The group has released three full-length albums in addition to several mini albums and singles. U-KISS released their first single, 'New Generation', on the 3rd of September 2008. The single includes the hit song '어리지 않아 (Not Young)'. Their first full length album, Only One, was released on February 3, 2010.
On February 23, 2011, it was revealed that Alexander and Kibum will be leaving the group by decision of the company and they would be replaced by two new members. The two members were announced as AJ and Hoon and they made their debut in the group with the single 0330.
CURRENT MEMBERS
Shin Soohyun (신수현)
Stage Name: Soohyun
Birth date: March 11, 1989
Talents/Interests: singing, dancing, playing piano, soccer, R&B music
- He is the leader of the group and the oldest member. He is U-KISS's "power vocal" and tries to take good care of his voice by practicing his vocals often.
Yeo Hoonmin (여훈민)
Stage Name: Hoon
Birthdate: 16 August, 1991
Talents/Interests: Taekwondo, Exercising, Piano, Singing
- Joined U-KISS in March 2011 before their '0330' promotions. He was a former Taekwondo athlete. Appeared in SBS's "Athena" as a bodygaurd to the president. Theater Major in Dongguk University. Released a single under his real name in 2009.
Kim Kyoungjae / Ellison Kim (김경재)
Stage Name: Eli
Birth date: March 13, 1991
Talents/Interests: Rapping, Acting, Taekwondo, Kung Fu, English, Mandarin, Watching movies
- One of the American members. He was born in California but grew up in Washington D.C., so he's fluent in English. At 15, he moved alone to China to pursue acting, where he also picked up conversational Mandarin. Nicknamed "Pigeon" by his members because of his funny pigeon imitation.
Lee Kiseop (이기섭)
Stage Name: Kiseop
Birth date: January 17, 1991
Talents/Interests: Dancing, Acting, Playing piano, Taekwondo, Ulzzang
- He became a member of U-KISS in 2009 right before their 만만하니 promotions. He is a former ulzzang that likes to share selcas of himself very often. Can be awkward and quirky, sometimes referred to as the "4D" member.
Alexander Lee Eusebio (알렉산더) - (Former member)
Stage Name: Xander
Birth date: July 29, 1988
Talents/Interests: English, Korean, Chinese (Cantonese & Mandarin), Spanish, Portuguese, Japanese, Rap
- He can speak 7 different languages at varying degrees of fluency. He was the oldest and tallest member of the group. Sometimes referred to as the "umma" of the group for his nagging and nurturing tendencies.
FORMER MEMBERS
Collectively, the members speak four different languages - Korean, English, Mandarin, and Japanese.
Kim Kibum (김기범) - Allen (Former member)
Stage Name: Kibum
Birth date: December 29, 1990
Talents: Composing Music, Poppin' Dance, Japanese, Piano, Singing
- He is the younger brother of SS501's Hyungjun, he's a former member of Xing. He formerly lived in Australia with Hyungjun.
Shin Dongho (신동호)
Stage Name: Dongho
Birth date: June 29, 1994
Talents/Interests: Golf, Baseball, Drums, Mandarin, Soccer, Knitting, Acting
- He was the maknae (youngest) of the group. He lived in Beijing for a period, so he can speak Mandarin. He has been on several variety programs and TV shows, which has helped boost U-KISS's popularity.
Kim Jaeseop (김재섭)
Stage Name: AJ
Birthdate: 4 June,1991
Talents/Interests: Composing, Writing, Studying, Rap, English
- Joined U-KISS in March 2011 before their '0330' promotions. Former maknae of boy group "PARAN", he was the rapper. He was accepted to Columbia University in New York, but has taken a leave from college as he was abruptly taken in as a U-KISS member. However, he did spend a semester at Columbia from August 2012 until January 2013 studying Psychology. He also has written a few of U-KISS's songs ("Believe," "Amazing," and most recently, "Party All the Time").
Woo Sunghyun / Kevin Woo (우성현)
Stage Name: Kevin
Birth date: November 25, 1991
Talents/Interests: Singing, Playing guitar, Playing piano, Girl group dances, English
- U-KISS's other American member. He was born and raised in California, so he's also fluent in English. Along with Kibum, he is also a former member of Xing. The members refer to him as the sister or daughter of the group for his pretty face and more feminine aura.
Lee Junyoung
Stage Name: Jun
Birthdate: 22 January, 1997
Talents: singing, acting, dancing, rapper
- Joined U-KISS in 2014 with Quit Playing. Become popular as actor "Lee Junyoung": Avengers Social Club (2017), Goodbye To Goodbye (2018), Class of Lies (2019), Good Casting (2020). He was the winner of the reality The Unit and debuted in the group's program UNB (2018-2019).
A Shared Dream -Orchestra ver.-
U-KISS Lyrics
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少年のまま変わらず
大人になった今も、
傍に君を感じている
少し不安になって
落ち込んだりした時には
笑顔でいつも "Que Sera Sera" と
唄ってくれたよね
どんなに遠く離れてしまっても
声の限り、力の限り、
君に届けたい 光浴びて輝くため
晴れの日は君と笑いあいたい
雨の日は二人語り合いたい
You are the only one
そんな存在他にはいない
焦らずにゆっくり
Because we share one dream
いつかきっと世界中に
ただstep by step like 1,2,3
信じられなくなって
逃げ出したくなると、一人
君の小さなガッツポーズを
そっと思い出すんだ
ここにいるよ 聞こえるかい?
こんなに遠く来てしまったけれど
夢の続き、諦めずに、
君に届けと願う
いつの日にかまた会えるよ
挫けそうでも Again and Again
No pain, No gain 未来へつなげ
涙はいつか虹に変わり
蕾から大きな花が芽生える
もう泣き言なんて言わない
立ち止まってる暇はない
ほら、また新たな今日が...始まる
聞こえるかい?
どんなに遠く離れてしまっても
声の限り、力の限り、君に届けたい
聞こえるかい?
こんなに遠く来てしまったけれど
夢の続き、諦めずに、
君に届けと願う
いつの日にかまた会えるよ
The lyrics of U-KISS's song "A Shared Dream -Orchestra ver.-" convey a nostalgic and uplifting message about the enduring connection between two people who share a dream. The opening lines reflect on a past memory, emphasizing the idea of remaining unchanged as a youth even as one transitions into adulthood. The lyrics suggest that despite growing up, the singer still feels the presence of a significant other (referred to as 'you') by their side, providing comfort and support during moments of doubt and sadness. The repeated phrase "Que Sera Sera" reinforces a message of acceptance and resilience in the face of uncertainty.
The imagery of wanting to share laughter on sunny days and engage in heartfelt conversations on rainy days reflects a desire for companionship and emotional intimacy. The lyrics emphasize the unique and irreplaceable nature of the bond between the two individuals, highlighting the importance of taking things slow and believing in a shared dream that transcends distance and time. The mention of counting steps "like 1,2,3" signifies a gradual and steady progression towards their collective goal, encouraging perseverance and faith in the journey ahead.
Despite moments of self-doubt and the temptation to run away from challenges, the singer finds solace in the memory of the other person's encouraging gestures, such as a small gesture like a 'guts pose'. This serves as a reminder of the unwavering support and belief in each other, even in moments of weakness. The lyrics express a longing to reunite one day and continue pursuing their shared dream without giving up, symbolized by the transformation of tears into rainbows and buds blooming into beautiful flowers.
The song's conclusion conveys a sense of determination and optimism, urging the listener to push forward without dwelling on complaints or setbacks. The reassurance that a new day is beginning encapsulates a message of resilience and hope, echoing the sentiment that the bond between the two individuals will endure despite any challenges or distance that may separate them. The repeated refrain of wanting to reach out and connect with the other person, even in the face of obstacles, reinforces the theme of unwavering commitment and a shared aspiration that transcends any hardships they may encounter.
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Kei Odate
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Brina Sabrina
Yume wo mita ano hi kara
Shounen no mama kawarazu
Otona ni natta ima mo,
Soba ni kimi wo kanjite iru
Sukoshi fuan ni natte
Ochikondari shita toki ni wa
Egao de itsumo "Que Sera Sera" to
Utatte kureta yo ne
Koko ni iru yo kikoeru kai?
Donna ni tooku hanarete shimatte mo
Koe no kagiri, chikara no kagiri,
Kimi ni todoketai
Hikari abite kagayaku tame
Hare no hi wa kimi to warai aitai
Ame no hi wa futari katari aitai
You are the only one
Sonna sonzai hoka ni wa inai
Aserazu ni yukkuri
Because we share one dream
Itsuka kitto sekaijuu ni
Tada step by step like 1, 2, 3
Shinjirarenaku natte
Nigedashitaku naru to hitori
Kimi no chiisa na gattsupoozu wo
Sotto omoidasun da
Koko ni iru yo kikoeru kai?
Konna ni tooku kite shimatta keredo
Yume no tsuduki akiramezu ni
Kimi ni todoke to negau
Itsu no hi ni ka mata aeru yo
Kujike sou demo Again and Again
No pain, No gain, mirai e tsunage
Namida wa itsuka niji ni kawari
Tsubomi kara ookina hana ga mebaeru
Mou naki koto nante iwanai
Tachi tomatteru himawanai
Hora, mata arata na kyou ga hajimaru
Kikoeru kai? donna ni tooku hanarete shimatte mo
Koe no kagiri, chikara no kagiri,
Kimi ni todoketai
Kikoeru kai? konna ni tooku kite shimatta keredo
Yume no tsudzuki, akiramezu ni,
Kimi ni todoke to negau
Itsu no hi nika (itsu no hi nika) mata aeru yo
Maria Camila
2020 and I'm still here, KissMe forever <3 I really miss them together
Angelalah? Angewahh!
Amen sis amen :<
Katie Edsall Reamy
@Maria Camila yes I am my daughter and I got into them in 2015. She heard Quit Playing on someone’s playlist and was hooked She has all their cds dvds concert ones she is only missing CONTIUKISS I will dm later
Maria Camila
@Katie Edsall Reamy Yeah I know! I'm so excited, aren't you? <3 Pd: KissMes please join us to vote for U-KISS in Metkstar. If you don't know how to, just DM me in Twitter @its_mariaca
Katie Edsall Reamy
@Maria Camila they are having a Korean comeback early next year Hoon spilled the tea
Seline HatdogNase
Miss them huhu
Imane
I have no word this is bringing back so much memories. My best memories, the best group I have ever seen, they mean everything to me
Amal Kh97
Me too 😢
Juliana 🐺
Esta fue la primera canción que escuché de U-KISS 💜 Desde ese momento me enamore de ellos y, hasta la fecha lo estoy.
ડᥴꪖrꪶꫀtt iꪖꪀ
I'm so glad and i'm not gonna regret about being a fan for this talented gp since they debuted eventhough they aren't getting enough exposure from other people (which is i couldn't understand why people aren't stanning this gp😭) don't worry all your songs both korean and japanese version i still listening till now because they're so meaningful to me.. no matter wherever you're, to all my talented boys former members or new members (alexander,kibum,dongho,aj,kevin,soohyun,hoon,eli,kiseop,jun) you guys already awesome and always the best one in my heart 🥰🥰