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.
NOW
Fin.K.L Lyrics
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Make me fly again yeah
늘 바래왔던 상상처럼 whoa-oh
Always be with you yeah
Are the one for me? Yeah
내게 눈이 먼 것처럼 whoa-oh
그대로 다가와
(Call me)
조금씩 내 안에 빠져 들어와
널 내게 맡겨봐
(Kiss me)
그냥 보낼 순 없어
나 그려왔던 너를 놓칠 순 없어
내 가슴 파고드는
그 눈빛 속에 나 살고 싶어
Don't say goodbye
I know you miss me
I'm crazy now
뜨거운 너의 품에 쉴 수 있게
꿈꿔왔던 satisfaction
모든 내 사랑을 다 주고 싶은 나
Came in to my life yeah
Make me fly again yeah
늘 바래왔던 상상처럼 whoa-oh
Always be with you yeah
Are the one for me? Yeah
내게 눈이 먼 것처럼 whoa-oh
첫눈에 모든 걸 다 사로잡았던
환상적인 시선
(Show me)
불 꺼진 내 맘을 다 채워주었던
완벽한 니 모습
(Tell me)
내가 느끼는 만큼
너 똑같다면 나를 피하지는 마
더 후횐 없는 거야
그 체온 속에 날 데려가 줘
Don't say goodbye
I know you miss me
I'm crazy now
뜨거운 너의 품에 쉴 수 있게
꿈꿔왔던 satisfaction
모든 내 사랑을 다 주고 싶은 나
I can't live without you
나는 기다려
운명의 끈에 걸린
너만을 영원히
I know you miss me
I'm crazy now
뜨거운 너의 품에 쉴 수 있게
꿈꿔왔던 satisfaction
모든 내 사랑을 다 주고 싶은 나
Came in to my life yeah
Make me fly again yeah
늘 바래왔던 상상처럼 whoa-oh
Always be with you yeah
Are the one for me? Yeah
내게 눈이 먼 것처럼 whoa-oh
The song "Now" by the Kpop group Fin.K.L is a love song about a woman's intense feelings for her partner. The opening lines set the tone for the rest of the song, expressing the idea that her partner has breathed new life into her and made her feel like she's flying again. She sees her dream of being with him as a reality and is willing to do anything to make it come true.
The pre-chorus and chorus sections of the song express intense romantic feelings. She wants to be close to him and feels like she can sense his gaze on her. She yearns for physical touch and cannot bear the thought of ever letting him go. She describes feeling like he's the only one for her; someone who makes her feel complete and desired. The bridge of the song talks about how much she wants to be with him, and her intense desire to share everything she is with him.
The song is written in Korean, and its lyrics express the sentiment of a woman who is deeply in love with her partner. Through the song, she wants to convey the intensity of her feelings and how she cannot imagine being without him. The song reflects the popular theme of Korean pop music of celebrating love and relationships.
Line by Line Meaning
Came in to my life yeah
You entered my life and changed it for the better
Make me fly again yeah
You made me feel alive and lifted me up
늘 바래왔던 상상처럼 whoa-oh
It's like my dreams have come true
Always be with you yeah
I want to be with you always
Are the one for me? Yeah
I believe you are the one for me
내게 눈이 먼 것처럼 whoa-oh
I am blind to everything else when I'm with you
날 보는 시선을 느낄 수 있어
I can feel your gaze upon me
그대로 다가와
Come closer to me just like that
(Call me)
(Call me)
조금씩 내 안에 빠져 들어와
I'm falling deeper into you little by little
널 내게 맡겨봐
Trust yourself to me
(Kiss me)
(Kiss me)
그냥 보낼 순 없어
I can't let you go like this
나 그려왔던 너를 놓칠 순 없어
I can't afford to lose the you that I've always imagined
내 가슴 파고드는
You pierce my heart
그 눈빛 속에 나 살고 싶어
I want to live within the light of your eyes
Don't say goodbye
Don't say goodbye
I know you miss me
I know you miss me
I'm crazy now
I'm going crazy right now
뜨거운 너의 품에 쉴 수 있게
Let me rest in your warm embrace
꿈꿔왔던 satisfaction
The satisfaction that I've been dreaming of
모든 내 사랑을 다 주고 싶은 나
I want to give you all my love
첫눈에 모든 걸 다 사로잡았던
You captured everything with just one look
환상적인 시선
Your mesmerizing gaze
(Show me)
(Show me)
불 꺼진 내 맘을 다 채워주었던
You filled my empty heart
완벽한 니 모습
Your perfect image
(Tell me)
(Tell me)
내가 느끼는 만큼
As much as I feel
너 똑같다면 나를 피하지는 마
Don't avoid me if you feel the same way
더 후횐 없는 거야
There's no need to hesitate anymore
그 체온 속에 날 데려가 줘
Take me into your warm embrace
I can't live without you
I can't live without you
나는 기다려
I'll wait for you
운명의 끈에 걸린
Tied by the strings of fate
너만을 영원히
Only you forever
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Jin Gwon Kim, Yong Chan Hong
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@user-le5vi7wz3f
진심이 다야
세월앞에서다
하고잘한거야
잊지않는건 진심이있기에.돌아보는건
나일뿐이야.
잊지않는건 사람사랑
아닌걸알기에 끝냐버린것일뿐.
돌아가는건 한번이라는말 돌아오는것도
한번. 그이름이
영원.한번의 의미
사랑이고 사람.
사랑하는사람 그 뜻
하지않아야하는걸
알기에 영원이라고
하지않지.
@user-cr3ek2wk6p
satisfaction 이라는 단어를 처음 알게해준 핑클의 레전드갓띵곡
@uservisible219
지금봐도 뮤비 너무 멋지당 기획력 개 갑
@sotree5863
와..진짜 저두요! 그 영단어 저 노래덕분에 처음 알게됨
@fuckingxia
저도 ㅋㅋ
@user-my9ti8ye5p
청순한 요정같았던 그녀들이 섹시+걸크러쉬 컨셉으로 무장하며 이미지변신에 성공함은 물론, 여전히 국민걸그룹의 자리를 공고히 지켰음을 알렸던 핑클의 또다른 히트곡. 특히 이효리가 섹시스타로서의 두각을 드러낸 곡.
@user-rt6mg9rl9w
이 곡의 뮤비 나오고 컴으로 하루종일 보던 생각 나네요.
이때 진정한 핑클 멤버들의 에너지가 보였는데.
@BlueWingsSuwon
이 노래 지금 나와도 하나도 촌스럽지가 안을 정도의 퀄리티 있는 노래다
@sarahl9398
Kpop gen 1 excellence. Felt like yesterday. I miss these days, how nostalgic.. 😭❤️
@Princess-je4tf
Honestly It feels like a different world now
@AllrounderJ
영원한 사랑으로 레전드를 찍었는데 인기가 내려올 줄 모르고 더 올라가게 한 노래.
음악뿐만 아니라 이때 링 귀걸이 등 핑클 관랸된 패션 아이템은 전부 완판이었음.