Debuting in South Korea on December 26, 2003, they quickly became a popular teenage chorus group in their homeland. By the date of their Japanese debut in 2005, Dong Bang Shin Ki had not only made themselves known in Korea as a dance only boyband, but a group that had the ability to harmonize, vocalize, and dance to perfection; earning them many praises by many other Korean artists that they would refer to as sunbae's.
With major success in Korea, Dong Bang Shin Ki made their way to Japan, eager to conquer a foreign land. With that thought in mind, Dong Bang Shin Ki decided that they did not want to come to Japan as Hallyu stars but as Japanese Pop idols and so their struggle began. For the first few months of their Japanese career, which had started with the release of the single: "Stay With Me Tonight", the members of Dong Bang Shin Ki spent that time learning/improving their Japanese, battling the depression they got from both homesickness and not achieving the response they wanted immediately, language barriers, and thoughts of giving up completely in turn to go home. While promoting Purple Line (Korean Ver.) in Korea, the members stated that they at first didn't want to work in Japan and were forced rather than having that motivation to work hard.
After months of hard work and intense Japanese studies, Dong Bang Shin Ki finally got the break they were looking for with their second single, "Somebody To Love", which ranked at number fourteen on the Oricon chart and included their first ballad song. In November, Dong Bang Shin Ki released "My Destiny", their first ballad single and with this single earned them the popularity they wanted. After "My Destiny" was released and sold more than any of their other singles, as well the gain of more fans, they released "明日は来るから". With the release of "明日は来るから", that song became an instant success and was used as the seventeenth ending for the popular anime, ONE PIECE and soon the release of their final single for their first album, "Rising Sun/Heart, Mind and Soul" had arrived. Although the "Rising Sun/Heart, Mind and Soul" single hadn't done as well as the other singles, their first album, "Heart, Mind and Soul", was still a huge hit. Things had finally started to look up for the five members known as Dong Bang Shin Ki and after the release of their album in 2006, they held their first nationwide tour: 1st Live Tour 2006: Heart, Mind and Soul. Tickets to 1st Live Tour 2006: Heart, Mind and Soul were sold out immediately.
With the success of their first five singles and their first album, they began working harder on their sixth single. In June, they released "Begin", a sweet, ballad song with an upbeat B-side("High Time") and they also appeared in the Avex summer festival A-Nation '06 that July and August. Their next and seventh single, "Sky", ranked number six on the Oricon chart making it their first single to be ranked in the Top Ten and at that time, the highest ranking single of their Japanese career. Three months later, Dong Bang Shin Ki returned with yet another single, "Miss You/“O” -正・反・合" and this single ranked number three on the Oricon charts and was the first of many to come to be ranked in the Top Five as well as, replaced "Sky" as their highest ranking single. Somehow, they managed to hold conerts in Thailand, Malaysia, and China, earning them more fans and success. While their popularity was slowly, but surely growing in Japan, Dong Bang Shin Ki's popularity in Korea rose even more and in turn they earned lots of awards, these awards included: MKMF's Best Music Video for "Rising Sun (순수)", MKMF's People's Choice Award, MKMF's Artist of the Year, China-Ten Most Popular Music Group, China-Ten Most Popular Song, etc. . . After their second tour The 2nd Asia Tour Concert 'O' and with their increasing popularity in Japan, Dong Bang Shin Ki released "Step by Step" and "Choosey Lover" both that were ranked in the top ten among very popular artists ("Step by Step" ranked number seven and "Choosey Lover" ranked number nine), not to mention that "Choosey Lover" was the opening theme song for Xenos Xenos. Finally recognized as Japanese Pop idols, they released their second album titled "Five in the Black" (ranked number ten on the Oricon charts) and held yet another nationwide concert to support this album. As they sang their song "Proud", Junsu and Yoochun broke out into tears, finally happy that they achieved their dream of breaking through in foreign territory and getting as far as they had.
In May of 2007, Dong Bang Shin Ki attended the MTV Japan Music Awards and won the award "Best Buzz Asia in Korea" for their "'O'-正.反.合." album. From June to December of 2007, Dong Bang Shin Ki released a string of five singles: "Lovin' You", "Summer: Summer Dream/Song for You/Love in the Ice", "Shine/Ride On", "Forever Love" and "Together". "Summer: Summer Dream/Song for You/Love in the Ice" peaked at number two on the Oricon charts, marking that single as their highest ranking single of the time. In November of 2007, Dong Bang Shin Ki collaborated with Koda Kumi to create "LAST ANGEL", which peaked at number two and was the image song for the movie "Resident Evil: Extinction".
2008 marked the start of Dong Bang Shin Ki's supreme rise in Japan. First in January, they released "Purple Line", marking that as not only their first single to peak at number one on the Oricon charts, but the first single to be produced by a non-Japanese band to peak at number one as well as the start of their reign as number one on the Oricon charts and their first single to be created by a non-Japanese staff. Before their amazing reign atop the Oricon charts could begin to rise, they released their third Japanese studio album titled "T" as well as indivdual singles that spelt out T.R.I.C.K (T: Two Hearts/WILD SOUL - Changmin, R: Runaway/MY GIRLFRIEND - Yoochun, I: If...?!/RAINY NIGHT - Junsu, C: Close to You/CRAZY LIFE - Yunho, K: Keyword/MAZE - Jaejoong). Following the release of the T.R.I.C.K singles, Dong Bang Shin Ki released "Beautiful You/千年恋歌" in April, their second single to peak number one on the Oricon charts and the single that broke the twenty four year old record set by Ou-Yang Fei Fei (two singles to peak number one on the charts by a foreign artist). After "Beautiful You/千年恋歌" ", Dong Bang Shin Ki returned to Korea for the 14th Annual Dream Concert on June 7th. Immediately following that concert, they wrapped their Asia tour in Beijing. Returning back to Japan, they released "どうして君を好きになってしまったんだろう？", their third single to peak at number one the Oricon charts and the single that made them the first non-Japanese artist to have three consecutive singles peak at number one. Following that release, they performed at Avex Trax's 20th Anniversary meeting and A-Nation '08. In August of 2008, Dong Bang Shin Ki returned back to Korea to take part in SMTown '08 alongside BoA, 천상지희 The Grace, 張力尹, 소녀시대, SHINee and Super Junior.
They released the fourth Korean studio album titled "Mirotic", another chart topping Korean album with 502,837 copies sold and earning them another record for the first Korean album in six years to sell more than 500,000 copies. In October, Dong Bang Shin Ki returned to the Japanese Pop scene with "呪文 -MIROTIC- ", the Japanese counterpart of the title single to their fourth Korean album. "呪文 -MIROTIC- " peaked number one, causing Dong Bang Shin Ki to destroy their previous record with four single to peak number one. Dong Bang Shin Ki then attended Kouhaku Uta Gassen Music Festival on New Year's Eve, making them the first Korean group to attend.
Tohoshinki's twenty-fifth single, "Bolero/Kiss the Baby Sky/忘れないで", released on January 21, 2009 was yet another single that peaked number one atop the Oricon charts, making them the first foreign artist to have five consecutive number one singles and the song "Bolero" was used theme song for the Japanese movie, "Subaru". In March, they released "Survivor", this single peaked at number three and subsequently ended their amazing number one reign. "Survivor" was succeeded by the release of their fourth Japanese studio album, "The Secret Code", which debuted at number two on the charts and thus, they embarked on their fourth live tour: Dong Bang Shin Ki 4th Live Tour 2009: The Secret Code to help support the album. Dong Bang Shin Ki 4th Live Tour 2009: The Secret Code ended in the Tokyo Dome, making them the first Korean group to perform on that stage. In April, they released "Share the World/ウィーアー!", another one of their singles that peaked number one and extended their record to six number one singles(not consecutive). In July, they released "Stand By U" and debuted at number two on the charts. On September 30, 2009, Jejung and Yuchun came together to produce the single "COLORS ~Melody and Harmony~/Shelter". "COLORS ~Melody and Harmony~" was composed and written by Yuchun and Jejung, while "Shelter" was also composed and written by Yuchun and Jejung with the help of Junsu. "COLORS ~Melody and Harmony~/Shelter" debuted at number one and therefore making Dong Bang Shin Ki the first non-Japanese artists to have seven singles top the Oricon charts. As of March 24, 2010, Dong Bang Shin Ki has released yet another single, "時ヲ止メテ", a slow ballad song that was originally featured in a CF for the cosmetics brand Menard as well as TOHOSHINKI THE LIVE 2009.
After conflicts with the lawsuit filed by three of the members (Jaejoong, Yoochun and Junsu) against SM Entertainment, on April 3, 2010, Avex announced that TVXQ would be ceasing all of their Japanese activities for the time being and that it would focus on helping each member with their solo activities. It was later announced in early May 2010 that the three members of TVXQ would appear as a subunit in the Thanksgiving Live in Dome concert in Japan. The three-member group was announced by Rhythm Zone and would be called JYJ, representing the first letter of each of their names.
On November 23, 2010, SM Entertainment announced that TVXQ would be returning by now as a duo consisting of Changmin and Yunho and have their comeback in Korea in early 2011. On November 24, 2010, Avex Entertainment, as well as SM Entertainment Japan, released a statement about the renewal of contracts of SM artists signed to Avex. The special edition of TVXQ's newest album, Keep Your Head Down, was released in South Korea on January 5, 2011 and their single 왜 (Keep Your Head Down) was released by Avex Trax in Japan on January 26, 2011.
Current Members
U-Know Yunho 유노윤호/ユンホ
Birthday: 1986.02.06
Height: 184cm
Weight: 66kg
Blood type: A
Max Changmin 최강창민/チャンミン
Birthday: 1988.02.18
Height: 186cm
Weight: 61kg
Blood type: B
Former Members
Hero Jaejoong 영웅재중/ジェジュン
Birthday: 1986.01.26
Height: 178cm
Weight: 63kg
Blood type: O
Micky Yoochun 믹키유천/ユチュン
Birthday: 1986.06.04
Height: 180cm
Weight: 64kg
Blood type: O
Xiah Junsu 시아준수/ジュンス
Birthday: 1986.12.15
Registered Birthday: 1987.01.01
Height: 178cm
Weight: 60kg
Blood type: B
Forever Love
동방신기 Lyrics
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夕焼け 煌いてる
今まで 感じたことないくらい
胸の深くが熱い
独りでも平気さ なんて
言い聞かせながら
自分に嘘をついて
過ごしてきたけれど これからは
何度も 何度も 贈るよ
君が探しているもの
迷いの全てを 溶かして
生きてゆこう Forever Love
坂道 長い影寄せて
握った 手の感触
優しく・柔らかく 切なさを
消してゆくみたいだった
どんな未来描いてるの?
幼い頃の 君の姿を空に
浮かべて見つけた一番星
今 君にあげよう
何度も 何度も 歌うよ
大切な君のために
この世でひとつの 確かな
宝物 Believe in Love
You're the only love, forever
たとえどんな時だって
守り抜く自信あるさ
心に刺さった棘を
抜いたなら 抱きあって
果てしない夢を見よう
何度も 何度も 叶えよう
君が望む事すべて
この世でひとつの 確かな
輝きを Believe in Love
何度も 何度も 贈るよ
君が探しているもの
迷いの全てを 溶かして
生きてゆこう 二人で
You're the only love, forever
The lyrics to 동방신기's song "Forever Love" convey a deep and everlasting love between two individuals. The opening lines describe a radiant sunset that illuminates the pair, expressing the intense warmth felt deep within their hearts. The singer reflects on how they have been living, trying to convince themselves that they are fine alone, but now they vow to never let go of their loved one. They pledge to continuously give and offer the things their partner has been searching for, melting away any uncertainties. The chorus emphasizes the idea of living "Forever Love" together, despite any challenges or doubts they may face.
The following verses describe a long uphill journey, symbolizing the difficulties they have encountered. The touch of the held hands brings a gentle and soothing sensation that seems to erase the accompanying feelings of sadness and longing. The lyrics inquire about the future they envision, remembering the image of their loved one as a child, forming a connection with the first star they found in the sky. They want to offer this star, along with endless songs, as a gift to their beloved. The song highlights the importance of this unique and certain treasure, urging them to "Believe in Love."
Overall, "Forever Love" portrays a love that endures all circumstances and promises to protect and cherish one another. It emphasizes the idea of living eternal love and supporting each other's dreams, ultimately creating a lasting and meaningful relationship.
Line by Line Meaning
まっすぐ 二人を照らした
A bright sunset illuminated us straight ahead
夕焼け 煌いてる
The evening glow is shining
今まで 感じたことないくらい
More than anything I've ever felt before
胸の深くが熱い
My deep heart is burning
独りでも平気さ なんて
I used to tell myself that it's okay to be alone
言い聞かせながら
While trying to convince myself
自分に嘘をついて
I have been lying to myself
過ごしてきたけれど これからは
But from now on
君だけを 離さない
I won't let you go
何度も 何度も 贈るよ
I'll give it to you over and over again
君が探しているもの
What you're looking for
迷いの全てを 溶かして
Melt away all the doubts
生きてゆこう Forever Love
Let's live on with Forever Love
坂道 長い影寄せて
The long shadow cast on the slope
握った 手の感触
The feeling of holding hands
優しく・柔らかく 切なさを
Gently and softly, it seems to melt away the pain
消してゆくみたいだった
It feels like it's disappearing
どんな未来描いてるの?
What kind of future are you envisioning?
幼い頃の 君の姿を空に
I see your childhood figure in the sky
浮かべて見つけた一番星
I found the first star that comes to mind
今 君にあげよう
Now, I'll give it to you
何度も 何度も 歌うよ
I'll sing to you over and over again
大切な君のために
For you, my precious one
この世でひとつの 確かな
The only certain one in this world
宝物 Believe in Love
A treasure, believe in love
You're the only love, forever
You're the only love, forever
たとえどんな時だって
Even in any situation
守り抜く自信あるさ
I have the confidence to protect you
心に刺さった棘を
If I remove the thorns pierced in my heart
抜いたなら 抱きあって
Then embrace me
果てしない夢を見よう
Let's have endless dreams
何度も 何度も 叶えよう
Let's make your wishes come true over and over again
君が望む事すべて
Everything you desire
この世でひとつの 確かな
The only certain one in this world
輝きを Believe in Love
Believe in love's radiance
何度も 何度も 贈るよ
I'll give it to you over and over again
君が探しているもの
What you're looking for
迷いの全てを 溶かして
Melt away all the doubts
生きてゆこう 二人で
Let's live on together
You're the only love, forever
You're the only love, forever
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: Ryoji Sonoda, Ichiro Fujitani
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
eve
아직까지도 동방신기만한 그룹이 없는게 노래를 그냥 잘 부르는게 아니라, 모든 곡에 화음을 넣어 다섯명이 서로 눈을 마주보며 맞춰 불렀기 때문에... 아카펠라 그룹.. 너무 그립고 참 귀했다..
Eunsoo Kim
원래 이 곡이 시아준수 솔로곡이었다는데, 그래서인지 준수 목소리랑 호소력이 유독 돋보이는 곡인 것 같아 애정합니다ㅠ_ㅠ 진짜 흰바지에 비즈자켓에 포에버럽 합은 진리..석양이 지는 듯한 저 조명도 넘 예뽀..,,
배고파
새벽에 갑자기 동방신기 영상 찾아보다가 밤샜네.. 진짜 이 노래랑 비긴은 들을 때마다 따듯한 온기가 감싸주는 느낌.. 정성스럽게 노래 부르는 모습도 넘 멋지고 고맙다 이렇게 오랫동안 좋은 추억을 남겨줘서
Shoemnhh
오방신기는 진짜 전설이다 독보적그룹이었다 증말...
lalluca
정말 도쿄돔 무대들은 언제봐도 벅찬 감정이 들음 그 중 가장 사랑하는 포에버럽...
김재중 김준수가 마주보며 화음으로 마무리하는건 언제봐도 감동임
ᄋᄋᄅ
영상을 볼 때마다 무대가 조금은 촌스러운 것 같다고 그렇게 생각했었는데 노래부르는 얼굴이 주황색으로 물든 걸 보고 나니 그게 얼마나 낭만적이어 보이던지 몇년이 지나도 노을을 볼 때마다 자꾸 생각이 나서 너무 보고싶어서 그래서 보러왔어요
do__oh k
아니 이 답글이 왜이렇게 덤덤하게 아리죠.. 😢
조블랙
이 시절의 시아준수 좋아서 미치겠음.. 가끔씩 생각나…몇 년째 반복중
메롱년
이 노래 진짜 좋아요... 일본노래에 대한 편견 없애준 노래에요 덕분에 동방신기 일본명곡들 많이 알았슴다... 안 좋은 부분이 하나도 없고 모든 부분이 킬링파트고 멤버들 미모도 미쳤고 가창력 미쳤고 예전엔 동방신기가 레전드라고 하면 그냥 웃고 넘겼었는데 (그당시유딩+주문 뮤비에서 끌려가는 부분+사족보행광고...로 동방신기가 얼마나 대단한지 몰랐음...ㅠㅠ) 진짜 레전드가 맞는 거 같음
가지가지
한창 활동할때는 일본 활동가면 너무 고생하고 대접도 못받고 그게 그렇게 싫었는데... 남은 일본곡들 들으면 그 시간이 소중하게 느껴짐ㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋ 한국 앨범이랑 일본 앨범이랑 퀄리티가 너무 달라서 ㅠㅠ