kpop group again. I love the progress of SHINee but I wish to see something different and not just in fashion.
17. This Song - 2AM The lyrics are sad. So there's a Malaysian who got the rights to cover in this song in Malay and I'm distraught, why JYP why?! The key point of the song is essentially the lyrics..the feel and it should be sung by the right people! I also don't get why he didn't pick other JYP songs.. This song should be sung by singers who are
16. I don't care - 2NE1 I'd say this is a female power anthem, this song is sassy fun and the video is fun too...that is if you're a female. Now let's move our hands to side to sides girls! LOL "I don't Care eh eh eh e~!"
15. Rainism - Rain Oh boy. There's no one else sing about themselves so proudly like Rain.. I don't even know why I place this among Top 20 but this song is crazily parodied. From the intense head-face-body rubbing to the slick cane dance moves, slick dance moves can be easily turned into hilarious parody. Don't watch the MV, watch performance then watch parody. You'll have a good time. Lol
14. Tell Me - Wonder Girls This song that started out the Wonder Girl craze, the retro concept is wildly popular not only to idol fans but their grandmothers as well. While I don't know the dance well, when this song is at it's peak..almost everybody could dance to this song. Who could forget Sohee's Omona part.. Lol. my favorite part.
13. U - Super Junior Heck yeah. I am bias... NO ONE can take number 13 other than Super Junior. Instead of blabbering countless positive adjectives for this song, I'll tell you the story of my first listen as told by my brother. My brother likes Asian music earlier than I do, one day he told me about this song and he apprently said that I dislike the song. After I became SuJu fan, he told me that I didn't like the song.. I was shock because I don't remember ever that I dislike the song...so yeah fail as E.L.F.
12. I know - Seo Tae Ji and boys I have heard countless of idols or MC said how Seo TaiJi and Boys is the pioneer of Kpop..say what? Well it is true in some ways but I'm in no position to argue.. I have heard covers probably more than 10 times..but I have never actually heard of the original in full. All 3 members are quite controversial.. Seo TaiJi was secretly married to actress Lee Ji Ah..only discovered when they were divorcing, both Yang Hyun Suk (YG boss) and Lee Juno married a much younger person.. Their life is much more interesting..than the song.
11. Mirotic - DBSK Sigh, as a Kpop fan, if I were to introduce a Kpop artiste to a non fan, I would probably introduce DBSK because no other Kpop group as perfect as them. Think of Kpop greatest leader, it's YunHo.. Think of Kpop best vocal, it's JunSu..but JaeJoong and Changmin's vocal are not to be underrated, they're very solid too. All the best can be found in DBSK. SIGHHHH..anyway, Mirotic is a word coined by JaeJoong..I forgot what the meaning, but well, I prefer the Korean title, JuMon which means spell/magic...makes more sense.
10. Mister - Kara SHAKE YA BUTTS~! No matter what they do, they will always be remembered by this song. Who has not watch their performance is seriously missing out...okay maybe not, but it's fun to watch ut anyway..
9. Heartbreaker- G Dragon GD first solo single, proving that he is extremely influential in Kpop. Whatever he does, everyone swoons.. All of his single in the album is solid. If you dislike the usual kpop generics, perhaps this one is up to your alley.
8. Lonely - 2NE1 Auditioners of Kpop competition loves to cover this song.. I would too, since this song has lots of different element and I can relate to it's lyrics. At one point in everyone's life..there are moments we felt lonely right? Check out the acoustic version, that's a better version in my opinion.
7. Abracadabra - Brown Eyed Girls I don't care how popular this song is, I still hate this song. The auto-tune is beyond I could ever handle.. the concept is thumbs down, the MV is not my cup of tea..dance was okay, only after I have watched countless parody. I especially hate the song because it was totally different from what they had promote before.. Like LOVE, that's awesome..Eojada was awesome...this is like woah why?! It's shockingly different.
6. T.O.P. - ShinHwa Have I told you that Koreans love their acronym? yeah? Well I didn't tell you that the acronym are usually funny. Twinkling of Paradise, that's what it stands for, no joke. In this song has more acronym..like DRC (Dangerous, Risky, Crazy) and MIL (Millenium Innocent Love) wtf..but jokes aside, T.O.P. Big Bang and Teen Top names are based on this song. It's a mega hit and idols love to cover this song not only because the song is good but the choreography too!
5. Lies - Big Bang Featuring Gummy! Well, the girl in the beginning is Gummy's voice. Along with Tell Me, this is one of the biggest hits in 2007. There's so many cool easy choreography in this song. My personal favorite is T.O.P. Pointing and circle move..LOL I pretty much know the dance by heart, and I sux at dancing.
4. Tell me your wish (Genie) - SNSD The similarities of the song listed in this chart is it's always covered and parodied. This is no different, but it's the message of the song that made it so favorable to be covered. It has that sexy yet cute vibe..that is right. My all time favorite SNSD song.
3. Sorry Sorry - Super Junior Where do I start, the dance is so dang good! The beats are awesome! Sorry Sorry is very likeable for many reason. If you never heard of this song...don't call yourself a Kpop fan, like, this is serious..you can't call yourself a Kpop fan if you have not listen to this song.
2. Gee - Girls' Generation Gapss..How could this song be just no.2??!! It freaking won more than 9 music ranking chart awards.. It overturned KBS ban on SM artiste, yes..this song is definitely worthy No.1 but I can't change it. Koreans love this song, and I love it too. No hate okay.
1. Nobody - Wonder Girls Even my dad knows this song.. I can go any random space for sure there would have another person who knows this song. When it first come out, I love it..but if you play the song next to me now, I'd probably runaway by the first beat. I can not stand this song anymore. I have listen to every single version and I certainly don't need to listen any new ones. Recently it was rereleased in Japanese, I just can't even think. WHYYYYYYY?! It's a good song no doubt but it's so overplayed..
Top 10 is sure hard.. The last one written in the whole list was Abracadabra..because it didn't cross my mind. I wasn't a fan of this song so obviously it slip my mind. Possible there's tons of Kpop I didn't list because it's not my style or haven't listen but I think all the ranks are in order. Agree or disagree, it's just my opinion of song based on popularity and my liking, if it's soley based on popularity, Jewerly One more time and Bo Beep Bo Beep by T-ara would be included but don't feel like it.
If I'm being totally biased, most of SM song will be included..my favorite song of all time is not even in the list ahemsujumiracleahem. The song listed here are definitely songs that you would think of in the future for at least 10 years. I wish I was part of 1st Generation fan but I'm more on the 2nd generation so yeah, it's flaw in that sense
20. Bubble pop - Hyun A Love the song, hate the MV. This is one rare moment when I wished I had listen to the song first then watch MV because the MV ruined it for me. I can barely sit through the whole MV. Super uncomfortable to watch her dancing, and I'm just disappointed that was the concept of the song. The song is bubbly cute but the MV urgh.
19. Dirty Cash - Big Bang Usually a meaningful song has that mellow feel to it right? But this song is so much fun. I love the MV a lot ahaha. Suddenly image of cross dressing TaeYang comes to mind. I love they're poking fun while still making sense. Yeah, no I don't want your dirty cash~!
18. Noona Nomu Yeppo ( Replay) - SHINee I'm still waiting for SHINee to sing a song like this again. They initially was set to be sort of hip hop ish..but then they're just regular Kpop group again. I love the progress of SHINee but I wish to see something different and not just in fashion.
17. This Song - 2AM The lyrics are sad. So there's a Malaysian who got the rights to cover in this song in Malay and I'm distraught, why JYP why?! The key point of the song is essentially the lyrics..the feel and it should be sung by the right people! I also don't get why he didn't pick other JYP songs.. This song should be sung by singers who are
16. I don't care - 2NE1 I'd say this is a female power anthem, this song is sassy fun and the video is fun too...that is if you're a female. Now let's move our hands to side to sides girls! LOL "I don't Care eh eh eh e~!"
15. Rainism - Rain Oh boy. There's no one else sing about themselves so proudly like Rain.. I don't even know why I place this among Top 20 but this song is crazily parodied. From the intense head-face-body rubbing to the slick cane dance moves, slick dance moves can be easily turned into hilarious parody. Don't watch the MV, watch performance then watch parody. You'll have a good time. Lol
14. Tell Me - Wonder Girls This song that started out the Wonder Girl craze, the retro concept is wildly popular not only to idol fans but their grandmothers as well. While I don't know the dance well, when this song is at it's peak..almost everybody could dance to this song. Who could forget Sohee's Omona part.. Lol. my favorite part.
13. U - Super Junior Heck yeah. I am bias... NO ONE can take number 13 other than Super Junior. Instead of blabbering countless positive adjectives for this song, I'll tell you the story of my first listen as told by my brother. My brother likes Asian music earlier than I do, one day he told me about this song and he apprently said that I dislike the song. After I became SuJu fan, he told me that I didn't like the song.. I was shock because I don't remember ever that I dislike the song...so yeah fail as E.L.F.
12. I know - Seo Tae Ji and boys I have heard countless of idols or MC said how Seo TaiJi and Boys is the pioneer of Kpop..say what? Well it is true in some ways but I'm in no position to argue.. I have heard covers probably more than 10 times..but I have never actually heard of the original in full. All 3 members are quite controversial.. Seo TaiJi was secretly married to actress Lee Ji Ah..only discovered when they were divorcing, both Yang Hyun Suk (YG boss) and Lee Juno married a much younger person.. Their life is much more interesting..than the song.
11. Mirotic - DBSK Sigh, as a Kpop fan, if I were to introduce a Kpop artiste to a non fan, I would probably introduce DBSK because no other Kpop group as perfect as them. Think of Kpop greatest leader, it's YunHo.. Think of Kpop best vocal, it's JunSu..but JaeJoong and Changmin's vocal are not to be underrated, they're very solid too. All the best can be found in DBSK. SIGHHHH..anyway, Mirotic is a word coined by JaeJoong..I forgot what the meaning, but well, I prefer the Korean title, JuMon which means spell/magic...makes more sense.
10. Mister - Kara SHAKE YA BUTTS~! No matter what they do, they will always be remembered by this song. Who has not watch their performance is seriously missing out...okay maybe not, but it's fun to watch ut anyway..
9. Heartbreaker- G Dragon GD first solo single, proving that he is extremely influential in Kpop. Whatever he does, everyone swoons.. All of his single in the album is solid. If you dislike the usual kpop generics, perhaps this one is up to your alley.
8. Lonely - 2NE1 Auditioners of Kpop competition loves to cover this song.. I would too, since this song has lots of different element and I can relate to it's lyrics. At one point in everyone's life..there are moments we felt lonely right? Check out the acoustic version, that's a better version in my opinion.
7. Abracadabra - Brown Eyed Girls I don't care how popular this song is, I still hate this song. The auto-tune is beyond I could ever handle.. the concept is thumbs down, the MV is not my cup of tea..dance was okay, only after I have watched countless parody. I especially hate the song because it was totally different from what they had promote before.. Like LOVE, that's awesome..Eojada was awesome...this is like woah why?! It's shockingly different.
6. T.O.P. - ShinHwa Have I told you that Koreans love their acronym? yeah? Well I didn't tell you that the acronym are usually funny. Twinkling of Paradise, that's what it stands for, no joke. In this song has more acronym..like DRC (Dangerous, Risky, Crazy) and MIL (Millenium Innocent Love) wtf..but jokes aside, T.O.P. Big Bang and Teen Top names are based on this song. It's a mega hit and idols love to cover this song not only because the song is good but the choreography too!
5. Lies - Big Bang Featuring Gummy! Well, the girl in the beginning is Gummy's voice. Along with Tell Me, this is one of the biggest hits in 2007. There's so many cool easy choreography in this song. My personal favorite is T.O.P. Pointing and circle move..LOL I pretty much know the dance by heart, and I sux at dancing.
4. Tell me your wish (Genie) - SNSD The similarities of the song listed in this chart is it's always covered and parodied. This is no different, but it's the message of the song that made it so favorable to be covered. It has that sexy yet cute vibe..that is right. My all time favorite SNSD song.
3. Sorry Sorry - Super Junior Where do I start, the dance is so dang good! The beats are awesome! Sorry Sorry is very likeable for many reason. If you never heard of this song...don't call yourself a Kpop fan, like, this is serious..you can't call yourself a Kpop fan if you have not listen to this song.
2. Gee - Girls' Generation Gapss..How could this song be just no.2??!! It freaking won more than 9 music ranking chart awards.. It overturned KBS ban on SM artiste, yes..this song is definitely worthy No.1 but I can't change it. Koreans love this song, and I love it too. No hate okay.
1. Nobody - Wonder Girls Even my dad knows this song.. I can go any random space for sure there would have another person who knows this song. When it first come out, I love it..but if you play the song next to me now, I'd probably runaway by the first beat. I can not stand this song anymore. I have listen to every single version and I certainly don't need to listen any new ones. Recently it was rereleased in Japanese, I just can't even think. WHYYYYYYY?! It's a good song no doubt but it's so overplayed..
Top 10 is sure hard.. The last one written in the whole list was Abracadabra..because it didn't cross my mind. I wasn't a fan of this song so obviously it slip my mind. Possible there's tons of Kpop I didn't list because it's not my style or haven't listen but I think all the ranks are in order. Agree or disagree, it's just my opinion of song based on popularity and my liking, if it's soley based on popularity, Jewerly One more time and Bo Beep Bo Beep by T-ara would be included but don't feel like it.
If I'm being totally biased, most of SM song will be included..my favorite song of all time is not even in the list ahemsujumiracleahem. The song listed here are definitely songs that you would think of in the future for at least 10 years. I wish I was part of 1st Generation fan but I'm more on the 2nd generation so yeah, it's flaw in that sense
Top 50 Kpop that you should know
Top 50 kpop song that you should know!
I wanted to write MY top 50 Kpop of all time but it's hard because I like to listen my song according to the mood of the moment.. Generally, my favorite kpop song are cutesy and adorable type..but I love some slick dance moves from time to time. This list does have a little bias-ness, but it's definitely about famous song you really have to know..at least!
Be prepare for the long post everrrrr!
50. Baby baby - 4men
Deciding which Kpop as no. 50 is sure harder than picking the top 10.. I'm not really sure of the popularity of this song but it sure is covered a number of times by idols. The song has a beautiful piano playing paired with great vocals. Whether you like ballads or not, this song is beautiful.
49. Tell Me Why - Untouchable feat HwaYoung
If I'm really bias...this song definitely will rank in top 10 as this is one of my all time favorite kpop. The reason it being far end is the popularity isn't high. The song pulls you right in with Hwayoung awesome vocals and paired along with the duo's amazing raps. I love Untouchable very dearly but the star of this song is definitely Hwayoung, when he hit the high notes..it's just damn good!
48. U Go Girl - Lee Hyori
I actually don't really like this song because nothing about the song is my style.. I enjoyed the dance though, it's fun and cute. Maybe if I was a guy I would like the song better.
47. Balloons - DBSK
The cutest thing ever to the point of embarrasing! I would never introduce my non kpop friends this song. I would rather they discovered this themselves. As mention, I love cutesy stuff so this is such a fun song for me. It's actually a classic children song in Korea and this is for summer album so yeah it's just a fun moment.
46. Like being hit by a bullet - Baek Ji Young
The lyrics are definitely violent, lol I really love ballads but somehow kpop ballad doesn't attract me much. This song was released in autumn, the perfect weather for ballads..it was perfect timing for me. Baek Ji Young voice has that sadness feel that suited well for the emotion of this song.
45. Eat You Up - BoA
Being the first English song released by BoA, I had to include it somehow. It's not exactly popular in US but nevertheless I applaud her effort. Her English album is nit bad.. Eat You Up while likeable, is my least favorite single of the album. The lyrics bothered me...though it's still BoA, her dance moves for this song is awesome!
44. Candy - H.O.T.
One of the classic Kpop idol songs. I think most idols would at least have practice this song at one point of their life. The classic dance moves are HeeJun's and WooHyuk's part..it's really happy song and fun. HeeJun said that it's really hard to sing the song live because of the extensive dance routine.
43. Nothing Better - JongYup
I had no idea it was Jong Yup's song..for the longest time. I seriously thought it was SHINee's song because my friend gave me this song along with SHINee's album. Jonghyun did a great job but as soon I listen the original..I knew I love it better. JongYup's vocal control is darn amazing.
42. The Boys - Girls' Generation
Their first attempt to enter international music scene, the boys is rather un kpop ish since SNSD rarely ever rap, it felt awkward but I didn't care that much. I love their outfits in the MV and the girls all look great! It was produced by Teddy Riley, a famous composer.
41. Cry - MBLAQ
I'm really upset that this song did not receive much love as it should have. It was so perfectly composed and the mv is just awesome with the under water scene..dang, I can't open my eyes in water la. I thought Thunder was exceptional in this song, but then again I am bias.
40. When I can't Sing - Se7en
I love the meaning of this song, and I feel sad that the light of a star will fade some day. I wished I didn't know JYP composed it because it really feel like he should be the one singing this song or rather Rain should have this song. Mind you Se7en did a great job, just the overall feel of this song suited better with JYP artiste.
39. Goose's Dream - Insooni
I don't why but I somehow understand the song though I never check the translation. It as if that the song speak for itself. A song that shows the power of music, this song is a classic song that tells a story about the impossible dream. Actually I knew Insooni isn't the original but when the hoobaes covers it, it usually is Insooni's version.
38. Heartbeat - 2PM
gaahh.. 2PM, if I had to pick which group I hate the most, without a doubt it's 2PM. Back in 2009, netizen discovered that Jay Park had written "Korea is Gay" on his personal webpage way before his debut. It outrage the whole country and forces Jay Park to lay down low for a long time. During that period 2PM had a mini album titled 1:59 and this song was released. I was furious because to me it meant being disrespectful to Jay.. Why work when your teammate is having a hard time? Anyway I blog about this before but for the longest time I didn't hear the song and avoid it at all cost. It was definitely hard because the song is MEGA popular. Comedians love to parody it and variety shows always plays the song. Curiosity caught me and then I knew that 2PM will kick Jay out. I meant even with just 6 they got so much success why bother adding Jay back? This song is awesome but I hate the story behind it.
37. Good day - IU
The IT song, there is no way IU is ever going to forget this song for the rest of her life. The infamous 3 Octave part, is always parodied by everyone. I really love her cutesy concept and this song is cute, but it's an upgrade from her previous singles.
36. Before the Dawn - Infinite
Another song that is severly underrated. Why oh why Korean don't make this song no.1? The scorpion dance was so cool. I love every part of the dance routines. the song is dark yet very captivating.
35. Sunset Glow - Big Bang
This song is a cover of Lee Mun Se classic hit and Big Bang intrepretation received a grear review from the man himself. At first I didn't like the song but it steadily grows to my liking. When I listen to the original, I literally had my jaws dropped. I love how Big Bang kept the originality of the song yet it genuinely feels like Big Bang made it.
34. Never Ending Story - BooHwal
What a hard song to sing, thanks to Lee Seung Chul.. I don't know when is the first time listening to it but when I first listen just to a little part of it, I had to listen the full song immediately. I would love to listen to this song in concert and wave my hands side to side.. Just drown myself to the moment of the song.
33. Tonight - DBSK
To me, DBSK is best singing ballads, I know they're amazing dancers but we definitely need a great ballad for Junsu sake, his voice is the best in KPop! All their ballads are great but I prefer this one the most, as I remembered feeling goosebumps when I first heard it.
32. I miss you - Kim Bum Soo
There's no other OST more famous than this. I don't know if it's the composition,the lyrics or Kim Bum Soo's voice but this song is so perfect. It's just is. If you're wondering which OST, it's Stairway to Heaven staring Choi Ji Woo, Kwon Sang Woo and Kim Tae Hee. I don't really remember the drama apart from it being a sad story..but this song I will remember forever.
31. Into the new world - Girls' Generation
I'm a little bit apprehensive about adding this song in the list, but in my opinion, this is a perfect debut song. The dance choreography is eye catching..literally, who can forget the high kick move?! I love the MV, the lyrics and the song is okay..yup, it get's a little boring after a few listen..if I'm not mistaken, it doesn't have any English lyrics, so it felt like a true kpop. It's not one of the most popular Kpop, but it's a good light hearted song.
30. Fiction - Beast
If I had my way, Bad Girl would be on the list...lol but it's a little cutesy for others. I quite love all Beast songs but none felt like worth remembering forever.. Shock and Soom have similar styles, while Beautiful is popular, but it's kinda a dedication to their fans. Fiction won 2011 song of the year in KBS Song Festival, so yeah..that's my only reason this song is in the list.. I really love the first mini album.
29. Bad Girl Good Girl - miss A
Not a fan of the song but I love the dance moves. Eventually I got the song stuck in my head. The parodies are all awesome. A great song to dance to, but not really liking the song.
28. Mother - g.o.d
If you're sensitive, perhaps this song can make you cry...especially if you're Korean. The song tells about a mother's love to her son, probably some part you might not understand like what jajangmyun meant but watching the MV may clear things up.
27. Fantastic Baby - Big Bang
Get ready....! WOW, FANTASTIC BABY! I am telling you, I cannot say wow without saying Fantastic Baby! I really like Blue, so I was looking forward for something mellow from Big Bang..but this song is NOT. So for weeks, I didn't listen to it because it's not something I look forward. But Wow, fantastic baby is addictive. You just want to sing to it and move~!
26. Ring Ding Dong - SHINee
The Engrish is a lot..and till today I have no clue what the song meant. I don't know if it's a coincidence or not but after this song was released, it seem Kpop is filled with ridiculous English.
25. Fan - Epik High
Expect nothing more than perfect from Epik High. Everything is well crafted, the MV is creepy yet goes well with the music, the lyrics are haunting and Epik High skills is no joke. It's so interesting and dark, yet I love it. The song tells about a fanatic fan..you have to watch the MB to understand further!
24. I'm your girl - S.E.S
Without S.E.S. Kpop would not be the same. Before S.E.S. kpop is mostly dominated by male, but these 3 girls are bringing fresh cutesy concept and it rocked Kpop world. This song is definitely a classic that Kpop idols should learn.
23. 10 points out of 10 - 2PM
Regardless of what, in every 2PM interview, the members are often ask about how many points out of 10.. How creative #sarcasm. It's a fun song and G.na is in the MV..plus Jay is still in the group.
22. Wedding Dress - Taeyang
Flawless. Before this song, I never thought Taeyang has good singing technique because well, it don't sound good. This song change it, I grew to like his voice better! The overall feel, the music and the lyrics, perfect 10!
21. I am the Best - 2NE1
How do I explain this song? I don't think I ever listen to this song in full. I only know this song because so many people sings it on variety shows. It's just not my kind of music but it's popular because of the lyrics.
To be continued....
I wanted to write MY top 50 Kpop of all time but it's hard because I like to listen my song according to the mood of the moment.. Generally, my favorite kpop song are cutesy and adorable type..but I love some slick dance moves from time to time. This list does have a little bias-ness, but it's definitely about famous song you really have to know..at least!
Be prepare for the long post everrrrr!
50. Baby baby - 4men
Deciding which Kpop as no. 50 is sure harder than picking the top 10.. I'm not really sure of the popularity of this song but it sure is covered a number of times by idols. The song has a beautiful piano playing paired with great vocals. Whether you like ballads or not, this song is beautiful.
49. Tell Me Why - Untouchable feat HwaYoung
If I'm really bias...this song definitely will rank in top 10 as this is one of my all time favorite kpop. The reason it being far end is the popularity isn't high. The song pulls you right in with Hwayoung awesome vocals and paired along with the duo's amazing raps. I love Untouchable very dearly but the star of this song is definitely Hwayoung, when he hit the high notes..it's just damn good!
48. U Go Girl - Lee Hyori
I actually don't really like this song because nothing about the song is my style.. I enjoyed the dance though, it's fun and cute. Maybe if I was a guy I would like the song better.
47. Balloons - DBSK
The cutest thing ever to the point of embarrasing! I would never introduce my non kpop friends this song. I would rather they discovered this themselves. As mention, I love cutesy stuff so this is such a fun song for me. It's actually a classic children song in Korea and this is for summer album so yeah it's just a fun moment.
46. Like being hit by a bullet - Baek Ji Young
The lyrics are definitely violent, lol I really love ballads but somehow kpop ballad doesn't attract me much. This song was released in autumn, the perfect weather for ballads..it was perfect timing for me. Baek Ji Young voice has that sadness feel that suited well for the emotion of this song.
45. Eat You Up - BoA
Being the first English song released by BoA, I had to include it somehow. It's not exactly popular in US but nevertheless I applaud her effort. Her English album is nit bad.. Eat You Up while likeable, is my least favorite single of the album. The lyrics bothered me...though it's still BoA, her dance moves for this song is awesome!
44. Candy - H.O.T.
One of the classic Kpop idol songs. I think most idols would at least have practice this song at one point of their life. The classic dance moves are HeeJun's and WooHyuk's part..it's really happy song and fun. HeeJun said that it's really hard to sing the song live because of the extensive dance routine.
43. Nothing Better - JongYup
I had no idea it was Jong Yup's song..for the longest time. I seriously thought it was SHINee's song because my friend gave me this song along with SHINee's album. Jonghyun did a great job but as soon I listen the original..I knew I love it better. JongYup's vocal control is darn amazing.
42. The Boys - Girls' Generation
Their first attempt to enter international music scene, the boys is rather un kpop ish since SNSD rarely ever rap, it felt awkward but I didn't care that much. I love their outfits in the MV and the girls all look great! It was produced by Teddy Riley, a famous composer.
41. Cry - MBLAQ
I'm really upset that this song did not receive much love as it should have. It was so perfectly composed and the mv is just awesome with the under water scene..dang, I can't open my eyes in water la. I thought Thunder was exceptional in this song, but then again I am bias.
40. When I can't Sing - Se7en
I love the meaning of this song, and I feel sad that the light of a star will fade some day. I wished I didn't know JYP composed it because it really feel like he should be the one singing this song or rather Rain should have this song. Mind you Se7en did a great job, just the overall feel of this song suited better with JYP artiste.
39. Goose's Dream - Insooni
I don't why but I somehow understand the song though I never check the translation. It as if that the song speak for itself. A song that shows the power of music, this song is a classic song that tells a story about the impossible dream. Actually I knew Insooni isn't the original but when the hoobaes covers it, it usually is Insooni's version.
38. Heartbeat - 2PM
gaahh.. 2PM, if I had to pick which group I hate the most, without a doubt it's 2PM. Back in 2009, netizen discovered that Jay Park had written "Korea is Gay" on his personal webpage way before his debut. It outrage the whole country and forces Jay Park to lay down low for a long time. During that period 2PM had a mini album titled 1:59 and this song was released. I was furious because to me it meant being disrespectful to Jay.. Why work when your teammate is having a hard time? Anyway I blog about this before but for the longest time I didn't hear the song and avoid it at all cost. It was definitely hard because the song is MEGA popular. Comedians love to parody it and variety shows always plays the song. Curiosity caught me and then I knew that 2PM will kick Jay out. I meant even with just 6 they got so much success why bother adding Jay back? This song is awesome but I hate the story behind it.
37. Good day - IU
The IT song, there is no way IU is ever going to forget this song for the rest of her life. The infamous 3 Octave part, is always parodied by everyone. I really love her cutesy concept and this song is cute, but it's an upgrade from her previous singles.
36. Before the Dawn - Infinite
Another song that is severly underrated. Why oh why Korean don't make this song no.1? The scorpion dance was so cool. I love every part of the dance routines. the song is dark yet very captivating.
35. Sunset Glow - Big Bang
This song is a cover of Lee Mun Se classic hit and Big Bang intrepretation received a grear review from the man himself. At first I didn't like the song but it steadily grows to my liking. When I listen to the original, I literally had my jaws dropped. I love how Big Bang kept the originality of the song yet it genuinely feels like Big Bang made it.
34. Never Ending Story - BooHwal
What a hard song to sing, thanks to Lee Seung Chul.. I don't know when is the first time listening to it but when I first listen just to a little part of it, I had to listen the full song immediately. I would love to listen to this song in concert and wave my hands side to side.. Just drown myself to the moment of the song.
33. Tonight - DBSK
To me, DBSK is best singing ballads, I know they're amazing dancers but we definitely need a great ballad for Junsu sake, his voice is the best in KPop! All their ballads are great but I prefer this one the most, as I remembered feeling goosebumps when I first heard it.
32. I miss you - Kim Bum Soo
There's no other OST more famous than this. I don't know if it's the composition,the lyrics or Kim Bum Soo's voice but this song is so perfect. It's just is. If you're wondering which OST, it's Stairway to Heaven staring Choi Ji Woo, Kwon Sang Woo and Kim Tae Hee. I don't really remember the drama apart from it being a sad story..but this song I will remember forever.
31. Into the new world - Girls' Generation
I'm a little bit apprehensive about adding this song in the list, but in my opinion, this is a perfect debut song. The dance choreography is eye catching..literally, who can forget the high kick move?! I love the MV, the lyrics and the song is okay..yup, it get's a little boring after a few listen..if I'm not mistaken, it doesn't have any English lyrics, so it felt like a true kpop. It's not one of the most popular Kpop, but it's a good light hearted song.
30. Fiction - Beast
If I had my way, Bad Girl would be on the list...lol but it's a little cutesy for others. I quite love all Beast songs but none felt like worth remembering forever.. Shock and Soom have similar styles, while Beautiful is popular, but it's kinda a dedication to their fans. Fiction won 2011 song of the year in KBS Song Festival, so yeah..that's my only reason this song is in the list.. I really love the first mini album.
29. Bad Girl Good Girl - miss A
Not a fan of the song but I love the dance moves. Eventually I got the song stuck in my head. The parodies are all awesome. A great song to dance to, but not really liking the song.
28. Mother - g.o.d
If you're sensitive, perhaps this song can make you cry...especially if you're Korean. The song tells about a mother's love to her son, probably some part you might not understand like what jajangmyun meant but watching the MV may clear things up.
27. Fantastic Baby - Big Bang
Get ready....! WOW, FANTASTIC BABY! I am telling you, I cannot say wow without saying Fantastic Baby! I really like Blue, so I was looking forward for something mellow from Big Bang..but this song is NOT. So for weeks, I didn't listen to it because it's not something I look forward. But Wow, fantastic baby is addictive. You just want to sing to it and move~!
26. Ring Ding Dong - SHINee
The Engrish is a lot..and till today I have no clue what the song meant. I don't know if it's a coincidence or not but after this song was released, it seem Kpop is filled with ridiculous English.
25. Fan - Epik High
Expect nothing more than perfect from Epik High. Everything is well crafted, the MV is creepy yet goes well with the music, the lyrics are haunting and Epik High skills is no joke. It's so interesting and dark, yet I love it. The song tells about a fanatic fan..you have to watch the MB to understand further!
24. I'm your girl - S.E.S
Without S.E.S. Kpop would not be the same. Before S.E.S. kpop is mostly dominated by male, but these 3 girls are bringing fresh cutesy concept and it rocked Kpop world. This song is definitely a classic that Kpop idols should learn.
23. 10 points out of 10 - 2PM
Regardless of what, in every 2PM interview, the members are often ask about how many points out of 10.. How creative #sarcasm. It's a fun song and G.na is in the MV..plus Jay is still in the group.
22. Wedding Dress - Taeyang
Flawless. Before this song, I never thought Taeyang has good singing technique because well, it don't sound good. This song change it, I grew to like his voice better! The overall feel, the music and the lyrics, perfect 10!
21. I am the Best - 2NE1
How do I explain this song? I don't think I ever listen to this song in full. I only know this song because so many people sings it on variety shows. It's just not my kind of music but it's popular because of the lyrics.
To be continued....
MWV : 보아 Only One (Dance Version)
Video Here
I'm blogging via tablet I have no idea how to embed it..and don't know if the link is okay. Anyway, I watched it and yesterday and completely love it!
According to the description, BoA wrote the lyrics and composed the song..can she be any more awesome than that? I'm a sucka for piano intros and the simple, lively and catchy piano got me liking the song. This is one song, that I am pretty sure I would have instantly like without watching video or the performance. It's strong by itself.
So heck yeah, I was completely mesmerize by this video. I usually don't care for dance version MV but who am I kidding, she's BoA..the best female dancer in South Korea!! The choreography looks so slick and difficult..it's juat an art by itself. I love the mixture of dancer and the Korean guy with blond locks is former member Black Beat who's now dance director in SM.
I've seen dance version MVs that don't do justice to the dance, But this one does. I love the transtition to couple dance..that's so beautiful! I want to appalaud the director of this video.
I'm blogging via tablet I have no idea how to embed it..and don't know if the link is okay. Anyway, I watched it and yesterday and completely love it!
According to the description, BoA wrote the lyrics and composed the song..can she be any more awesome than that? I'm a sucka for piano intros and the simple, lively and catchy piano got me liking the song. This is one song, that I am pretty sure I would have instantly like without watching video or the performance. It's strong by itself.
So heck yeah, I was completely mesmerize by this video. I usually don't care for dance version MV but who am I kidding, she's BoA..the best female dancer in South Korea!! The choreography looks so slick and difficult..it's juat an art by itself. I love the mixture of dancer and the Korean guy with blond locks is former member Black Beat who's now dance director in SM.
I've seen dance version MVs that don't do justice to the dance, But this one does. I love the transtition to couple dance..that's so beautiful! I want to appalaud the director of this video.
Monday 2 July 2012
Album Review : EXO M Mama
MAMA Mini Album
1. Mama
2. What Is Love
3. History
4. Angel
5. Two Moons
6. Machine
Disclaimer : This review is based on videos I got from Youtube, so there's a probability of it not be as accurate as the CD quality. Exo is a new group, hence my ability to differentiate their voice isn't great. Comparison isn't good thing but they're basically the same group so it is inevitable. I'm sorry if I come out the wrong way.
Aside from SuJu M, I don't really follow Mandopop.. I don't know if the Chinese audience appreciate the meaning of the song, because the song is strange.. It kind of a Kpop with Chinese lyrics. I do think it sounds great but I don't know if it's Mandopop style.
For the Korean version, it was super hard to differentiate BaekHyun's and D.O.'s voice..but Chen's voice and Luhan's voice is distinctly different. Luhan's great but Chen did amazing. He was a great choice, he sounded like Chinese..in a very good way.
While History was just average in Kpop, I thought this song sounds a lot better in Chinese. Everyone sounds very good! Maybe it's Kris or Tao voice but it sounds really good compared to Kpop version. In the Korean version, they sort of have similar voice, but as for Exo M, they have distinct different voice.
I don't hate Angel, but it also sound average in Chinese version. I don't know why I'm not crazy over this song although it's my kind of music. I don't think this song showcase Chen's voice in the best way possible.
I don't know why but it kinda makes me laugh to listen to this song.. possibly because they sounded awkward as well. Although I have to say I like this version better. Key features too..I just don't know why??
Wow. Again, I prefer this version. It sounded more bearable compare to the Kpop version. If I were to sing (all alone la..not in a crowd) this song, I definitely sing this version. I don't understand this.. I love this song in Mandarin but I don't like it in Korean.
Maybe my brain is confuse.
1. Mama
2. What Is Love
3. History
4. Angel
5. Two Moons
6. Machine
Disclaimer : This review is based on videos I got from Youtube, so there's a probability of it not be as accurate as the CD quality. Exo is a new group, hence my ability to differentiate their voice isn't great. Comparison isn't good thing but they're basically the same group so it is inevitable. I'm sorry if I come out the wrong way.
Aside from SuJu M, I don't really follow Mandopop.. I don't know if the Chinese audience appreciate the meaning of the song, because the song is strange.. It kind of a Kpop with Chinese lyrics. I do think it sounds great but I don't know if it's Mandopop style.
For the Korean version, it was super hard to differentiate BaekHyun's and D.O.'s voice..but Chen's voice and Luhan's voice is distinctly different. Luhan's great but Chen did amazing. He was a great choice, he sounded like Chinese..in a very good way.
While History was just average in Kpop, I thought this song sounds a lot better in Chinese. Everyone sounds very good! Maybe it's Kris or Tao voice but it sounds really good compared to Kpop version. In the Korean version, they sort of have similar voice, but as for Exo M, they have distinct different voice.
I don't hate Angel, but it also sound average in Chinese version. I don't know why I'm not crazy over this song although it's my kind of music. I don't think this song showcase Chen's voice in the best way possible.
I don't know why but it kinda makes me laugh to listen to this song.. possibly because they sounded awkward as well. Although I have to say I like this version better. Key features too..I just don't know why??
Wow. Again, I prefer this version. It sounded more bearable compare to the Kpop version. If I were to sing (all alone la..not in a crowd) this song, I definitely sing this version. I don't understand this.. I love this song in Mandarin but I don't like it in Korean.
Maybe my brain is confuse.
Album Review : EXO K MAMA
Mama Mini Album
1. Mama
2. What Is Love
3. History
4. Angel
5. Two Moons (feat SHINee Key)
6. Machine
Disclaimer : This review is based on videos I got from Youtube, so there's a probability of it not be as accurate as the CD quality. Exo is a new group, hence my ability to differentiate their voice isn't great.
If I didn't know Mama before listening to the album, I probably would hate it. My first impression of the song is weird. The random chanting was cool along with the video but alone, that would be strange. Having said that, I thought it was clever to list it first on the album. I'm no music prodigy but the song sound like it's really hard to compose. It has a lot of different elements that I think if you take the wrong step, it will sound totally weird. It showcase a lot of different talent at once and it enables for a great choreography. I definitely think that without the video, I wouldn't like the song as much.
Definitely my most listen to Kpop of the first half of 2012, What is Love is awesome track that is strangely addicting. When I think of addicting songs, it usually has "hooks" but this is a ballad track. I love that this song has that SM vibe, and I thought Yoo Young Jin was the one singing..D.O. sounded like him! The purpose of this song is to showcase D.O. and BaekHyun vocal capabilities and this song is perfect for that reason alone. The English in the song is oddly good..knowing SM loves Engrish..but maybe Teddy Riley had an input on that matter.
I thought History was average. It's a good track but nothing that makes me go crazy. So why does the song is selected as their prologue? It tells the story of EXO. I love love the rap part of the song. There's not much I could say, it's just a good track.
Another vocal centered track, Angel is another just okay. I'm not sure but on the radio only SuHo, D.O. and BaekHyun sings...it's not uncommon for SM to do that..Super Junior is always like that. I may not rave it a lot but I do love this song..just Baby Don't Cry is a better track..I don't know why they don't release it full.
I love SM Town collaboration, I really do but I don't understand why they had to in their first mini album. I guess to bring SHINee fans to listen? Anyway it sounds good...but I just don't like the random noise in the background. I wish it sound a little more natural but it's not..Why Big Bang is awesome with Hip Hop because GD is directly involve in the recordings..which sound localize hip hop.
Machine is ZZZZzzzz Okay it's not bad at all, it just not my kind of music. It probably will sound better when they perform it live. I like the chorus, it's addicting..but that's it.
1. Mama
2. What Is Love
3. History
4. Angel
5. Two Moons (feat SHINee Key)
6. Machine
Disclaimer : This review is based on videos I got from Youtube, so there's a probability of it not be as accurate as the CD quality. Exo is a new group, hence my ability to differentiate their voice isn't great.
If I didn't know Mama before listening to the album, I probably would hate it. My first impression of the song is weird. The random chanting was cool along with the video but alone, that would be strange. Having said that, I thought it was clever to list it first on the album. I'm no music prodigy but the song sound like it's really hard to compose. It has a lot of different elements that I think if you take the wrong step, it will sound totally weird. It showcase a lot of different talent at once and it enables for a great choreography. I definitely think that without the video, I wouldn't like the song as much.
Definitely my most listen to Kpop of the first half of 2012, What is Love is awesome track that is strangely addicting. When I think of addicting songs, it usually has "hooks" but this is a ballad track. I love that this song has that SM vibe, and I thought Yoo Young Jin was the one singing..D.O. sounded like him! The purpose of this song is to showcase D.O. and BaekHyun vocal capabilities and this song is perfect for that reason alone. The English in the song is oddly good..knowing SM loves Engrish..but maybe Teddy Riley had an input on that matter.
I thought History was average. It's a good track but nothing that makes me go crazy. So why does the song is selected as their prologue? It tells the story of EXO. I love love the rap part of the song. There's not much I could say, it's just a good track.
Another vocal centered track, Angel is another just okay. I'm not sure but on the radio only SuHo, D.O. and BaekHyun sings...it's not uncommon for SM to do that..Super Junior is always like that. I may not rave it a lot but I do love this song..just Baby Don't Cry is a better track..I don't know why they don't release it full.
I love SM Town collaboration, I really do but I don't understand why they had to in their first mini album. I guess to bring SHINee fans to listen? Anyway it sounds good...but I just don't like the random noise in the background. I wish it sound a little more natural but it's not..Why Big Bang is awesome with Hip Hop because GD is directly involve in the recordings..which sound localize hip hop.
Machine is ZZZZzzzz Okay it's not bad at all, it just not my kind of music. It probably will sound better when they perform it live. I like the chorus, it's addicting..but that's it.
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