Taeyang's first appearance in the entertainment industry was in the hip-hop group Jinusean's music video "A-yo". the collaboration eventually lead him to successfully auditioning into the group's record label YG Entertainment, where he became one of the rappers alongside fellow trainee G-Dragon. The two were later coined as GDYB. In 2003, Dong provided the rap verse in singer Wheesung’s single "Player" on the latter's second album.
Although Taeyang was scheduled to debut alongside G-Dragon as the duo GDYB, the plan was scrapped by their record label. Instead, they were joined by four other trainees (T.O.P, Daesung, Seungri, and So-1) to form the group Big Bang. Before their official debut, however, Sol-1 was dropped and their final lineup consisted of five members. Choosing the stage-name Taeyang (Korean: 태양, meaning sun), Dong abandoned the idea of rapping to focus on singing. The group's formation was documented on television. Although their debut was fairly successful, the group reached mainstream success with the release of their mini-album Always, which yielded the number-one song "Lies" followed by "Last Farewell" from the mini-album Hot Issue and "Day by Day" from Stand Up, both chart-toppers.
After contributions to singer Lexy's album, Taeyang was scheduled to release a solo album. Initially scheduled for a September release, the project was pushed back due to conflicting schedules with his group. Taeyang released his debut mini-album Hot on May 22, 2008, backed by a production team that included Teddy, Yang Hyun Suk, Kush, and his fellow member G-Dragon. Moving beyond the hip-hop genre of Big Bang, Taeyang incorporated mainly R&B songs into his album, stating that it was his "main focus". He expressed disappointment with the album, however, admitting that he did not write any of the songs; he later stated that he would do so in the future to express his "thoughts and ideas."
Taeyang's first mini-album Hot was well received by fans and critics alike, winning two trophies from The 7th Korean Music Awards for the 2008 Best R&B/Soul Song (나만 바라봐, "Only Look At Me") and the 2008 Best R&B/Soul Album (Hot).(Korean) He is the first "Idol group" or boyband member to receive such awards. The first single released was "Only Look At Me" (Korean: 나만 바라봐), an R&B song written by Teddy and Kush. Taeyang stated that the lyrics come from the perspective of a man who is "selfish" for wanting his girlfriend to be with him only, regardless of how he treats her. G-Dragon later recorded a "Part Two" version to the song. The second single was "Prayer (Korean: 기도)" which featured Teddy of 1TYM. Promotional videos were shot for both. In support of his album, he also staged his first solo concert, Hot.
Throughout the majority of 2009, Taeyang contributed to his group's activities, recording the song "Lollipop" with his group and labelmate 2NE1. He later flew to Japan to promote the group's Japanese albums. After activities ended, he went back to the studio to record and release his first digital single "Where U At", followed by another digital single, "Wedding Dress". Taeyang took his first attempt at composing by co-writing both songs with Teddy. Promotional videos were filmed for both "Where U At" and "Wedding Dress." "Wedding Dress" was voted #3 on an online poll for a Dutch radio station.
Taeyang's first full-length album Solar was released on July 1, 2010. Two versions of this album - the “Regular Edition” and the “Deluxe Edition” - was released. The regular edition contained 11 songs, while the deluxe edition, limited to 30,000 copies worldwide, had 13 songs, including “Only Look At Me” and “Prayer" from the previous album Hot. On the first day of sales for the limited Deluxe Edition of Solar, the 30,000 copies released by YG entertainment were sold out in online and offline stores.
On July 7, 2010, Taeyang released his solo album Solar on the iTunes for the first time in his music career. On July 9, 2010, Solar hit second place on iTunes' Top R&B-Soul albums chart in the United States and first place in Canada, making him the first Asian musician in history to attain such an achievement. The lead-single was "I Need A Girl" featuring his bandmate G-Dragon. His labelmate Sandara Park of 2NE1 starred in the music video for "I Need A Girl." The second single, "I'll Be There" and its music video were premiered on August 19, 2010 through Taeyang's official Youtube channel.
Taeyang's first international album, Solar International, breaks new ground as it will be the first ever K-Pop music release to be sold worldwide on iTunes as both an audio and video album. The audio version (complete with a digital booklet) hit iTunes stores on August 25, 2010 while the video version (bundled with bonus, behind the scenes documentaries) will arrive by September 10, 2010. The audio album combines both English and Korean hits from his past and present albums including "I'll Be There", "Connection (feat. BIG TONE), "Wedding Dress" and "I Need A Girl (feat. G-Dragon)." On August 26, 2010, Solar's International album made it to fifth place on iTunes' Top R&B-Soul albums chart in the United States, China and Japan, and third place in Canada.
아름다워
태양 Lyrics
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Your body's so beautiful
Your body's, body, body, so beautiful
Your body's so beautiful
Your body's so beautiful
Your body's, body, body, so beautiful
아름다워 (아름다워)
모두 (모두) 예뻐 (예뻐)
네 몸짓 손짓 눈빛 모든 게 눈부셔
I, I, I, I got that body
You got that body
Now you and me, let's make somebody
I got that body
You got that body
Now you and me, let's make somebody
She says, my 머리 어깨 무릎 발
It's, it's it's better than yours
매일 만나도 난 여전히 설레
새하얀 피부 결이 날 애타게 해
그 어떤 누가 봐도 넌 sexy lady
내 꺼라는 게 믿겨지지 않아
난 오늘도 널 감상해
이렇게 매일 밤 날 미치게 해
더 무슨 말이 필요해
너 하나면 충분해
Now you got me singin'
Never seen a girl like you
You make me go
Oh woo, oh woo
'Cause I ain't never seen a body like yours
You make me go
Oh woo I, I, I, I got that body
You got that body
Now you and me, let's make somebody
I got that body
You got that body
Now you and me, let's make somebody
She says, my 머리 어깨 무릎 발
It's, it's it's better than yours
자꾸 쳐다봐도 아직도 놀래
너의 그 완벽함이 날 춤추게 해
성격을 닮은듯한 도도한 몸매
널 보면 내 body 는 uh uh uh uh
쭉뻗은 너의 긴다리와
잘록하게 예쁜 허리선
향기로운 갈색 머릿결
나를 살아 숨쉬게 해
Your body's so beautiful
Your body's so beautiful
Your body's, body, body, b-body so beautiful
Your body's so beautiful
Your body's, body, body, b-body so beautiful
I, I, I, I got that body
You got that body
Now you and me, let's make somebody
I got that body
You got that body
Now you and me, let's make somebody
아름다워 (아름다워)
Now you and me, let's make somebody
모두 (모두) 예뻐 (예뻐)
Now you and me, let's make somebody
The lyrics to 태양's song "아름다워" ("Beautiful") celebrate the beauty and allure of a person's body. The repetition of the line "Your body's so beautiful" emphasizes the admiration and fascination the singer has for the person they are addressing. They describe various body parts, from the waist to the fingertips, as alluring and beautiful. The singer expresses their excitement and desire to be with this person, suggesting that together they can create something magical. The lyrics also highlight the self-confidence and sexiness of the person being praised.
The chorus, which includes the line "She says, my head, shoulders, knees, feet, it's better than yours," indicates that the person being sung about is aware of their own attractiveness and takes pride in it. The song creates a playful and seductive atmosphere, with the lyrics describing the effect this person has on the singer, making them go crazy and dance with joy. The singer finds every aspect of this person's body appealing, from their long legs and beautiful waistline to their fragrant brown hair. Overall, the lyrics of "아름다워" celebrate physical beauty and highlight the power and allure it holds.
Line by Line Meaning
Your body's so beautiful
Your physical appearance is incredibly attractive and pleasing to the eyes
아름다워 (아름다워)
You are beautiful, absolutely stunning
네 가슴 허리 엉덩이 발끝까지
From your chest, waist, hips to your toes
모두 (모두) 예뻐 (예뻐)
Everything, everything about you is beautiful and charming
네 몸짓 손짓 눈빛 모든 게 눈부셔
Your gestures, expressions, and eye contact are all dazzling and captivating
I, I, I, I got that body
I possess a desirable physical form
You got that body
You also possess an incredible physique
Now you and me, let's make somebody
Let's create a new person together, symbolizing the possibility of a romantic relationship or a deep connection
She says, my 머리 어깨 무릎 발
She claims that my hair, shoulders, knees, and feet
It's, it's it's better than yours
Are superior and superior to yours
매일 만나도 난 여전히 설레
Even though I see you every day, I still get excited
새하얀 피부 결이 날 애타게 해
The pure white complexion of your skin fascinates and attracts me
그 어떤 누가 봐도 넌 sexy lady
To anyone who looks at you, you are undoubtedly a sexy lady
내 꺼라는 게 믿겨지지 않아
I can't believe that you are mine
난 오늘도 널 감상해
I am still admiring you today
이렇게 매일 밤 날 미치게 해
Every night, you drive me crazy like this
더 무슨 말이 필요해
There is no need for more words
너 하나면 충분해
Just you alone is enough for me
Now you got me singin'
Now you have me singing
Never seen a girl like you
I have never encountered a girl like you before
You make me go
You make me feel excited and thrilled
Oh woo, oh woo
Expressing the excitement and enthusiasm caused by the person
'Cause I ain't never seen a body like yours
Because I have never seen a physique like yours
Oh woo I, I, I, I got that body
I also possess an attractive body
Now you and me, let's make somebody
Let's create a new person together
자꾸 쳐다봐도 아직도 놀래
Even though I keep staring, I am still amazed
너의 그 완벽함이 날 춤추게 해
Your perfection makes me dance happily
성격을 닮은듯한 도도한 몸매
Your arrogant physique resembles your personality
널 보면 내 body 는 uh uh uh uh
When I see you, my body goes uh uh uh uh
쭉뻗은 너의 긴다리와
Your long, stretching legs
잘록하게 예쁜 허리선
Your beautifully well-defined waistline
향기로운 갈색 머릿결
Your fragrant brown hair
나를 살아 숨쉬게 해
They make me feel alive and take my breath away
Now you and me, let's make somebody
Let's create a new person together
아름다워 (아름다워)
You are beautiful, absolutely stunning
Now you and me, let's make somebody
Let's create a new person together
모두 (모두) 예뻐 (예뻐)
Everything, everything about you is beautiful and charming
Now you and me, let's make somebody
Let's create a new person together
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Hong Jun Park, Daniel Park, Sol, Pil Kang Choi
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