Its members are:
* Lee Hyori (이효리; 李孝利)
* Oak Joo Hyun (옥주현; 玉珠鉉)
* Lee Jin (이진; 李真)
* Sung Yu Ri (성유리; 成宥利)
Fin.K.L won numerous music awards until its unofficial end in 2002, when all of the members pursued solo careers in different areas. Although they regrouped for a digital single in 2005, the group has since unofficially disbanded again, as each member had left their record company DSPent signing with different companies. There has been no official word on the group's status.
The first member to be discovered for Fin.K.L was its lead singer, Ock Ju-Hyun. She was discovered through a radio singing contest, which she won by singing Mariah Carey's Hero. Ock told her friend Lee Jin about this group and encouraged her to join; she was selected after singing Eco's 행복한 나를 for her audition. The next member to be selected was Sung Yuri, who was discovered while on a school field trip. As for the fourth member, Annie Lee (now of Tashannie) was accepted, but decided to depart after a few months. Hyori was brought in instead, who was found while in a mall taking sticker pictures with friends.
Fin.K.L debuted in 1998 with its first album Blue Rain. Although the trend of late 90's K-pop was to have groups sing cute, catchy music, Fin.K.L's initial strength was in strong R&B ballads lead by Ock Ju-Hyun's powerful vocals; this was shown by their first single, the title song from the album. Fin.K.L's next hit "내 남자친구에게 (To My Boyfriend)" appealed to a broader fan base, as this song was just as catchy as other pop songs of that time. (Yuki Hsu, a Taiwanese singer, sang a remake version of "To My Boyfriend" not long after the song's success in Korea.) They capped off their first album activities with a third single 루비, which was a sad lament over a lost love, and giving that love up for the good of everyone involved. As most Korean groups only release a couple of singles, it was a rare event to see Fin.K.L promote a third single. What made Fin.K.L even more unique was the fact that they actually made a video for a fourth single (which was eventually just left as a video and not promoted)
Fin.K.L's success in the following year continued with their next album White.Fin.K.L appealed to the teenagers with pure and cute images, as both these songs were very upbeat and poppy. Two hit songs from this album were "영원한 사랑 (Forever Love)" and "자존심 (Pride)". However, ballads were mostly ignored, although the slow R&B song Waiting For You was performed occasionally. Also, Fin.K.L began limiting their music videos to one or two per album; a video was never made for "Waiting For You". Like their first, this album was very successful.
Fin.K.L was one of the many K-Pop artists to release a "decimalized" or "half" album (which usually signifies either a limited or special release, such as a cover album or a themed record). Their first, their 2.5, was released in the winter of 1999, and their two most famous songs from this album were "나의 왕자님께 (To My Prince), a strong ballad, and White, the latter being a joyful pop song about winter love. This S.P.E.C.I.A.L. album also contained a remake version of 인디언 인형처럼 (Like An Indian Doll), a popular song sung by 나미 in 1989. Interestingly, no music videos were made in support of the album's release.
Fin.K.L's third album emphasized the physical maturity of Fin.K.L members. Unlike the previous catchy tunes and cute outfits, Fin.K.L members were dressed in semi-formal attire for performances for the hit single Now (this album's title song). Feel Your Love, another hit single from this album, was with winter school uniforms that signified transformation from a girl to womanhood (Incidentally, rival group S.E.S. was also performing at the time wearing very similar outfits.) Only Now was properly promoted with a music video (which was very sophisticated and stylized, unlike their earlier videos which mainly relied on the physical appeal of the girls) and a busy performance schedule; the second single was relatively ignored. However, the album managed to perform admirably.
Fin.K.L released their second "half" album in 2001, a special concept album consisting of remakes of Korean hits from the 80's and 90's. Instead of targeting their main fanbase of teenage listeners, this album appealed to adults in their 20s and 30s by arousing nostalgia. Singles from this album include 이예린's 늘 지금처럼 (Come On Baby Tonight) (originally from 1996), and 혜은이's 당신은 모르실거야 (You Wouldn't Know) (from 1981). Like their third album, Memories & Melodies only had one music video promoting the album (the one for 당신은 모르실거야). However (like their last video), much effort went into this video, as it recreated scenes from four popular and classic movies, one for each of the girls. (It also didn't have much lipsynching, in order to add to the dramatic feel.)
Because of its release date, Fin.K.L created a "winter" theme for their performances and dressed in wintery outfits to promote the carol-like tunes in this album. To complete the theme, they often had fake snow falling during their White performances; however, this created a problem in that the snow was quite slippery, causing members and back-up dancers to slip and even occasionally fall. Due to the limited release of the album, though, Fin.K.L did not promote this album for very long, perhaps saving them from serious injury. However, both of these 1999 albums helped Fin.K.L win a 대상 (Daesang, the Korean equivalent of a Grammy) at the end of the year.
Their last album was released in the spring of 2002. The first single, 영원 (Forever), was a very depressing ballad about waiting forever for a lost love. This was accompanied by a very depressing video, which was similar to their last video in that there were four separate stories. However, these stories were tragic stories mainly about the loss of innocence: Yuri became a prostitute, Juhyun was a sick housewife, Jin became a moody artist who eventually killed herself, and Hyori was a boxer who lost a finger. This song became very popular, although it was not as heavily performed as their other lead singles. Their second single, Don't Go Away, was chosen by the fans via the group's website, because they felt that Fin.K.L did not have an upbeat single for a while. However, this single was performed for only a short time and was abruptly dropped, perhaps due to World Cup Fever.
Like their rivals S.E.S., they decided to go their separate ways, although not officially breaking up. Members Lee Hyori and Ock Ju Hyun have since released two solo albums each, while Lee Jin and Sung Yuri have acted in dramas and hosted various shows. At the end of 2005, they released a digital single titled Fine Killing Liberty that had 4 songs (including the title track) and a music video. However, due to lack of promotion, the single failed to make a dent in the charts. Instead of ignoring the single, though, they have since released a special Fin.K.L Forever set that had two DVDs (one with their music videos and the other with various performances) and a photobook that also had the Fine Killing Liberty single in CD form.
They continue to work and stay in the public eye. Sung Yuri has continued acting, starting with the drama 나쁜 여자들 (Bad Girls) and receiving positive attention for 천년지애(A Love for a Thousand Years). Sung Yuri also played the lead roles in the dramas Prince's First Love and Platoon. Her most recent drama series, One Fine day and Snow Queen, received high praises and awards for both performances in 2006. Lee Jin has also worked in television, hosting various shows and even joining a popular comedy show for a season. Both Sung Yuri and Lee Jin won "Best Actress" in their respective categories (drama and comedy) at the end-of-year awards in 2002. Ock Ju Hyun has recently become very popular due to her significant weight loss. Crediting it to hard exercise and yoga, she has now become a poster child for yoga in Korea, even launching her own yoga studio. Lee Hyori, though, has been the standout solo member, releasing one hit album which catapulted her to the top of the charts (and many advertising contracts). However, she encountered controversy on her second album's lead song Get Ya.
In the fall of 2006, all the members of Fin.K.L have left DSPent and have signed on with different companies. There is continued speculation on the status of the group, Fin.K.L has not officially broken up as a group.
Fin.K.L reunited and performed together on December 19, 2008 during a concert by Lee Hyori, but it is unlikely that they will reform and can be assumed they split once again after the concert in 2008.
Feel Your Love
Fin.K.L Lyrics
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Dancing till the morning light, now
Let the music free your mind
Two souls into one combined
We've been losing track of time, now
Feel your body close to mine
I just wanna feel your love
Make your body dance, dance
I just wanna feel your love
Make your body dance, dance
I just wanna feel your love
Make your body dance, dance
I just wanna feel your love
Make your body dance, dance
Always dreamed of somebody, just like you
Always dreamed of somebody, just like you
I'd stay here eternally
There's nowhere else I'd rather be, now
Deep inside your memories
Blinding love and I can't see
Guided by uncertainty, now
This right here is destiny
I just wanna feel your love
Make your body dance, dance
I just wanna feel your love
Make your body dance, dance
I just wanna feel your love
Make your body dance, dance
I just wanna feel your love
Make your body dance, dance
Always dreamed of somebody, just like you
Always dreamed of somebody, just like you
The lyrics of this song by Fin.K.L's, "Feel Your Love," explore the themes of addiction, substance abuse, and the effects it can have on those caught up in it. The first verse sets the scene, describing a group of individuals using various substances to cope with their problems. The singer expresses concern for his girlfriend's drug use and the recent overdose of her friend, acknowledging that addiction can lead to hateful behavior and infidelity. He admits that he is grappling with fear, hoping that she will be delivered by Jesus and that her fate will not end in her death.
In the second verse, the lyrics continue to explore the same themes, describing how a woman's addiction has made her unpredictable and left her feeling empty. The singer suggests that a lack of self-awareness and introspection is often found in those who abuse drugs, and that addiction can make people more interested in the moment than the long-term consequences of their actions. Overall, the lyrics convey a sense of despair, loneliness, and powerlessness in the face of addiction.
Line by Line Meaning
One drink too much
I feel the effects of alcohol after just one drink
Few pills I'm gone
If I take even a few pills, I become extremely intoxicated
Moon light was full
The scene is set at night during a full moon
I'm out till dawn
I'm partying and staying out all night until dawn
One pill too much
Even one pill can cause me to become heavily intoxicated
Few drinks I'm gone
If I have even a few drinks, I quickly become drunk
Last for a moment
The effects of the drugs and alcohol are only temporary
Gone in the morning
The high or drunken state is gone by the morning
Same old words sheen even know it
Despite being intoxicated or high, the person continues to say the same things without realizing it
Just a few cubes now she really wanna pour it
After having just a few cubes of a drug, the person wants more
Jones with the love thinking she a poet
The person is heavily influenced by drugs and alcohol and believes she is a poet
She ramble all the time she don't need no chorus just a Adlib
Even when speaking, the person rambles and doesn't need any help to continue talking
I guess she really reach her highs nigga dat piff
The person has reached an extreme level of intoxication, possibly due to a strong type of drug called piff
Old man introduced her to the ski slopes
The person was introduced to cocaine by an older man
Latter on introduced her to a fat lip
The same man also got the person into a physical altercation, resulting in a fat lip
Just a tad bit
The person only wants a small amount of the drug
Is it that cold
The situation is emotionally taxing and unpleasant
With a few dried tears and a cab gone
The person has cried and left in a cab
Green scent died down with the air on
The scent of marijuana has dissipated with the opening of windows
What she carried stayed with her when she got home
The emotional baggage stayed with her even after leaving the place of intoxication
Just another blank stare with a dire tone
The person has a vacant expression and a melancholy attitude
Wanna climb him like Everest get your climb on
Attracted to someone and wanting to approach them
Ask for the fee take clothes off
Prostituting oneself in exchange for money
Muthaphucka lit right
The person is heavily intoxicated or high
Making sure her shit tight
The person is ensuring that they appear composed and in control despite being intoxicated
Flexing wit her girl friend
Showing off to her friends
Duck lips for ah selfie trying to get likes
Posing for a selfie to gain affirmation and likes on social media
Around here freaks coming out bout midnight
People tend to become more promiscuous or party harder at midnight
Off hook till you hook that's ah fish bite
Continuing to party until one hooks up with someone
If he plane don't board like ah miss flight
If the situation doesn't progress like a plane taking off, then it's a missed opportunity
Miss Right that's right bih bad thumbs up hitchhike
Looking for the perfect person, giving a thumbs up to hitchhike toward that outcome
So death I kinda miss life
The person is living a risky, dangerous lifestyle and could risk their life or cause harm to others
Coming left field make en get right
Unexpected actions or events that ultimately improve the situation
Hot Still ain't knowing what the temp like
Unsure of the severity of the situation and how it will affect them
Throwing shade trying to dim light
Trying to create negativity or problems
Shades on in the dim light
Wearing sunglasses in a low light environment
Amaze zone what I feel like
Feeling amazing and in control
Fuck ah grill you can get yo princess cut in real life
Material items, such as a gold grill, are insignificant when compared to obtaining a genuine and valuable relationship with a significant other
Blue money nubucks what the tims like
The shoes being worn are blue Nubuck Tims
Blew money knew but and I still might
Spent a lot of money and may do so again
New honey new butt what it feel like
Asks what it is like to engage in sexual activity with a new partner
I knew honey true slut from the ville right
The person has a history with a promiscuous individual
Immune to liquor but Neva know what the pill might
The person has a high tolerance for alcohol but doesn't know how they will react to pills or drugs
Whatever niggas just trying to make sure she feel nice
Other people are trying to ensure the person has a good time and is comfortable
She hit some grams and now the motions is real nice
The person has taken drugs and now feels relaxed and at ease
Her Instagram don't really match wit her real life
The person's social media presence does not accurately reflect their true self or lifestyle
Lyrics © DistroKid
Written by: Kevin Croes
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@AllrounderJ
개인적으로 이 노래는 효리누나한테 제일 잘 어울린다 생각함.
@user-zg9gx4zx4s
이거 누가 리메이크 안하냐 ㅋㅋ 그대로 루즈핏 교복입구 나와도 히트칠듯 ㅋㅋ
@user-vk8kr5yk9h
-선물 원곡자 그녀들을 현역으로 컴백을 시키는게 낫지 안을까요?ㅋㅋㅋ
@mingena8916
뉴진스가 3집쯤에 해주길:)♡♡♡
@JG77999
이노래 누가 안다고 리메이크를 하냐 리메이크는 잘나갔던 노래 하는게 정석인데
@user-no5bp9re1d
@@JG77999말하는 싸가지 봐라 핑클 영상에 왜 와서 초치는 거?
@dongdong3074
이노래는 코디의상이 살렸지…솔직히 그때당시 이노래 애매했었음 대신에 코디의상이 힙합 이랑 스쿨룩 의상이어서 완전 핑클이랑 찰떡이었고 팬들반응도 좋았음
@shkim3281
요즘 나와도 1도 안촌스러운 갓벽한 스타일링
@user-op2fo1rf3i
촌스러운데?
@user-xj8ck9qy4l
힙합 기반이라 그런지 이효리 날라댕김