Coming from a family of music lovers, Wendy showed interest in becoming a singer when she was only six years old. Besides her passion for singing, she is also able to play several instruments, including the piano, guitar, flute, and saxophone.
She lived with her family in Jecheon until her fifth year of elementary school, when she moved to Canada with her older sister to study abroad. There, she started using her English name Wendy Shon. While living in both America and Canada, she became fluent in English and also learned to speak some French and Spanish.
Her family was initially against her pursuing a career in music and wanted her to focus on her studies, but while she was still in high school, they eventually allowed her to audition to become a singer in South Korea.
In 2010, she submitted an online audition for Koreaboo's Global Auditions in 2011 with Cube Entertainment. Though she was not the final winner, she was one of fifteen finalists personally picked by Canadian-Korean singer G.NA and Koreaboo from over 5,000 videos to continue to the final round in Vancouver and open for G.NA's first solo showcase.
Wendy originally did not intend to audition for SM Entertainment, but was cast by the company when she accompanied a friend to the S.M. Global Audition in Canada in 2012. She recalled singing Kim Gunmo's "서울의 달 (Moon of Seoul)" and passed. She trained for less than two years before she was introduced as a member of S.M. Entertainment's predebut group SM Rookies on March 14, 2014.
On August 1, 2014, Wendy made her official debut as a member of Red Velvet.
She made her official solo debut on April 5, 2021 with her first EP Like Water with the title track of the same name.
Return
웬디 Lyrics
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또 넘어지지 않아
I believe, I believe
또 눈물은 없어
내일의 태양이 뜰 거란 걸
너도 알고 있어
You never cry
넌 어디쯤인지
알 수 없는 두려움이
내 앞에 서 있지
난 또 어둠 속 너의 손을 찾아
네가 느껴질 땐 비로소 하늘을 날아 fly
네 가슴에 그 꿈을 그려
힘이 들 땐 기꺼이 받아들여
나의 넓은 어깨와 가슴이 지친 널 감싸니
넌 아무것도 두려울 게 없어
아니, 전혀 울 필요 없어
온 세상이 널 향해 노래해
I believe, I believe
또 넘어지지 않아
I believe, I believe
또 눈물은 없어
내일의 태양이 뜰 거란 걸
너도 알고 있어
You never cry
You never cry
까만 밤하늘에 더 밝게 빛이 나는 별 하나
딱 한 번 넘어졌을 뿐 툭 털고 일어나
힘을 내 괜찮아
여기 내가 있잖아
넌 그대로 아름다워
눈부신 찬란한 미래가 내 눈앞에 펼쳐지네
내딛는 한 걸음 한 걸음마다
긍정의 에너지 내 몸을 감싸네
바람에 잠시 쓰러진 꽃 활짝 피기 전에
온 몸을 던져 부딪혀 봐 크게 소리쳐
하나만, 하나만 또 기억하길 바래
더 이상, 더 이상 슬픔은 없어
세상이 아프게 널 속여도 내가 널 감쌀게
Uh, uh (ooh) 내 꿈을 향해서 힘차게 내 온몸을 던져
저 넓은 바다 위로 겁 없이 다이빙해 첨벙
I'm not afraid, I'm not afraid
I'm not afraid
Yeah 두 눈에 고인 그 눈물 내가 닦아 줄게
비가 올 땐 너의 우산이 되어 줄게
날개를 활짝 펴
You've got to fly high
시간이 지나고 슬픔이 지나면 상처도 사라져
I believe, I believe 또 넘어지지 않아 (넘어지지 않아)
I believe, I believe 또 눈물은 없어
내일의 (내일의) 태양이 (태양이)
뜰 거란 걸 너도 알고 있어 (you gotta fly away)
You never cry
You never cry
The lyrics of 웬디's song "Return" convey a message of resilience, self-belief, and encouragement. The repetition of "I believe, I believe" emphasizes the deep-rooted belief in oneself and the ability to overcome challenges without falling or shedding tears. The lyrics highlight the certainty that the sun will rise tomorrow, signifying hope and a brighter future ahead. The line "You never cry" suggests strength and emotional stability, possibly addressing a sense of inner strength and independence.
The lyrics delve into a comparison between the singer's journey and the unknown fears that stand in their path. Despite the uncertainties and darkness, there is a comforting presence of the other person to lean on. The imagery of finding their hand in the darkness and then flying to the sky when feeling them indicates a sense of liberation and support. The lyrics further express the willingness to shoulder the burdens of the other person, offering comfort and reassurance that there is no need to fear or shed tears.
The lyrics then shift towards empowering the listener to embrace their setbacks as moments of growth and resilience. The mention of a star shining brighter in the night sky symbolizes overcoming obstacles and rising stronger after a fall. The message of encouragement to stand tall, embrace the beauty within, and boldly face the challenges ahead reinforces the theme of empowerment and self-assurance. The imagery of stepping forward with each positive energy enveloping the body suggests a transformative journey towards a bright and promising future.
The closing verse intensifies the theme of support and encouragement, urging the listener to hold on to a single hope and leave sorrow behind. The reassurance that even when the world may cause pain, the singer will be there to provide comfort and solace adds a sense of security and protection. The lyrics then shift towards a declaration of fearlessness and determination to chase dreams relentlessly, regardless of the obstacles. The imagery of wiping away tears, becoming an umbrella in the rain, and spreading wings wide to fly high signifies empowerment, protection, and freedom.
Overall, the lyrics of "Return" by 웬디 exude a sense of resilience, self-empowerment, and unwavering belief in oneself. The song encourages the listener to embrace challenges with strength and courage, reminding them of the beauty in resilience and the potential for growth and transformation. The message of overcoming obstacles, shedding fear, and rising stronger resonates throughout the song, leaving a lasting impression of hope and perseverance.
Lyrics © Peermusic Publishing, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Dung Woon Song, Dong Yoon Kang, Chan Hee Hwang, Seung Joo Lee
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
its Evaem
to all of people who are saying that wendy sounds so different. this is her actual voice tho. listen to her pre debut songs. this is the way she sings. sm just change her voice to fit their concepts so. yeahh :)) wendy's voice is really powerful and amazing
Ledue Belbet
its Evaem Yeah, that's true. This song shows Wendy's wonderful vocal technique and versatility. She can changes her vocal's sound to fit the sounds that the producers want.
snsdtwinkle
Ugh I know! When I heard her voice being all cutesy and crap in Happiness I was like... Aca-excuse me? Who is this? Because this is not Wendy Shon. But then as time passed she showed more of her true colors and I gotta say, I'm very proud of how far she's come.
Yu
agree
helicopter
Agree! Her voice in RV's Happiness, Butterflies, Ladies Night, Because I Love You (ost), Written In The Stars (Ft. John Legend) are all sounds different. That shows how versatile she is as a singer.
Wiz*Once_9
Holy shit Wendy Son. Wow. Wow. Just..... Wow. Forever replaying it.
Wiz*Once_9
Jira Kim hahahaha yes, im a Shield XD i guess i fangirl too much ~~ i like SHINee, Snsd, Red Velvet, The Ark, Apink and Got7... so yeh... i guess you'll see my everywhere hahah
Hanny Kazuma
+The2theARK Add EXID~~~~
Rango Tifango
The2theARK still listen to it ?😂
Mishel A. Peña
It's too soon to say that Wendy is one the best female voice of SM? Her voice is such beautiful, this is going to be one of my favs OST.