2NE1 sitting in front of the journalist doesn’t seem to be the ‘fierce unnies’, and their tone is very mellow.
#THE SONG THAT RELATES WHEN PEOPLE TALK ABOUT THE END OF 2NE1 IS “MISSING YOU”Together with last summer’s “Falling In Love” and “Do You Love Me”, 2NE1 released a total of 3 songs this year. Because of their unique style and image, for every new released single will always top the charts. Their recent release “Missing You” has topped the charts for a consecutive 5 days, with their explosion of popularity.
CL: At first, I think that even if many will love this song, it may not get number one. This song isn’t just to illustrate the relationship between a guy and a girl, but with a bigger concept, hoping that it will affect more people of different age groups, those who possess much emotion. Although we adore this song, and are very confident of it, it doesn’t mean that even though I like it, you will like it too, it’s unpredictable.
In the times where new songs from different artistes come every now and then, to secure the number one spot isn’t easy. But 2NE1’s songs always produce excellent results, as if it is ‘supposed to be’. Hearing that, the four girls kept shaking their heads to deny.
Bom: We were very anxious and nervous to wait for the release of the song, thinking that it will get number one, but when we really got it I was so happy that I cried, I even texted CEO Yang Hyun Suk about it.
Dara: It didn’t even happen like this when we debuted, recently the times had changed so much, I am very thankful to everyone.
“Missing You” is a song that incorporates a low bass and harmony effect tune, filling it with a dreamy atmosphere and gentle prelude. In The MV, CL had a scene to herself displaying the vulnerability of the song giving it a new meaning.
CL: The scene was more beautiful than I expected, actually in the first place we did not had plans like this. Slow songs were constantly released by everyone before, and the four of us loved singing, although everyone are more familiar with 2NE1’s upbeat and fast tracks, we thought of what we can do well, and what we loved to do to finish this song. What is magical is that we can always do well when it is stuff that we love. We are confident of the song, and the four of us were very happy throughout the recording.
Members revealed their thoughts during the recording of “Missing You”, they were thinking about the end of 2NE1.
CL: If 10 years later we are no longer 2NE1, maybe the final stage will be this atmosphere, like “Missing You”. We had been together for 7 years, one day the four of us will be unable to stand on the same stage. Last year during New Evolution World Tour everyone noticed this point. Ever since debut, we had been working hard, never really evaluated the past, we only had the intention to continue running, never thought of who to really thank, and no time to reminisce, “oh, so these were our memories”. Going to so many countries, meeting so many fans, then we realize we have to constantly have the heart of gratitude, trying our best to leave beautiful memories. Many didn’t realize this fact at their peak of their career, only when they lose it then they will understand. We don’t wish for this to happen, but appreciating everything when we still have it, do our best with our heart of gratitude.
#30 years old, and 20 years old 2NE1
2NE1 has debuted for 4 years, the 1984 born Park Bom and Sandara has already reached 30 years old, and one more month they will be going into 31st.
Bom: I always tell Dara that maybe I had a mutation in my genes because my mental state is excellent! I don’t know if it is because I always spend my time with those younger, I don’t feel like I’ve aged, its strange.
CL: This is the trait of YG, our boss, Teddy oppa live youthfully, like foreigners.
Dara: Those who dabble in art and music cannot be too close-minded, 10 years ago, 5 years ago and now are almost the same.
Regarding the team’s maknae Gong Minji is 20 years old this year, when she was asked “are there any new challenges?”, she explained…
Minzy: “In the new song needs us to express many kinds of emotions, and I feel that this is an opportunity for growth. My image is pretty neutral, and I wish to let others see different images of me. People always say female/feminine thoughts and actions are more important, so I put in a lot of effort on my outlook too.”
CL: The style of the 4 of us are different, usually girls will quarrel and fight because they had similar tastes, but for us, no matter what we see we will automatically go “oh that is xxx style!”, everyone is clear of their position and won’t get jealous of anyone. We don’t get angry like other girls, and our relationship is always close, like sisters, but we do know when to take a step back and understand each other.
2NE1 being the maknae girl group of YG Entertainment, the journalist can’t help but to ask them about their juniors. SBS TV KPOP STAR members Lee Hayi, Akdong Musician and MNET WIN’s Winner are in the same company as 2NE1.
CL: When Lee Hayi entered we felt fresh, because in our company there are hardly any girls. I often treat her to meals. WIN members are cute, and they work hard. They even filmed a documentary, I understand the difficulties because we were so tired and blessed to be filming 2NE1 TV.
Dara: Whenever we recall stuff from the past, our mood is good. Everyone calls us 2NE1 unnies, using large/puppy eyes to look at us, they were adorable!
CL: Dara unnie likes younger people.
Dara: But recently the idol groups are too much, ever since MBLAQ I can’t differentiate the others anymore {Her brother Thunder’s group)
CL: She is a die hard fan of MBLAQ. Because of MAMA we didn’t rest well for 3 days, and when we return to Korea she went immediately to MBLAQ’s concert. Because of this we had to take the early flight, no time to sleep.
Being asked about Sandara’s ambitions to be an actress, she replied…
Dara: “This is always in my heart, 2NE1 doesn’t have as much activities, so I have to perform my role in 2NE1 well. In the MV I tried to act, I really want to act as someone who can’t speak, because my voice is too lively. I hope that through a role without lines, I can learn from it.”
#We will return as ‘Fierce Unnies’ next year back to our fans
Neutral, but neutral cannot be the word to explain everything, the 2NE1 that possesses the unique music colors. The girls that always radiate ‘fierce girls’ feel took advantage of the new song to express the sensuality and feminism of the winter. But when the next album drops, they are predicted to return to their ‘fierce’ image.
CL: Once I wear a dress, my popularity will slide. Next year, we will return as fierce unnies~ Those who like Gong Minji are almost girls around her age, and for me its usually the older unnies. Take music as an example, the four of our voices and our preference towards music are different, and this actually binds the four of us to perform a same song, it makes me feel special. Even though Bom unnie and I sing the same part, our inspirations are different; hence the feelings we portray are different. I feel that this point to us is our strong point, yet our weak point.
For 2NE1, they have two different images, the on stage 2NE1 and the off stage 2NE1. They dance and play to their hearts content on stage as if the world is ending, and back to real life they become crazy and passionate music lovers who loves makeup.
CL: If on stage, if Dara unnie’s hairstyle isn’t weird enough or makeup isn’t done well or outfits are too plain, we cannot concentrate in performing. We love the feeling of transitioning into the characters of the song immediately once we hear a song, and sometimes, people around me fear me. PSY oppa will sometimes comment that I am too scary. But it doesn’t mean that the four of us will harbor this feelings when we perform, we are just too engrossed in music to completely immerse ourselves in it.
Before, 2NE1 had sub units, solo performances, with the exception of Minzy.
CL: From what I look, our members have different charm, and I hope that we can take advantage of it to have solo activities to display them to fans. I feel that by doing this, our group can become stronger.
Minzy: If I get the opportunity, I would like to try it out because next year my age is 2NE1.
2NE1 will start their world tour next year March starting from Seoul, to China, Hong Kong, Taiwan, Singapore, Thailand, Malaysia, Japan and other countries. Last year, as the first girl group to have a world tour, they successfully ended America, Europe (sic) and 7 countries in 10 cities. With that, the only girl group that will be having two world tour within 2 years, is 2NE1.
CL: I don’t know if this is good. Actually we are the group with the least popularity in Korea. In fact, not implying that girl groups and female solo singers have a sold out concert, and as a female, I wish that other female singers would hold concerts more. Talking about overseas, the situation is directly opposite. Not talking about Justin Bieber’s level, girl groups will actively prepare for tours, hence I am kind of disappointed with the situation in Korea. No matter, I am just a girl or a member of 2NE1, I will always put my 100% effort. During last year’s New Evolution world tour, we learned many things. So this time, we will compensate for anything lacking in the first tour, then we will show the world our fantastic performance.
Source : koreastardaily.com
Translated by : @sgbjcrew
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