Chaerin was born in Seoul, South Korea. In her childhood, she traveled frequently with her family, because of her father's occupation. She spent much of her youth in Japan, France and USA. When she came back to Korea, she barely knew any Korean, but said in an interview shown on 2NE1 TV that she is now most comfortable speaking Korean. CL was raised as a Roman Catholic. CL became a YG Trainee in late 2006, contributing to various Big Bang albums, officially part of the YG family in late 2007, and debuted (with 2NE1) in 2009. She is fluent in Korean and English.
During her time with 2NE1, CL released her first solo track The Baddest Female on May 28 as a digital-only single. The single was announced as Bad Girl on May 23 but changed due to the similarly titled single Bad Girls releasing by 이효리. Her second solo track MTBD (an acronym for MenTal BreakDown) was released in 2014, which was released physically on the Korean version of 2NE1's Crush. Originally the song incorporated chanted verses of the Quran, but due to accusations of blasphemy these have been removed. In 2016, the song was used in the fifth episode of the TV show Lucifer.
In 2014, it was announced CL planned on solo debuting in the USA, teaming up with Scooter Braun as her manager. In May 2015, CL featured on the song Doctor Pepper by the American producer Diplo. I November 2015, CL released her third solo track Hello Bitches, and the same month featured on PSY's song Daddy. Then in August 2016, CL released the single Lifted which incorporated samples from Wu-Tang Clan's Method Man. In October 2016, CL kicked of her first North American tour.
In 2017, CL featured on Lil Yachty's track Surrender alongside Shaiana, which was released as a bonus track of the Deluxe Edition of the album Teenage Emotions. In 2017, CL also recorded the song No Better Feelin for the soundtrack of My Little Pony: The Movie. In 2018, CL made her Hollywood debut with her role in the movie Mile 22. In February 2018, CL performed in the Winter Olympics closing ceremony at Pyeongchang Olympic Stadium performing The Baddest Female and 2NE1's hit-song I Am The Best. Later in 2018, CL collaborated with Black Eyed Peas' track Dopeness.
On November 8, 2019, YG announced that CL had not renewed her contract with YG entertainment. On December 4, CL began releasing tracks for her digital solo EP In The Name Of Love. In September 12, 2020, CL announced that she had been working on a solo album that would be released later that year. On October 29 she released two singles: +HWA+ and +5 STAR+ while announcing that her earlier mentioned album was named Alpha and would release November 30, 2020. However, on November 16 it was announced the album would be delayed until early 2021.
On February 26, 2021, CL released the single Wish You Where Here, which coincided with her 30th birthday. The song was released as a tribute to her mother, Hong Yoo-ra, who had died a month prior due to a heart attack. On July 10, 2021, CL signed a domestic management contract with Konnect Entertainment in order to manage her activities in Korea. On August 9, CL released a teaser for her album Alpha stating "coming soon", and on August 12, it was announced that the first pre-release single Spicy would release on August 24, with a second pre-release tracking coming in September and the album releasing in October.
She has also featured in "The Leaders (feat. Teddy, CL)" by G-Dragon as well as "Kiss (feat. CL)" for fellow member Sandara; she also has a joint single with Minzy titled "Please Don't Go".
+THNX190519+
CL Lyrics
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걱정이 돼도 내게 아무 말 해 줄 수 없었던
너의 마음을 나는 너무 잘 알아
미소 없이 지친 널 웃게 만들던
나의 모습이 그리워
아무 말 없이 지내는 네 맘을 열었던
우리의 대화가 생각나
따뜻하던 너의 사랑
달콤하던 너의 입술
편안하던 너의 품이
이제는 아름다운 추억이 되어
돌아갈 수가 없기에
되돌릴 수가 없기에
더 소중한 것 같아
Oh oh 더 소중한 것 같아 oh oh
멀리서 나를 쳐다보는 네가 느껴져
나를 보는 너의 눈빛은
아직도 너무나도 따뜻해 (ooh ah)
네가 보고 싶지만 돌아보지 않을게
나와는 또 다른 사랑이 널 기다려
뒤돌아보지 말고 가 (ooh ah)
날 혼자 두고 떠나간 네가 너무 밉지만
따뜻하던 너의 사랑
달콤하던 너의 입술
편안하던 너의 품이
이제는 아름다운 추억이 되어
돌아갈 수가 없기에
되돌릴 수가 없기에
더 소중한 것 같아
누구나 영원한 사랑을 꿈꾸고
누구나 한 번쯤 겪는 게 이별인데
그게 너라서 감사해 영원히
간직할게 영원히
In CL's song "+THNX190519+", the lyrics describe the feeling of longing for someone who has left, possibly due to a breakup. It's clear that the singer still cares about the person, worrying about how they are doing after leaving, and remembering how they used to make them smile. The lyrics express both the hurt and bitterness of being left behind alongside the memory of the beautiful moments shared, making it a bittersweet reflection on lost love. Even though the singer admits to feeling anger and bitterness towards their former partner, they also express gratitude for the beautiful memories they created together and for the experience of loving deeply.
The song's message is not to forget the past but instead to learn and move on from it. The lyrics suggest that "everyone dreams of eternal love" and "everyone experiences separation at least once," acknowledging that heartbreak is a universal experience. But rather than dwelling on the sadness of it all, it's better to cherish the beautiful memories and keep them close forever. The song is a poignant reflection on the complexities of love and relationships and the immense pain that can come with losing someone you care deeply for.
Line by Line Meaning
네가 날 떠난 후로 힘들어할까 봐
I'm worried that you will struggle after leaving me
걱정이 돼도 내게 아무 말 해 줄 수 없었던
Even though I was concerned, you couldn't say anything to me
너의 마음을 나는 너무 잘 알아
I know your heart so well
미소 없이 지친 널 웃게 만들던
I made you smile when you were tired and without a smile
나의 모습이 그리워
I miss the way I used to be
아무 말 없이 지내는 네 맘을 열었던
I opened your heart that was silent and closed-off
우리의 대화가 생각나
I think about our conversations
날 혼자 두고 떠나간 네가 너무 밉지만
Although I hate that you left me alone
따뜻하던 너의 사랑
Your warm love
달콤하던 너의 입술
Your sweet lips
편안하던 너의 품이
Your comfortable embrace
이제는 아름다운 추억이 되어 돌아갈 수가 없기에
Now they have become beautiful memories that we cannot go back to
되돌릴 수가 없기에 더 소중한 것 같아
They seem even more precious because we cannot turn back time
멀리서 나를 쳐다보는 네가 느껴져
I can feel you looking at me from far away
나를 보는 너의 눈빛은 아직도 너무나도 따뜻해 (ooh ah)
The gaze of your eyes that look at me is still so warm
네가 보고 싶지만 돌아보지 않을게
I miss you, but I won't turn back
나와는 또 다른 사랑이 널 기다려
A different love is waiting for you and me
누구나 영원한 사랑을 꿈꾸고
Everyone dreams of eternal love
누구나 한 번쯤 겪는 게 이별인데
Everyone experiences separation at least once
그게 너라서 감사해 영원히
I am thankful that it was you, forever
간직할게 영원히
I will cherish it forever
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Chae Rin Lee
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@lavendaire
stanning CL 🙌🏻🙌🏻
@LL-gr6bh
how don't :')
@reginepineda3816
You're a GZBz too unnie! I always watch your videos❤️🍒
@d.o.2115
Omg yessss TASTE
@dearMell
Aaaahhhhhh Lavendaire stanning CL! Fave YTber and FV Korean artist! AAAGGHHH
@kookiekxk9817
One of my favourite things about CL is that the comment section is actually filled with meaningful comments, rather than most of the other kpop mvs you'll find where ppl only talk about streaming and how many views the mv has gotten.
It just shows that CL's contributions attract the right kind of people and have a purpose for being put out there, rather than just being another comeback to make profit and add to the noise
@christylouis2611
I think it also has to do with the generation. Half of us are pretty grown up now from the time that we've been following 2NE1. I started listening to 2NE1 when I was 15 and now I'm 23. Our maturity level is a bit higher. A lot of the new wave kpoppers are youngins compared to us CL fans.
@angeliescobido2037
@@christylouis2611 Yes. I was 15 too when I became a Blackjack and a GZB and that was the time they debuted. I'm now 25. I've seen how Blackjacks and GZB grew up too just like with our girls together. I've witnessed how our team grew up together and matured well. And I'm so proud of us and I know CL is proud of us too. Let's just stay out of the toxicity of today's new generation of fandoms. This is how we do it and show it to all the people at the back.
@nd9014
I really hate that today's kpop fans made it all about streams and views
@ishaali3459
@@nd9014 I'm part of today's kpop fans and I hate it too, scrolling through comments like these are refreshing to me