When the group debuted in 2001 with single "A Better Day", which covered a 2001 song "A Better Day" by Norwegian band Multicyde, again based on the 1977 Norwegian song "Vårsøg", member Tony An claimed that promoting their song has had been difficult due to strained relationship with Lee Soo Man, the producer of SM Entertainment. Lee blocked the music video from various Korean entertainment broadcasts which drew angry reactions from the group's fans, some of whom egged the building of the company in southern Seoul. The members of the group also had strained relationships between 강타 and 문희준 after the two chose to stay with SM Entertainment. However, after appearances on 'X-Man', it appears that Tony and Kangta are on good terms the same goes for Moon Hee Jun and Jang Woo Hyuk who both appeared on variety show Heroine.
In 2003 the group won the favorite artist of Korea at the MTV Asia Awards.
Santa Baby
JTL Lyrics
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You better watch out, you better not cry
You better watch out, you better not cry
Santa claus is coming to town baby)
Woohyuk ][ 2002 jtL krismas nal eh eel uh nan eel ja! da gal ee Santa Baby!
* ][ (uhng mang jin chang)
(Bang kohk in saeng)
Bool ssang han ee nohm eh in saeng ah
(Dwee jook bak jook)
Nae ee reum do saeng gak an na
(Shi won sup sup)
Jal ga ra krismas yuh
Tony ][ ja yoo ro oon nae ga dwee go ship uh
Woohyuk rap ][ sae ha yan
Goo reum a rae ro ddul uh ji neun
Ha yan noon sok eh pa mood hin sa rang ha nuen geu nyuh wah
Dal dohm han sa rang ee ya gi yuh gi gga jin bbuhn han stori
Han buhn ee ra do jeh bal han buhn
Nuh wah gal ee noon eul maj eun myuh
Nuh wah na eui noon eul maj choo myuh date ha neun keh so won!
Sa ram deul ee deul eu myun so what?
Han buhn man na ryuh da ga deul ki neun nal eehn
Gi sa gguh ri ga shim gguh ri
Interview sa juhl bang song sa juhl
Saeng gahk uhbs ee duhn ji neun dool eh nan
Sok eu ro sak hee neun
Gae goo ri ga dwee go
Eel nyun joong ga jang go dong seu ruh oon nal
12 wuhl 25 il krismas
HO HO HO HO ~ HA HA
* ][ (uhng mang jin chang)
Woohyuk ][ krismas man dweh myun
(Bang kohk in saeng)
Bool ssang han ee nohm eh in saeng ah
(Dwee jook bak jook)
Nae ee reum do saeng gak an na
(Shi won sup sup)
Jal ga ra krismas yuh
Tony ][ ja yoo ro oon nae ga dwee go ship uh
Jaewon rap ][ YO! guh ri ma da oh go ga neun soo manh eun yun in nuh moo na manh a
Haeng bok han eus eum juj go ett neun juh gi juh
Ja yoo ro oon sae ga dweh gwah mal ha ja myun na sa rang eh
Bae go pa santa! nuhn nam eui kool ddook ee na ta go da ni na nuhn GANSTA SANTA!
Sun mool an joo myun #$*&!#@*$&#@ HA HA wae geu rae jang nan ee yah!
Tony rap ][ jang nan ohl hae krismas nal ee dwee myun
Ddak doo ga ji joong ryoo eui sa ram deul ee ett kehtt ji
Chij jjeh neun ba ro doo nohm eui #@ duel dda
Ddeut han jang gap cha sok eh suh ji nael #$ deul gwah choo oon gwang hwa moon guh ri eh suh chot bool ro shi wi ha neun sa ram deul
YO! dae dong ryung ah juh sshi jib eh so pa (sofa) ga nalk ah
Suh oo ri %&! jjil ri ni gga hwak johm ba gwuh buh ryuh!
ING!
* ][ (uhng mang jin chang)
Woohyuk ][ krismas man dweh myun
(Bang kohk in saeng)
Bool ssang han ee nohm eh in saeng ah
(Dwee jook bak jook)
Nae ee reum do saeng gak an na
(Shi won sup sup)
Jal ga ra krismas yuh
Tony ][ ja yoo ro oon nae ga dwee go ship uh
Jaewon ][ ee ruh keh shin seh han tan ha neun nae in saeng saeng gak hae bo myun haeng bok eh nuhm chyuh boon eh nuhm chyuh nuh moo do bae boo reun so ri yuh
Tony ][ joo wi reul dool ruh bo myun
Jaewon ][ a jik do jyuh gi juh uh doo oon gos eh choo wi eh
Myuhl myuh him guyh wuh ha neun soo manh eun sa ram deul ddae mohn nuh moo nuh oom weh ro wuh heun ja ra go neu kkyu jil ddae do ess uhtt ji man sa rang ha neun fan deul eun young won ha oo ri deul eui krismas yun in TONY BABY!
Woohyuk ][ ee uh myun uh ddae yo juh ruh myun uh dduhn ga yo na ro in hae duh manh eun sa ram deul ee haeng bok ha myun
Tony ][ nan seh sang eh suh ga jang haeng bok hae yo nan ~
* ][ (uhng mang jin chang)
Woohyuk ][ krismas man dweh myun
(Bang kohk in saeng)
Bool ssang han ee nohm eh in saeng ah
(Dwee jook bak jook)
Nae ee reum do saeng gak an na
(Shi won sup sup)
Jal ga ra krismas yuh
Tony ][ nan seh sang eh suh ga jang haengbok hae
* ][ (uhng mang jin chang)
Woohyuk ][ krismas man dweh myun
(Bang kohk in saeng)
Bool ssang han ee nohm eh in saeng ah
(Dwee jook bak jook)
Nae ee reum do saeng gak an na
(Shi won sup sup)
Jal ga ra krismas yuh
Tony ][ nan seh sang eh suh ga jang haengbok hae
The song "Santa Baby" by JTL is an updated version of the classic Christmas song that appeals to a younger audience. The song starts with a reference to the classic song "Santa Claus is Coming to Town," warning listeners to behave themselves because Santa Claus is on his way. The lyrics then switch to a combination of English and Korean, with references to the joys and excitement of the holidays. Woohyuk raps about the beauty of snow and the warmth of love during the holidays, while Tony expresses his desire to be with someone special during Christmas.
Jaewon raps about the different experiences and emotions people have during Christmas, from being happy and content to feeling lonely and left out. The song concludes with the trio wishing everyone a happy Christmas and expressing their happiness for those who are enjoying the festivities.
Line by Line Meaning
You better watch out, you better not cry
Be careful and keep your emotions in check
Santa Claus is coming to town
The mythical figure of Santa Claus is expected to arrive shortly
Christmas day is near
The festive day of Christmas is quickly approaching
The twinkling of an eye will represent both our spirits
Our spirits will become one and shine bright like a star
I don't even think about my age anymore
Age is just a number and irrelevant to me now
Let's spend Christmas well
Let's make the most of this Christmas and enjoy it to the fullest
I just want to be the one who receives the gift
I am eagerly anticipating receiving a gift this Christmas
The world is getting roasted with the cold winter wind
The world is experiencing cold weather due to the winter season
In the midst of the cold, love melts in one's eyes
Despite the cold weather, love can still be felt and seen by others
A single book tells a story of a full and happy romance
A singular item can tell a full and joyful story of love and romance
Even just one sentence after meeting can be special
Even a small interaction can hold a special meaning after meeting someone
Human beings are human beings, so what?
We are all human and should not discriminate or separate ourselves based on our differences
On the day with only 24 hours
Christmas is a day that only lasts for 24 hours
Interviews, broadcasts, life is busy
Life is hectic with interviews and broadcasting commitments
But as busy as it may be, the singing bird wants to fly
Despite being busy, we all still have a desire to freely spread our wings and pursue our passions
The end of year donation is important, but
The act of giving back is important but
The real fight is against shaking hands and exchanging hello's
The true challenge is to connect with others and share greetings during the holiday season
Get off your car and go home instead (sofa)
Leave your car behind and spend time at home, resting on the sofa
No need to go where people's actions are full of curses
Avoid going to places where people are acting aggressively or with bad language
If only I could spend Christmas, just like this
I wish I could spend Christmas simply and without any complications
My wish comes true if I just watch it
I can easily make my Christmas wish come true by simply observing and enjoying
Contributed by Levi A. Suggest a correction in the comments below.