Crucial Star segued into the hip-hop music scene at the age of 17, performed in a group titled “Libra Twins“, and eventually tried out (and won) to become the first open-audition musician to land a deal with the Korean hip-hop label, Soul Company.
Since then, he’s worked on material for other label mates, as well as releasing two digital singles of his own: “Crucial Star vs Mad Clown” (in collaboration with Mad Clown of the same label) and “Catch Me If You Can“.
Crucial Star structures his raps around stomping beats and has a delivery very similar to that of Kid Cudi, Drake, and a handful of other American rappers. In fact, Crucial Star has mentioned that he’s strongly influenced by their musicality and vocal arrangements.
Discography
Singles
Mad Clown VS Crucial Star, January 29, 2010 (digital single with Mad Clown)
Catch Me If U Can, October 11, 2010 (digital single)
New Generation, January 18, 2011
Chocoholic - Rebirth, February 11, 2011 (digital single)
Champagne, September 16, 2011
EPs
A Star Goes Up, January 27, 2011
midnight
Crucial Star Lyrics
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You know it
날 잊었다고 해도
It's alright it's alright
My love for this shit it's so true
You know it
난 돌아와 반드시
It's alright it's alright yeah
I just do it for my dream 나의 야망
나의 머릿속엔 고민들이 많아
잠에 들 수가 없는 매일 밤
I stay on my girnd 다시 책상 앞에 앉아
그려보는 청사진
새벽 공기와 음악은 날 가만두지 않지
동이 틀 때까지
내가 해야 될 일을 해 미약하지만 아직
난 내가 성공할 거라고 믿지
부정적인 생각 따위는 씹지
아직 난 젊고 on the road to riches
또 흐르고 있어 아버지의 피
커져 버린 나에 대한 기대치
또한 음악가로서의 자존심
전부 다 지켜낼 거야 난 믿지
난 믿지 난 믿지 난 믿지 yeah
내 자신과의 싸움
At midnight
It's gonna be alright
It's alright it's alright
여전히 믿어 날
At midnight
It's gonna be alright
It's alright it's alright
I just do it for my dream 나의 야망
나의 머릿속엔 고민들이 많아
잠에 들 수가 없는 매일 밤
I stay on my grind 다시 책상 앞에 앉아
바라보는 옛 사진
꿈꾸는 소년에서부터 난 여기까지 왔지
뭔가를 이루면 더 허기진
내 삶의 가치에 대한 끝 없는 질문
하지만 알지 we livin' in the moment
난 멈출 수가 없어 아침 해를 또 보네
억지로 눈을 감고 양을 세기보다는
머릿속의 말풍선 같은 양을 계속 모네
난 지금 이곳이 지옥이라 여기며 살아
어차피 모든 행복 끝엔 죽음만이 남아
난 뭔갈 이뤄내야 해 그냥은 가지 않아
획을 그어버릴 테지 when my album drop
I'm back
내 자신과의 싸움
At midnight
It's gonna be alright
It's alright it's alright
여전히 믿어 날
At midnight
It's gonna be alright
It's alright it's alright
In Crucial Star's song "Midnight," the lyrics depict the artist's determination and persistence in pursuing his dreams in music despite the many challenges he faces. The artist acknowledges that without his own hard work and the support of others, he would not be where he is today. He shares that despite nights of insomnia and constant stress, he remains committed to his passions, and his faith keeps him going.
The artist describes how he spends his nights working on his craft at his desk, despite his tiredness, and how the early hours of the morning bring a sense of clarity and productivity. However, he also shares some of the difficulties he faces. He struggles with self-doubt and often questions his self-worth and the value of his achievements. Nonetheless, he remains determined to push through and be successful.
Overall, the song's lyrics emphasize the importance of perseverance, pursuing one's dreams, and never giving up, even in the face of adversity. The artist acknowledges that the journey can be tough, but it's essential to stay committed to one's passions in the long run.
Line by Line Meaning
I'd never be here without you
I owe my current position and success to you, and I couldn't have done it without your support.
You know it
You are fully aware of the impact you have had on my life and career.
날 잊었다고 해도
Even if you were to forget me,
It's alright it's alright
It wouldn't be a problem, everything would still be okay.
My love for this shit it's so true
My passion for this career is genuine.
You know it
You fully understand and recognize my love for this career.
난 돌아와 반드시
I will return without fail.
It's alright it's alright yeah
It will be okay, everything will work out.
I just do it for my dream 나의 야망
I am chasing my dream, and everything I do is towards fulfilling that dream.
나의 머릿속엔 고민들이 많아
I constantly have many worries in my head.
잠에 들 수가 없는 매일 밤
Every night I am unable to sleep,
I stay on my girnd 다시 책상 앞에 앉아
I continue to work and stay committed, always returning to my desk.
그려보는 청사진
I keep envisioning my future goals.
새벽 공기와 음악은 날 가만두지 않지
The dawn air and music keep me from being still.
동이 틀 때까지
Until the break of dawn,
내가 해야 될 일을 해 미약하지만 아직
I do what needs to be done, even if it is little, but I know I will succeed.
난 내가 성공할 거라고 믿지
I believe that I will succeed.
부정적인 생각 따위는 씹지
I don't let negative thoughts get in my way.
아직 난 젊고 on the road to riches
I am still young and on the path to success.
또 흐르고 있어 아버지의 피
My father's blood runs through my veins,
커져 버린 나에 대한 기대치
Expectations for me have risen,
또한 음악가로서의 자존심
As a musician, my pride is at stake.
전부 다 지켜낼 거야 난 믿지
But I have faith that I will fulfill them all.
난 믿지 난 믿지 난 믿지 yeah
I believe, I believe, I believe.
내 자신과의 싸움
The battle with myself,
At midnight
At midnight,
It's gonna be alright
Everything will be okay.
It's alright it's alright
Everything is okay.
여전히 믿어 날
You still believe in me.
I just do it for my dream 나의 야망
I am chasing my dream, and everything I do is towards fulfilling that dream.
바라보는 옛 사진
Looking at old photos,
꿈꾸는 소년에서부터 난 여기까지 왔지
I have come this far, from a boy with dreams.
뭔가를 이루면 더 허기진
When I accomplish something, I become even more hungry.
내 삶의 가치에 대한 끝 없는 질문
I have a never-ending question about the worth of my life.
하지만 알지 we livin' in the moment
But I know, we are living in the moment.
난 멈출 수가 없어 아침 해를 또 보네
I cannot stop, I keep watching the morning sun rise.
억지로 눈을 감고 양을 세기보다는
Instead of forcefully closing my eyes and counting sheep,
머릿속의 말풍선 같은 양을 계속 모네
I continue to count thoughts like speech bubbles in my head.
난 지금 이곳이 지옥이라 여기며 살아
I believe that I am living in hell right now.
어차피 모든 행복 끝엔 죽음만이 남아
Anyway, all happiness ends in death.
난 뭔갈 이뤄내야 해 그냥은 가지 않아
I have to achieve something, I won't just settle.
획을 그어버릴 테지 when my album drop
When my album drops, I am going to draw a line through it all and celebrate my success.
I'm back
I am back.
Contributed by Bailey P. Suggest a correction in the comments below.