T-ara have just released the short version of their MV to their hot new song Roly Poly. I’m addicted already! I definitely think that this will be a hit! Netizens are already saying that it will be a big hit – Triple Crown anyone?
I love the girls’ cute retro theme and the dance routine is so cool! Really gotta learn this one ^_^
Any long term readers of this blog (and people that know me) will know that I love T-ara. I know I know, most people don’t like them as much as many other idol groups (2NE1, Kara, SNSD), but there’s a soft spot in my heart for them. I think they just make the kind of music that gets inside my brain.
The girls are back with a new song – Roly Poly! Check out the MV teaser below – doesn’t it look awesome?! I’m very impressed with the concept. I wasn’t quite sure how it’d look but when I first started to see the promo photos I knew I would be hooked! Likewise, I’m still not sure on the album title… but Roly Poly definitely sounds catchy! Very much like Bo Peep Bo Peep. This wasn’t my favourite song when they started doing their promotions (it still isn’t) but I like pretty much every single T-ara song without fail. Normally I listen to one song on repeat over and over again. I still do that when listening to their songs but each song has some plays!
Anyways! Check out the the MV teaser below! I can’t remember when their comeback stage is but it is some time this week! I’m totally excited! Jiyeon looks fierce in the MV! Qri looks cute (Qri is underused!) but still Soyeon unnie is my favourite! Soyeon hwaiting!
2NE1 recently made their comeback with I AM THE BEST! A catchy new beat driven song that is completely different from Lonely. I loved Lonely, I thought it was a very different kind of song to the K-Pop norm. However, they’re back with a zesty new hit! What do you think? Do you think they will get chart crowns with I AM THE BEST? I think if they promote it for long enough they will – I know someone people were disappointed that they did not perform Lonely on many music stages so hopefully 2NE1 fans will have some more performances to look forward to!
Chinese:
每一天镜子前我看见同一个脸
却听见在耳边呼吸声好遥远
我想笑我想爱想奔跑想拥抱
我是怎么了像被困住了
时间满满的心却空空的
有那么一天时间停止了
才发现原来心自由才能
真的快乐单纯快乐
每一夜月阴缺我学会不完美的美
心跳声在周围催促我有梦去追
我 又 起 飞 了 我 是 自 由 的
随风旋转着开心唱着歌
有那么一天时间停止了
才 发 现 心 自 由 才 能 快 乐
这种感动我记得像出发的那一刻
哪 一 段 才 是 永 久
太多美丽的语言不比心语的纯洁
勇 敢 奔 向 新 世 界
我 又 起 飞 了 我 是 自 由 的
随风旋转着开心唱着歌
在那么一天时间停住了
我 会 知 道 我 心 是自由 的
Pinyin:
Měi yītiān jìngzi qián wǒ kànjiàn tóng yīgè liǎn
Què tīngjiàn zài ěr biān hūxī shēng hǎo yáoyuǎn
Wǒ xiǎng xiào wǒ xiǎng ài xiǎng bēnpǎo xiǎng yǒngbào
Wǒ shì zěnme liǎo xiàng bèi kùn zhù le
Shíjiān mǎn mǎn de xīn què kōngkōng de
Yǒu nàme yītiān shíjiān tíngzhǐ le
Cái fāxiàn yuánlái xīn zìyóu cáinéng
Zhēn de kuàilè dānchún kuàilè
Měi yīyè yuè yīn quē wǒ xuéhuì bù wánměi dì měi
Xīntiào shēng zài zhōuwéi cuīcù wǒ yǒu mèng qù zhuī
Wǒ yòu qǐfēi le wǒ shì zìyóu de
Suí fēng xuánzhuǎn zhe kāixīn chàng zhe gē
Yǒu nàme yītiān shíjiān tíngzhǐ le
Cái fāxiàn xīn zìyóu cáinéng kuàilè
Zhè zhǒng gǎndòng wǒ jìde xiàng chūfā dì nà yīkè
Nǎ yīduàn cái shì yǒngjiǔ
Tài duō měilì de yǔyán bùbǐ xīn yǔ de chúnjié
Yǒnggǎn bēn xiàng xīn shìjiè
Wǒ yòu qǐfēi le wǒ shì zìyóu de
Suí fēng xuánzhuǎn zhe kāixīn chàng zhe gē
Zài nàme yītiān shíjiān tíng zhù le
Wǒ huì zhīdào wǒ xīn shì zìyóu de
Japan’s undisputed Queen of Hip Pop recently announced that she will be releasing a special collaboration album (which is cutely getting called Amuro’s Collabo by fans). Amongst the news that she will be dueting with lots of famous J-pop stars was that After School will be making their official, Japanese debut on a track with Amuro!
Amazing right?! Namie is one of my favourite J-pop artists (definitely top 5), and whilst After School aren’t my favourite band, I do like their music and style so I’m super stoked for them! Check here for a brief teaser for the MV and you can hear a short clip of the song:
Everyone looks amazing right? Especially Namie and Kahi. The song sounds really good too so be sure to check back for the full audio!
For me, this represents a landmark development in the Korean, Hallyu wave. Of course you had/have artists like BoA and DBSK and in the past few months we have seen the surge in popularity of KARA and SNSD (Shoju Jidai), but to my knowledge, this is the first time a Korean idol girlgroup has dueted with such a huge star in Japan. It will be interesting to know why Namie selected After School – I think they have similar, punchy and fierce attitudes and stage presence.
With KARA’s future looking stressed, and SNSD following a cuter image, After School definitely has a chance to launch in Japan with a strong, powerful debut.
Quick post before I rush out to meet a friend – new girl idol group, LA.G has released the audio for the debut single, Don’t Flatter Yourself. LA.G are distinguishing themselves from other idol groups by playing classical instruments. What do you think?
I think the song isn’t as catchy as some other K-pop hits but it’s definitely nice to see that there is a band bringing something new and different than the average idol group. I think we are seeing a trend away from the normal idol groups – CN.Blue and Piggy Dolls both offer something unique (rock-band stylings or powerful vocals with unstereotypical presentation).
I think ultimately though that it’ll be a long journey for LA.G to become as famous as other idol groups. Firstly because it’s all very good playing instruments but most netizens (and correct me if I’m wrong) greatly appreciate vocals and dancing skills. It’s all very well being able to play an instrument but it’s much harder to compare to other performances and additionally, I can’t help but feel lots of people won’t relate as much as it’s a different kind of performance compaed to singing and dancing. However, I wait to see their first live stage and if they can impress me then I’ll be very happy for them!
Goodluck LA.G!
So… I have been away for ages, right? I’ve not posted a blog in many weeks… sorry about that! And I haven’t been keeping track of your comments (sorry!) but I’ve been so busy! ;_;
I’ve started a new job which is awesome! Hwaiting~! I now work for a web design agency in London called MintTwist doing SEO work so I’m really excited and working very hard at the moment. It’s actually gone pass 6:00pm in the office on Friday and I’m still here! Technically I’m not working (and am instead blogging here…) but it’s still hardwork! I’m coming in on Sunday to do some more work. I’ve never worked so much! Not even at university!
Anyway, I don’t really know what to blog about at the moment – I think I missed all the most important K-pop stories (Kara Drama, T-ara ending promotions, SNSD’s Hoot promotions). So instead I’m just going to post a random video of T-ara performing Bo Peep Bo Peep because T-ara are hwaiting and so am I! I’ve also lost my ipod so commutes are painful… I have an old one instead but all the music there is 2 years old! Need to update it soon ^_^ Anyways~! I will try to blog more often, Colin hwaiting! T-ara hwaiting! MintTwist hwaiting! Woooo~~~~!
Everyone’s favourite Brown Eyed Girls member is releasing a new solo project! Following in on the footsteps of bandmate, Narsha, Ga-In is releasing her new song!
Check out the clip below and let me know what you think?
If you read this blog then you know I’m obssessed with T-ara. They are my favourite band and I love all their music. Soyeon is hwaiting! <3
The girls are finally back after a long hiatus! And they've also become a 7 member group with the inclusion of Hwayoung who looks very pretty! Boram is now also the leader. Let's hope she can focus on being a leader and not just eating all the time!
Hikkichan has released the music video for Goodbye Happiness! :O It’s… rather different from her other videos but totally made with love for her fans! There’s references to other music videos in there – can you spot them? It’s actually quite hilarious. I wondered what it would be like… When I listen to the song, I often think it is a bit sad, but the music video is completely different and is actually very upbeat and happy. It’s really cute to see Hikki dancing and smiling. I think this hiatus has lifted a lot of pressure from herself and I also think she enjoyed the US/UK tour as it was a lot different to the shows she gets to play in Japan. Furthermore, she has recently signed a new contract with EMI to release her music internationally and is no longer signed to Island. This will probably seem like a big break for her. I wish her all the happiness during her break but can’t wait for when she comes back!
UK K-pop Blog - K-pop News, Lyrics, Videos 