Jonghyun has been active in music since he was in junior high school. He was in a band and participated in many festivals in his area. In his band, he was not a vocalist but a bassist. The band's name was "ZION" and during one of its shows, he was scouted by SM. Before his debut with SHINee, he sang a duet with Zhang Li Yin in the song “交错的爱 (Wrongly Given Love)” for her Chinese album.
Jonghyun was discovered at the 2005 S.M. Casting System. In 2008, he was chosen as a member of the group Shinee, the 5-member boy group debuted on May 25, 2008 on SBS's Inkigayo.
In November 2010, it was revealed by SM Entertainment that Jonghyun, along with TRAX’s Jay, Super Junior’s Kyuhyun, and rookie singer, Jino, had formed a project group, S.M. The Ballad, under their label. The group focuses more on ballad rather than pop and R&B themes. The group released their debut album, "너무 그리워 (Miss You)", on November 29, 2010. They debuted on November 28, 2010 on SBS's Inkigayo with their lead single, "너무 그리워 (Miss You)". They also promoted another single from the album, "Hot Times (시험하지 말기)".
In February 4, 2014, SM Entertainment revealed that SM The Ballad will make a comeback with new members, Jonghyun being the only one from the original formation. It was later revealed that he would be singing, together with Girls' Generation's Taeyeon, the title track of the new album, "숨소리 (Breath)".
In October 2010, Jonghyun was one of twenty idols from various South Korean groups that recorded the song, "Let's Go," for the purpose of increasing public participation in the 2010 G-20 Seoul summit. He provided vocals along with label-mates Sungmin, Seohyun and Luna.
In the 4th mini album "Sherlock", Jonghyun had written the two songs "늘 그자리에 (Honesty)" and "알람시계 (Alarm Clock)". The song "Honesty" is written to give thanks to their fans who have stayed by their side with unchanging love until now. The other song, "Alarm Clock" which is also co-written with fellow member Minho, is about wishing to wake up from a nightmare of past break-up. He also wrote for multiple SHINee songs including "너와 나의 거리 (Selene 6.23)" (album "The Misconceptions of Us") and "상사병 (Symptoms)" (album "Everybody"). Jonghyun fully composed the collaboration track with IU, "Gloomy Clock" in IU's 3rd album "Modern Times". He also fully composed, wrote and lead the vocal direction for Son Dam Bi's digital single, "Red Candle". Not only did Jonghyun compose and write the song, he also took part in the vocal directing. The lyrics relate the characteristics of a candle to someone in love, who feels excited and nervous at the same time.
As a DJ for MBC FM4U's midnight radio show "Blue Night" Jonghyun has revealed his newly written songs on his radio show which he has prepared for a special corner called "Blue Night Lyrics, That Man's Composition". Back in June, DJ Jonghyun tweeted: “As I started Blue Night, I contemplated on how to incorporate myself well into the program… As expected, the conclusion is communicating with listeners and music! That’s why I have prepared a project where I personally write a song pertaining to a listener’s story and let you hear it. The name of the corner is ‘Blue Night Lyrics, That Man Composition’. It won’t be aired every week, but it will be aired once every few months as a special corner, so please send in a lot of stories. I’m accepting stories through the homepage.”
MBC FM4U have revealed starting from July 7th, they will be releasing the self-composed and self-written songs of Jonghyun. Furthermore it was stated that Jonghyun has written a total of 7 songs and that they will be revealed succession over several weeks.
On December 18th, 2017, Jonghyun was found in his apartment unconscious after what evidence has pointed out was most likely a suicide attempt. He passed away while emergency services were transporting him to the hospital.
그래도 되지 않아?
종현 Lyrics
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Come with me 따따랏따
내 손 잡아 줘 come on, no
오늘 바지가 왠지 많이 짧지 않아?
그래도 밤엔 아직 조금 춥지 않아?
뭐 그게 싫다는 건 아니고
가리란 건 아니고
이 도로 위에 차도 하나 없잖아
우리 놀라고 다들 사라져 줬잖아
Yeah 오늘은 네 맘 숨기지 마
하고픈 대로 해, 그래도 되지 않아?
Umm girl, you're so fine (ah, come on)
Umm girl, you're so nice (you're so nice, one more time)
Umm girl, you're so fine (you're so fine, you're so fine)
Umm girl, you're so nice (you're so nice, baby)
눈 돌리지 마, 뭐가 어색한 건데?
손이 닿는 게 전부 다 네 건데
뭘 망설이는지 꽉 안아도 아쉬울 이 시간에
가네 가네 뭐든 간에
우리 눈치 살피느라 보낸 시간이
아까워 난 슬슬 입 맞출게
그래도 되지 않아?
Umm girl, you're so fine (yeah, come on, you're so fine, ooh!)
Umm girl, you're so nice (so into you 눈치 볼지 말지 마)
Umm girl, you're so fine (hey, come on, come on, come on, come on)
Umm girl, you're so nice
좀 바보 같대도 어쩔 수 없는 걸 알잖아
콧노래가 나와 뚜루뚜뚜 따랏따따
이제 말해줘, 다 알면서 눈 둥글게 뜨지 마
Baby 정확하게 말을 해줘요
Hey, woh, woh, woh, woh, woh, woh, woh, woh, woh, yeah
가네 가네 이 시간에
우리 눈치 살피느라 보낸 시간이
아까워, 난 아까워 난 baby (hoo!)
Umm girl, you're so fine (you're so fine, baby)
Umm girl, you're so nice (yeah, woh, ooh!)
Umm girl, you're so fine (come on baby, come on, come on baby)
Umm girl, you're so nice (I just, baby you)
You're so nice
You're so nice, baby
The song "그래도 되지 않아" is a playful and flirty track by 종현. In the first verse, the lyrics talk about the singer's desire to spend time with someone and hold their hand. They mention the weather and playfully ask if the person thinks their pants are too short or if it's still a bit chilly at night. The lyrics also express that they aren't bothered by these things, but their attention keeps being drawn to the person they're interested in. They encourage the other person to be themselves and do what they want, even if it's unconventional.
In the chorus, the lyrics compliment the girl, emphasizing that she is "so fine" and "so nice." It's an expression of attraction and admiration towards her. The repetition of these phrases adds to the playful and flirtatious tone of the song.
The second verse continues the playful tone. The lyrics ask the girl not to avert her eyes or feel awkward because everything around them belongs to her and they want to embrace the moment. The singer expresses that they want to make the most of their time together and not waste it, even if they might hesitate or be unsure about certain things. They reassure the girl that it's okay to let go and be in the moment.
In the bridge, the lyrics acknowledge that others might see them as foolish or silly, but they can't help it. There's a reference to a snout song, which adds to the playful and lighthearted nature of the lyrics. The singer asks the girl to tell them the truth, even if they already know, and not to play innocent. It's a plea for clear communication and understanding in their relationship.
The final chorus repeats the phrases "you're so fine" and "you're so nice" to emphasize their attraction to the girl. The lyrics express regret for any time wasted worrying about others' opinions and reaffirm their feelings for the girl. Overall, the song is a fun and flirtatious expression of affection and a desire for openness and sincerity in a relationship.
Line by Line Meaning
Umm yeah, come on, just do it, do it
Hey, don't hesitate and take action
Come with me 따따랏따
Follow my lead
내 손 잡아 줘 come on, no
Hold my hand, come on, let's go
오늘 바지가 왠지 많이 짧지 않아?
Are my pants too short today?
그래도 밤엔 아직 조금 춥지 않아?
But isn't it still a bit cold at night?
뭐 그게 싫다는 건 아니고
It's not that I dislike it
가리란 건 아니고
I'm not being picky
그냥 자꾸 눈이 가잖아
But my eyes keep wandering
이 도로 위에 차도 하나 없잖아
There isn't a single car on this road
우리 놀라고 다들 사라져 줬잖아
Everyone disappeared to surprise us
Yeah 오늘은 네 맘 숨기지 마
Yeah, don't hide your feelings today
하고픈 대로 해, 그래도 되지 않아?
Do what you want, even if it's not accepted
눈 돌리지 마, 뭐가 어색한 건데?
Don't turn away, what's awkward about it?
손이 닿는 게 전부 다 네 건데
Everything that my hand touches is yours
뭘 망설이는지 꽉 안아도 아쉬울 이 시간에
Don't hesitate, hold tight during this regretful moment
가네 가네 뭐든 간에
Whatever happens
우리 눈치 살피느라 보낸 시간이
The time we spent being cautious
아까워 난 슬슬 입 맞출게
I'm getting tired of waiting, I'll kiss you
그래도 되지 않아?
Is that okay?
좀 바보 같대도 어쩔 수 없는 걸 알잖아
I know I might seem foolish, but it can't be helped
콧노래가 나와 뚜루뚜뚜 따랏따따
I hum a tune, doo doo doo dah dah
이제 말해줘, 다 알면서 눈 둥글게 뜨지 마
Now tell me, don't act surprised when you already know
Baby 정확하게 말을 해줘요
Baby, speak clearly to me
가네 가네 이 시간에
Whatever happens during this time
우리 눈치 살피느라 보낸 시간이
The time we spent being cautious
아까워, 난 아까워 난 baby
I regret it, I regret it, baby
Umm girl, you're so fine
Umm girl, you're amazing
Umm girl, you're so nice
Umm girl, you're lovely
Umm girl, you're so fine
Umm girl, you're incredible
Umm girl, you're so nice
Umm girl, you're beautiful
You're so nice
You're wonderful
You're so nice, baby
You're lovely, baby
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Jong Hyun Kim, Sojin, Tae Su Jeong
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