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[Opinion/Music] Mamamoo Will Continue (trans)

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Before I begin with this post, I must confess that I am currently not a fan of Mamamoo. But you can say that I used to be a fan once. It started with Starry Night in 2018 when I became a fan and joined the fancafe. After attending their concert and fanmeeting in 2019, the excitement as a fan gradually died down and it’s been 2 years since I’ve stopped stanning them actively. The reason why I suddenly wanted to talk about ‘Mamamoo’ is due to one line in the lyrics of <Um Oh Ah Yeh 2021>, which was included in their latest album I SAY MAMAMOO: THE BEST.

It’s getting hotter The distance between me and you One girl is walking in between us Is she his girlfriend or just a friend?

“MAMAMOO WILL CONTINUE”

OH MY GOD!

- Mamamoo, <Um Oh Ah Yeh 2021> lyrics

The line, which was unexpectedly inserted into the official track, is actually an ad-lib made during Hwasa and Solar’s part at their 2017 <Moosical Curtain Call> concert. Perhaps it’s called their Best Album, without much thought, this one line made my heart throb and sent me down a memory lane. Even though I have stopped becoming a fan since 2019, as a casual listener, I still can’t help but admit that ‘Mamamoo will continue’. I’ll discuss why. 

Big Mama, Brown Eyed Girls, and…?

There were once many highly talented 4-member female vocal groups in K-pop. There was Big Mama that debuted in 2003, Cheon Sang Ji Hui in 2005, and Brown Eyed Girls in 2006. However, since the 2010s, when the idol fever took over the K-pop market where dance tracks paired with cool choreography are more favoured by the general public, we didn’t see any vocal-prominent group for a while. Until 2014, a new 4-member female group used Acapella to challenge the lavish catchy-song market. And they’re ‘Mamamoo’.  

Just by looking at the music video of their debut song, you can tell that they are a group created to continue the legacy of 4-member female vocal groups. The debut song ‘Mr. Ambiguous’ was directed under the concept of musicians made by musicians. Hence, explaining a cast that no rookie can ever imagine - Bumkey, Wheesung, K. Will, Rhymer, Baek Ji Young, Don Spike, and more. Given the incredible cast that helped secure the group’s reputation, Mamamoo was able to debut as a 3rd-generation female idol group while building the image of a ‘vocal group’ that will carry on Brown Eyed Girls’ legacy.

True to the title ‘vocal group’, each member of Mamamoo carries a unique vocal colour. Solar is in charge of rejuvenating high notes with her clear tone, while Wheein’s light whisper-like falsetto assimilates into each song with ease. Hwasa skillfully leads the mood of the song with her performance-focused ad-libs and husky vocals. And lastly, Moonbyul completes the team’s individuality by rapping in a vocal range unusually lower than the majority of high-toned girl group rappers.

Objectively speaking, the 4 members each have a tone, singing method, and vocal colour different from one another. Yet, the moment their voices merge into one, a harmony comprised of absolutely different colours is born. A compatible ‘team’ completed by gathering individuals with distinct personalities - this is ‘Mamamoo’s first key to success.

A Hiatus? Is That Something You Eat?

Let’s talk about how Mamamoo built its ‘fandom’ - a prerequisite for the longevity of any K-pop idol. Perhaps they came from a small company, Mamamoo seemed to have gathered fans in a fairly simplistic and ignorant way. They ran around like crazy from one event or university festival to another, while frantically filming for contents. In 2016 after the release of <Um Oh Ah Yeh>, they’ve done 120 events alone. There was a B-side track later on of them ranting about their jam-packed schedules called <Sleep In The Car>.

It’s an undeniable fact that the company had overworked their artists. But looking back from the perspective of the company, this was in fact the most effective strategy. This is due to the fact that Mamamoo came from RBW, a small to medium-sized company, which is incomparable to places like SM that has SM-esque visuals such as Taeyeon and Irene as the face of the company, or unconventional concepts like Sandara Park’s ‘pineapple hair’ that will be difficult to compete with.

It’s common nature with K-pop idols that if one can’t generate enough attention, exposure to media via fancams and news articles will also decrease, which consequently reduces the size of the fandom. With this reason, they have come to the simplistic conclusion that “we’ll win in quantity.”

Based on this, Mamamoo’s YouTube channel prides itself in having the most ‘self-made contents’ in the industry. Majority of Mamamoo’s contents are produced in the form of a vlog entertainment series called ‘MMMTV’. To the fandom, this series has become its own brand that attracts fans. It’s not an exaggeration that Mamamoo’s ‘Beagle-Idol’ keyword originated from MMMTV.

Given how active they were, performing at three events in a day, even if there’s only one fancam uploaded for each event, you can still easily miss a few dozen clips in a week. Meanwhile, there are also various versions of dance practice videos on top of MMMTV, as well as V-live broadcasts conducted from time to time for them to greet fans in real time. Using terminology fans use, it was a ‘flood of rice cakes’ (T/N: rice cakes = a slang for contents of your bias/favourite group). With so many things to see, enjoy, and laugh at, anyone with an interest in Mamamoo has absolutely no room to leave at all.

The most shocking point doesn’t even end here. In 2018, Mamamoo went from performing at multiple events in a day to releasing multiple albums in a year. It’s called the ‘4 Season 4 Colour’ project - with the release of <Starry Night> in 2018 March, <Egotistic> in July, <Wind Flower> in November and <gogobebe> in 2019 March. Including their comeback with <HIP> in 2019 November, from 2018 to 2019, they’ve released an album every 4.8 months on average.

The moment you forget about them, there’s a new album, new fancam, new content. This prosperous content supply cycle is exactly Mamamoo’s next key to success.

Mamamoo is Coming Back for You

Unfortunately, in October 2021, it is clear that Mamamoo’s future is in a critical situation. First off, member Wheein has decided to leave the company. While it is fortunate that the rest of the three members renewed their contracts and have reached an agreement with Wheein’s new management company to extend her activities in the group, certain restrictions are inevitable. As Wheein’s agreement is set to end in December 2023, Mamamoo’s future after 2023 is still unclear.

It also seems that the dedicated composer, Kim Do Hoon, has stopped giving Mamamoo a song that will ‘blow up’. Mamamoo started off with songs featuring rich high notes and lively ad-libs, with uplifting retro-inspired beats. Yet recently, they took on a ballad route and their chart performance has started to deteriorate. After <HIP>, the most Mamamoo-like(?) title-worthy song was <Dinga Dinga>. However, that song got pushed back to a pre-released track instead and failed to receive a proper spotlight for how addictively good the song is.

Nevertheless, the members have still been introducing themselves as “MAMAMOO”. In addition, Moonbyul and Solar are so close that there are even jokes saying they’re a 3rd family, and not to mention Wheein and Hwasa have been hometown friends for 13 years now. Their company RBW is still introduced as “Mamamoo’s Agency”. Considering that they have yet established a group to replace Mamamoo, whether it’s to maintain their current revenue structure, they’ll have to continue to invest in Mamamoo in order to make profit.

The failure to renew contract with one in four (25%) of the group shows that there must have been some inconsistencies between the artist and the company. But since it’s clear that the members, as well as the company, still love ‘Mamamoo’ a lot, this fact alone makes me think that their future is still very promising.

“Mamamoo… will continue”

This post is the last message I’d like to convey to Mamamoo, and myself who once loved them whole-heartedly.

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[160330] MAMAMOO “We want to become inspiring female icons”

Mamamoo are like flowers in the wild. During the members’ three years of training, in contrast to disciplinary schoolings, they built their skills by practicing freely instead. Aside from fundamental trainings, they were assigned to complete tasks - like composing songs and planning performances - as part of their practice itinerary. Through this process, they were able to make up for and improve their flaws accordingly. Away from the “norms” of K-pop girl groups, they flourished into a self-sustaining group by simply being themselves. 

Wildflowers can well-preserve themselves even without cultivation, and though they might look indelicate, they carry a scent nothing else can possibly mimic. Mamamoo were named “top-artists” in only two years since their debut, all because of their wildflower-esque appeals. Their 2014 debut album - from composing, choreographing to conceptualizing the music video - was proof of their “self-sufficient” power.

The key to Mamamoo’s popularity can be best explained by their “delightful performances” and “unpretentious and candid personalities”. Their free-spirited charms aren’t something you can easily witness among existing idols, and that’s all thanks to their unconstrained and ingenious practices during their trainee-days. In addition, they’ve also been actively collecting opinions from fans regarding their stage costumes and adlibs - giving them a sense of “ownership” in this fandom where “idols and fans are like friends”. These are all elements that “break the stereotypes of typical girl groups”.

Although Mamamoo seem to be living their best days as “top-artists” lately, they said they’re yet worthy of the title, and compared themselves to “babies who just took their first steps”.

Composer Kim Do Hoon, who was involved in creating the group Mamamoo, reminded them to “always be humble.” Aware of the so-called “celebrity disease”, the members jokingly said they’re in a “grounded mode”, meaning they will “never lose sight of their original intentions.”

Just as it’s been since their debut, they promised to never lose themselves in the future, by setting “the goal to carry a unique colour only Mamamoo can deliver.”

“Now that we’ve stepped foot in the music industry, isn’t it time to strike a mark on it. Each generation has someone they refer to as an icon. Mamamoo want to become ‘inspiring women’ as well, and be able to hear others say, ‘Ah! This, is Mamamoo’s style.’”

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[TRANS] TenAsia 10+Star Magazine Interview with MAMAMOO

Q. You’re a group that has debuted 5 years.

Solar: It doesn’t feel real. It still feels like we have just debuted. Wherever we go, it seems like we are still the maknaes. So to say that it’s been 5 years… it sounds gross (everyone laughs)

Q. Let’s look back to last year. What’s the most memorable thing?

Wheein: First, as a group, our song “Yes I Am” has received so much love. Including myself, each member has also featured in songs, or released solo tracks or OSTs. Since we have showcased our own music, we hope they will become presents to our fans.

Hwasa: Holding our solo concert “Curtain Call”. We have performed in Seoul during March and Busan in August. The concert was a time when all the things Mamamoo has done bloom like flowers, so the meaning is different.

Solar: To me, our concert was the most memorable. The concert consists of all our joys and sorrows. Although we only perform for a few days, the time of preparation lasts for months. The moment the curtain rolled up, seeing thousands of moobongs (Mamamoo’s lightstick) in the audience, I became overwhelmed by the tough times we had while preparing. (laughs) In addition, thinking that there were that many people who came because of our music, it made me want to cry too. Our first MooMoo fanclub ceremony (Picnic Live) was also unforgettable. We were able to communicate with fans, play games, and spend time with them, so it was enjoyable.

Q. During your concert, you cried when your fans held up slogans saying “Never Letting Go”?

Solar: It’s a phrase with a story. It was during a public broadcast when we just debuted. Other than our fans, many fans of other singers were gathered there. In between, MooMoos prepared a slogan event for us with the phrase “Never Letting Go” written. At that moment, I was so touched that I cried. (laughs) Inspired by that, we eventually made a song with the title “Never Letting Go”. After years have passed when I saw this slogan again at our concert, all the times in between started flashing in my head which made me cry.

Hwasa: Whenever we perform, our fans make us touched like that. (laughs) Thanks to them, every moment spent with our fans [can be remembered] through events.

Q. A strong relationship with your fans can be seen.

Solar: During our early debut days, we didn’t receive much attention. So our fans are the ones who stand by our sides and watch us grow little by little. Hence, we try our best to communicate with them. We listen to their opinions and create opportunities to meet them often even when it’s small-scaled. We did fanmeetings and a pork belly party. (laughs) Because of that, we are able to build a thick relationship with our fans.

Q. You’ve been picked by many rookies’ as their role models lately. How do you feel?

All: Ey~ (Mamamoo, who did not believe this, repeatedly replied with ‘really’.)

Moonbyul: That’s because we haven’t heard about this in person… (laughs) It’s fascinating. Even for us, we have role models too. When we first debuted, whenever we met our role model sunbaes, my heart would tremble and think that “yes, I aspired to become a singer because of this sunbae”. Now that we have become a role model to our juniors, I am thankful and I feel great. I also feel the responsibility to do even better in the future.

Solar: I am grateful. It seems like a proof that we have successfully walked through the path we chose until now, so I am happy.

Q. Is there anything you would like to say to your juniors?

Hwasa: It feels embarrassing so I don’t know what to say. (laughs) I understand greatly the hearts of our juniors who have just started. I just want to tell them that they are already doing well enough right now.

Q. When you think of ‘Mamamoo’, you think of ‘the group who plays well on stage’.

Solar: Thank you for thinking of us like this. On the other hand, for as much of the expectations received, we feel just as burdened. We always worry by thinking about the need to show new performances on stage. But thanks to that, it seems like we are growing little by little.

Moonbyul: Hence, every day is a challenge to us. Since we have to prepare new adlibs for each performance, it feels like we are conducting missions. It is impossible to put down our nervousness.

Q. Thanks to your unique adlibs, you were invited to perform at the 37th and 38th Blue Dragon Film Awards.

Moonbyul: I was told that we are the first to be invited to perform for two years consecutively. It is an honour. When we appeared in 2016, we told ourselves to not make any mistakes; as for our second appearance, we had the burden to be funny with our adlibs so I was very nervous. (laughs)

Q. To create refreshing performances every time, how do you overcome the burden and pressure?

Wheein: There isn’t any ways other than sticking closely together as four. Nothing can be done to relieve the burden. The nervousness before going on stage has become a strength among us. (laughs) This might be off topic, but whenever we have individual schedules, that’s when the emptiness hits the hardest.

Solar: Instead, the nervousness helps us create an even better performance. The fans who smile while seeing us perform give us huge strength too. If we see that the fans enjoy it, we will also be able to enjoy ourselves even more.

Q. You have a very strong impression for being bright and lively, for which you are nicknamed as “beagle-dols”. Do you feel burdened by it?

Solar: We worry about it a lot. On TV, we give the impression that we are fun, we play well and fool around a lot. But in real life, we are all actually very shy.

Wheein: There are many people who are unfamiliar with our serious and quiet sides. Sometimes, I feel frustrated by it too. Wherever we go, if we act shy, people react by saying “Ey, you’re Mamamoo though?” If we are quiet, others ask if we are sick. (laughs) I became reluctant to meet new people too. However, since most people perceive us as bright and positive, I accept this gratefully as a whole.

Hwasa: This is a part of life that I must face. We cannot explain to everyone who we really are and what we will be doing.

Q. Compared to what you expected when you first debuted, how different is it with your current state?

Moonbyul: Until now, we have been following what we pictured from the start. But of course, we have been hit with unexpected difficulties too. I’ve been accused for “being a singer just to hear certain words”… Because of these exaggerations, I wonder to what extent I can match myself to the colour we wished for.

Q. What was hard for you?

Moonbyul: When we first debuted, I have received a lot of misunderstandings. When we were trainees, we received trainings where we could actively voice out our opinions. Whether it’s related to music or outfits, we have personally participated in them. However, it is not the case outside of our company. As a rookie, it is difficult to spread your own voice. At the beginning, we’ve heard that we were ‘arrogant’. Right now, many people understand us more. In order to produce better results, I do not plan to stop expressing my ideas.

Q. RBW CEO Kim Do Hoon once mentioned, “Mamamoo will not stick to being ‘idols who only play well’.”

Wheein: This is similar to what we believe in. We are loved for having a fun and bright image. But now, we wish to appeal further in terms of music. Because we are people who will be doing music for a long time, we wish to naturally show you our transformation as it is. Hence, our upcoming year is very important. Compared to the past, I want to show you our certain growth in music.

Q. You must worry a lot about the new music coming up.

Wheein: It is now our assignment to not lose our trendy sense while trying out different genres of music. What I hope for Mamamoo is to develop into a high-class and refined team.

Moonbyul: It is not as straightforward as saying that we want to change our images. Having sudden changes might create antipathy instead. Whether as a team or as solos, we must show our diverse sides step by step through various routes and contents, until we are able to proudly say “This is Mamamoo.” Nethertheless, because the standards of people have risen, I’ve become more distressed. (laughs)

Q. Solar has featured in Super Junior’s song “Charm of Life”.

Solar: The fact that the sunbaes invited me to do this is already an honour, and it was fun recording it. The gags from the song seem to match well, so it was enjoyable.

Q. Moonbyul has released a solo track “Love & Hate” on your mini album ‘Purple’ - a song with different colours from the team.

Moonbyul: I was not a rapper originally, but my position changed as I joined the team. I wanted to showcase my vocals through the song “Love & Hate”. I performed this first at our concert. Because of the good reactions from fans, we decided to include it on the album. In the future, I plan to release more R&B hip hop music like “Love & Hate”.

Q. Hwasa has released a parody cover of Robin Thicke’s “Blurred Lines” called “Pink Panties” in the beginning since debut, and has received hot reactions. When will we be greeted with a solo track similar to this?

Hwasa: I have been consistently working on songs. But I’m not sure if there will be a song as creative as “Pink Panties”… (laughs)

Q. Wheein has participated in various featurings from Jungkey to Super Junior’s Heechul. What’s your secret to getting endless love calls?

Wheein: Do I have to say it with my own mouth? (laughs) During my trainee days, I worried a lot because of my voice. I thought it was too typical. At that time, our CEO told me I had a voice that could digest any kinds of genre, that I shouldn’t dwell myself in a slump because of this. Yet, I still couldn’t be completely satisfied with myself. Now, I finally understand what my CEO said to me. My voice has now become a strength that I hold only.

Moonbyul: Wheein normally listens to a lot of songs regardless of their genres. Therefore, she was able to develop a voice that fits various genres. Last year, Jungkey’s song “Anymore” that Wheein featured in has even won 1st on SBS Inkigayo. I was so surprised when I watched it on TV. Our baby was out there alone winning first, so I felt very proud. She was also the first within Mamamoo to ever win first on her own, so I was very proud of her. (laughs)

Q. You held showcases in Japan and Taiwan last year. How was the reaction of the locals there?

Wheein: To be honest, I couldn’t comprehend the amount of love we receive overseas at all. Since we have seen it first hand, I now realize that there are many fans who love us. Crossing country borders, I am really curious as to why they even like us. It is fascinating. (laughs)

Moonbyul: It was amazing. Even though our languages are different, I find it funny when they all understand our adlibs. Thanks to them, I have gained a lot of energy. If we are given the chance, I wish to visit more countries in the future.

Q. What dream do you wish to fulfill next year?

Moonbyul: World tour. This is my first time saying this since debut… but when I was in middle school, my dream was to become a “world star”. (everyone laughs) Through concerts, I hope our music can be heard by many.

Solar: First in general, I wish to do different kinds of music and achieve another year with more growth. Specifically, just like what Moonbyul said, I want to hold concerts more often. I want to hear people say “Mamamoo’s concerts are a must-go concert”.

Hwasa: It’s our 5th year now, so I hope it will be a year where our members can each showcase a lot of our own skills.

Wheein: I hope that Mamamoo as a team, and each member as artists, will be able to grasp their positions. I would also like to widen my promotions in various fields.

#PLUS #QUESTIONS

Solar

What are your new year’s resolutions?

To live diligently! I have worked hard last year too, but there are also things I regret and feel sorry about. This year, without any regrets, I will try to live diligently.

What does your remake project “Solar Emotions” mean to you?

A project with songs that I love, songs that mean a lot to me which I want to sing them again.

What other songs do you wish to remake through “Solar Emotions”?

There is a lot really. The song that came to my mind now is the late Kim Gwang Suk’s “Around Thirty”. It’s a song I really liked. I wish to sing it someday.

As a leader, when are you most thankful to your members?

Since trainee days, we’ve been together for almost 8 years. From then to now, I am always thankful that they trusted and followed me all this time.

Moonbyul

What are your new year’s resolutions?

To open my mind! I will be 27 years old now. All these times, I’ve developed habits and created a mold for myself. In the coming year, I wish to break the mold little by little.

To the “King of Search” Moonbyul, what does “search” mean to you?

Whenever I perform at events or appear on broadcasts, I get curious about our fans’ reactions, so I’ve started searching them up. Through that, I have now learned new words and slangs as well. It’s interesting so I’ve been monitoring well. (laughs)

What is the most interesting slang these days?

“제곧내”. At first, I thought it means “I will come down soon”. (laughs) But as I found out, it actually means “the title says it all”. (To all the staff around) Don’t you find this really eccentric?

What does “Girl Crush” mean to you?

A word that made me known to the world? It doesn’t only mean “a cool female who makes other females fall for her”. There is a burden and responsibility that comes with being a naturally cool woman.

Wheein

What are your new year’s resolutions?

To put my thoughts into action and achieve them! I am at the state where my sense of achievement is dry. (laughs) Hence, there are times when I feel bored. Even for a bit, if there is something that interests me, I want to try it out and experience the enjoyment through it.

What interests you these days?

I want to learn an instrument. First, I’d like to learn how to play the guitar… I want to get my own studio too. It is my dream to be able to make music and also draw at such place.

What do you want to draw?

Things related to music? Without the restrictions of a genre or subject, I want to draw freely and combine it with music. For this, I want to be able to go to exhibitions often too.

Who is your favourite artist (painter)?

Jean-Michel Basquiat (1960.12.22 - 1988.8.12). His works still look trendy even now. They are known to be colourful and vivid. I was deeply impressed by him.

Hwasa

What are your new year’s resolutions?

To take better care of my health! Before, my goal has always been to work hard in everything. But now, I get sick at times when I shouldn’t be, so I’ve realized the importance of my health. (laughs) I hope my members will all take good care of their healths as well.

You’ve been loved for having strong makeup on. What makeup tips do you have for the new year?

Point makeup! The basic eyeliner stands out from the colour of your lips. I am the type who puts on red lipsticks to match the light pink eyeliners.

What is it like living as the maknae in Mamamoo?

A non-maknae-like… luxurious life? I’ve been living without feeling like the maknae. (laughs)

When are you most thankful to your members?

When they send text messages to my parents to ask how they've been. I am most thankful when they treat them like their own parents.

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[LRYICS][TRANS] MAMAMOO - 잠이라도 자지 (Sleep In The Car)

LYRIC VIDEO: https://youtu.be/MsKv5N_SrSo

At least you can sleep in the car This is why there’s no room for my skin to breathe At least you can sleep in the car We are making this into a song again

What, what is it? This is not funny, what’s your complaint, huh? Whatever you say, I am still the one who has to wake up an hour before you all Ah hello, this is Moonstar Please send three cars over and Drop them all at Jangan-dong oh

No matter what, the God above is fair What’s the point of being last if I cannot sleep on the brink of death Just like last year, we are still loud in the car this year My mouth hurts from speaking so Unnie, take the lead Let me do it again

Layer by layer, the foundations are piling up There’s no room for my skin to breathe now (No room) So hold on, hold on, please don’t zoom in with the camera Don’t just talk all the time and actually give my skin some time to recover

Unnie, at least you can sleep in the car This is why there’s no room for my skin to breathe Unnie, at least you can sleep in the car We are making this into a song again

It’s 3:00 AM now I want to go home as soon as possible Ni Na Na Na there’s no big difference I’m going third, I’m going second, we have to get up early

The order is fixed like ABC Anyhow, we all finish together Gee Gee Gee Gee At least you can sleep in the car But sleeping with makeup on is so uncomfortable

Head, shoulders, knees and toes Let’s all work work work work work it up, higher

No remorse, no regrets, there’s nothing more to lose That’s life, don’t put a frown on your face Don’t like to fight anymore

Unnie, at least you can sleep in the car This is why there’s no room for my skin to breathe Unnie, at least you can sleep in the car We are making this into a song again

If I were to describe myself, describe myself If I were to describe myself, describe myself Bang ya Bang ya Bang ya

Head, shoulders, knees and toes Let’s all work work work work work it up, put your hands up Head, shoulders, knees and toes Let’s all work work work work work it up, make some noise

That’s life, don’t put a frown on your face That’s life, don’t put a frown on your face That’s life, don’t put a frown on your face Don’t put a frown on your face, don’t like to fight anymore

At least you can sleep in the car This is why there’s no room for my skin to breathe At least you can sleep in the car We are making this into a song again

If I were to describe myself, describe myself If I were to describe myself, describe myself Bang ya Bang ya Bang ya

너넨 차에서 잠이라도 자지 이러니 피부가 숨 쉴 틈이 없지 너넨 차에서 잠이라도 자지 이걸 또 노래로 만들라고 하지

왜이래 왜이래 웃기지도 않아 뭐가 불만이야 huh 그래봤자 너네보다 한 시간 먼저 일어나는 건 나잖아 아 여보세요 저 문스타 인데요 여기 카니발 세 대만 불러주세요 얘네 싹 다 장안동으로 보내버리게 oh

아무리 그래도 위의 신은 공평해 마지막이면 뭐해 잠도 못 자고 사경 헤매 작년 못지 않은 올해요 카니발에서 우린 고래요 말하기도 입 아프니까 언니 선두 잡고 Let me do it again

차곡차곡 쌓여가는 파운데이션 피부가 이제 숨 쉴 틈이 없네 (틈이 없어) 그러니 잠깐 잠깐 카메라 줌인은 하지 말아줘 자꾸만 자꾸만 말만 하지 말고 피부에 양보 할 시간을 줘

언니 차에서 잠이라도 자지 이러니 피부가 숨 쉴 틈이 없지 언니 차에서 잠이라도 자지 이걸 또 노래로 만들라고 하지

지금은 새벽 세시 빨리 집에 가고 싶지 니 나 나 나 도찐개찐 난 세 번째 두 번째 일찍 나와야돼

ABC 다 정해져있어 어차피 다 같이 끝나지 Gee Gee Gee Gee 차에서 잠이라도 자지 화장한 채로 자지 되게 찝찝하지

머리 어깨 무릎 발 다 같이 work work work work work it up higher

아쉬울 것도 후회할 것도 더 잃을 것도 없어 인생 뭐 있냐고 인상 좀 펴고 Don’t like to fight anymore

언니 차에서 잠이라도 자지 이러니 피부가 숨 쉴 틈이 없지 언니 차에서 잠이라도 자지 이걸 또 노래로 만들라고 하지

나로 말 할 것 같으면 말 할 것 같으면 나로 말 할 것 같으면 말 할 것 같으면 빵야 빵야 빵야

머리 어깨 무릎 발 다 같이 work work work work work it up 손들어 머리 어깨 무릎 발 다 같이 work work work work work it up 소리질러

인생 뭐 있어 인상 좀 펴고 인생 뭐 있어 인상 좀 펴고 인생 뭐 있어 인상 좀 펴고 인상 좀 펴고 Don’t like to fight anymore

너넨 차에서 잠이라도 자지 이러니 피부가 숨 쉴 틈이 없지 너넨 차에서 잠이라도 자지 이걸 또 노래로 만들라고 하지

나로 말 할 것 같으면 말 할 것 같으면 나로 말 할 것 같으면 말 할 것 같으면 빵야 빵야 빵야

Audio credit @in_thelove  Trans by @tgcnim  Korean Lyrics credit @2nd_Plan 

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[TRANS] 170721 HWASA’s Fancafe Reply to a High School MooMoo who is Going Through a Tough Time

You've gone through a lot. I wanted to speak comfortably to comfort you, but if I were to consider you a dongsaeng (T/N: someone younger than you), I would tell you to think of these emotions you're feeling right now, the worries and the pains as a natural process that you must go through in order to become stronger. If you are exposed to only good things in life, whenever you come across difficulties, you won’t be able to overcome them. Also, what I am saying right now might sadden you, but this is only the beginning. You might think that your toughest time is during your third year in high school (T/N: when students need to take the college entrance exam), but after climbing over this mountain, you will actually see other mountains waiting ahead of you. People say just to try your best in life, but why is the world so intense? hehe Am I right? You are bravely striving right now too.

If there is something you want to do, do it. Even if it doesn’t come true, there will be something left that is worth trying your best to fulfill. Of course, your parents' opinions are important as well, but your judgement is entirely up to you. Although there will be responsibilities that come with it, you must bear with them yourself. This is something you must experience. Think of it as a growing tunnel that will lead you to somewhere further. 

Relationship problems with your family or friends must have caused you a lot of suffering. For me as well, no matter how hard I tried to be loved by all, there were only a few [friends] who stayed behind~?? However, I was sufficiently happy with my friends even when there were only a few of them! These people are the ones who will run to you when you're having a hard time until the day you die. I'm sure it will be the same for you. If you look closely, you will realize that they are the people you treasure whom you have forgotten. I sound like someone who has lived for 50 years kekekeke ^^

The difficult moments only last for a while. You won’t feel unfortunate for the rest of your life. The person who can make you unhappy is no one but yourself. The fact that you are not avoiding the situation, are hitting your head, worrying and in pain, to me you look awesome! You are a precious person! To me, the standard of life is myself. To you, the standard of life is yourself. 

Looks like I have written a lot.. though I am still inexperienced in giving advice ^^ Even for a bit, I hope I was able to cheer you up. Whatever people say, you are still the best! Trans by tgc. (@tgcnim)

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[TRANS][INTERVIEW] MAMAMOO “Record-breaking Album with Significant Meaning, a Happy Ending”

Mamamoo has released their 5th Mini Album ‘Purple’ and promoted with the title track ‘Yes I Am’ in the past month. “Since we worked hard in preparing, it turned out well. We were able to obtain good results because we released a song that matches well with the season.”

Mamamoo’s individual personalities are directly expressed through the lyrics of ‘Yes I Am’.

Hwasa, “There is a feeling of firmness in our music when expressed by our own lyrics. Overall, it feels different because we aren’t just singing lyrics that were written by others. Each of our own abilities have risen a lot in general.”

Mamamoo honestly expressed that they have not expected to achieve #1 with their music this time.

Hwasa, “Out of all the songs we have released so far, ‘Decalcomanie’ has achieved the best results and it went a long way. However, it is a pity that it shined much later. [T/N: the song did not chart high initially] Honestly for ‘Decalcomanie’, I thought the song was really good that it would score #1 [right away]. Even when I was recording for it, I really enjoyed and expected a lot, so I was disappointed [that it did not do well in the beginning]. Hence, I did not hold much expectations at all this time.” On the other hand, Moonbyul has expected to achieve #1. “Since we worked so hard in preparing, I thought to myself that it would be great to receive [#1]. Probably because it’s summer now, as compared to ‘Decalcomanie’, ‘Yes I Am’ suits a lot better [to the season]. If ‘Decalcomanie’ is for winter, this song has to be for summer.”

As expected, the most memorable moment was MooMoos’ fanchants.

Solar expressed her love and thankfulness to the fans, “Compared to the past, MooMoos’ fanchants have gotten so much louder. As I noticed the growth in the fandom, I thought I should work harder during our promotions as well.”

Moonbyul, “Whenever we had pre-recordings, our fans would fill up the entire venue. Even when it’s dawn, 300 fans would come all holding their Mooboongs [T/N: Mamamoo’s official lightstick]. The image of that made me forget about my exhaustion.”

Solar, “The promotion this time is definitely a record-breaking album with significant meanings among ourselves. It has been doing good and has received a lot of interest since the beginning. It seems like we wrapped up [our promotions] with a very happy ending. Whether it’s a long or short period of time, many things have happened in between. MooMoos who always came earlier and left later than us, they lost their voices more than we did. Although we were very nervous during the first broadcast, because MooMoos were here to cheer for us, we were able to do well. The place for MooMoos has increased. Thank you very much.”  

Moonbyul, “MooMoos saw and congratulated us, but since this is something that we’ve achieved together, we would like to congratulate MooMoos as well. It has been a happy moment. Although our promotions have ended, we still have concerts after, festivals, overseas schedule and fanmeetings even. So it does not feel like [our promotions] have ended at all. In the future, we plan to become tighter with MooMoos.”  

Hwasa, “To say it in once sentence, you’ve worked hard.”

Trans by tgc. (@tgcnim)

[tgc-mamamoo]

[170430] Moonbyul’s Fancafe Reply to a Student MooMoo Who is Struggling with School & Dreams

The MooMoo’s Letter:

“I am just a Stu-Moo (Student MooMoo)”

“A student’s worry is always related to studying, isn’t it? School, cram school, home, study, sleep, school, cram school, home, study, sleep...... every day, like a running machine, I live like a hamster running on its wheel.”

“Honestly, I focus only on the results than the process. Even though the process is important, if the result turns out to be bad, it just ends up being bad anyways. In our country, people only evaluate based on your results.”

“I have a dream - to be an entertainment program host. But honestly, becoming an MC is a very unstable dream, right? It is a gambling-kind-of job in which you face a lot of failures, go through slumps easily, and will flip your life around just because of one mistake. So it is very tough for me to tell my parents that I want to become an MC.”

“I think all I need right now is some heartfelt words that can cheer me up.”

Moonbyul’s Reply:

Consolation..

Although I am not that great of a person to be able to comfort you, please receive my consolation and cheer up!

This is how I think. I believe it is most important for you to have a dream. If you have a dream, you become more positive, and because of the dream, you will be able to get back up even if you fail.

We evaluate a lot just based on the results, but in order for the results to be good, the process has to be solid too. That way, you will not fall apart.

Whenever I am struggling, it is difficult for me to think positively as well. However, I tell myself that I must think this way. Although I am having a very hard time now, I remind myself that there are people out there who are having a much harder time than I am. Run towards your dream for as far as you can, as it is something amazing and something you are capable of doing.

Cheer up!!

MB

Trans by tgc. (@tgcnim)

[tgc-mamamoo]

[TRANS] Japanese Magazine HARU HANA Interview with MAMAMOO

HARU HANA Interview Behind #1

Wheein is interested in fashion. “When I was young, I liked Japanese vintage items so I would often go on the internet to check them out. I believe there is a different charm in comparison to Korean [fashion], but what I am most interested in is the food (laughs). I wanted to try authentic ramen!” she said.

HARU HANA Interview Behind #2

Coverage of Hwasa’s recent trip to Yufuin. On top of the beef which tastes extraordinary, “Ramen, gyoza (dumplings) and everything I ate tasted delicious as well!”, Hwasa shared as her eyes sparkled (laughs).

HARU HANA Interview Behind #3

In the session where they had to name each other’s strengths, Hwasa said, “We have a close relationship with each other, so this drives me crazy for some reasons!” Moonbyul, “Please cover Solar unnie’s ears for me! (laughs)”, she said as she got embarrassed. It was very cute.

HARU HANA Interview Behind #4

Moonbyul and Solar are good friends so they keep in touch even during vacation. Moonbyul, “We would ask ‘What are you doing now?’ just like lovers who keep in contact all the time. Since we couldn’t meet for a while during vacations, we would feel lonely but we get very happy whenever we see each other again in dorms (laughs).”

Trans by tgc. (@tgcnim)

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[TRANS]170308 Jungkey X Wheein [EMPTY] Making

Interview with #Wheein 

Q. Hello. Please introduce yourself. 

Hello. I am Mamamoo’s Wheein. I feel happy that I am able to meet everyone like this through Jungkey’s project.

Q. How do you feel about working together with Jungkey? 

He is a musician and I have always loved his music. I am very happy to hear that he wanted to work with me. It was exciting to meet him in real life. In the process, he took care of me a lot so I was able to sing with ease. I think I will remember this as a very very enjoyable work experience. 

Q. You participated in the title song ‘It’s A Burden’ as a vocalist, how do you personally feel about this song? 

As soon as I listened to the song, I had a feeling like “Ah~ this is great”. I also think that this song matches well with my voice. I believe that it is a good song that will receive love from everyone. 

Q. Do you have any plans or goals for the future?

Personally, although I am a vocalist, I have been holding interest in composing songs and lyrics too. Hence, my dream and goal is to become an artist who gets recognized and loved through the music I make, but not my personality.

Q. Last but not least, please say something to your fans.

Winter is leaving now and the warm spring is coming. While enjoying the approaching spring air, please show lots of love and interest to the song ‘It’s A Burden’ that Jungkey and I worked together on. (As opposed to the name of the title, this is a song that you will listen to comfortably without burden. ^^) Thank you.

Trans by tgc. (@tgcnim)