Details behind Youn Yuh-jung’s career leading to ‘Minari’
With a career spanning more than 50 years, Youn Yuh-jung has a lot more achievements to her profile than just the 2020 film ‘Minari.’
Behind the Lyrics & Original English Translation of ‘Firecrackers and Stars’ by Kim Jin-ho
In his album’s third track Firecrackers and Stars, Kim Jin-ho uses the metaphors to describe how two types of people both shine in their own ways but are not satisfied with where they are and look towards each other in envy.
English Lyrics to ‘Shining’ by Jaurim
A song for those who are going through an existential crisis – feeling somewhat lost, afraid, and perhaps even confused.
English Lyrics to ‘Lie, lie, lie’ by Lee Juck
In his uncomplicated and poignant way, Lee Juck’s lyrics to ‘Lies, lies, lies’ speaks from the perspective of someone that realizes they’ve been abandoned by the person they love the most.
Decoding Code Kunst’s work that made his career
From his humble but daring beginnings in 2013 as a self-taught beat maker to his commercial success as a producer, this article chronicles Code Kunst’s illustrious career that seems only to be just unfolding in 2020.
Details of Yoon Do-hyun’s career that can’t be overlooked
In this post, we go over the highlights of rock band YB’s vocalist that are a testament to his continuing discipline and hustle as the face of Korean rock music.
English lyrics to ‘Time Walking on Memories’ by Nell
A soft rock song with melody and rhymes that keep repeating throughout the song, just like the feelings described in the lyrics about everyday being the same as the next when you miss a person so much.
English lyrics to ‘Twenty Five, Twenty One’ by Jaurim
This 2013 song by veteran South Korean band Jaurim seems to evoke a sense of poignancy about reminiscing on memories from our twenties – the sweetness of youth with a tinge of regret as an older self.
English lyrics to Kim Yoon Ah’s Song on the Sinking of the Sewol Ferry
In her 2016 solo album, Kim Yoon Ah released River (강), a song written on the 2014 sinking of the Sewol Ferry that claimed over 300 lives.
Details behind Yoon Mi-rae’s songs that transcend genres
In this post, we try to paint a broader picture of Yoon Mi-rae through some of the iconic songs of her career.
English Lyrics to ‘Diamond’ (Stone Block) by Ha Hyun Woo
An original soundtrack to 2020 Korean drama ‘Itaewon Class,’ a song for using the chip on your shoulder to boost your self-esteem and motivation.
English Lyrics to ‘Someday, the Boy’ by Kim Feel
A theme song to the main character in Korean drama Itaewon Class, reflecting on the struggles of his past but hanging on to the desire for a better future.
English Lyrics to ‘Goodbye’ by Park Hyo Shin
A 2019 single from the collaboration of local and international music talents.
Unravelling the details behind Parasite’s original soundtrack & music
Read about the fine details behind the music in Parasite that can help you appreciate and enjoy the movie on a whole new level, whether you’ve already seen it or not.
English Lyrics to ‘Sound of Winter’ by Park Hyo Shin
An enchanting song depicting a snowy winter spent in the warmth of a loved one.
English Lyrics to ‘Fortunate’ by Lee Juck (이적)
A widely-recognized romantic song with simple but poetic lyrics by singer-songwriter Lee Juck.
‘Your Song’ by JTBC: All-Episode Summary & Links to Clips
Detailed summary of “Your Song”, a show introducing the many faces of Korean music through musician and composer Jung Jae Il’s collaboration with Park Hyo Shin, IU, Kim Go Eun, Lee Juk, and other artists.
Details to note to fully appreciate Jung Jae-il as a composer, director, and musician
Korean musician, composer, and (Okja, Parasite) music director who began his music career in his teens and has become recognized as a man of wide-ranging talents.
English Lyrics to Wild Flower (야생화) by Park Hyo Shin
One of the beloved and emotional songs by Park Hyo Shin, representing the artist’s personal struggles in the most poetic and cathartic way.
English Lyrics to Breath (숨) by Park Hyo Shin
A poetic and cathartic song from Park Hyo Shin’s collaboration with composer and music director Jung Jae Il (Parasite, Okja).
