K-Pop Is Not What You Think It Is
Now, I've been listening to a lot of Korean pop music and documentaries (from Twice, BTS, Jay Park, GDragon, Big Bang, etc. courtesy of Youtube Originals) lately since this MCO started. Those who know me knows that I've always been in and out of Kpop over the years since highschool, since I have a wide variety of music that I like and it really depends on the mood/season I'm in.
I want to write about how a lot of people who don't listen to Kpop have an inaccurate perception of the music, the culture and what it represents. I have really come to appreciate it, not just the amount of work they put in but also the story they try to tell behind their music, their art. Of course, not all groups have the liberty to set their own musical direction but those who have been in the scene for many years have gained the experience and trust to be able to produce music that are close to their hearts.
I would like to give a few examples from two of my most favourite groups. One would be the song Epiphany from BTS's Love Yourself 結 ‘Answer’ album. The 'Love Yourself' trilogy speaks about the idea of loving oneself and to really look at our own self as a special, unique and valued individual.
Another song is from Twice called One In A Million, which was specifically written for their fans. It talks about how each one of us is unique and that no one can ever be the same as the other.
I want to write about how a lot of people who don't listen to Kpop have an inaccurate perception of the music, the culture and what it represents. I have really come to appreciate it, not just the amount of work they put in but also the story they try to tell behind their music, their art. Of course, not all groups have the liberty to set their own musical direction but those who have been in the scene for many years have gained the experience and trust to be able to produce music that are close to their hearts.
I would like to give a few examples from two of my most favourite groups. One would be the song Epiphany from BTS's Love Yourself 結 ‘Answer’ album. The 'Love Yourself' trilogy speaks about the idea of loving oneself and to really look at our own self as a special, unique and valued individual.
What was I so afraid of? Why did I hide my true self? I may be a bit blunt, I may lack some things. I may not have that shy glow around me, but this is me. I’m the one I should love in this world.
Another song is from Twice called One In A Million, which was specifically written for their fans. It talks about how each one of us is unique and that no one can ever be the same as the other.
You're something special, the only one in the world. You're a masterpiece; you're perfect just the way you are. I believe in you. You gotta know that you're one in a million.
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