#wheein vocal

[skybluelatte]

Happy Birthday Wheein!!!💜🦋💜

[tousakamis]

okay i know i randomly ramble about kpop every 2 seconds but swans solo debut is soooo beautiful im going to KILL rbw for their allergy of promoting their female idols

[moonbyulismine]

230520 Mamamoo @ 'MY CON' Concert in Atlanta - Mr. Ambiguous

[theradishfarm]

I was so worried about getting tickets without even requesting to leave work early that day 😅

selling 2 floor tickets (row 7) for $250 can’t sell separately.

Can accept it through PayPal or Venmo. Also sold as shinygazette on other social media 🙂

Message me if interestedddd and then I can transfer from Ticketmaster.

[justine-the-guillotine]

MAMAMOO's Hit Songs Live Collection⭐ #Highlight #HwasaShow EP.8

[olibranchart]

the ff7 idol au thats been stewing

ok ok here me out and my three brain cells of being a Korean kpop listener:

shinra decided that world domination needed less of the military action and more of the idol worship route forming shinra entertainment:

Enter music producer hojo and lucrecia crescent, a genius ballad singer, who decide to make their baby the best singer in the world using completely ethical and safe means

(inject the baby with mako in hopes of the cetra working their angelic qualities into the dna)

bam bam enter sephiroth crescent, born with a voice so beautiful it can trick people into ignoring shinras war crimes. However babies unfortunately do not come with maxed out stats in dancing and performing leading to hojo plucking baby sephiroth and locking him into a long ass training period (fun! definitely won’t give the baby trauma!)

Timeskip about 9~10 years:

Congratulations miniroth! You have debuted as the first SOLDIER, a group/idol school that’s like nct where there will eventually be so many members you need a wiki page to know all their names! Sephiroth then goes to join a SOLDIER prototype band including glenn, lucia, matt, you know the drill. Those four become like day6 where they play live instruments along with just singing, with sephiroth quickly showing his massive talent. Glenn, lucia, and matt: “wtf that’s a child” however the four quickly get close with the trio teaching sephiroth how to interact with other people. Sephiroth and gang performs in rhadore with great results

headcanon performance: Glenn on piano, Lucia on violin, Matt on drums, seph vocal

Unfortunately, the quartet breaks up due to shinra war crimes in rhadore. Shinra quickly slaps a scandal on Glenn, Lucia, and Matt leading to the start of the infamous sephiroth curse within SOLDIER where anyone that becomes sephiroth’s bandmate usually ends up mysterious disappearing or involved in a scandal. Sephiroth continues as a solo singer, becoming the face of shinra and a famous artist across the planet. With a hint of mental issues of course.

(enter angeal and genesis to kick down his mental walls)

timeskip, sephiroth is about 16~17years old:

shinra assigns sephiroth and two new members to become a new group called first class, the highest level of SOLDIER. Enter angeal and genesis, two 20 year olds from banora with mako in their veins and obvious sephiroth fans. At first sephiroth is wary (he doesn’t want the two to get scandal blasted) but soon the three become fast friends. Sephiroth consider the two equal in his abilities , and the trio quickly become renowned for their good ass music.

Angeal—> soyeon Genesis—> winter Sephiroth—> Liz

Angeal—> Mina Genesis—> momo Sephiroth—> Sana

(I have no clue how to fit the wutai war in here lol)

Zack joins as a frequent collaborator due to being the highest in second class SOLDIER and angeals apprentice about 2~3 years later:

Angeal—> wheein Genesis—> hwasa. Sephiroth—> solar Zack—> moonbyul

HAHAA I fooled you this entire post was actually to get you to watch mamamoo and their amazing vocals (I will make a pt 2 I’m just tired of typing)

bonus—>

vocal ranking:

Sephiroth (perfect in any range, hits high notes without flinching)

Genesis/Angeal (good in mid high-low ranges, genesis can hit whistle notes and Angeal can hit decent high notes

Zack (great voice but more focused on rap and dance, can go from mid-low range)

Stage presence ranking:

Genesis (can draw a crowds attention in seconds)

angeal/zack (fun on stage)

sephiroth (little awkward but passable and has enormous presence)

Dance ranking

Sephiroth (flexible but strong; fans have said he dances like water)

Angeal/Zack/ Genesis (powerful movement)

[fymoonbyul]

[INTERVIEW] Solar and Moonbyul on the creation of MAMAMOO+: “It was a road we had to achieve at some point” | NME Magazine

The MAMAMOO duo also talk to NME about ‘Act 1, Scene 1’, milestones in their solo careers and their upcoming US tour.

Arriving from a small K-pop agency in 2014, few had expected MAMAMOO – made up of vocal queens Solar, Wheein, Moonbyul and Hwasa – to take the K-pop industry by storm. But they came, they saw and they conquered, breaking stereotypes and pushing artistic boundaries far and wide. Though it’s a calmer phase for them as a group now, as they look to shine in equal parts together and individually, their journey is a continuing source of creative surprises.

This time, Solar and Moonbyul join forces as MAMAMOO+, the first sub-unit of the quartet, to put out their single album ‘Act 1, Scene 1’. But as the duo explain to NME over Zoom, the dawning of this project was not a matter of if, but when. “We have spent a lot of time together since our trainee days,” Moonbyul says earnestly. “We fought sometimes, we agreed sometimes, and we had a lot of experiences to come this far. Becoming a unit wasn’t that difficult, and it was more of a road we had to achieve at some point.”

‘Act 1, Scene 1’ is the overture to their new zeitgeist, which Solar and Moonbyul first previewed last August with the digital single ‘Better’ with BIG Naughty. The three-song project melds their buoyant personalities with shapeshifting pop melodies, encompassing a well-known balance off and stage. “We felt the good parts we individually had supported each other, and the lacking parts were also fulfilled,” Solar adds smiling, her voice always poised throughout the conversation.

Here, both K-pop artists talk about their synergy, devising ‘Act 1, Scene 1’, last year’s solo milestones and MAMAMOO’s upcoming North American tour.

When did you start conceptualising ‘Act 1, Scene 1’ and how was the decision-making process to better reflect the artistry MAMAMOO+ want to construct?

Solar: “Preparing for this unit isn’t something we did overnight. We had a lot of concerns and a lot of questions about which [creative direction] we should take. With all the pondering from last year, the actual time when we started to work on [‘Act 1, Scene 1’], it didn’t take that long.”

Moonbyul: “We have been wanting to do the unit for a while now, but it really came together when we started to prepare for our US tour. The identity we want [to achieve] as MAMAMOO+ is for our music to have a happy vibe.”

You mentioned that putting together a unit was the hardest – compared to MAMAMOO as a whole or your solo releases – because of the differences in opinions that may arise. Were there any creative discrepancies when outlining this record?

Moonbyul: “When [we are working as soloists], we create our own ideas, and there’s no other [perspective] to contrast or compare, while as a group, we all work together, and there’s a company behind what route MAMAMOO [should take]. But as a unit, it’s something between. The musical part wasn’t a big problem because we did brainstorming since last year, so that was okay. But some of the difficult parts were, for example, the design of the album cover and those [kinds of details]. It wasn’t necessarily a big conflict, but we [needed to] come with those different pieces and work together.”

MAMAMOO+ signifies “adding something to MAMAMOO to glow in a different colour”, and it could be said that your B-side, ‘Chico Malo’, embodies this concept the most because it is fierce and compelling. Why did you go this sonic direction, and how does it relate with the message you want to convey?

Solar: “The song ‘Chico Malo’ is very strong, and we thought a lot about how we should put the video, the outfits and the style of the song [together]. We wanted to combine the modern with the traditional because we really feel it matches the [vibe] of the song, and that’s why the lyrics are [very poetic]. They can reveal the beauty of Korea.”

Title track ‘GGBB’ depicts a dangerous and exciting love atop a mellifluous production. It feels the polar opposite of ‘Chico Malo’, but both songs have a lyrical connection. What made you choose ‘GGBB’ as the title track of ‘Act 1, Scene 1’?

Solar: “We want to show a lot of different aspects and different styles of music as MAMAMOO+, and to do that, we considered both ‘Chico Malo’ and ‘GGBB’ [as candidates] to be the title track. But overall, in real life and as a group, we’re very bright and positive so we really wanted to show that side.”

Of all the three songs on your new album, which one is the one you cherish the most?

Solar: “For me, it’s ‘GGBB’ because, of course, it’s our title track. But [I cherish] all the songs from this album.”

Moonbyul: “Our fan song ‘LLL’ is the one that we created together with the most coming back and forth in opinions. So this is the track I feel like it’s something I’m pretty attached to.”

Moonbyul, you recently won The Second World, the reality TV competition that put your singing abilities centre stage. What are some of the emotions you will forever treasure from this experience?

Moonbyul: “[The Second World] was a great program, and at first, I had difficulties [thinking about] whether I should be part of it or not. But I had a lot of support from our fans and I had great support from my members as well. They always gave me confidence and energy and they gave me a reason to be part of this show. That’s what I will remember the most.”

You’re also the most credited female idol in the Korea Music Copyright Association (KOMCA). This creative autonomy is essential to your musicality, and it has become more prominent throughout the years. What does songwriting mean to Moonbyul?

Moonbyul: “I was pretty amazed [to know] I’m one of the highest female artists that [are credited] in KOMCA. At first, this process of writing lyrics was very stressful, but there were many supporting me from behind. As time went by, I could see my work being accumulated in KOMCA and I felt very proud. I hope I can continue to be part of creating lyrics and producing songs as well. And songwriting really means a lot to me because it [represents] my musical freedom. I can challenge different genres and the lyrics I want to write, and that freedom really helps me become a better artist and a better producer.”

Solar, your portrayal of dancer Mata Hari marked your debut as a leading actress in a musical last year. What’s something that you learned while personifying such a complex and enigmatic character?

Solar: “Being a singer and idol compared to a musical artist is very, very different. Musical artists are someone that have to sing on stage, and at the same time, they also have to act as a different person. This [experience] was very challenging because I had to show the audience all the details, the feelings and the meaning of [Mata Hari], so expressing that through acting was something that I wasn’t very aware of and I didn’t have that much experience with. It was a new stage and a very difficult time, but I really enjoyed it.”

And how do you feel about the artist and the person you have grown to be?

Solar: “Oh, this is a difficult question! [laughs]. Since I was a trainee, I’ve always wanted to be an artist that could heal people and transmit positive energy to those that listen to my music. And as MAMAMOO, as a unit and as a soloist, I think I’ve worked to show that exact vibe and this brightness that I have to the fans. But the thing is, I have very high standards and expectations, and I always have different goals that I want to achieve. As an artist, I feel there’s still a long road ahead for me, and now it’s a process where I’m going towards that final goal I have in mind.”

‘Act 1, Scene 1’ has been described as the start of MAMAMOO+, and your objective is to create expectations about the future steps. Do you already have a new chapter in mind?

Moonbyul: [Laughs] “Yes, of course! We do have a lot of plans, but it’s very early to reveal the details of [what’s coming next]. However, what we’re going to do is to meet a lot of fans – both in South Korea and overseas. It could be a concert, or it could be a fanmeet, but we want to meet them.”

Speaking of new chapters, MAMAMOO recently announced their long-awaited US stops for the first world tour, ‘MY CON’. How are you currently feeling, and what are some of your hopes for these concerts?

Moonbyul: “This is the first time we’re actually going on a US tour, so we are very, very excited to meet our fans there. We are preparing a lot, but at the same time, we are a bit worried if there will be a lot of MooMoos that are going to be part of the show. We hope to meet every single MooMoo in the States that we haven’t seen in person. That’s something we are looking forward to.”

[choi-hae]

Kenny's Top Music of 2023!

What's up, kids? It's that time of year again. How does every year keep getting better for music? Which in turn makes it harder for me to do this damn list. As always, I tried to listen to as much as possible to get the fullest experience in my music journey. I can’t possibly listen to everything, but I always try my best. 

This year’s list is even bigger than last year’s. On top of adding multiple honourable mentions and modifying some categories to suit this year’s releases better, I added two new categories - the awaited MVs of the Year category and the much needed Singles of the Year category. Choosing for this year was harder than last year because everything is just too high quality. This list doesn’t even begin to encapsulate everything I loved, but once again, I did my best. 

The rules I put upon myself in terms of choices are similar to last year’s, but please take note of them before reading further. Thank you in advance for reading my list! 

RULES: 

1. If an album was chosen for top album (group or solo), I tried to choose a different title from a different album OR a completely different artist all together for top title track (group or solo) to showcase as much variety as possible (and to challenge myself). If an album was chosen, it can be assumed I love all, if not most, of the songs on that album anyway.  2. Top b sides are okay to chosen from top albums, as it only makes sense, and there can be multiple from a single artist but only ONE SONG per album. 3. None of these lists are in any particular order. It’s hard enough to choose top of anything, let alone put them into a numbered order.

And with that, here's my top music of 2023!

Top 6 (+1) Group Albums/EPs

5-Star - Stray Kids

Between the two albums SKZ released this year, I chose 5-Star. S-Class is great, not my favourite title from them, but the b sides on this album really elevate the whole project and are easily some of my favourite SKZ songs to date. 

New DNA - XG

What a year for XG in general. They really hit it out of the park with this EP. Every song is title track worthy, and it’s so many different vibes that all still work together as a project. Seriously, they killed it. 

Harmony: All In - P1Harmony

Their only big release this year but a banger nonetheless. This EP is so cohesive - Jump is such a fun title, and all the b sides are a similar energy that only enhance the whole experience. 

Chill Kill - Red Velvet

This album really floored me, even though I should never be surprised when it comes to these girls. Chill Kill is easily one of my favourite titles this year, and then every b side on the project happens to also be a hit? Such a stunning album. 

The Name Chapter: TEMPTATION - TXT

It’s hard for me to explain how much I love this EP. I don’t even fully stan TXT but Sugar Rush Ride dropped and I was like, “oh they really did it with this one, didn’t they?”. And then the rest of the EP was also full of bops. Phenomenal project - A+.

MY WORLD - aespa

Another case of the title track is not my favourite from them this year (still love it) but the b sides really elevate the project. One specific b side, which I will discuss later (spoilers), is enough to put this EP here, but I do love the whole vibe of this project from start to finish. 

Icky - KARD

The first honourable mention of the post goes to this EP because KARD is changing the game, folks. This is the sexiest project of the year and it’s a breath of fresh air - it’s different, it’s fun, it’s unafraid. They didn’t have to go this hard but I’m glad they did. 

Top 6 Solo Albums/EPs

IN the mood - Wheein

Would it be one of my lists without a Wheein mention? I’m always in love with everything she releases, and this album is no different. Every track is so her and it’s all I ever want - those floaty vocals and chill vibes. 

OO-LI - Woodz

Every project from him is incredible, and somehow he keeps getting better. Once again, there’s one b side (spoilers) that really elevates the whole thing for me, but every other song in the EP is its own beautiful journey (ha) and I expect nothing less from him. 

Game Plan - Somi

The queen. She was finally able to grace us with a little EP and it was phenomenal. The title is a complete bop, all the b sides are beautiful and so her. I honestly feel so blessed this year to get such a great project after almost 2 years of drought. 

To Die For - B.I

Another year, another B.I mention. He’s knocked it out of the park again with all his releases this year, but this one in particular is my favourite. The album itself includes his past EP, Cosmos, but all the new tracks are fantastic and include some really great collabs. 

Zone - Jihyo

Another queen! Jihyo absolutely murdered this solo debut. The title is fantastic, all the b sides are bop after banger. At this point, she is the blueprint. Also that one fit in the MV - the baggy jean one piece with the boots? Slay.

Letter with notes - Young K

Of course he releases a full album almost immediately after returning from military service. And of course it’s incredible. The entire album is filled with beautiful tracks, upbeat tracks, rocking tracks. He’s a man of many vibes after all. Welcome back, king. 

Top 6 Hip-Hop/R&B Albums/EPs

Yunhway - Yunhway

Her first full album and she killed it. I’ve loved Yunhway's stuff for a few years now but she doesn’t drop things too frequently. A full length project like this, in all English as well, was a breath of fresh air for me. Absolute masterpiece.

The Drift - Mirani

Another bad ass rapping lady, another banger of an album. I’ve really fallen for Mirani’s style lately - it’s chill but intense and she knows how to ebb and flow between the two. This project was such a hit for me when it first dropped, and I still have multiple of the songs on my playlists.

Pop Off - pH-1

This man only knows bangers. Whether it’s his own stuff or he’s featuring, he only knows pure bops. This little EP is no different - every song is so on point in terms of vibes, and many different vibes as well. A+.

Sailing - Hoody

A vibe switch but a well needed one. As always, her vocals on this album are phenomenal and the chill vibes are just what I needed on those days when shit was just too much. The whole album, from start to finish = chef’s kiss. 

Last Winter - Heize

A last minute entry but she stole my heart with this one. Another beautiful voice graces my ears with every song on the EP and I am calm. Her album from last year acted very similarly for me and I’m so happy to have more from her to end off this year. 

Dear Insanity - DPR IAN

What can I say? This guy knows how to make good music, and music that makes me visualize, which is an important sort of sub genre for me. I’m an incredibly visual person and Ian’s stuff is so beautifully cinematic. You can physically feel his music. It’s always a journey, an experience.

Top 6 (+1) Girl Group Titles

Sweet Juice - Purple Kiss

I remember thinking when this dropped, “I can’t believe Purki went and released a title track of the year in February”. I really love how their voices carry the melody. Like the song itself is pretty stripped back. And the MV is gorgeous as well. They really killed it with this one. 

Cake - ITZY

ITZY’s title tracks have been pretty divisive lately but Cake is easily my favourite title from them. Something about this song makes me so happy. I love the choreo, I love the MV, the girls sound great on it, and the message is so positive! That’s all I need. 

Bad News - Kiss Of Life

These girls!! I’ll get into it a little more later (spoilers) but I’ve completely fallen for them and their music. This title feels so unique to me and showcases their talents so well. If you don’t know, I love a song that makes me feel like a bad bitch, and this is it. 

Drama - aespa

It’s actually really hard for me to explain how much I love this song. It’s dark, it’s playful, it’s cinematic at times. It’s so purely aespa but with a new twist. When that final chorus hits, I feel like I’m floating. It’s just a perfect track. 

Love Me Like This - NMIXX

My girls killed it this year and you will see them multiple times on this list. Before this comeback, NMIXX had been very divisive for lots of people but I think this song showcased their skills on another level without the distraction of an intense mix pop feel. It’s an absolute winner. 

OOTD - Dreamcatcher

Another bad bitch track. Dreamcatcher always has this spice that no one else really has, and I think this song showcases it in a whole new way. It’s still heavy with rock influence like we know them for, but there’s an extra bit of experimentation slipped in that they just completely murdered. 

Slay - Everglow

I’m including this as a special honourable mention because what a comeback to come back with after almost two years. Another one that’s a little dark, a little playful, and makes me feel like a bad bitch. Like yes, all my girls slay. I absolutely adore it from start to finish. 

Top 6 Boy Group Titles

LALALALA - Stray Kids

From the intro of this song alone, it become a favourite title from them very quickly. Call me dramatic, but it felt like I was experiencing a life challenging event. The energy is on another level and I’m in love with it. The choreo is phenomenal and when that final chorus into post chorus hits, it’s over. A++ from me. 

Crazy Form - ATEEZ

It was hard for me to decide between this and Bouncy because both bang so goddamn hard. I’m finding I really love tracks that are more stripped back and the members carry it well with their voices and attitude. Also it’s a little more of an ass shaker and we love that. 

Ay-Yo - NCT 127

I couldn’t believe how much I loved this song. It completely snuck up on me. Something about the melody just hits. I still can’t fully understand what it is about it - the chorus is epic. Something about that piano in the verses too. I dunno, man. It’s a bop.

U - iKON

Their first comeback after leaving YG and it did not disappoint. I feel like they really needed that freedom and I’m so happy they got it because we got this song. It was the perfect song to lead into summer. It’s a song that’s really associated with happiness for me so it’s gotta be here. 

Beautiful Liar - Monsta X

I can’t lie, I did forget about this comeback. With all the enlistments, I feel so sad thinking about MX and their music because I miss them. But looking back on this song, god it is such a banger. I love when MX adds rock elements to their music. The guitar is such a good vibe for them. I need them back. 

Watch It - The Boyz

I know very little about these boyz but hell, they release some smooth and groovy tracks. I chose this one over Roar and Lipgloss because Watch It feels so weirdly cinematic that it tickles that dopamine part of my brain. And that “hi, hello~” part is too smooth to ignore.

Top 6 Solo Titles

Rover - Kai

It’s hard for me to think of words on why I love this song because how can you not? It absolutely took over when it first dropped and rightfully so. I think Kai has this ability to make any beat smooth and sexy as hell, and that’s what makes this song so unbelievably catching and hypnotizing. 

Twenty - Swan (Purple Kiss)

This was such a surprise release but oh my gosh, a beautiful surprise it was. I love Swan’s voice so much and to hear her go off on such a bright and groovy track, I felt blessed. I do hope we get more solo stuff from her sooner rather than later because I can’t get enough of her vocals.

Overdrive - I.M

It’s so sexy! Not surprising coming from him but I love it. It’s a vibe that he does well. One of the ways I describe I.M’s music is that it’s perfect for night driving. This song feels like I should be in a car driving too fast on an empty highway, in the best way possible. 

Freedom - Joohoney

My god, this song. I think as the title for his solo debut, it’s perfect. It’s so him and there’s really no other way to describe it. The track moves through so many vibes and feelings, and I think he’s a man with a lot of those things. I’m also really glad we got to hear his beautiful vocals in this. 

SOS - Kang Daniel 

The chorus of this song feels so weirdly nostalgic. The sound of it reminds of music I used to listen to and I think that’s what makes me love it so much. Like it’s giving Three Days Grace in some ways. Daniel always does such a great job in trying new things - this felt like something new for him and he killed it. 

Agassy - Soojin

The return of a queen! I missed her so much. Despite what happened, it was tragic that such an incredible performer was forced to take a hiatus for so long. She came back with such a beautiful song with beautiful choreo that really showcases her skills. I am beyond happy for her. 

SPECIAL: Band Comeback Honourable Mentions

Xdinary Heroes - Deadlock & Livelock

Both of their comebacks this year were amazing. With every passing year since their debut, they’re settling more into their unique sound and it’s such a fun journey to watch. The titles were great but the b sides really elevate both projects for me, favourites being Good Enough on Deadlock and Again? Again! on Livelock.

The Rose - Dual

A comeback from The Rose is always expected to be amazing, and this time is no different. Every song on the album is beautiful in its own way. The titles with MVs - Back To Me, Alive, and You’re Beautiful - were all phenomenal. Cosmos and Lifeline are fantastic with their EDM vibes - they’re easily my favourite of the b sides. 

Rolling Quartz - Fearless

Unfortunately just a single from them this year but a great one nonetheless. It’s another bad bitch anthem for me somehow. And that’s what I’ve always loved about Rolling Quartz - they have an energy that is so empowering, like I can take on the world. I’m hoping for more from them in the new year. 

ONEWE - XOXO

This was a nice surprise release. With two members doing service, I didn’t expect something to come out under the band name. For the title, Giuk and Dongmyeong’s voices go so well together. The progression of both the title and the b track are very upbeat and hopeful, which are nice vibes to give to the fans. 

LUCY - Insert Coin & Boogie Man

I know I’m missing a comeback here but I really wanted to talk about these two in particular. Unbelievable as the title for Insert Coin was very impactful, especially with the MV. Boogie Man also felt very impactful, because of the MV but also because the song feels a bit different than what I’m personally used to from them. It was a nice surprise and I felt they did such a good job with it. 

Top 6 Boy Group B Sides

Crescendo - Monsta X

Finding out this song is a Joohoney produced track was not surprising at all. I tend to love his tracks the most. It gives me the same vibes as Beastmode from Fatal Love, but instead of in your face powerful, it’s this silently powerful sexy vibe that felt new but also felt very MX. It became an instant favourite. 

Super Bowl - Stray Kids

It was tough choosing only one b side from 5-Star, because I love all of them so damn much, but I had to go with this one if only for the fact that it was the original God’s Menu. It’s sexy, it’s playful and fun, and “all this shit’s so bussin’”. It’s also in all English so I can fully sing along. It ticks all the boxes.

Good Enough - Xdinary Heroes

As mentioned above, this was my favourite b side on the Deadlock album. I’m completely in love with the stripped back vibe that lets their voices just float through the melodies. This song is so perfect in showcasing their softer side, as opposed to the title tracks which are much more energetic.

More Than Words - P1Harmony

Out of all the b sides, I definitely gravitated towards this one the most. The opening verse has such a nice melody and the chorus is too catching. I really love them on this type of track - that’s a bit softer but still upbeat where they can float and bounce as they please. It felt like this one was fun to record. 

ARRIBA - ATEEZ

Okay so I thought Emergency was my favourite, and it’s still great and I love it, but ARRIBA snuck up on me big time. The beginning tune that sounds like it’s being played out of a shitty radio is such a cool vibe. The whole track is just a cool vibe. And who doesn’t love a good skrrt skrrt skrrt?

Blind Spot - Stray Kids

Oh wow, Kenny couldn’t stop herself from choosing two SKZ b sides, what a shocker. This song is just so upbeat. It’s so fun and uplifting in its message. It’s giving montage in a teen coming of age film. I think it’s so perfectly Stray Kids, which is stupid to say because everything they release is so uniquely them.

Top 6 (+1) Girl Group B Sides

Either Way - IVE

Let me start this off by saying: IVE wins best B SIDES of the year. Either Way is my favourite for its floatiness and beautiful emotional vocals, but I need you all to know that in the process of making this list, IVE had SEVEN contenders for this category between their two album releases this year. They’re the b side queens. 

Welcome to MY World (feat. navis) - aespa

I alluded to this earlier in the list during the top album section. This is the one b side that elevates the MY WORLD album for me. It has this dark undertone that gives me the best kind of chills. Their vocals are incredible throughout the track. The instrumental is cinematic - it gives me visuals. It’s just a perfect b side for me.

MALA - GOT the beat

This one is coming way out of left field. This unit/mega group was obvious great - lots of fantastic women - but I didn’t expect to love any of the songs. But here we are. This song scratches an itch in my brain. It’s the bass but also that weird flute and the way the vocals just blend. I dunno. It’s a banger. 

Biscuit - Purple Kiss

The chorus of this song is so perfect to me and that’s enough for it to land a spot here. I’m obsessed. I’m noticing a pattern with the girl group b sides on this list and a lot of them are super vocal focused, and this one is no different. It reminds me of the feeling Summer Rain gave me, which was on last year’s list. 

Underwater - Red Velvet

When I first heard this song, I knew it was going to be on this list. It’s that dark undertone again, with the floaty vocals. It’s sexy and sensual and beautiful. I really feel like I’m underwater while listening to this song. Floating in the middle of a deep ocean. It’s so perfect. 

Eve, Psyche & The Bluebeard’s Wife - LE SSERAFIM

So this is on everyone’s lists, right? I feel like this is easily a lot of peoples’ song of the year. It was, and still is, so beyond popular - rightfully so because this song is so catchy. The choreo is addicting. The song also got so many remixes and my favourite one is not on Spotify, and that will be my villain origin story. 

We Are Young - Dreamcatcher

Another honourable mention, mostly because this song makes me want to cry. It feel beautifully nostalgic in a way that really makes you miss youth (as if I’m that old). The EDM elements give it club vibes. If I saw them live and they played this, I would be sobbing. Crying in the club. What a gorgeous track. 

Top 6 Hip-Hop/R&B B Sides

GOAT - Yunhway

All the songs from her album are great however there’s something about this one. It’s giving drinking a glass of whiskey in a lounge vibes (I don’t drink). It simply feels classy with a hint of hip hop and I think that’s a very unique vibe. 

Make U Mine - Mirani

This song. THIS SONG! I’ve found that this year, I’m really into the quick drum-and-bass sort of vibe and this is it, plus a very chill and uplifting sort of melody. The auto-tuned vocals in the chorus are also such a nice touch. 

Welcome To The Other Side - DPR IAN

Of all the songs on the album, this one feels like it encapsulates the project really well. It didn’t get an MV but it’s cinematic enough that you can visualize yourself what it would look like based on the MVs we did get. And that’s so like him to make a song like that.

One Last Poem - BIG Naughty

I would love him to do more songs like this. It’s very rock influenced and his voice is so perfect for it. The emotion in the last chorus, it feels like this boy went through six different heartbreaks and it’s all coming out through this song. Phenomenal. 

Fantasy - Hoody

It was hard to just pick one from her album because I love so many of the songs. Her voice is so beautiful and calming, and yet every song has its own vibe. With this one, it’s a Cha Cha Malone produced beat, which automatically brings it up, but I really love how groovy it is and how Hoody lets her voice really carry it.

Baby Back Home - Mirani, Leellamarz

More Mirani? And not even an official release? This is my list, I do what I want. This came out as a part of SWF2 and they release some bangers for this show, but this one really hit different. The way they mixed her laugh into the beat sends me in the best way possible. 

Top 6 Solo B Sides

Aphrodite - Wheein

It was hard to choose since I adore all the songs. At first, I’d fallen for On The Island but this one really snuck up on me and it became my favourite so fast. It’s so floaty and light and bright and beautiful. The only crime is that it’s so short. 

Drowning - Woodz

Woodz was made for rock music. His voice was built for this shit. When I heard this song for the first time, I felt like I was falling in love with his voice again. Like I already loved his music, but this song felt so new and intense and beautifully painful. He really killed it with this one. 

Pisces - Somi

This song is so beautifully upbeat and adorable. I missed her voice so much and this really gives me what I was missing. The fact that it’s called Pisces and she participated in the writing as well, it makes it feel that much more special of a song. 

Cherry Blossom - Bobby

More rock vibes from a guy that I would love to hear more rock vibes from. I think his voice is so perfect for this vibe. It’s also a really sad song? Sad but pretty at the same time. The bass in the back of the track tickles my brain just right as well.

Closer - Jihyo

Sexy. Beautiful. Stunning. Lowkey an ass shaker. I’m so glad she did performances of this one because it needs choreo and I wasn’t disappointed. This is probably everyone’s favourite so I’m not unique in saying this but what a BOP.

The Island of Misfit Toys - B.I

I think it’s the synth with the drums that make me love this song. Obviously I love B.I and his voice, his rap, but the instrumental for this one really sells it. It’s so fun and upbeat, and when he says 같이 가자, like yes let’s go together. I’m vibin’. 

Top 6 (+1) Collab Tracks

Stray Kids - Topline (feat. Tiger JK)

We had to squeeze another SKZ song in here, huh? This collab is legendary. If people don’t know, Tiger JK is like the grandfather of hip hop in Korea. So for SKZ to get a collab with him, that’s HUGE. It’s also a banger. When Felix goes bass boosted “bom digi digi bom bom bom bom”, it’s over.

B.I - Dare to Love (feat. BIG Naughty) 

This is some lore about me that people might not know but I love the vibe of steel drums. Anything that sounds similar to it, I’m all in. During the chorus, I really fell in love with this song. Also I love both of these guys and I love them together. Their voices mesh so well. 

Bobby - Drowning (feat. SOLE)

I love sexy k-pop and this song is criminally underrated for that. It’s a bop for sure. I don’t know much about SOLE but her voice is so gorgeous on this track. The MV also features DK and Bobby’s rap team of TBZ’s Sunwoo and SF9’s Hwiyoung from that one Kingdom mission, so really this was a huge collab.

Hyolyn - This Love (feat. Paul Blanco)

This song reminds me that I’m painfully single and I don’t even care. Both of their voices are incredible and to have them together on a track is just the most beautiful thing. It’s such a great upbeat song.

LOCO - Not Okay (feat. Minnie of (G)I-DLE)

This is a collab that I never would’ve expected, and it’s on such a sad song. But it’s only so sad because it’s so real. I think Minnie was a great choice for the feature - her voice is really beautiful on here. Loco did a great job as well with the whole vibe of the track. 

pH-1 - Rosetta (feat. MILLI)

Another unexpected collab but I don’t know why I didn’t expect it because these two flow together so well. pH-1’s flow is perfect on this one and then Milli comes in for her verse and she’s barking? And she goes off, just spittin’. It’s incredible. 

BIBI - Amigos (feat. Becky G)

Another unexpected collab! And another honourable mention for the list. This is such a cool and sexy collab. Bibi hasn’t released too much this year so I was really missing her vibes. Becky G is so perfect - a couple of powerful women on a track. We love to see it.

SPECIAL: Rookie Honourable Mentions

Kiss Of Life

Out of this list, these girls are easily my rookies of the year. They are so beyond talented and charismatic - they feel like veterans. The music is fantastic, the MVs are cinematic and tell stories that are real and pretty unique. I 100% believe these girls are gonna take over the world. 

MAVE:

I am mostly intrigued by the idea of virtual idols. I mean, this isn’t the only virtual group that exists, and you can liken it to the idea of VTubers to some extent. But it’s a little fascinating. Their debut was great as well - the song was catchy and the MV was gorgeously animated. I look forward to seeing more. 

Xikers

These kids are energy incarnate. I get exhausted just watching them perform. Their music is good, although none of it has truly captivated me, but I simply love seeing them perform. They were made for it. You can see the talent and charisma pouring out of them. They’ll do great things.

VCHA

This group wouldn’t be here if I hadn’t watched the survival show. Their music is hit or miss but I got attached watching them through the show so I’m a little invested at this point. The idea of global groups through the k-pop system is still pretty new but I see the potential so I look forward to seeing more from them. 

Babymonster

Slight disappointment with their debut. As a Blink, it was hard for me to watch their debut, and not think “oh they’re just a BP clone”. HOWEVER I look forward to seeing how things go moving forward. I think they have so much potential if YGE gets their shit together and showcases these girls in the way they deserve. 

NEW CATEGORY: Top 6 MVs of the Year

Shooting Star - XG

This is the video that made me finally make this category. I’m so in love with this MV - the aesthetic is so pretty, I adore the styling on the girls. The sets and effects are fun and interesting. The editing is sooooo clean. Favourite shot of the whole thing is during the second chorus when they cut to a strange close up side angle of Maya and then cut out in the same angle to all the girls doing the choreo together. It’s such a unique shot, I’ve never seen it before. It’s an absolutely gorgeous video. 

Roar - The Boyz

This MV is kind of insane because I’ve never seen a video like this from The Boyz. First off, the editing in general is flawless, but also the transitions!! I’m a sucker for good motivated transitions in a MV and this was the first one of the year that had my jaw on the floor. You can tell so much thought and care was put into this video, from start to finish. I also loved any time they used footage from, what I assume is, a camcorder type camera. It’s jarring but still aesthetically matches the vibe they’re going for.

Rover - Kai

There’s a lot of things to love about this music video. The biggest for me is the way it’s shot. This is something I’ve noticed - MV directors are utilizing the static camera more often and I fucking love it. When used well, it adds such a different feel. This MV uses it so well in the way that the video is meant to be kind of creepy. It adds to the the storytelling. There’s also quite a few quick out of focus shots which add similar feelings but in a more chaotic manner. The static and chaotic then compliment each other and make a sweet as hell MV. 

Knock - Lee Chaeyeon

Another MV that I adore the cinematography. The way the camera moves - they either have a special rig OR all the movement is done in post, which my mind is blown if that’s the case because it feels organic enough to be from a rig. It’s super unique and matches the choreo incredibly well - an asset for her because she’s an incredible dancer. It highlights her and her movements. Favourite shot goes to during the second chorus where it’s a static shot of her surrounded by mirrors while dancing. Clearly some VFX work but it’s done fantastically - the mirrors match really well and, by the end, change to be a different scene. It’s so creative. 

OOTD - Dreamcatcher

Another one with fantastically creative transitions. I love the use of behind the scenes stuff, like shots of the program or camera preview screens or straight up the green screen during the bridge. I know the use of these things goes with the message of the song as well, so that’s added points. It’s just great storytelling. Everything looks good too - sometimes overuse of VFX in MVs can be hit or miss, depending on how much money the company is willing to spend. But they clearly worked hard to make sure this one looked good. Creatively stunning video. 

LALALALA - Stray Kids

Are we surprised that I could get SKZ in here one more time? They always have phenomenal MVs. The effort put into them is always so evident, from editing and transitions, to the individual shots and how they’re filmed. Because SKZ tells stories with their music, the MVs have to compliment that. With this video specifically, you can tell they spent a lot of time on atmosphere. Each set and scene are curated to give a certain emotion - emotion being the core of the story. The director did a fantastic job at this. Favourite shots are the underwater ones because just look at the bubbles they put in to match the movement of the choreo to make it look like they’re underwater. That shit’s not easy. That’s dedication. 

NEW CATEGORY: Top 6 (+1) Singles of the Year

A Midsummer NMIXX’s Dream - NMIXX

This feels like cheating because this is technically a single album and includes two songs but it’s my list and I’m gonna do it. I love these songs. They make me so happy. They’re so upbeat. The girls sound great on them. The MVs were cute too. A++.

Gum - Jessi

Her only release this year and what a release it was. This song is so good. The challenge got men to shake their asses, and we love that. Jessi is so good at making viral catchy music, like what is this magic she has? I’m really hoping for more release from her this year. 

Zero (J.I.D Remix) - NewJeans 

Specifically this remix version. When the original came out, I didn’t love it. It had potential but it felt too empty. They fixed it with this version. J.I.D’s rap section is pretty good too, but what really sells this for me is the fact that they made the chorus a lot more full instrumentally. It’s exactly what was missing.

Amnesia - Woodz

This song, y’all. THIS SONG. I cannot believe he dropped this before leaving to serve. King, you’ve served enough with this one, please don’t go. I’m not exaggerating when I say this song is an experience for me. The chorus is like I’ve fucking died and gone to heaven. His voice is so perfect for this track. 

Sugar-holic - ITZY

Cheating once again - I’m counting this as a single because it came out as a single before the Japanese album release. I was and still am obsessed with this song. It’s so beautiful. The melody is addictive and gorgeous. The track itself is very chill and so my style. It might be one of my favourite ITZY songs ever. 

Die 4 You - DEAN

Four years and bro comes back with a masterpiece. This song is so goddamn pretty, and his voice is so perfect on it. It’s one of those songs where I feel like I’m floating - it’s so calm and beautiful. He really lets his voice carry as well. Incredible. 

I ≠ Doll - Huh Yunjin

This girl is going to change the industry. This song is so real and raw and she’s so fucking cool for putting something like this out. I think a lot of k-pop fans could stand to listen to this song and remember that idol does not mean your doll to fuck with. And for all those reason, it gets the last honourable mention. 

If you've read this far, thank you for your time! I'd love to hear what your favourites of the year were. Do we have similar choices? Are they completely different? Did I miss a song that you absolutely loved? Feel free to let me know! I'm always open to listening and talking about all music.

And with that, 2023 is over. It's been a phenomenal year for music all around. Again, I definitely missed lots because there's just so much that comes out. I feel incredibly lucky to live in a time where I can listen to so many incredible things and where the possibilities for music are endless. I can't wait to see what 2024 will bring! 💕

[lgcbaekhyun]

TZ FANMEETING PREPARATIONS HEACANON

Jinyoung's Dive

DIVE is an obvious choice for Baek because it fits the image he wants to build for himself. Type Zero has great music and banger title tracks, but looking back, it's not like they are well known for their softer-sounding songs and rely a lot more on the rap and heavier beats (they have talented rappers, might as well use that), however, Baek believes that having a more mellow and more refreshing image might help him in the future. Even though he doesn't want to be stuck in one idea of himself publicly, being more palatable to the public might be a good point to start. Since the fan meet is going to happen in either April or May during Spring, something like DIVE might fit well with the overall vibe.

Wheein's watercolor

Watercolor is a bold choice. It would require not only vocal stability, but Baek would also have to work on his dance skills. Mind you, Baek is not a bad dancer, but compared to his other group members, Baek is the one who lacks the most in that department (while everyone else is in their 200s, Baek is low on his 126 at the moment). He's not planning to become a very talented dancer, but he needs to be able to catch up with them. Watercolor is a chance to show off that he's not too bad and has some skills.

Gaho's RIDE

RIDE is the odd choice. To be honest, it's odd for Baek but not so much for the whole concept that Type Zero has going for them. It's a song that has more of a rock feeling to it, and as a lead vocal, it's a good one to show off more of his singing skills compared to the other two, maybe. Since Parker will be singing Roses, which is a softer song, this could show off the contrast between the two vocalists of the team.

[vividxp]

Listening to Wheein’s album and I really liked both of the girl’s vocals on this song.

[nctsmess]

NCT Members Profile: Sori

Stage Name: Sori (소리) Birth Name: Hwang Soyeon (황소연) Position: Vocalist* Birthday: July 1, 1999 Zodiac Sign: Cancer Height: 163 cm (5’4″) Weight: N/A Blood Type: O Sub-Unit: NCT U

Note*: Members’ positions depend on each Sub-Unit. Her positions in NCT U are Main/Lead Vocalist

Sori Facts:

Sori joined SM in 2017 after training under Big Hit Entertainment for a year and RWB Entertainment for 4 years

She passed all her auditions because of her vocals

She debuted in NCT in 2020, but hasn’t been assigned to a fixed group yet

Nicknames: N/A

Sori grew up with an only mother and her little brother

She studied hard in school and did several part time jobs to financially support her small family, but her passion to become an idol was important for both her and her mother

Once she graduated college for Western Literature and Film, Sori’s mother gave her the green light to fully focus on her dreams and later that year she debuted with NCT 2020

Sori speaks Korean and conversational Japanese

Since she isn’t in a fixed group she spends most of her time with Sungchan and Shotaro, who taught her a lot of the Japanese she knows

She has released several OST’s

She has participated in writing lyrics for NCT albums

She’s the smallest member of NCT

She loves baking, flowers, subtle scents, movies and jazz music

She dislikes working out

She’s friends with Twice’s Sana, Purple Kiss’ Goeun, Mamamoo’s Wheein, ONEUS’ Hwanwoong & Xion and his twin brother ONEWE’s Dongmyeong

Scandals & Drama:

Since Sori’s debut, she has only participated in NCT 2020 and NCT 2021 and has had no other significant schedules besides the releases of her OST’s

It’s rumoured Sori will not be added to NCT’s next fixed unit

It’s rumoured that Sori is still working part time jobs to earn money for herself and her family

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Faceclaim: Eunha - GFriend (disbanded)

[ggidolsmuts]

What are your favorite K-pop songs of 2022?

Oof let me pull up the list, lots of songs in 2022. Favorites of the favorites are:

Eunbi’s solo songs (Glitch, Underwater) - she might be my favorite solo artist overall (EDIT: in terms of recent releases)

Seulgi’s Dead Man Running. Should’ve been the title song

Le Sserafim’s Good Parts. - Nice and chill

Loona’s Pale Blue Dot. - Nice and chill too.

Kep1er’s Up! - Great feel good song

Fromis_9′s Up And. - Also a great feel good song

SNSD’s Forever 1 - Nostalgia, and happy for them

KARA’s When I Move - Likewise

ITZY’s Cheshire - My favorite ITZY comeback song by far

Dreamcatcher Handong’s Winter - Great B side

Dreamcatcher Yoohyeon’s For - Another great B side

Month by month below...

January:

woo!ah! - Catch the Stars

Kep1er - Wa Da Da purely for the dance practice where they clap their hands in sync, so satisfying.

Wheein - Make Me Happy

Yena - Smiley

Yein - plus N minus

February:

StayC - Run2U

March:

Jay Park - Ganadara

Oh My Girl - Real Love, Drip

Purple Kiss - memeM

April:

Kwon Eunbi - Glitch

Dreamcatcher - Winter, For

May:

Le Sserafim - Fearless, Blue Flame, Sour Grapes

Seventeen - Hot. Very catchy.

June:

Jo Yuri - Love Shhh!

Loona - Pale Blue Dot

Fromis_9 - Up And, Cheese, Rewind. This mini is really quite good!

Kep1er - Up!

July:

WJSN - Last Sequence

Viviz - Loveade

IRRIS - Wanna Know

August:

SNSD - Forever 1

IVE - After LIKE

Rocket Punch - Flash

September:

Chuu - One and a Half, I know it's a cover, I like the song.

NMIXX - Dice purely for the vocals.

October:

Seulgi - Dead Man Runnin', 28 Reasons.

Mamamoo - ILLELLA

Kwon Eunbi - Underwater

Le Sserafim - Good Parts, Impurities, No Celestial. Really like this mini.

(G)I-dle - Nxde

Jo Yuri - Loveable

ALICE - Dance On

November:

YooA - Melody. Wish this was the comeback song.

woo!ah! - Rollercoaster

Ryu Sujeong - Pink Moon

KARA - WHEN I MOVE

ITZY - Cheshire

December:

Yein - Bus Stop

[adonis-koo]

I'm so in love with chapter 15! Wicked has really become one of my favorites and ifjei I have so much to say about it! It's just fricking great you have no idea 😭

I love all those emotions you put in there! Their personalities feel so real. Hot headed prince and the gentle, but very emotional Mc. I understand both sides on that one conflict at the end. Jk had to do what he did. He grew up way different. He had to face the cruel world at a very young age. Penumbra isn't like Enoia. It's pure chaos. Either you protect yourself by building a wall over your heart or you go down. I get why he mistrusted her for a bit. It's for safety. Doesn't make the truth any less painful and right. He's definitely in the wrong and i hope he gets on his knees. Tho I must also say that the Mc isn't all innocent as well. She completely went behind his back and went to the underside and disregarded his feelings. Calling him a lair and all. She's so hurt and emotional by everything he said and didn't say that she is also the one who hurt him in the progress. It may not be on purpose, but she did. It confused me for a second, because she was known for being gentle and understanding, but in that moment she didn't understand him at all. She didn't even try where he was coming from. The feeling of pain was so overwhelming that she disregarded his feelings, called him a lair and basically went behind his back for no reason.

It was reckless for her to go to the underside, especially without letting anyone know. It makes me so impossibly angry that she thinks she's the only one hurt, because Wheein is in prison. As if Jk hasn't got any feelings at all. He even was all tired because of all the work he had to do, not only political matters, but also the thing with wheein. He fell asleep and she ran away. He was worried sick, because she wasn't there. He may not be good with words, but his actions speak them all. He cares and for her to just say his feelings are insincere, makes me so upset. Especially because HE was the one getting angry when she said her life basically didn't matter. It speaks volumes. She's not a victim, she's also at fault. Both of them are. I hope she apologizes to him as well. He started that whole thing and she continued. I hope they can resolve the issue and understand each other better. :(

The whole thing feels so real and I'm so impressed how much character you put into this fic. I'm so in love with it! Thank you thank you thank you. It's a masterpiece and I hope you know it. ^-^

(sorry if I wrote the name of the countries wrong, I couldn't remember how it was spelled. I'm no professional english speaker as well so, I'll apologize for every mistake that's in these paragraphs too 🥺)

First of all I can’t thank you enough for your thoughts on this chapter!! I LOVE deep diving into situations and characters. You have so many valid points about Jungkook and MC! However I’d like to impart a little bit of my thoughts on the writing process in hopes of easing the blow a little.

There are a few big overarching themes in this series, one being duality and the other being not everything is as it seems; don’t believe everything you hear.

While Jungkook had to face the cruel world at a very young age, so did MC, they are two sides to the same coin in this series, both on opposite teams of a war but still suffering trauma from it. MC has been vocal about it, if this chapter as told us anything lol, but Jungkook doesn’t bare his heart that easily, we will eventually get to hear his side of the five year war, as it most certainly affected him (being a child soldier). But the big thing I wanted to set up here was that that not everything is as it seems.

Eunoia is first set up as a Kingdom centered around nature and peace, giving and expecting nothing in return. A divine and sacred space. But as the series has continued, it’s revealed that it’s only been this way for a very short moment in time. They have an immeasurable amount of blood on their hands and sins on their shoulders as they used to be cannibals. I haven’t strictly used the word in the story but it’s heavily alluded too when the word ‘devour’ is used. Penumbra is called heathenistic nation in the beginning but as it turns out, they hardly are.

Eunoia however, cannot say the same. Duality again plays a big role in the story, while MC is supposed to be a gentle, understanding person (and she is!) she is still human. And she is more times then less, very stubborn and headstrong and she is incredibly temperamental in moments and hot headed herself. It states in the chapter that ‘it’s known by her family that she’s always had a temper’ this was a set up and both acknowledgement from her, and while she is reckless, she’s not above admitting that she is. In fact there’s actually a scene in chapter 16 of her talking about her innocence being non existent (which makes me sad in the sense that I can’t talk about this in further detail because it’s not out)

I think the biggest thing to understand is that MC does not parade around like a victim intentionally, she does however talk about her pain and her tribulations a lot, she’s been through much and she can’t stand it when someone tries to undermine it, when someone tries to say that she’s had an easy life because she’s from Eunoia, it may come across as victim playing but she doesn’t mean it as such, and if someone were to say it (because let’s be real it’s bound to happen soon), she’ll immediately rein it in. This isn’t to say she’s in the right in any way possibly, I’m only giving some perspective on where she’s coming from!

Jungkook however is both similar and yet different from her, he’s titled the wicked prince and yet there’s a certain softness about him that I wanted to incorporate, he’s very understanding and forgiving to those he loved despite everything he’s endured, he isn’t an aggressive or hot headed person by nature, it’s been trained into him at a young age but it’s still not something that comes easy to him.

I suppose what I’m trying to say, is that Jungkook and MC and both deeply flawed and complex people, the stereotype traits that they were supposed to have, ended up being what the other actually embodies deep down (a soft prince and head strong Princess among other traits). Not only that but they still embody the empathic Princess and cold prince. They are all of these traits above and yet they utilize them in different ways, they are both very different , they come from different upbringings, different kingdoms, different beliefs and yet they are almost the same.

The biggest takeaway from this story morally is to never believe what you hear until you experience it for yourself. Because you might find that Penumbra isn’t nearly as horrendous and heathanistic as they all said it was, but you might discover along the way the grotesque history of Eunoia.

Once again I can’t thank you enough for your thoughts on this chapter! I didn’t mean to ramble so long but I don’t think I’ve had the opportunity to touch on this before so I wanted to take it while I had that chance! 🫶🖤

[slowlydifferentbluebird]

Choose a member each from the groups and make your the best gg possible

Blackpink

G-idle

Red Velvet

Twice

Mamamoo

Damn, actually I need it to plan it in a smart way and not following my bias preference.

From Blackpink I would take Jennie. She's such a Good rapper and honestly she's an all-rounder. She would definitely in charge of cuteness in the group, considering the other members lol

From (G)I-dle I would take a Shuhua. She would be the maknae in this group and honestly now that she's really showing his skills and talent, I'm kinda obsessed with his voice.

From Red Velvet I'll pick Seulgi. A main dancer is required in every group and she's definitely One of the best out there. Also, her vocals...like, hello? Just honey in my ears.

From Twice I would steal Jihyo. Leader and main vocalist. She's just OP, but I really need someone to control this group of crazy girls lol.

And in the end I would choose Wheein from Mamamoo. She's the most versatile in this group, great vocals, amazing dancing skills. She would definitely be my jolly.

Thank you for the fun ask, Anon ❤️

Zazá

[lnkedmyheart]

Not mmm and wendy stans going at it on twt and trying to drag other groups and singnie into the fight. Like...that vocal ranking thread is horseshit cause it literally called half of mmm average and put decent vocalists in weak. Like no offense I dont think wendy being considered competent is exactly a fucking compliment because a bunch of self absorbed fuckasses who couldnt hold a note to save their life act like they know anything about vocals and performance.

Like have you heard Wendy and mmm? You wanna tell me Wendy, Wheein, Solar and Hwasa aren't GOOD?

[swfsand-you]

mamamoo's wheein- best vocal compilation

One of my most favourite videos related to Wheein. This showcases some of Wheein's best vocal moments in many group/solo performances. I'll recommend this to everyone who is not familiar with Wheein or Mamamoo(and use earphones while listening!)