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Tofu Onew
Information and facts about the Leader we all know and Love :)
Lee Jinki (Hangul: 이진기; born December 14, 1989), better known by his stage name Onew (Hangul: 온유; Hanja: 温流), is a South Korean singer, host and actor. Debuting in 2008 as the leader of K-pop quintet boy group Shinee under the label of SM Entertainment, he has since branched out into musicals, MC-ing, and acting.
Career
Onew was discovered at the 2006 S.M. Academy Casting. [2]
Shinee
Main article: Shinee Onew is the leader and main vocalist of the K-pop group SHINee. After training for two years, he became the leader of SHINee, who debuted in 2008 with the song "Noona Neomu Yeppeo (Replay)" ("누난 너무 예뻐 (Replay)", lit. "Older Sister, You're So Pretty (Replay)"). Since then, they have released two albums and three mini albums in South Korea that were commercial successes.
Other activities
The singer contributed to singles for Lee Hyeon-ji (for "Vanilla Love Part 2") and Girls' Generation member Jessica for the song "One Year Later" in the Tell Me Your Wish (Genie) mini-album.[3]
Onew also starred in various musicals starting in 2010, debuting in the musical Hyeongjeneun Yonggamhaetda (형제는 용감했다, "Brothers were Brave") alongside singer Lee Ji-Hoon.[4] He then starred in the Korean production of Rock of Ages playing the lead role, Drew.[5]
In addition to music, Onew became an MC on two programs — KBS's Yahaengsung[6] and MBC's Show! Music Core.[7]
Onew have also started becoming a fixed panel regular in new — SBS's Show 'Dalgona'[8]
Recently, he has also showcased his acting skills via television having a cameo role of a clumsy doctor in the drama Dr. Champ. He appeared in the drama's final episode. [9]
He also was in the 2010 reality TV show "Hello Baby" along with the other members of SHINee.
Shinee
Main article: Shinee Onew is the leader and main vocalist of the K-pop group SHINee. After training for two years, he became the leader of SHINee, who debuted in 2008 with the song "Noona Neomu Yeppeo (Replay)" ("누난 너무 예뻐 (Replay)", lit. "Older Sister, You're So Pretty (Replay)"). Since then, they have released two albums and three mini albums in South Korea that were commercial successes.
Other activities
The singer contributed to singles for Lee Hyeon-ji (for "Vanilla Love Part 2") and Girls' Generation member Jessica for the song "One Year Later" in the Tell Me Your Wish (Genie) mini-album.[3]
Onew also starred in various musicals starting in 2010, debuting in the musical Hyeongjeneun Yonggamhaetda (형제는 용감했다, "Brothers were Brave") alongside singer Lee Ji-Hoon.[4] He then starred in the Korean production of Rock of Ages playing the lead role, Drew.[5]
In addition to music, Onew became an MC on two programs — KBS's Yahaengsung[6] and MBC's Show! Music Core.[7]
Onew have also started becoming a fixed panel regular in new — SBS's Show 'Dalgona'[8]
Recently, he has also showcased his acting skills via television having a cameo role of a clumsy doctor in the drama Dr. Champ. He appeared in the drama's final episode. [9]
He also was in the 2010 reality TV show "Hello Baby" along with the other members of SHINee.
Discography
Main article: Shinee#discography
Filmography
Drama, Year, Title, Role
2010, Dr. Champ, A clumsy doctor (cameo)
Television Series, Year, Title, Role
2010, KBS Yahaengsung, Host
2010-2011, MBC Show!, Music Core, Host
2011, SBS Dalgona, Fixed panel
2010, Dr. Champ, A clumsy doctor (cameo)
Television Series, Year, Title, Role
2010, KBS Yahaengsung, Host
2010-2011, MBC Show!, Music Core, Host
2011, SBS Dalgona, Fixed panel
Stage
Year, Title, Role,
2010, Brothers were Brave, Joo-Bong
2010, Rock of Ages, Drew
2010, Brothers were Brave, Joo-Bong
2010, Rock of Ages, Drew
References
- ^ (Japanese) "Shinee". SM Entertainment Japan and EMI Music Japan. http://www.shinee.jp/. Retrieved December 26, 2010.
- ^ (Korean) "SHINee's iple profile". http://SHINee.iple.com/. Retrieved November 11, 2010.
- ^ (Korean) "And a Gentle, 'Vanilla Love'". jknews. December 10, 2008. http://ent.jknews.co.kr/article/news/20081210/4299511.htm. Retrieved November 11, 2010.
- ^ (Korean) 샤이니 온유 ‘형제는 용감했다’ 뮤지컬 데뷔! 홍록기-이지훈과 호흡 (SHINee's Onew Debuts in Musical "Brave Brothers" with Hong Rokki and Lee Ji-Hoon). Newsen. February 22, 2010. Retrieved November 11, 2010.
- ^ (Korean) 온유 “뮤지컬, 재밌어..샤이니 멤버도 격려해줘” (Onew: "Musicals are Fun...Please Also Encourage SHINee Members"). Newsen. September 16, 2010. Retrieved November 11, 2010.
- ^ (Korean) 샤이니 온유, `야행성`으로 MC 첫 도전 (SHINee's Onew's First MC Role on Nocturnal). Korea Economic Daily. May 5, 2010. Retrieved November 11, 2010.
- ^ (Korean) 온유·민호·수지·지연, ‘음악중심’ 새 MC 발탁 '기대만발' (Onew, Minho, Suzy, Jiyeon as New Music Core MCs, "High Expectations"). Asia Economy. October 29, 2010. Retrieved November 11, 2010.
- ^ (Korean) 2010-12-27 15:11 / Revision: 2010-12-27 15:11, (New Year's entertainment program code for terrestrial 'family').
- ^ (Korean) '닥터챔프' 마지막회, 온유-민효린 깜짝 출연 '눈길' (SHINee’s Onewand Min Hyo Rin appeared in SBS’s ‘Doctor Champ’ finale) Nate. November 16, 2010. November 28, 2010.
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Fun Facts :)
Note: Not sure if any of these are wrong, I simply found them on the internet
20 Facts about Onew
1. Nicknamed "tofu". "Pure tofu", "ondubu", they all refer to him. Uses the introduction "I am only~you~ Onew" taught to him by Leeteuk and at times, switches to "Hello, my name is Michael Jackson(sincerely)!"
2. Feels shy about presenting himself to people, and because of it, he did not dare to participate in auditions. When he was a trainee, everyone else seems to be improving everyday, while he seems to be staying stagnant and not improving, that to him is the saddest period of his life up till now.
3. When performing on stage for the first time, he could not see anything in front of him, and even forgot the lyrics before going up on stage. But he thought of his parents who were sitting in front of the stage, he thought "Yes, I must look for them", and thus calmed down gradually.
4. The Leader who commits the most mistakes during practices; the Leader who feels responsible for the group and solves problem, the Leader who will just zone out from time to time, the Leader who still stays strong despite sporting swollen, red eyes under the glaring lights, the Leader who cries in the car secretly after getting injured.
5. "Rather than saying that I use certain methods to make the sunbaes like me, I am just working hard to be respectful." It is this thought that accompanies the 90 degree bow every time.
6. Infamous NG King. "You just cannot not NG can't you!" (KEY)
7. "Honestly, amongst all of the SHINee members, in the terms of looks, physique, expression...and everything is charismatic and the only phrase to describe the person is 'near perfection', that member is -- ME!"
8. Good in studying, was second in the entire school before. To him, it's nothing to be very proud of, because everyone has their own strengths that is irreplaceable by others, isn't it more important to discover that strength and make use of it?
9. Because he got curious after hearing that "if there is something heavy on your chest, your thoughts will become heavy too, and you will experience illusions", so he went went to sleep hugging a box, hoping to enter a land of illusions but nothing happened...
10. Looks gentle and quiet, but is very ambitious at attempting to be humorous, is always very enthusiastic about trying various methods to hype up the atmosphere behind the scenes. Also possesses the ability to freeze the atmosphere with whatever he says, but there are just once or twice a year when people do feel that he is funny.
11. 'What should you do if you are a victim of the SHINee poison?' " ...Go to the hospital for cure! (innocently, seriously)
12. Can be quite blur at times. "Our album will be released in May (firmly) .... It's already August now?! ....Oh then it should be in September...Ah (manager glares at him) No no, it's in August, end of August..."
13. His ideal type is something who has character, good personality, is responsible, knows how to cook, looks good in appearance, the hands must be especially pretty, and the most important aspect -- it must be a noona!
14. If met with unbearable situations, changes mindset from "I have to do ____ before its fine?" to "It's just doing _____ then it will be alright" and it will work. Be it heaven or hell, what matters is how you view it.
15. Tied his hair with the filigree(the golden strip thing) used to package bread, that was when he was really young, and had really long hair...
16. Strong at adapting, when dressing up as a girl for the first time, he felt fascinated and awkward, but after awhile he was able to start dancing sexy dances. If he does changes into a girl? He would probably date Key. Unique, strong personality, very interesting, just like his cup of tea.
17. Does not hide his worry about the possibility of him committing mistakes because he is does not feel capable of it. "Can I do it well?", "Will it be safe?", "Will I get into trouble?", whatever comes to mind he will voice it out, and after that, will feel more daring to continue on.
18. Suffers from the "Floundering about" syndrome, will sink into a state of baffling nervousness whenever he does not know how to answer something. When it comes to handling the direction of a conversation, it will be fine if he is not nervous, but once he ends up panicking, he will want to shout "umma".
19. Will wake up early to make roast meat for Taemin, but sleep is also very important, must have a good sleep, eat well and abstain from unhealthy snacks -- how else to maintain such a good complexion?
20. The most memorable present. the most treasured present, the happiest present received: Everyone's love. How about using this year's Newcomer Award to repay that? That is a precious gift that can only received once in a lifetime, want to receive it, and then...Hehe, not telling you! ...Did I say that?...Eh....
Matters needing attention:
Onew condition: Turning quiet suddenly, not talking to anyone, just sitting there in a daze; committing mistakes in most unlikely and unexpected situations, it is fine that others are baffled and fascinated by it but the main thing is that he does not even know why, muddles up from time to time, for details refer to point 12 above. If any of the above mentioned is committed, it is termed the "Onew condition".
The X catalyst: Forcefully trying to bring him back into the reality world; questions why he commits such a baffling mistake; and reasoning with him.
The O catalyst: Wait for him to return to earth; laugh along with him. If he falls or trips, silently observe if he is trying to conceal his pain and divert others attention from his injury with his smile; take what he says as the final say, do not take it too seriously, since most of the time he commits blunders on what everyone else already know, even if he does not correct it, you will already know the right answer...
Credit: atlantis-x on Soompi
20 Facts about Onew
1. Nicknamed "tofu". "Pure tofu", "ondubu", they all refer to him. Uses the introduction "I am only~you~ Onew" taught to him by Leeteuk and at times, switches to "Hello, my name is Michael Jackson(sincerely)!"
2. Feels shy about presenting himself to people, and because of it, he did not dare to participate in auditions. When he was a trainee, everyone else seems to be improving everyday, while he seems to be staying stagnant and not improving, that to him is the saddest period of his life up till now.
3. When performing on stage for the first time, he could not see anything in front of him, and even forgot the lyrics before going up on stage. But he thought of his parents who were sitting in front of the stage, he thought "Yes, I must look for them", and thus calmed down gradually.
4. The Leader who commits the most mistakes during practices; the Leader who feels responsible for the group and solves problem, the Leader who will just zone out from time to time, the Leader who still stays strong despite sporting swollen, red eyes under the glaring lights, the Leader who cries in the car secretly after getting injured.
5. "Rather than saying that I use certain methods to make the sunbaes like me, I am just working hard to be respectful." It is this thought that accompanies the 90 degree bow every time.
6. Infamous NG King. "You just cannot not NG can't you!" (KEY)
7. "Honestly, amongst all of the SHINee members, in the terms of looks, physique, expression...and everything is charismatic and the only phrase to describe the person is 'near perfection', that member is -- ME!"
8. Good in studying, was second in the entire school before. To him, it's nothing to be very proud of, because everyone has their own strengths that is irreplaceable by others, isn't it more important to discover that strength and make use of it?
9. Because he got curious after hearing that "if there is something heavy on your chest, your thoughts will become heavy too, and you will experience illusions", so he went went to sleep hugging a box, hoping to enter a land of illusions but nothing happened...
10. Looks gentle and quiet, but is very ambitious at attempting to be humorous, is always very enthusiastic about trying various methods to hype up the atmosphere behind the scenes. Also possesses the ability to freeze the atmosphere with whatever he says, but there are just once or twice a year when people do feel that he is funny.
11. 'What should you do if you are a victim of the SHINee poison?' " ...Go to the hospital for cure! (innocently, seriously)
12. Can be quite blur at times. "Our album will be released in May (firmly) .... It's already August now?! ....Oh then it should be in September...Ah (manager glares at him) No no, it's in August, end of August..."
13. His ideal type is something who has character, good personality, is responsible, knows how to cook, looks good in appearance, the hands must be especially pretty, and the most important aspect -- it must be a noona!
14. If met with unbearable situations, changes mindset from "I have to do ____ before its fine?" to "It's just doing _____ then it will be alright" and it will work. Be it heaven or hell, what matters is how you view it.
15. Tied his hair with the filigree(the golden strip thing) used to package bread, that was when he was really young, and had really long hair...
16. Strong at adapting, when dressing up as a girl for the first time, he felt fascinated and awkward, but after awhile he was able to start dancing sexy dances. If he does changes into a girl? He would probably date Key. Unique, strong personality, very interesting, just like his cup of tea.
17. Does not hide his worry about the possibility of him committing mistakes because he is does not feel capable of it. "Can I do it well?", "Will it be safe?", "Will I get into trouble?", whatever comes to mind he will voice it out, and after that, will feel more daring to continue on.
18. Suffers from the "Floundering about" syndrome, will sink into a state of baffling nervousness whenever he does not know how to answer something. When it comes to handling the direction of a conversation, it will be fine if he is not nervous, but once he ends up panicking, he will want to shout "umma".
19. Will wake up early to make roast meat for Taemin, but sleep is also very important, must have a good sleep, eat well and abstain from unhealthy snacks -- how else to maintain such a good complexion?
20. The most memorable present. the most treasured present, the happiest present received: Everyone's love. How about using this year's Newcomer Award to repay that? That is a precious gift that can only received once in a lifetime, want to receive it, and then...Hehe, not telling you! ...Did I say that?...Eh....
Matters needing attention:
Onew condition: Turning quiet suddenly, not talking to anyone, just sitting there in a daze; committing mistakes in most unlikely and unexpected situations, it is fine that others are baffled and fascinated by it but the main thing is that he does not even know why, muddles up from time to time, for details refer to point 12 above. If any of the above mentioned is committed, it is termed the "Onew condition".
The X catalyst: Forcefully trying to bring him back into the reality world; questions why he commits such a baffling mistake; and reasoning with him.
The O catalyst: Wait for him to return to earth; laugh along with him. If he falls or trips, silently observe if he is trying to conceal his pain and divert others attention from his injury with his smile; take what he says as the final say, do not take it too seriously, since most of the time he commits blunders on what everyone else already know, even if he does not correct it, you will already know the right answer...
Credit: atlantis-x on Soompi
- Onew's real name is Lee Jin Ki =D Nicknames: Leader Onew, OnLeader, Dubu (Tofu), Onew Sangtae
- When Onew says something boring and makes the atmosphere awkward, Key takes over and lightens up the atmosphere (haha that's so cute).
- fan: your soft voice makes my heart comfortable/at ease. the beautiful smile of onew. onew:ah,thankyou^^ if you smile you will be blessed~^^
- One of Onew's nickname is OnTokki (Tokki = Rabbit) because of his front two bunny teeth
- During a fan sign, Onew once suddenly froze, then told a fan that he forgot how to sign. Then resumed back to signing after a while. ---> LOL
- During a Maybee radio interview, Onew mentioned his parents, then hid his face (prob to hide the fact he's crying) then made a sound before
- Onew's hobby is to Sleep ---> Yay I am not the only one who's hobby is sleeping!!! -does happy dance-
- Onew revealed, "But I also studied hard. During my 3rd year [last year] of high school, I was ranked second in my class.”
- Onew's bloodtype is O
- Onew-hyung usually smiles a lot and when he was serious, I couldn't stop laughing. (Taemin)
- Onew's first revelation on his Ideal type is that every girl has her own charms.. so he doesn't have an idea. the second revelation is that his ideal type is the girl he has a good impression on at first sight..
- Onew wants to learn how to draw well .
- Onew likes brushing his teeth for a long time .
- Does Onew-Kun have interest to make people laugh? Onew: Kwack! ----> ROFL
- Onew : If we see the happy faces of the fans , we are even happier .
- What Leeteuk taught to Onew was greeting like "Hello everyone, I'm SHINee only you~" (i think it's because only you sounds like onew)
- Onew doesn't appear to have any piercings
- Onew drank an energy drink before debut, and said "I feel the power!"
- Our Leader Onew is often known to be always smiling! (from debut all the way to now)
- Onew's nickname is Dubu as he really likes a type of tofu called Sundubu (and says that he has beautiful memories of it)
- When he was young he would also bring food from his parents shop to share with his classmates. --> awwwwww
- He would always resist and smile despite the pain in front of the camera before the job's finish.
- Onew only succeeded in making his members laugh once or twice a year, however, he constantly does his best without giving up.
- Onew brings a rubix cube around & do it when he's bored
- Onew brings digestion medicine for himself and the members because there are times where they will feel uncomfortable on the plane
- Onew wears glasses when he practice dancing .
- Onew has two MP3's in his bag because he is afraid that the other one will run of off battery .---> very smart Oppa :)
- Onew listen to the lecture and study in the library alone in order to achieve 2nd in class :D
- Onew graduated from a IT high school .
- Onew is so sweet and has a great heart. He's beautiful on the outside and in ---> I love Onew Oppa ^//////////^
- Jonghyun : onew is the kindest member because he is too kind & has a fragile heart so his doesn't know how to express his inner feelings .
- Jonghyun : onew is very understanding of us , and has very high leadership qualities and i think he is the most amzaing leader i ever had . ---> Awwwwwww
- Onew JongHyun is always thinking of others silently and take cares of pople around him secretly .
- Onew thinks that the kindest member in SHINee is jonghyun .
- Onew feels that a good guy is someone who is very thoughtful of others .
♥ Has "Onew Condition", (or "Onew Sangtae") which is a condition that the members made up to describe how he continuously embarrasses himself. (Bad jokes, clumsiness) ---> Everytime I run into something or fall down all of my friends and now even my family says "she suffers from the Onew condition" XD
♥ There is a song for "Onew Condition", which goes, "Whatever he does, it's Onew Condition~."
♥ His cooking specialty is scrambled eggs. ----> XD mine is making omlets lol
♥ He does a Donald Duck impression ---> That we all love :)
♥ He's close with Super Junior's leader, Leeteuk, who gives him lots of advice
♥ He zones out incredibly often.
♥ He loves his parents a lot --> awwwwwww ^.^
♥ He's very popular with his sunbaes, and is very respectful towards them
♥ Because he was heard "If there's something heavy on your chest, there's heaviness in your mind and you will experience illusions" he went to sleep hugging a box hoping to enter a dreamland.
♥ His mind is often "in a blur". "Our album will be released in May (firmly) …. It’s already August now?! ….Oh then it should be in September…Ah (manager glares at him) No no, it’s in August, end of August…"
♥ He says if he became a girl, he'd date Key, because Key is "unique, strong and fascinating, and exactly his cup of tea".
♥ He eats healthy and sleeps a lot to take care of his skin. But he'll wake up early to make Taemin breakfast before school.-----> Awww Taemin is so lucky :)
SHINee Elle Girl Korea June 2011 edition interview
ONEW
During the interview and photoshoot session, it seemed as if Onew was constantly observing the environment. If there were any shortages or problems, he would not hesitate to help. In comparison with magnae Taemin’s flower-like smile or sculpture like handsome boy Minho, Onew’s trademark “Ahahaha” laughter is never inferior. This is SHINee’s leader Onew, his leading style.
“Instead of lecturing members and telling them to do this and that, I’m just in charge of listening (to them) since everyone is doing their part very well already. Understand them and walk my own path. (laugh)”
Approaching the 4th year of SHINee since debut, many things have changed along the route but amongst them all, personal change is still the most important.
“Through activities with SHINee, my personality has changed a lot. Became more out-going? Compared to before, I’ve become closer with everyone. First of all, being recognized by a lot of people makes me feel good.”
Whilst SHINee establishes themselves as a talented group in the industry, the market is still expanding with lots of new groups debuting. Without realizing, you’ve become a ‘sunbae’ (senior) looking over these kids already, how do you feel?
“Currently I’m MC-ing for a program, I feel like the new groups are becoming younger and younger. Thinking back, we were like them too. Recently they all seem to be quite good.”
In addition to MC-ing, Onew has challenged himself in Musicals, and has received a lot of positive feedback and praises. However, it seems like SHINee will be promoting overseas, the question is do you feel stressed or afraid with the upcoming Japan activities?
“We’ve had a lot of performances in Japan before. Indeed, it will be great if we could bring more happiness (laughters) to our fans and communicate with everyone.”
As a guest on “Happy Together”, Onew sat next to the MC’s instead of the guest seats due to his outstanding variety skills which is widely recognized. Does this mean your variety sense will work in Japan too?
“Actually, I’m not sure if it is going to work. The more you put in, the higher chance it is to get more out? haha. (T/N: korean saying) Want to prepare a unique self-introduction. For example, “I-am-Onew-who-is-not-scared-of-scary-movies” something like this? (really?) might be scared inside but others will not know because there is no reaction.
Forgetting immediately when he feels frustrated, sleeping when he feels moody, singing songs he likes when he feels happy. Comparing with others, Onew is not much different…a realistic life and doesn’t really mind how people sees him.
“Comparing to what people say, I am just being my natural self. I have always been this kind of person”
We totally did not expect this early 20th generation boy is a 23 year old idol who has a greed to become a celebrity. His calm and natural mentality brings us many hidden surprises.
Source: Elle Girl Korea
Chinese Translation: onewtime
Eng Translation: Vivz @ soompi (plz do not add or edit + credit properly if taken out)
During the interview and photoshoot session, it seemed as if Onew was constantly observing the environment. If there were any shortages or problems, he would not hesitate to help. In comparison with magnae Taemin’s flower-like smile or sculpture like handsome boy Minho, Onew’s trademark “Ahahaha” laughter is never inferior. This is SHINee’s leader Onew, his leading style.
“Instead of lecturing members and telling them to do this and that, I’m just in charge of listening (to them) since everyone is doing their part very well already. Understand them and walk my own path. (laugh)”
Approaching the 4th year of SHINee since debut, many things have changed along the route but amongst them all, personal change is still the most important.
“Through activities with SHINee, my personality has changed a lot. Became more out-going? Compared to before, I’ve become closer with everyone. First of all, being recognized by a lot of people makes me feel good.”
Whilst SHINee establishes themselves as a talented group in the industry, the market is still expanding with lots of new groups debuting. Without realizing, you’ve become a ‘sunbae’ (senior) looking over these kids already, how do you feel?
“Currently I’m MC-ing for a program, I feel like the new groups are becoming younger and younger. Thinking back, we were like them too. Recently they all seem to be quite good.”
In addition to MC-ing, Onew has challenged himself in Musicals, and has received a lot of positive feedback and praises. However, it seems like SHINee will be promoting overseas, the question is do you feel stressed or afraid with the upcoming Japan activities?
“We’ve had a lot of performances in Japan before. Indeed, it will be great if we could bring more happiness (laughters) to our fans and communicate with everyone.”
As a guest on “Happy Together”, Onew sat next to the MC’s instead of the guest seats due to his outstanding variety skills which is widely recognized. Does this mean your variety sense will work in Japan too?
“Actually, I’m not sure if it is going to work. The more you put in, the higher chance it is to get more out? haha. (T/N: korean saying) Want to prepare a unique self-introduction. For example, “I-am-Onew-who-is-not-scared-of-scary-movies” something like this? (really?) might be scared inside but others will not know because there is no reaction.
Forgetting immediately when he feels frustrated, sleeping when he feels moody, singing songs he likes when he feels happy. Comparing with others, Onew is not much different…a realistic life and doesn’t really mind how people sees him.
“Comparing to what people say, I am just being my natural self. I have always been this kind of person”
We totally did not expect this early 20th generation boy is a 23 year old idol who has a greed to become a celebrity. His calm and natural mentality brings us many hidden surprises.
Source: Elle Girl Korea
Chinese Translation: onewtime
Eng Translation: Vivz @ soompi (plz do not add or edit + credit properly if taken out)
Onew Interview, KOOL MAGAZINE VOL.1
1. Why did you chose to become a singer?
Onew: When I was in my 2nd year of Junior High, my adviser was a music teacher. My Teacher advices me while she listens when I’m singing.
2. Originally you want to sing?
Onew: Yes. I love to sing.
3. Since debut, What is your most memorable episode?
Onew: Of course our first performance on stage. My head was blank and was really nervous. Also I remember when we won the first place. Standing and performing at a big stage like SM Town Concert is memorable too. Also New comer Award!
4. Besides Music, What are your other influences?
Onew: Recently, I thought of “I’ll try reading!” so I started to read books. When I read books, I learn a lot as well as my field of vision will expand which is a good thing. Also you can express your ideas, opinions well. Honestly, I don’t know if I can continue this (laughs). But I really wanted to read a lot of books now.
5. What kind of books do you read?
Onew: I like writing essays based on the experience of the author.
6. In the future, What would you like to challenge?
Onew: I have the opportunity, I would like to try Radio DJ. And also composing song as well as writing lyrics.
7. What is the first thing you’ll do when you wake up in the morning?
Onew: Recently, I drink water if I wake up. Especially I have musical now, I thought of taking care of my throat. When I wake up in the morning my throat gets dry/sore that’s why I try to drink water.
8. Your Favorite Word?
Onew: “It’s Fun!” “Let’s have Fun!” (Laughs). I love it when were having fun at every kind of stage.
9. What do you do during Holidays?
Onew: Watching movies, Driving….various.
10. What is the most scary for you?
Onew: I’m not particularly scared but if you ask me I’m scared of Insects. ----> You are not the only one -shivers-
11. What do you do in order to release your stress?
Onew: Sleep!
12. The most relaxing place for you?
Onew: I think our house which all of the members stay together. No one is bothering me and I can sleep well.
13. Domestic Artist you want to collaborate to?
Onew: Which person should I choose…Ah! We talk about this a day before, I promised to have a duet with f(x)’s Luna. That’s why I’m thinking of practicing.
14. How about Foreign Artists?
Onew: Stevie Wonder. I really love him. It’s such an honor if my wish will be granted and have a duet with him. I will do my best because I’m still not yet ready. Also, He is a Japanese singer but I don’t know his name. He is a man who plays piano while singing. I think he is very famous in Japan. I like to practice his songs so I tried to search for his videos.
15. What song do you listen recently?
Onew: Recently, I’m doing musical performance so I usually listen to musical numbers.
16. What is your role in SHINee?
Onew: Looks…It is a joke (laugh) I think my role is to make the atmosphere happy and the person who leads.
17. Which member are you going to take to a deserted island?
Onew: It’s Minho. He is athletic and seems to be good in catering foods.
18. Your happiest moment recently?
Onew: You think this conversation is about musical again……(Laughs). I’m one of the cast from the musical called “Rock of Ages”. Originally, it’s a foreign musical and it’s the very 1st performance here in Korea. I’m glad that I was chosen to be the main cast for Korea’s 1st performance.
19. What do you most concern about now?
Onew: It’s Musical for now!
20. What do you want to do until the end of the year?
Onew: I’ve always wanted to study vocal music. If I have the time I wanted enjoy while studying.
21. This is the only thing I can’t beat to no one.
Onew: This is not a pride but….people say I have nice voice, I’m so happy if they tell me this. ----> You have an amazing voice Onew Oppa, When I first listened to SHINee your voice was the first one that I noticed :)
22. If you can time travel, What would you say if you meet yourself during your debut?
Onew: “Let’s have fun”, “Take lots of lessons”
23. For Next Year, What is your promise?
Onew: I don’t know what will happen but instead of hurrying up and have promises, I should do my responsibilities and have fun next year.
ONEW »>JONGHYUN
Q. Your 1st impression of Jonghyun?
A. When I first met him, he thought me a lot of different things. From Lesson room to the way how to use it, What should I say this to him/her. He is really nice and thought me every little thing. That’s why my impression was ” Ah, He is a nice guy”.
Q. If you compare him to a color?
A. Yellow or red color, brilliant/bright colors.
Q. A message for Jonghyun!
A. From now on let’s aim and work hard together towards the same goals and dreams happily. And also, You’re Cool!
English Translation: winkme @ soompi shinee thread
Onew: When I was in my 2nd year of Junior High, my adviser was a music teacher. My Teacher advices me while she listens when I’m singing.
2. Originally you want to sing?
Onew: Yes. I love to sing.
3. Since debut, What is your most memorable episode?
Onew: Of course our first performance on stage. My head was blank and was really nervous. Also I remember when we won the first place. Standing and performing at a big stage like SM Town Concert is memorable too. Also New comer Award!
4. Besides Music, What are your other influences?
Onew: Recently, I thought of “I’ll try reading!” so I started to read books. When I read books, I learn a lot as well as my field of vision will expand which is a good thing. Also you can express your ideas, opinions well. Honestly, I don’t know if I can continue this (laughs). But I really wanted to read a lot of books now.
5. What kind of books do you read?
Onew: I like writing essays based on the experience of the author.
6. In the future, What would you like to challenge?
Onew: I have the opportunity, I would like to try Radio DJ. And also composing song as well as writing lyrics.
7. What is the first thing you’ll do when you wake up in the morning?
Onew: Recently, I drink water if I wake up. Especially I have musical now, I thought of taking care of my throat. When I wake up in the morning my throat gets dry/sore that’s why I try to drink water.
8. Your Favorite Word?
Onew: “It’s Fun!” “Let’s have Fun!” (Laughs). I love it when were having fun at every kind of stage.
9. What do you do during Holidays?
Onew: Watching movies, Driving….various.
10. What is the most scary for you?
Onew: I’m not particularly scared but if you ask me I’m scared of Insects. ----> You are not the only one -shivers-
11. What do you do in order to release your stress?
Onew: Sleep!
12. The most relaxing place for you?
Onew: I think our house which all of the members stay together. No one is bothering me and I can sleep well.
13. Domestic Artist you want to collaborate to?
Onew: Which person should I choose…Ah! We talk about this a day before, I promised to have a duet with f(x)’s Luna. That’s why I’m thinking of practicing.
14. How about Foreign Artists?
Onew: Stevie Wonder. I really love him. It’s such an honor if my wish will be granted and have a duet with him. I will do my best because I’m still not yet ready. Also, He is a Japanese singer but I don’t know his name. He is a man who plays piano while singing. I think he is very famous in Japan. I like to practice his songs so I tried to search for his videos.
15. What song do you listen recently?
Onew: Recently, I’m doing musical performance so I usually listen to musical numbers.
16. What is your role in SHINee?
Onew: Looks…It is a joke (laugh) I think my role is to make the atmosphere happy and the person who leads.
17. Which member are you going to take to a deserted island?
Onew: It’s Minho. He is athletic and seems to be good in catering foods.
18. Your happiest moment recently?
Onew: You think this conversation is about musical again……(Laughs). I’m one of the cast from the musical called “Rock of Ages”. Originally, it’s a foreign musical and it’s the very 1st performance here in Korea. I’m glad that I was chosen to be the main cast for Korea’s 1st performance.
19. What do you most concern about now?
Onew: It’s Musical for now!
20. What do you want to do until the end of the year?
Onew: I’ve always wanted to study vocal music. If I have the time I wanted enjoy while studying.
21. This is the only thing I can’t beat to no one.
Onew: This is not a pride but….people say I have nice voice, I’m so happy if they tell me this. ----> You have an amazing voice Onew Oppa, When I first listened to SHINee your voice was the first one that I noticed :)
22. If you can time travel, What would you say if you meet yourself during your debut?
Onew: “Let’s have fun”, “Take lots of lessons”
23. For Next Year, What is your promise?
Onew: I don’t know what will happen but instead of hurrying up and have promises, I should do my responsibilities and have fun next year.
ONEW »>JONGHYUN
Q. Your 1st impression of Jonghyun?
A. When I first met him, he thought me a lot of different things. From Lesson room to the way how to use it, What should I say this to him/her. He is really nice and thought me every little thing. That’s why my impression was ” Ah, He is a nice guy”.
Q. If you compare him to a color?
A. Yellow or red color, brilliant/bright colors.
Q. A message for Jonghyun!
A. From now on let’s aim and work hard together towards the same goals and dreams happily. And also, You’re Cool!
English Translation: winkme @ soompi shinee thread
Onew calmy talks about sex
While Onew and Taemin guest starred on the January 31st episode of SBS’s “Shin Dong Yeop’s 300“, when the question “I’ve talked about sex with my parents” came up Taemin commented, “Wouldn’t that be really embarrassing? It seems awkward.” Onew said “If you started talking with them since you were young, it would help a lot.”
MC Shin Dong Yeop then asked, “Where have you gotten your knowledge about sex?” Onew replied calmly, “I mostly learned at school” but Taemin’s face became red and laughed in embarrassment.
On another note, Onew and Taemin risked around $5000 to bet that the number of people in the audience who’ve talked about sex with their parents would be from 60 to 90. The actual number in the audience was 92, so they were eliminated.----> only 92, wow Korea is so much different then America XD. But Onew Oppa is 100% right, , and I guess that's why talking about sex is not embarrassing for me lol.
MC Shin Dong Yeop then asked, “Where have you gotten your knowledge about sex?” Onew replied calmly, “I mostly learned at school” but Taemin’s face became red and laughed in embarrassment.
On another note, Onew and Taemin risked around $5000 to bet that the number of people in the audience who’ve talked about sex with their parents would be from 60 to 90. The actual number in the audience was 92, so they were eliminated.----> only 92, wow Korea is so much different then America XD. But Onew Oppa is 100% right, , and I guess that's why talking about sex is not embarrassing for me lol.
SHINee Onew GQ Korea 10Men Interview
Love is patient, love is kind*, the song “Love is Always,” do you know it?
It’s also a reference to the ‘o-new’ of summer**. Haha. I’ve heard that my name was created as reflection of my personality. I don’t really know, but the people around me say that. That my name matches me well.
You’ve been defined as ‘flubber,’ a person who doesn’t know where he’ll bounce, and people around you also say that unlike the calmness of nature you’re 4 dimensional and silly?
I’m not silly. Since I debuted at a young age people around me have watched over my growth. Perhaps that is why they say that? I’m not that special.
It seems that you may be referring to something else when you say that you’re not special?
I think I’m just ordinary. I really changed a lot after debuting. My personality was originally quiet, but in comparison to my age I’ve gone around meeting and getting to know many people, so I’ve become outgoing to match the atmosphere.
Do you have a thirst as an idol singer in regards to freedom?
I have plenty of freedom now. The things I can express I’m expressing as a MC, singer, musical actor. I’m not in confinement somewhere.
Did you ask the people around you for their reactions to your lyric-writing for this album?
Speaking honestly, I don’t think that there are many people who will speak truthfully about everything to those around them. Only my parents, close friends, and members can speak of my personality with certainty. However, I wasn’t able to receive much feedback from those people. So I don’t think this portion is something I can speak about with certainty.
Rather than speaking with uncertainty, do you opt to not say anything at all?
You don’t know how other people will accept words you say by mistake. I believe that you can change a life with just one word. If I feel that I’m in the wrong then I apologize no matter what. If I happen to slightly brush past someone on the street I say that I’m sorry first. That’s what my parents taught me to do since I was young.
To always greet the security ahjusshi even if I see him several times a day. I think the inner thoughts that I formed as I lived like that have made me who I am.
What do you think when you compare the lyrics Jonghyun wrote for “Obsession” and the lyrics you wrote for “Your Name.”
“Obsession” is better. They are lyrics that feel a lot more than the scenes I’ve seen and thought of up until now. Even though I concentrated on the lyrics as well, I don’t think they’re always right. I don’t think there’s an answer. There are many points in “Obsession” that are missing in my lyrics. Though another person’s thoughts and my thoughts can’t possibly be the same.
So you’re saying that although it wasn’t the best, it wasn’t particularly the worst either?
I did what I wanted to do and what I felt was fun. There are so many people who are better than I am. Though of course there must be people who are worse as well.
The lyrics for “Your Name,” and the title of the song you sang with Kim Yeonwoo is “The Name I Loved.” Do you have something with names?
There’s a part I wrote while thinking of my mother. Rather than being called by their names, mothers are usually referred to as so-and-so’s mother. I felt that when they’re called by their names something would reach out to them more.
Kim Choonsoo’s “Flower” approaches that topic.
It was that sort of meaning. I think it means that the general practice of calling them so-and-so’s mother is awkward. There are pet names between lovers as well. I thought that in relationships of love and affection, names would be very important.
When people call you by your real name ‘Jinki’ and when they call you Onew, do you feel a difference about yourself?
There is a difference, but as I’ve been called that for 3 years I’ve gotten accustomed to it and it’s no longer awkward. And people tell me it matches me well. Some fans say that Jinki has more sentiment. Truthfully I also like it a little more when I’m called by my real name. It’s precious because it’s the name my parents created for me first. If my parents had called me Onew from the beginning, then I would be Onew.
What would you want your significant other to call you?
I would like it if another pet name was created. But if I had to choose between the two I would like my real name.
Do you have a nickname close friends call you?
I do. They call me ‘yah.’ Haha. My friends don’t call me by a nickname. Adults often did. ‘Jinki Myungi.’
You know that fans say that they’re “aching for Onew,” right? Because it’s used as a term of endearment it’s a bit complicated. You use this term when you like someone but no matter how much you endure you can’t fill the void. What sense of responsibility do you feel towards these people?
I think that I need to repay them. Even if things are really difficult before going up on stage, I know that if I just complete this I’ll receive strength from fans and create synergy. When I’m on stage I unconsciously do things that fans will enjoy. I wonder how I would perform if it wasn’t for these people. I first began all this simply because I enjoy singing. Without a sense of responsibility or burden, I want to do this for them.
I felt quite sad for you when I once saw you talk with the air of ‘one day I’m going to try dating too.’ It’s not as though dating is something that needs to be postponed. In order to pursue music you’ve sacrificed a lot. So if there is something you’ve gained, is it that explosive emotion you feel on stage?
I believe that it will occupy many different parts. At concerts I often feel a sudden burst of emotion. When cheers come and go I feel like I was physically hit.
Rather than on the stage, how is SHINee’s musical profession being set? As the leader.
This is just my personal thought, it may be different for the members. It’s to become the contemporary band in all the aspects we always talk about, like fashion, music, dance, artwork, everything. Honestly, even with “Lucifer” there were many points that were difficult in terms of public appeal. However, didn’t the public ultimately came to understand and like it? I think it would be good to lead the contemporary in such a manner.
By saying that, does the public point to all age groups?
That’s right. Like when you talk about the South Pole you think of penguins. So that when you talk about contemporary, you think of SHINee.
The composition of idols receives love from all age groups, but don’t you think there ultimately is a limit?
I don’t think of that as being the answer. It hasn’t even been 20 years since idols began to debut. I think that if we do well we’ll be able to promote for as long as we want. There’s a lot left ahead without restriction.
You see it as being longer?
Objectively I’m still young.
What do you think the virtues of a person who is acknowledged by society as a grown-up, a man who is an independent adult, are?
Above all dreams, aside from character and personality. I think that if you just think that you’re going to do everything you want to, then everything is possible.
How about a man who cries easily?
He can cry. Every person is different.
What do you mean by different?
I said that objectively. Personally I think that somewhere there is a person who looks like me or behaves the way I do. A person who is simultaneously doing the same thing as me or singing the same song. I have many thoughts. It’s a bit strange.
You are a ‘musician’ and are referred to as an ‘artist,’ it seems quite natural that you would think that there’s someone out there who is the same as yourself.
I think that somewhere there is a person having the same interview that I’m having and doing the same work that I’m doing. I don’t think that only our earth exists.
What do you mean by that? Andromeda?
It could exist outside the universe, or it could be something that makes us look like a speck of dust, or something that’s a speck of dust to us.
By any chance do you put in a lot of effort in studying physics?
I want to. I also want to study psychology. I’m accustomed to thinking to myself, but I think that certain parts would become official, and be cleared up.
Most recently when you cried on a music program, there was much speculation about your tears. Your colleagues said that the preparation for the 2nd album wasn’t that difficult, and that they couldn’t understand. I wonder if perhaps you faced difficulties through your individual schedules like your musical “The Brothers Were Brave.”
That could be a part of it. But I think that when a person cries, he doesn’t necessarily think of just one single happening or moment. We won 1st place and I cried, that’s true. However, it would also be true if I said that I didn’t cry at winning 1st place. Couldn’t I also be crying because of my maternal grandmother who treated me warmly? I didn’t cry because of a certain reason and I didn’t cry because of a lack of it either. Everyone is different.
You say that people are all different quite often. What about SHINee? Do you have characteristics that make you different from other teams?
We’re working to give off something that is surely our own. Giving off our own color is the ultimate point. However, I think with that comes personal satisfaction. If we reach some point and go “Now we’ve become SHINee,” wouldn’t that be the end?
Just as you wrote the lyrics for “Your Name,” I hope that you will be able to write the lyrics for SHINee.
There are many different directions that can be taken. I could choose many, or I could choose one, or I could not choose at all. You can say that taking on various activities from different fields is an effort to collect diverse experiences and make a broad choice.
* in the Korean lyrics of the song, the actual word used is “onew.”
** “O-new-wol” is short way to refer to the months of May and June. Onew is joking about his stage name.
It’s also a reference to the ‘o-new’ of summer**. Haha. I’ve heard that my name was created as reflection of my personality. I don’t really know, but the people around me say that. That my name matches me well.
You’ve been defined as ‘flubber,’ a person who doesn’t know where he’ll bounce, and people around you also say that unlike the calmness of nature you’re 4 dimensional and silly?
I’m not silly. Since I debuted at a young age people around me have watched over my growth. Perhaps that is why they say that? I’m not that special.
It seems that you may be referring to something else when you say that you’re not special?
I think I’m just ordinary. I really changed a lot after debuting. My personality was originally quiet, but in comparison to my age I’ve gone around meeting and getting to know many people, so I’ve become outgoing to match the atmosphere.
Do you have a thirst as an idol singer in regards to freedom?
I have plenty of freedom now. The things I can express I’m expressing as a MC, singer, musical actor. I’m not in confinement somewhere.
Did you ask the people around you for their reactions to your lyric-writing for this album?
Speaking honestly, I don’t think that there are many people who will speak truthfully about everything to those around them. Only my parents, close friends, and members can speak of my personality with certainty. However, I wasn’t able to receive much feedback from those people. So I don’t think this portion is something I can speak about with certainty.
Rather than speaking with uncertainty, do you opt to not say anything at all?
You don’t know how other people will accept words you say by mistake. I believe that you can change a life with just one word. If I feel that I’m in the wrong then I apologize no matter what. If I happen to slightly brush past someone on the street I say that I’m sorry first. That’s what my parents taught me to do since I was young.
To always greet the security ahjusshi even if I see him several times a day. I think the inner thoughts that I formed as I lived like that have made me who I am.
What do you think when you compare the lyrics Jonghyun wrote for “Obsession” and the lyrics you wrote for “Your Name.”
“Obsession” is better. They are lyrics that feel a lot more than the scenes I’ve seen and thought of up until now. Even though I concentrated on the lyrics as well, I don’t think they’re always right. I don’t think there’s an answer. There are many points in “Obsession” that are missing in my lyrics. Though another person’s thoughts and my thoughts can’t possibly be the same.
So you’re saying that although it wasn’t the best, it wasn’t particularly the worst either?
I did what I wanted to do and what I felt was fun. There are so many people who are better than I am. Though of course there must be people who are worse as well.
The lyrics for “Your Name,” and the title of the song you sang with Kim Yeonwoo is “The Name I Loved.” Do you have something with names?
There’s a part I wrote while thinking of my mother. Rather than being called by their names, mothers are usually referred to as so-and-so’s mother. I felt that when they’re called by their names something would reach out to them more.
Kim Choonsoo’s “Flower” approaches that topic.
It was that sort of meaning. I think it means that the general practice of calling them so-and-so’s mother is awkward. There are pet names between lovers as well. I thought that in relationships of love and affection, names would be very important.
When people call you by your real name ‘Jinki’ and when they call you Onew, do you feel a difference about yourself?
There is a difference, but as I’ve been called that for 3 years I’ve gotten accustomed to it and it’s no longer awkward. And people tell me it matches me well. Some fans say that Jinki has more sentiment. Truthfully I also like it a little more when I’m called by my real name. It’s precious because it’s the name my parents created for me first. If my parents had called me Onew from the beginning, then I would be Onew.
What would you want your significant other to call you?
I would like it if another pet name was created. But if I had to choose between the two I would like my real name.
Do you have a nickname close friends call you?
I do. They call me ‘yah.’ Haha. My friends don’t call me by a nickname. Adults often did. ‘Jinki Myungi.’
You know that fans say that they’re “aching for Onew,” right? Because it’s used as a term of endearment it’s a bit complicated. You use this term when you like someone but no matter how much you endure you can’t fill the void. What sense of responsibility do you feel towards these people?
I think that I need to repay them. Even if things are really difficult before going up on stage, I know that if I just complete this I’ll receive strength from fans and create synergy. When I’m on stage I unconsciously do things that fans will enjoy. I wonder how I would perform if it wasn’t for these people. I first began all this simply because I enjoy singing. Without a sense of responsibility or burden, I want to do this for them.
I felt quite sad for you when I once saw you talk with the air of ‘one day I’m going to try dating too.’ It’s not as though dating is something that needs to be postponed. In order to pursue music you’ve sacrificed a lot. So if there is something you’ve gained, is it that explosive emotion you feel on stage?
I believe that it will occupy many different parts. At concerts I often feel a sudden burst of emotion. When cheers come and go I feel like I was physically hit.
Rather than on the stage, how is SHINee’s musical profession being set? As the leader.
This is just my personal thought, it may be different for the members. It’s to become the contemporary band in all the aspects we always talk about, like fashion, music, dance, artwork, everything. Honestly, even with “Lucifer” there were many points that were difficult in terms of public appeal. However, didn’t the public ultimately came to understand and like it? I think it would be good to lead the contemporary in such a manner.
By saying that, does the public point to all age groups?
That’s right. Like when you talk about the South Pole you think of penguins. So that when you talk about contemporary, you think of SHINee.
The composition of idols receives love from all age groups, but don’t you think there ultimately is a limit?
I don’t think of that as being the answer. It hasn’t even been 20 years since idols began to debut. I think that if we do well we’ll be able to promote for as long as we want. There’s a lot left ahead without restriction.
You see it as being longer?
Objectively I’m still young.
What do you think the virtues of a person who is acknowledged by society as a grown-up, a man who is an independent adult, are?
Above all dreams, aside from character and personality. I think that if you just think that you’re going to do everything you want to, then everything is possible.
How about a man who cries easily?
He can cry. Every person is different.
What do you mean by different?
I said that objectively. Personally I think that somewhere there is a person who looks like me or behaves the way I do. A person who is simultaneously doing the same thing as me or singing the same song. I have many thoughts. It’s a bit strange.
You are a ‘musician’ and are referred to as an ‘artist,’ it seems quite natural that you would think that there’s someone out there who is the same as yourself.
I think that somewhere there is a person having the same interview that I’m having and doing the same work that I’m doing. I don’t think that only our earth exists.
What do you mean by that? Andromeda?
It could exist outside the universe, or it could be something that makes us look like a speck of dust, or something that’s a speck of dust to us.
By any chance do you put in a lot of effort in studying physics?
I want to. I also want to study psychology. I’m accustomed to thinking to myself, but I think that certain parts would become official, and be cleared up.
Most recently when you cried on a music program, there was much speculation about your tears. Your colleagues said that the preparation for the 2nd album wasn’t that difficult, and that they couldn’t understand. I wonder if perhaps you faced difficulties through your individual schedules like your musical “The Brothers Were Brave.”
That could be a part of it. But I think that when a person cries, he doesn’t necessarily think of just one single happening or moment. We won 1st place and I cried, that’s true. However, it would also be true if I said that I didn’t cry at winning 1st place. Couldn’t I also be crying because of my maternal grandmother who treated me warmly? I didn’t cry because of a certain reason and I didn’t cry because of a lack of it either. Everyone is different.
You say that people are all different quite often. What about SHINee? Do you have characteristics that make you different from other teams?
We’re working to give off something that is surely our own. Giving off our own color is the ultimate point. However, I think with that comes personal satisfaction. If we reach some point and go “Now we’ve become SHINee,” wouldn’t that be the end?
Just as you wrote the lyrics for “Your Name,” I hope that you will be able to write the lyrics for SHINee.
There are many different directions that can be taken. I could choose many, or I could choose one, or I could not choose at all. You can say that taking on various activities from different fields is an effort to collect diverse experiences and make a broad choice.
* in the Korean lyrics of the song, the actual word used is “onew.”
** “O-new-wol” is short way to refer to the months of May and June. Onew is joking about his stage name.