"I want to run until my heart is ripped", that subject comes from "the cry of his heart"
"Free, freedom, getaway. Those are the keywords for my work piece this time. At a glance, "DSMN" has a pop and fresh image, however in reality, it is myself declaring that "I want to run until my heart is ripped, I will run!"
Declaration?
"I've always tried to make each of my album reflect myself at each time, but I'm not sure if I express myself especially strong this time. But then I spent half a year making this album and during that period, I not only worked on the album but also filmed a drama in Korea, had Arena Tour in Japan, and on top of those, I had to simultaneously do recordings and shooting for my music video to prepare for my solo promotion. Indeed, there were times when I felt like I was at my limit in terms of time and capability. However, I would rather keep running past my limit than neglecting any of those. But I felt like something kept hindering me this time, during the half year period. So, I wanted to have some freedom, I want to be free and break away. I wanted to overcome that harsh reality so I connected it with the theme [of the song].
So it was a cry of your heart?
"Fortunately, I went beyond my limit (laughs). But it was not only about the hardship. As a person ages, his thoughts change. When I look back one or two years back, I realized how young I was at time, I become reminded of my past thoughts and things that I forgot. The more time passes and the more experiences I build, more changes occur to me. I think because of that, I express new and different things each year. To me, it really makes me happy."
What song left impression on you?
"Poison (on your mind). I made this song while shutting myself in my hotel room for 24 hours on my day off in Tokyo. I only had one meal on that day. I can't forget the taste of the Tonkatsu Ramen I ate then (laughs). Whenever I make songs, I'm always together with a composer to whom I owe a lot. As I asked him for a favor, he spent that day working on the song with me in the hotel room. I'm always grateful to him."
From a lead role in a movie to being cast in a drama with senior actors. Junho went "all out" for his acting experience.
"Different from the role I had last year, where I juggled with the progress of love, I've prepared for an entirely different story this time. I challenged myself to participate in a visually exciting production, (Junho grinned) so please look forward to it."
Are your acting experiences helpful toward your activities as a singer? What about the opposite?
"It is definite that my acting experiences help me in shooting the videos used in the concerts, I feel like I have gotten another weapon as a singer. On the opposite, my experiences as a singer help me in my activities as an actor in terms of adaptability. When I ponder about how to act in unfamiliar environments like drama or movie filming, the know-how, experiences and the ability to adapt that have become my needs as a singer become helpful. I don't know whether singing is directly helpful toward my acting, though."
The role of "Jungjin" that he played in "Memory" was a presence that could keep up even with Lee Sungmin. It was amazing.
"(While bowing his head) Thank you. First of all, I went all out as an actor in the first half of this year (laughs). But I will have to go all out again in the later half, right? From actor to Don't Stop Me Now!"
Was it not hard to go all out [in working]?
"(Junho answered in a firm manner) When I couldn't give my best, I would feel even more distressed when seeing the outcome. It's because I've known through experiences that I wouldn't be able to realize what I want to do if I weren't given the chance to give my best. In the past, I've also felt resentment from totally being out of the spotlight. So when I'm given even the slightest chance, I don't want to miss it. I've had those grave experiences so I give my best when I'm given anything."
"Little things" surrounding him appeared when he took a deep breath.
Junho, who has always talked about his fiery passion for working, stuttered while talking as if he was reminiscing something.
"I've never changed my mindset of always wanting to give my best. However, it's been 8 years since 2PM's debut in Korea, I've also been doing solo activities for 4 years and as I was preparing this album, I felt tired and wished to take a break for the first time."
You did?
"Even though I want to keep running forward, there are times when my body and mind don't keep up. Thus, I find myself seeking advice from others (laughs). I've known the answer and what's left is only to do it and things would be good. However, I can't somewhat do it so I decided to consult with those around me. Though nothing changes after that. Don't people be like this sometimes?"
Of course, they do. I just thought that you would never be in such situation.
"I want to check whether I'm self-righteous or really sympathetic. I've been feeling that way these days. Also when my shoulder was injured four years ago, I felt 'a bit tired' while lying on the bed alone. However, I didn't consult to anyone. Although I'm not injured now, I felt similar emotion flows through me. I then noticed the things I've missed throughout my busy days: the concern and warmth from people around me, and the importance of my daily life. I realized and regretted not seeing them because of my business. Now, I try to share all the little things, the good and regretful things with those who support me.
Will there be a time for "The man who never stops even when he rests" to stop?
There are many people who take a rest after being caught in their hobbies.
"Hobby... (Junho spaced out)"
Do you perhaps have no hobby?
"Previously on some broadcast, I was startled when Chansung asked what my hobby was. After I thought about it, my hobbies were working out, watching dramas or movies, composing songs, playing musical instruments... All of them can't be separated from my job (laughs). As much as it means that I'm really working hard, I'm definitely happy. Though, I'm going to look for a real hobby from now on. However, the things I'm interested in require time and a lot of things. Surfing, bungee jumping, skydiving... You would need a day for them, right? It would be good if I could do something at home or my workplace. I mostly spend my time indoor but I can't stay still. Even though I'm at home, I make songs or tend to my cats. Anyway, I have to be genuine in whatever I do."
But you said you wanted to rest earlier? (laughs)
"(While stretching widely) I love not doing anything and lying down on the sofa like this. But, I will do other things in ten seconds (laughs). Even when I'm on my day off, my attitude is like 'don't stop me now!' too. However, I want to be man who can relax ten years later. Like I can go on a trip aimlessly."
Source
Scans: @timing_kei
Japanese - Korean translation: @jh_my1 2
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