Predebut:
Nichkhun was born in Rancho Cucamonga, California to Thai and Chinese parents. His father is of Thai origin while his mother is a fourth generation Thai Chinese. Nichkhun has one older brother Nichan and two younger sisters, Yanin and Sherleen. At the age of two, he moved to Thailand with his family and studied at Dhepkanjana school and Tangpiroondham school. At the age of twelve, he studied in New Zealand for a year and a half and moved back to the United States to finish his schooling at Los Osos High School in Rancho Cucamonga, California. There, he was scouted by Park Jin-young, a K-pop singer and the producer of JYP Entertainment, at the Los Angeles Korean Music Festival.
After passing the audition hosted by JYP Entertainment, he signed a ten-year contract with the company but later resigned for an eight-year contract, not including training, and was brought to South Korea as a trainee, being put into a class of 24 other students. Park Jin-young informed him that he was required to learn Mandarin Chinese and Korean to also work out regularly and learn how to dance. First appeared through MNET's Hot Blood, a program that showed the intense physical training that 13 male trainees had to go through for the opportunity to debut in either 4-member ballad group 2AM or 7-member dance group 2PM under JYP Entertainment.
Nichkhun participated in JYP's talent competition, Superstar Survival, where he took the role of the host.
Debut:
Main article: 2PM
On 4 September, 2008, Nichkhun debuted as a 2PM member with their first single "10점 만점에 10점" ("10 Points out of 10 Points") from their single album "Hottest Time of the Day".
Television:
After 2PM's debut in 2008, Nichkhun became a popular choice for Thai endorsements, and was selected by the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) as the face of their newest campaign, "Come to Thailand; Let's Take a Break!" Nichkhun has also done a wide variety of runway modeling, including for Pony, and Andre Kim's fashion show in 2008 with 2AM member Seulong. On January 7, 2010, photographs surfaced of Nichkhun and Taecyeon with actress Yoon Eunhye for Cass Beer, in which 2PM were chosen to endorse with special promotion single "Tik Tok". Nichkhun played a main character in the 12-minute music video drama, released on February 8, 2010.
Nichkhun was originally planned to appear on We Got Married as Brown Eyed Girls member Ga-in's (가인) partner, but due to Jaebeom's MySpace controversy he was replaced at last minute by 2AM member Jokwon. On March 4th, 2010, new rumors of his casting surfaced through several newsites, even naming T-ara member Eunjung as his partner. However, JYPE stated that they were forced to decline the offer due to schedule clashes. On February 26, 2010, it was announced that Nichkhun and 7 other male idols from 2PM, 2AM, MBLAQ and C.N.Blue would rotate as MCs for Mnet M!Countdown after it went off-air for 3 months. In December 2009, he had been confirmed to star in 2010 film "The Shining Diploma", but due to scheduling conflicts with the filming delays, he dropped out of the project in March.
In May 2010, he featured in a commercial for Everland's Caribbean Bay water theme park along with 2PM Taecyeon & Chansung and Girls' Generation members Yoona, Seohyun & Yuri.
On June 1, 2010, he was announced to be an additional cast member to We Got Married, pairing up with Victoria of f(x).
Volunteer Work:
On March 21, 2010, Nichkhun and actress Song Ji-hyo participated in MBC's "Sunday Sunday Night" program "Danbi" where they went to the Philippines to visit a trash town in order to help with volunteer work. Being the only cast member fluent in English, he was able to directly interact with the children. In the midst of Jaebeom's contract termination controversy that caused 2PM to be received very negatively, Nichkhun gained much praise and support from his fans and the general public.
Featured Music Videos:
* "Irony" - Wonder Girls, 2007 (Uncredited cameo)
* "Let's Take A Break!", 2009
* "이별이 온다" ("Farewell is Coming") - 8Eight, 2010
Awards:
Years Awards
2009
* 2009 MNet 20s Choice Awards : Hot Mr Beauty Award
Umbrella
Nichkhun Lyrics
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It will be alright
顔を上げてみてよ
不安な時でも
Just remember ひとりじゃないよ
I'll be right there
頼って欲しい
僕が守るから
二人でいれば
七色の虹が出る
Lean your head on my shoulder
I'll brush your problems away
雨の日も let it rain
僕が君を包んであげるから
I'll be your I'll be your umbrella
いつでも girl I'll be your umbrella
明日はどんな空?
君だけの I'm your umbrella
Hmmm 嵐の夜も for you for you
乗り越えていける anything
I'll be right there
その笑顔消えないように
I'm here for you
Like an angel like your brother
Like the bestest friend of yours
Lean your head on my shoulder
I'll brush your problems away
雨の日も let it rain
僕が君を包んであげるから
I'll be your I'll be your umbrella
いつでも girl I'll be your umbrella
明日はどんな空?
君だけの I'm your umbrella
In Nichkhun's song "Umbrella," the lyrics encourage the listener to remain calm and positive even in difficult moments. The song reassures the listener that they are not alone and there is someone who will always be there to protect and support them. The lyrics suggest that the singer of the song is willing to be the listener's umbrella, and they should not hesitate to rely on him during tough times. The metaphor of an umbrella is used to represent protection; the singer will wrap the listener in warmth and comfort.
The lyrics also talk about the power of friendship and how being together can bring happiness like a rainbow. The listener is encouraged to lean on the singer when they face challenges, and he will do his best to make it easier for them. The song conveys a sense of hope and positivity while acknowledging that life can be tough, but the listener should remember that they can overcome anything with support and resilience.
Line by Line Meaning
大丈夫さ
It's going to be okay
顔を上げてみてよ
Just look up and see
不安な時でも
Even when you're feeling anxious
Just remember ひとりじゃないよ
You're not alone, just remember
頼って欲しい
I want you to rely on me
僕が守るから
Because I will protect you
I'm here for you
I'm always here for you
二人でいれば
If we're together
七色の虹が出る
We'll see a rainbow of seven colors
Lean your head on my shoulder
You can lean on my shoulder
I'll brush your problems away
I'll help you forget your problems
雨の日も let it rain
Even on rainy days, let it rain
僕が君を包んであげるから
I'll wrap you up in my arms
I'll be your I'll be your umbrella
I'll be your umbrella
いつでも girl I'll be your umbrella
I'll always be your umbrella
明日はどんな空?
What kind of sky will tomorrow bring?
君だけの I'm your umbrella
I'm your umbrella, for you and only you
嵐の夜も for you for you
Even on stormy nights, for you and only you
乗り越えていける anything
Because we can overcome anything together
I'll be right there
I'll always be there for you
その笑顔消えないように
So your smile never fades
Like an angel like your brother
Like an angel, like your brother
Like the bestest friend of yours
Like your very best friend
Writer(s): JI WOOK SONG, LAUREN KAORI, HORVEJKUL NUCHKHUN BUCK
Contributed by Taylor B. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@papermoonkpop6522
To anyone here who is new to 2PM, welcome! We're happy you're here!!! This is our man Nichkhun! Our koala! Our California boy! Our sweetheart!
All the members are super talented and precious so make sure to check out their solo work too: Jun.K, Taecyeon (mostly acting), Wooyoung, Junho, and Chansung.
2PM has been around since 2008 and received the MAMA award for Artist of the Year in 2009.
They are one of the legendary 2nd generation groups so please enjoy them.
If you would like any recommendations regarding their music or acting, let me know :)
Welcome to Hottest! Because 2PM is the Hottest time of day!
@lucifercorner5059
No EDM, big dance moves or fancy clothes.
But this song is everything :]
You're shining as our UMBRELLA NICHKHUN!♥♥♥
@louiseannmallari2269
The last part is the best!!! 😂😂Khun angelic voice,his singnature eyes smile, fresh and calm vibes of the whole MV, and the lyrics is so beautiful it comforts me. We need more songs like this. 😍♥️♥️♥️
@dewioktavia8174
A masterpiece song, a really soft golden voice, and a handsome prince
I'm in love
@love2pmmmmmm
So warm and adorable. Nichkhun is SERIOUSLY underrated. All the songs composed by him is tuneful and consistently-listening
@everytp
It would be really nice if nichkhun's song is on spotify.
@loreleiramirez2798
Lucky Charm is not even on it yet but I think that it is only restricted to the Spotify Japanese market. :(
@everytp
@Lorelei Ramirez I think so but just wanna tell JYP that inter fan love him too 😭😭
@loreleiramirez2798
everytp Some of Khun’s songs are available on Spotify but I dunno why Lucky Charm isn’t available in my country. I seriously need it on my lullaby list. 😭😭😭
@loreleiramirez2798
Even if it is not available on Spotify, I was planning to buy his songs on iTunes. Too bad it is not there too. 😭
@everytp
@Lorelei Ramirez so sad, i really love his song cryingggggggg 😭😭😭😭😭😭😭