Kim JunSu who is known as Xiah Junsu was the first member to be part of the band. He is also a music writer and composer, singer and an occasional actor.
Kim Jaejoong, also known as Hero is also a singer-songwriter, composer and occasional actor.
Jung Yunho known to fans as U-Know is the groups leader, he is a singer, occasional actor, rapper
Park Yoochung known to TVXQ fans as Mickey is also known to be a composer, singer, songwriter and occasional actor.
And finally, the youngest of the band is Shim Chang Min is known to fans as Max Changmin and he is known for singing with the band, modeling and acting.
Following their first appearance in December 2003 alongside BoA and Britney Spears, Dong Bang Shin Ki released their first album 'TRI-ANGLE' in 2004 and managed the #1 spot on Korean music charts just 3 months later. On September 12, 2005, DBSK released their sophomore album 'Rising Sun'. The album's popularity quickly spread past Korea to Japan, China, Taiwan, Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand and further overseas.
After releasing their '1st Live Concert Album : Rising Sun' early in the summer of 2006, the band moved to Japan, successfully releasing their first Japanese album, which consisted their older Japanese singles and several new songs.
In late August 2006, Dong Bang Shin Ki returned to Korea with the release of their third album 'O'-正.反.合 (O. Jung. Ban. Hap.) featuring the band with a more mature image. Within its first month, the album reached the 100,000 sales mark.To this day they sold 395,105 copies of this album. On March 14, 2007, they released their second Japanese album, "Five in the Black". Currently they've released 23 Japanese singles. Their 4th single "Ashita wa Kuru Kara" was featured as the 17th ending of the anime ONE PIECE.On January 23, 2008, they released their third japanese album "T". On July 22, 2008,TVXQ became the first non-Japanese artist to have three number ones on the weekly Oricon singles chart, when their single " Why Did I Fall In Love With You? " attained number one.They are one of the few Korean bands to secure over 390,000 attendees at concerts.
Dong Bang Shin Ki has also appeared in commercials, dramas, talk shows and radio shows. In 2005, the band released their own set of banjun dramas starring the band members themselves, which were widely accepted by their fanbase, Cassiopeia. Their own TV DRAMA, Vacation, was presented on a movie screen in Korea and they have already finished shooting the sequel, Dating on Earth. Recently the entire band has appeared on X-MAN, Yashimanman and several radio shows.
Despite a recent incident in which an anti-fan delivered a threatening letter and a drink laced with cyanoacrylate to band leader, U-Know Yunho, and Youngwoong Jaejoong's knee injury requiring surgery in 2005, Dong Bang Shin Ki remains determined at what they do. Each member has their own distinct style, personality and voice, and they manage to work together to create a sound and an image appreciated by fans worldwide.
On September 21, 2008, TVXQ performed a showcase event entitled TVXQ’s "Giving Young Adults Hopes and Dreams-Fall Mini Concert" for the release of their fourth studio album. It was located in front of City Hall, Seoul Plaza. This was TVXQ's first public performance for their fourth album; they performed the title song, "주문 (Mirotic)".
The group's 4th Korean album entitled "MIROTIC" was released on September 26th, 2008; it was originally scheduled for release on September 24th, but was delayed due to the pre-order amount of 330,000 albums."MIROTIC" is currently the best selling album of 2008 in Korea.
The Japanese version of the title song, entitled "呪文 －MIROTIC－", was released on October 15th and became the group's fifth single to reach the number one position on the Oricon Daily charts. It also became the group's fourth Japanese single to reach number one on Oricon's weekly chart, breaking their own record and making them the only artist to have four singles top the chart in one year. They have beaten other top Japanese bands such as SMAP, Arashi, and NewS, who have only had 3 releases this year.
The group has also done a cover of the popular One Piece intro "We Are" by Hiroshi Kitadani.
TVXQ was invited to the prestigious Japanese Kohaku Music Festival on 31st December 2008. It is a highly regarded honor for any artist and a feat achieved only by the most successful musicians of the year. TVXQ also became the first Korean band to be invited to this festival.
TVXQ released their 25th Japanese single "Bolero" on January 21st. "Bolero" will be a theme song for the Japanese movie, "Subaru". TVXQ will also make their debut on screen on "Subaru". The members of TVXQ will appear in one scene in which Meisa Kuroki’s character visits a bar. They are said to have no speaking lines, but will perform on a stage during the scene.
Whatever They Say
DBSK Lyrics
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Girl, don't listen to what they say, They can't stand to see Together. Come on Listen
Baby girl, Geu Meon Nah Ui Haeng Un Ee Jyo Geu Mahn Eun Sah Rahm Jung Nahl Gah Jahng Dahl Eun Geu Nyeo Reul
(Xiah)
Hah Ji Mahn Sah Rahm Deul Eun U Ri Ggeut Nah Gi Mahn Eul Bah Rah Jyo
Oh Ee Ge Ju Eo Jin Hyeon Shil Ee Rah Myeon Un Myeong Ddah Win Mit Ji Mahl Ah Yo
Nae Gah Mahl Hahn Mo Deun Jin Ship Deul Geu Dae Mahn Mit Eo Ju Gil Bah Rahl Ppun Ee Jyo
Whatever they say, i don't care Neol Sah Rahng Hah Neun Geol Yo
(Hero)
Geu Dae Reul Eel Eul Su Eob Seo Him Deul Ge Hah Ne Yo
(Uno)
Baby Mu Seun Mahl Eul Hae Ya Hahl Ji Mol Rah Yo Dah Mahn Geu Dael Win Hahn Mahm Eun Byeon Hahm Ee Eob Ne Yo
(Micky)
Ee Reo Ge Sah Rahm Deul Eun Se Sahng Gwa Dah Hyeo Hah Gil Bah Rah Jyo
(Hero)
Geu Ge Geu Dae Reul Eel Neun Gil Ee Rah Myeon Nahn Se Sahng Gwa Mah Se Get Seo Yo
**(All)
Whatever they say, don't listen girl U Ril Jil Du Hahl Ppun Ee Jyo
Seo Do Dah Reun Mo Seub E Gi E Ee Hae Hahl Su Eob Neun Ahn Dah Ggah Um Ppun Ee Jyo
Whatever they say, i don't care Neol Sah Rahng Hah Neun Geol Yo
(Xiah)
Geu Dae Reul Eel Eul Su Eob Seo Him Deul Ge Hah Ne Yo
(Max)
Geu Dael Wi Hae Myeo Beon Ee Nah No Hah Su Go Ship Eot Ji Mahn
Geu Dae Gah Bo Yeo Jun Sah Rahng Gwa Mi Deum Ee Nae Ge Yong Ki Reul Jweo Yo
Whatever they say, don't listen girl U Ril Jil Tu Hahl Ppun Ee Jyo
Nae Gah Mahl Hahn Mo Deun Jin Ship Deul Geu Dae Mahn Mit Eo Ju Gil Bah Rahl Ppun Ee Jyo
Whatever they say, i don't care Neol Sah Rahng Hah Neun Geol Yo
(Xiah)
Geu Dae Reul Eel Eul Su Eob Seo Oh no Don't leave
**(All)
Whatever they say, don't listen girl U Ril Jil Du Hahl Ppun Ee Jyo
Seo Do Dah Reun Mo Seub E Gi E Ee Hae Hahl Su Eob Neun Ahn Dah Ggah Um Ppun Ee Jyo
Whatever they say, i don't care Neol Sah Rahng Hah Neun Geol Yo
(Xiah)
Geu Dae Reul Eel Eul Su Eob Seo
(Micky)
Baby girl, Geu Daen Nah Ui Haeng Un Ee Jyo Oh
The lyrics of DBSK's song Whatever They Say is about standing up to the pressures of society and following your own heart. The song begins with Micky advising a girl not to listen to what others have to say about their relationship. He urges her to instead listen to her heart and follow her own path. Xiah then takes over, saying that people will always try to interfere with their relationship because it doesn't fit into a conventional mold. However, he believes that if they stay true to themselves, they will find their own destiny.
The chorus repeats the message of not listening to the opinions of others and staying true to oneself, even if it means going against the norm. Hero later admits that it can be difficult to ignore the judgments of society, but it's important to persevere through it all. Uno acknowledges that there may be insecurities and doubts within the relationship, but that's part of the journey. Finally, Max tells the girl that he would have regretted not pursuing their relationship and encourages her to stay with him despite any negativity from others.
Overall, the message of the song is to trust oneself and not let the opinions of others dictate one's decisions. It speaks to the struggles of societal pressure and encourages individuals to follow their hearts even if it means going against the norms of their community.
Line by Line Meaning
Girl, don't listen to what they say, They can't stand to see Together. Come on Listen
Don't pay attention to what others say about us, they are jealous of our relationship. Just listen to me.
Baby girl, Geu Meon Nah Ui Haeng Un Ee Jyo Geu Mahn Eun Sah Rahm Jung Nahl Gah Jahng Dahl Eun Geu Nyeo Reul
Baby girl, my happiness is with you. Those who talk behind our backs do not understand the depth of our feelings towards each other.
Hah Ji Mahn Sah Rahm Deul Eun U Ri Ggeut Nah Gi Mahn Eul Bah Rah Jyo Oh Ee Ge Ju Eo Jin Hyeon Shil Ee Rah Myeon Un Myeong Ddah Win Mit Ji Mahl Ah Yo
Many people keep talking about us until the end. But if you believe in fate, you will see that it was meant to be.
Whatever they say, don't listen girl U Ril Jil Tu Hahl Ppun Ee Jyo Nae Gah Mahl Hahn Mo Deun Jin Ship Deul Geu Dae Mahn Mit Eo Ju Gil Bah Rahl Ppun Ee Jyo
No matter what anyone says, don't believe them. Only I know the truth about our love and that's all that matters.
Whatever they say, i don't care Neol Sah Rahng Hah Neun Geol Yo
I don't care what they say about you or me, because our love is real and nothing can change that.
Geu Dae Reul Eel Eul Su Eob Seo Him Deul Ge Hah Ne Yo
I can't let go of him, because he means everything to me.
Baby Mu Seun Mahl Eul Hae Ya Hahl Ji Mol Rah Yo Dah Mahn Geu Dael Win Hahn Mahm Eun Byeon Hahm Ee Eob Ne Yo
I don't know what the future holds, but I want to make you happy. My love for you will never change.
Ee Reo Ge Sah Rahm Deul Eun Se Sahng Gwa Dah Hyeo Hah Gil Bah Rah Jyo
People who gossip and spread rumors will eventually reveal their true colors. Don't pay attention to them.
Geu Ge Geu Dae Reul Eel Neun Gil Ee Rah Myeon Nahn Se Sahng Gwa Mah Se Get Seo Yo
I'll keep loving him no matter what anyone says, even if it means going against society's standards.
Seo Do Dah Reun Mo Seub E Gi E Ee Hae Hahl Su Eob Neun Ahn Dah Ggah Um Ppun Ee Jyo
Even though the details may differ, the underlying message remains the same - ignore the haters and trust in love.
Geu Dael Wi Hae Myeo Beon Ee Nah No Hah Su Go Ship Eot Ji Mahn Geu Dae Gah Bo Yeo Jun Sah Rahng Gwa Mi Deum Ee Nae Ge Yong Ki Reul Jweo Yo
I wanted to apologize to him a thousand times, but he showed me forgiveness and kindness. He gave me the courage to move on.
Geu Dae Reul Eel Eul Su Eob Seo Oh no Don't leave
I can't let go of him, please don't leave me.
Xiah) Geu Dae Reul Eel Eul Su Eob Seo (Micky) Baby girl, Geu Daen Nah Ui Haeng Un Ee Jyo Oh
I can't let go of him, and my happiness is with you, baby girl.
Contributed by Lily G. Suggest a correction in the comments below.