G-Dragon Getting His "Crayon"

"Get your crayon get your crayon get your cray get your crayon..."

This is the song that I heard this morning during my morning drive. As I listened to G-Dragon rap and sing, he kept on repeating the phrase above.

Odd...I know the song is called "Crayon", but it sounded like he was saying two separate words. Like "get your cray-on get your cray-on".

I then concluded that K-Pop artists can pretty much rap and sing about anything. Including a crayon. Just put a beat to it, add someone cute that can rap/sing, and there you go.

Just kidding, I know it's not that easy. And I don't mean to offend. But it does amaze me the different things that K-Pop artists sing about. (Another example? Orange Caramel's "Lipstick".)

If only I were that talented.

Source: Video credit to BigBang. For the full lyrics to G-Dragon's song "Crayon", click here to see the English and romanization.

Celebrating CNBlue!

Well, the concert is over and done with. And survey says...CNBlue is a hit in London!

According to a review in the Korean Times, it is "the best live K-rock gig" they've ever enjoyed. Considering this is the first time that a live K-PopRock band has ever played in Europe, it seems that CNBlue had made quite a first impression! Who's next? They're already asking for FT Island!

To celebrate their successful completion of their first European concert, I've complied a video playlist of sorts on this post which includes some of their most popular songs.

Please enjoy! And keep on rocking!

I'm A Loner

Love Girl

Hey You

In My Head

Note: I do not own any of the videos. Rights go to FNC Entertainment, CNBlue and the respective parties that posted each video.

Article Source: Korean Times

Breaking Down "Primadonna"

I was singing through my repertoire of musicals, just cause I was bored while doing laundry, and as I was singing "Primadonna" from the Phantom of the Opera I thought of something.

In Italian, it means "first lady" of the opera house (prima=first, star, one and only. Donna=lady)

In the U.S. it has received a more negative connotation, meaning "diva" or a spoiled star.

Being brought up in the U.S., I naturally thought of our interpretation of Primadonna when I heard this was the name of FT Island's fan club, and also the name of one of their songs for their fans. I really thought it was odd, and felt insulted for all their fans. Why in the world would you name your fans spoiled ladies?

Then, as I was watching an interview, English subbed of course, FT Island members explained that they named their fans this because they are their friends for life or "BFF's". Basically saying that these fans were their one and only. And it made sense. How appropriate if you think of it.

Pri's are constantly there for FT Island. Dedicated and die hard. Cheering them on through thick and thin, good times and bad. Trying to take care of them with gifts. To be raised on such a pedestal by an idol band, it's a lot to live up to. To be one, is difficult, as they do not offer membership outside of Asia. (As far as I know. I can say I'm one, unofficially.)

In this noona's eyes, FT Island is lucky to have their fans. And Pri's are lucky to be a part of FT Island's lives. I hope they never let each other down.

On a similar note, is there any way of starting up a Primadonna club here in the States?

CNBlue Stunned By Fans Awaiting at Airport

The members of CNBlue (minus bassist Lee Jung Shin, who is currently wrapping up a drama) were taken by surprise when they arrived at London's Heathrow Airport on Thursday, September 20th.

So were the airport security as they had only anticipated the initial 50 or so fans. But thanks to social networks, more fans flocked to the airport as soon as they knew that the band had arrived. A mass had arrived so fast, more than 400 fans, that security had a hard time escorting the young men safely to their transportation.

For those of you not in the know, South Korean K-PopRock band, CNBlue, is now in London for their concert on Saturday, September 22nd.

Fans and die hard Boices, pronounced as "voices" but beginning with a letter "b", (CNBlue's official fan club) will certainly be in for a treat. If their performance earlier in the United States was any indication, the young men of CNBlue are no ordinary boy band. They actually rock on the stage, actually interact with the audience, and not just "perform". They are the real deal.

I hope they get to perform a lot of Jung Yong Hwa's songs since he's been actively composing since promotions for their album, "Ear Fun", ended earlier this year. But I also hope they'll perform their oldies but goodies such as "Alone" and "Love Girl" for their fans.

I'll be interested to know how many times Leader Jung Yong Hwa screams "make some noise!" to all the attending fans. He seemed to love that expression! I'm sure he's added more expressions since then.

Get ready to rock, London!

Source: AllKpop

For more information on the group, the Korean Times actually wrote up a nice little article. Click here to read it.

CNBlue Going to London!

Photo courtesy of FNC Entertainment

Are you ready London?? Make some noiiise!! As I posted earlier, one of my favorite bands, CNBlue, will be holding it's first concert in London, England on September 22nd. That's this weekend already! How exciting!

The group is getting ready to leave South Korea. I'm sure the fab four has a great concert planned and I hope their fans in Europe mop up whatever tickets are left over.

The guys will be nervous being in a new country and all, so please be kind to them. And don't forget to rock out!

Jung Yong Hwa, Lee Jong Hyun, Lee Jung Shin, Kang Min Hyuk, hope you won't be scared. Have fun, do your best! CNBlue, hwaiting!

Source: AllKpop

Super Junior's Siwon Shows Kindheartedness

Super Junior's Choi Siwon surprised his soon to be daily family (for the next few months anyway) with cake and drinks for the actors and production staff on the set of his new drama, "King of Drama".

This Soldier of Light is too much! And I mean that in a good way. Who wouldn't be charmed by such a personality like his?

If I were working on set, I would sure be grateful and at the same time would look forward to working with this kindhearted fella.

Anyone notice that this is a trend among stars? Give presents or serve meals to well-deserving and hard working staff. Such great appreciation. (Rarely hear about this in the States) Although, I haven't heard of a star begin to take care of the cast and crew at the beginning of production. Brownie points for Mr. Choi!

I'm currently enjoying watching "Faith" with Lee Min Ho, but I'll be sure to tune in to watch Siwon in this drama when it replaces "Faith" in November.

Source: AllKpop

Actress Kim Haneul Bullied as a Child

I've been writing a bunch about FT Island recently so I decided to take a break. Tonight I read an article on AllKPop about Kim Haneul.

Kim Haneul is one of Korea's top actresses, but that's not what caught my eye. What caught my eye was that she was opening up about some bad experiences as a child.

She revealed in an interview that she had been bullied a couple of times in elementary and junior high school.

She had tried to get closer to kids, but when she tried to, kids would ask why she was staring at them. I'm thinking there was more that they said thant that, but it didn't come over in translation. She became so withdrawn, ate alone at lunch, and didn't want to talk to anyone after those incidents.

Eventually, she transferred schools and was able to make new friends.

Why am I writing about this? Cause I was a victim of bullying and I know a couple of others who were bullied when they were younger.

Kids are so innocent. Sometimes they forget their actions hurt other people. Some may do it intentionally, like pull hair or take personal things away.

It's not cool. It wasn't cool then, and it certainly isn't cool now.

Bullying is a problem in schools all over the world. We need to realize when someone needs help, realize our actions may have scarring effects. And always remember the Golden Rule about doing to others as they would to you.

If you or another person you know love to bully someone, let Kim Haneul serve as a reminder that the person you may be bullying could very well be the next star, country president, or even your doctor, one day. And wouldn't you be crap out of luck if you ever met them again layer in life?