#JHDY2024

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Now we're all happy since Jaehyun "confirmed" Dandelion is very much like Doyoung (My shipper heart went crazy) but I also feel like Completely is also Doyoung, especially at the bridge "Through good times, bad times, red lights, stop signs. The one thing you should know. Is my love will always ring true......" that made me think about the awkward time. 

Jaehyun confirmed about "Completely" as well.

Jae wrote "Dandelion" himself, so the words are about Doyoung specifically. "Completely" was sent to Jae in a ready state, however, it does describe "true love" in general (without individual details like "singing with me"). And JaeDo have already experienced many ups and downs, their feelings were tested many times, Jaehyun knows what he is truly feeling, he is not in the honeymoon period with pink glasses on, he is in "settled down" state.

"Completely" is also a song that matches others the least. It's sincere and melancholic instead of flirty/witty. It was chosen because it's too good a song to pass, and because it is a message ("Would there be a better way to say ‘I love you’ than that song?").

As we expected, all Jae's songs ended up to be love songs. There are no songs gifted to the fans even (Like's Do's first 3 songs on the album). The album is about Jaehyun (Jarcissus, heh), his taste in music, his interest in different subgenres or r'n'b, his want to experiment and try this and that. His belongings marked "J". "I want you to see the other sides of me" album.

Jaehyun has been in love with Do ever since he met him, for more than 10 years. Therefore, the feelings and acts of jealousy, pining, loneliness, wooing - all about Do as well (as the object of Jae's romantic feelings). Sound and style wise "Flamin' Hot Lemon" may suit Ten (a fan asked Jae during the 127 fanmeet in Bkk, he gave this answer), but "Giving me this look like I scuffed up her Nikes" is still about Doyoung (who very much likes white with black Nike sneakers, heh).

Jaehyun said that he wouldn't take songs that didn't sit right with him (i.e. just because it's a good song or a song with going viral potential), it applies to lyrics as well. The words in songs he got from others weren't written with Doyoung in mind, but they still should fit him. Jaehyun can't sing about an abstract love interest, when he has a husband. Maybe in the future he will be interested in impersonating someone else in songs (like he played a role in his MV), but this album was only about him as Yuno.

Giving me this look like I scuffed up her Nikes.

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Inkigayo in Tokyo

(date of the event: 121024)

A long post. The best JaeDo moments happen in Saitama.

Part 1: Doyoung

It's a beautiful life...

Doyoung was one of the 3 MCs, he was introduced as a Crown Prince of k-pop. Kick It. Fanchant. He preformed with 127 and as a soloist.

And the star was born - the solo segment.

Truly, I'm glad Do didn't get his album several years ago. He used to be not confident in his own voice. And he needed that daesang for 127, and for neos to do well on their own to be mentally free.

Doyoung was focused and tense during this Inkigayo show, he was the leader on top of his MC duties. He felt the responsibility. And yet, look at how he carried his own solo-section. Alone with his band and a stadium full of not just his fans, and not even just NCTzens.

7:56 - Notice how Do changed from his normal voice to a ligher tone.

9:30 - Frankly, I didn't like Oh-ya-yo in DLF on the album (I generally don't like the use of children choirs), but I see Doyoung's genius plan now. He intended for the crowd to sing along during live shows. And it is a good chant for a concert (easy to follow). People feel united, a part of a whole, uplifted (the measured breathing), when they sing and chant together. It's the oldest type of music.

I will point out that not all NCTzens in the audience were Do-biased. Despite that, everyone waved their neobongs and most sang alone and did the chant. Believe your eyes and see how the core fandom actually receives him.

Sidenote: I'm angry at Do's Japanese teacher for not correcting his pronunciation. He developed a habit of butcherring a few consonants, which gives him a noticeable accent. It's cute in speech, but not during singing.

Jaehyun, I'm ready to ship Do with his piano-boy, be aware, heh.

The pianist was impressive during the Japanese song. I bet it was Do's idea to strip down the performance and leave only the keys and his voice. It was a very powerful move. He created a magical moment. Japanese in general are very grateful to anyone who talks/sings in Japanese, and Do even made a connection, explained how there is a Korean tv-series remake, that the drama and the OST song are loved in SK as well.

As I said earlier, Do was in his leader mode, so he didn't yeld to other neos. As such, you can observe the real power dynamic.

Stuttering Jungwoo and slightly teasing him Doyoung.

Do with MarkHyuk. Do catching Mark near the end of the stage. Do catching co-MC Yunah from ILLIT. Bringin water for 127.

This JohnDo moment during the ment was interesting (all members said nice words to each other). Jaehyun really went a long way and matured considerably. He is very secure as the number 1 now. Notice how both Johnny and Doyoung looked at him several times. How Jae pretended to shield his eyes from JohnDo and was the first to clap (to mark the end to the fanservice bit). How Do didn't let the joking go too far (usually he is more lenient).

Do gathering 127 for a bow, manhandling everyone he could get his hands on.

Do and confetti. Video.

Part 2: Jaehyun

Despite going to the military soon and a busy schedule, Jaehyun lives every day happily. He is very open these days, very giving.

Fact Check Jae. Sunny road Jae. Giving five to fans. Jaehyun-hyung with Wish.

Jae and Yuta. Posting this to show that Jae doesn't have a habit of looking at someone's eyes non-stop.

Another classic from Jaehyunie: "Singers sing, and actors act". I like Hyuk's adlibs. Silly Jae and Mark his other half. Jae and Sakuya.

Jae's turn after Tae.

Part 3: JaeDo

That long-ass approach to the target.

Yes, Jaehyun didn't expect the hug. That smile with canines, that inhale.

I will add more fuel to your shipper fire and point out how both Doyoung and Jaehyun clung to each other despite Yuta trying to separate them (which I'm really questioning).

Do tapped Jae's butt. The booty is his. Woo and others should remember.

Jae was firmly keeping his hand for some time on Do's shoulder despite Yuta practically hanging off his arm. And at the end he tapped Do's arm with his fingers (after patting Yuta on the back). Reconnected with Do for a brief moment.

Here you can see how Do kept his hand on Jae's shoulder despite Yuta jumping on both and pushing with his weight. Also, a good view at the speed Jae grabbed Do's shoulder when Do hugged him. Aaand how instantly Doyoung put his hand on Jae's back when the bae approached him. We haven't seen such behaviour for years. It's a miracle.

Did you notice Do's small smile?

I guess home looks like this.

Part 4: NCT 127

Walk and the whole half an hour performance segment with ments.

( Kick It+2 Baddies+Fact Check

Sunny Road )

The crowd chanting. 127 tribal dance.

Part 5: NCT Wish

(can't find the full performance)

A bit of Steady.

Sakuya is injured, so he sat again. Riku dancing. Jaehee dancing. Sion and Haechan-hyung. Ryo and Yushi. Chant.

Part 6: NCT

Sion didn't learn yet that everyone should follow Taeyong or Doyoung's directions during big stages, and gather together as NCT. Do had to run after departing Wishies to add them to the NCT line up for the final bow. It was Jaehee who took Do's hand (no consideration for Ryo). Tap-tap-tap.

Bonus: Tongue lick.

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Season greetings 2025 bts.

Dusty pink for hair really suits Woo. Every Woo's fan should hunt that SG down to add to the collection, heh.

Taeil was 01 and Taeyong was meant to be 00 (as it's his Neozone number as well). SM lucked out with Taeil being the oldest in this case. Nothing needed to be corrected when it came to numbers on necks and shirts. Just Yuta's couple segment omitted in the vlog. Fans now assume Tae=Captain Rose is 01.

Busy Dog and Caracal have been paired in the past, and in the near future, with the golden trio in the military, it will make even more sense for them to appear together.

MarkHyuk do double shift with these photoshoots (127&Dream). Mark also does them for magazines (solo articles and brand ads). I always wonder to what level they are tired of this activity, or is it still interesting to some degree to them.

DoJae's bit starts at 23:07.

Doyoung-ah, you need to educate yourself about Fighting club.

This is the closest I've seen JaeDo to their ShowChamp counterparts since maybe May of 2018 (the interview). Totally the same vibe. Even small "hyung~" was there. How seemlessly they transition from one to another, not fighting over topics, continuing each other's jokes.

Doyoung instantly understantood what Jae meant with "Hyung, ...? (how old are you)", hehe.

And what's with that lopsided long-lasting smirk of yours at the thought of Doyoung being 30, younger man still in his 20s, eh? I'm not going to insinuate anything, and yet...

So many kfans commenting under the video that JaeDo on the thumbnail is SM's desperation to earn money, heh.

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What is this JaeDobait on Season greetings?

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Doyoung: "I'm a grown up soloist, nor a 10k venue nor a 30k venue can scare me, I'll tell those people to chant my name".

*Jaehyun enters the room with non-neos present to be witnesses*

Doyoung: *gay panic!*

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Never judge a situation by one picture or two. I've already seen TaeDo shippers writing sad comments because Tae stood away from the married couple giving Do priority. In this video Do shows Tae his mini flower bouquet, and Tae smiles.

Heh, Do stretched his arm ready to put in on Jae's back moving nearby.

Johnny isn't as considerate as Tae and at first grabbed Jae by the waist, but shifted his hand away later (same video).

I like this angle. Tae seems to be with the group. Also, it reflects the relationships and characters as well. Do making sure to grab Jae's head right away. Ten being on JN's side. Woo posing but without feeling the need to come too close (they already have group photos, this one is for the media than for themselves).

And why do JaeDo have identical masks on (I checked, same model, not just colour)? Just wondering...

Taedo and JohnTen sitting side by side. Also follows their friendship mini-groups. TaeDo waving Jaehyun goodbye.

I hope Doyoung had time for Taeyong, bestie doesn't look too good these past days...

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I've just checked X. I see, so Doyoung suddenly decided to forget about all his hiding for all those years and claim that buzzcut head, heh. The way Jae didn't know what to do with his arms when Do's hand landed on his head..

Jae going to the base. A compilation video.

I'm glad, Tae could come and not only see off his maknae but also see other neos.

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Fancon Mute: Day 2

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Doyoung, Johnny came. Chris Lee (the head of A&R in SM and the CEO of r&b label KRUCIALIZE), Kang Byeongjun (Neo centre director). Do's manager. JN's manager? And some other staff.

It's important that both Jae and Do are supported by higher ups in the company. Both Lee and Kang were with NCT in the beginning.

There are videos on YT and Beyond live rips of Day2 somewhere, so I will just post a few fancams.

Entering the venue.

Song cuts: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7

Can’t take my Eyes off you, Completely, Try again

Real Peach VCR

Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12

Out of the smoke, English please, rambling Jae, Resonance, R2, reading a fan letter,

Peach boy: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9

Explaining why he cried during Day1, farewell words, farewell joke, stay healthy, final kiss. A letter for the fans.

Leaving the venue with flowers.

Do cheering: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, pics, 7, 8, 9, singing along to Dandelion, joining fans calling Jae as Jaehyun-samchon (uncle Jaehyun)

Cinematic parallels.

The concert was finished with NCT 127's song "Promise you". JohnDo were shown during this segment on the screen. No, you will greet Jaehyunee standing, Johnny-hyung, heh. Later that day Doyoung posted an IG story with a picture of the scene with the first words from the song and caption "Jaehyunee *heart*" and giant handwritten "J".

Bye 아무렇지 않게 인사한 채

Why 우린 아직까지 닿지 못해

(Bye, greeting each other casually

Why haven't we reached each other yet)

Fans commented that Do was too engrossed in watching the concert and waving his lightstick, so he took out his phone only at the end.

"Promise you" is a fitting song for the last appearence of Jae before the fans, however, can't help myself and not think about JaeDo's chorus and Do's prominent "so stay" part. Afterall, if I'm not mistaken Jae was the only neo who used a full NCT song? (won't be surprised if it was staff's idea, though, the lyrics were not prepared in advance (no special font or effects), it looked like a last minute addition)

[Chorus: Doyoung, Jaehyun] Oh, I promise you, on the day we meet again I will hug you, and more than saying just a single word Even if I cry out of joy This time I will convey my feelings to you Oh, I promise you, on the day we meet again (So stay) I'll smile, and more than saying any words at all (So stay) Just like you showed me, this time I will give you my heart for eternity

[Outro: Doyoung] So, so stay Oh-oh-ooh-ooh So, so stay Oh-oh-ooh-ooh, ooh

Some shippers were worried that Doyoung won't come. Such an idea is nonsence. Regardless of the type of relationships, Doyoung supports all 127 neos. If he can't visit in person, he watches a live in his hotel room (Taeyong) or is the most active in a video message (Yuta). He goes to Dream concerts the most. And in general likes to go to concerts, big stars and small ones he likes.

The "VIP" zone is one of the furthest from the stage, heh. Not so VIP, just close to the exit and secluded. This and Do being filmed by fans sitting nearby reminded me how hard it is for neos to just go to a concert of their friend. They won't have the experience all to themselves and would have to wear masks if they would like to hide their emotions.

Speaking of VIPs. It looks like not only Jae's parents visited him on Day1, but also his granny. And maybe even his English uncle with his aunt? (the whole bottom row)

Johnny left earlier. Doyoung appeared with a mysterious box. Maybe a present for him (or Jae? and he carried it?) from SM staff or someone else from the VIP guests. Liquor would make the most sense, but the box looks too plain for that. In any case, pretty sure JaeDo had dinner together afterwards.

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He thinks he is subtle.

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https://x.com/nctymisfit/status/1850133767115198730

jae enabling and supporting do’s silly antics 😆

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But why does Jaehyun always speak in *tiny* with Doyoung-ie-hyung... Blondie is so handsy... just lke in 2016.

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Where is the holy spirit?

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201024 - NCT 127 fanmet in Taipei

127 visited a Kcon in US, a couple shows in Japan, and is doing a few fanmeets across China and SEA countries this year. It's a way to earn money but also remind about oneself.

There are not that many videos from the event. Let's just note that Doyoung and Jaehyun were clingy again. It might not look like it for an outsider, however, we here remember how it was in the past, when even during concerts they interacted maybe once in two hours. And here both touched each other when they could have avoided it, for the benefit of themselves and their bonding.

Jaehyun thinking it's about him, instantly ready to playfight.

Do coming to Jae, Jae coming to Do. Look at that high-five. High-five has a special place in JaeDo land (it's been a JaeDo thing since ages).

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The Pink Fighting Club season greetings is something I'd buy. Future agents in training. The concept has links to several previous ones (like Kick It, Punch, NCIT night). The cartoons don't look like the members they represent, which is a big minus, but the style is vibrant and fits the style of the photography. And, of course, white haired Doyoung. Once in a lifetime occurence.

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DoJae in Milan.

As per usual, because they were filmed, they kept apart. However, notice how the attention was distributed.

Jae took a picture of DoWoo, Woo posed for him with a V. When Jae called with "look", Do turned hearing his voice right away. Jae showed the photo to Do, didn't make Woo look at it (by turning the phone to him, giving him his turn of a close look at the screen). 19:22-19:30

19:42-19:47 - When Jae was coming back to join DoWoo he looked at Do first and only after he saw Do being busy with his phone and noticing Woo filming him, he turned his head to Woo.

19:47 - mm-mm exchange

19:51 - Jae yawning yet still paying attention to Do's outbursts

20:05 - this smooth falling into a bubble for two, Woo self-excluded himself being distracted by the people

Looks like Doyoung found that gelato place himself researching on the internet and was dragging everyone there.

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https://twitter.com/nctymisfit/status/1830927182178271389?t=2RTDr_jye9qhPY-9alp6-w&s=19

Those paper bag in table and he mentioned the baccarat one, is it familiar to you Do?? 🤭

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It was familiar, that's why he asked Woo to confirm his suspicion. (And I wonder if Jae skiddadled to go meet Doyoung in the building. Surely looked like it, he lost interest in Woo so quickly, and said goodbye from the corridor, already on the go).

This moment was a little bit similar to that case when Doyoung gifted a perfume diffuser from that fancy brand Jaehyun buys his scented candles from (to BamBam, I think?). The brand Jae introduced to Do and influenced him to like it.

Look at Yuta. His clothes, his taste in music and accessories. He stands out, he is separate from other neos. While JaeDo dress the same, buy same perfumes and scented candles, cut their hair the same way, have identical shelves in their flats, share many songs they like, have same brand pyjamas and jewellery from Japan, take similar pictures for their IGs. Jaehyun knows the score to the song Do performed on KoMS and can play it on the piano, Do knows what soda Jae prefers.

Paint those dots on paper one by one, and it becomes a picture.

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Aha! Found the interview where JaeDo sit side by side (a true rarity).

No subs. I saw partial translations on X, but collecting fragments is bothersome.

0:17 - JaeDo synchronising their reaction. Plus, I think, Do asked the same wuestion, just with a tiny delay? (prompted by Jae)

0:48 - Do slapping his knee. When was the interview shot? Everyone is so full of energy and smiley. Dream awards?

1:17 - I know it's a small detail, but things like this matter. Look how JaeDo's bodies are inclined towards each other. You can see the gap on Do's left side, he isn't sitting in the middle of the chair. No avoidance, comfortable in each other's personal space. You can compare both with Haechan's posture. He sits comfortably and right in the middle

You know how you silently fight with your neighbour for the armrest that you share on a plane? Watch Hyuk and Jae. 0:50 - Jae has the armrest. 1:00 - Jae turns and abandones the armrest. 1:02 - Hyuk takes the armrest. 1:22 - Jae crosses his arms, an alternative position for his arms. 2:19 - Jae puts his elbows on the armrests again. Hyuk and him actually had two armrests between them, but the distance was still too short for Jae to fully relax. 3:36 - Crossed arms. And he never returned his elbows back on the armrests.

Jaehyun likes Haechan, yet he still wanted to keep that 10cm distance (not let him inside the intimate zone).

1:39 - 1:43 - When Do pressed with his shoulder into Jae, Jae didn't shift.

4:58-5:08 - A cute JaeDo moment. Didn't look at each other, but still laughed with each other and in the same manner. That famous Do-directed puppy Jaehyun's answer "Ah, it's not that?+dimples+whiskers+mooneyes+cute voice".

6:04-6:06 - JaeDo nodding in unison.