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).
Crazy 4 U
U-KISS Lyrics
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Fool 4 U 見つめたい
Precious 君はspecial 何よりも
that's right かけがえない人
bright day 微笑みが この胸を
導いてくれたから
夢から覚めても yeah
君のコトばかりだよ close to me
ひとつずつ咲かせよう
I'm Crazy 4 U 君だけを
Fool 4 U いつまでも
にぎりしめた手を
このまま離さない
守りたい わかるだろ?
Question 問いかける この胸に
just now 何が出来るのか
forgive 何もかも 受け入れる
どんな哀しみさえも
言葉がなくても yeah
わかりあえる温度さ
love you more
二人の願いを yeah
ひとつずつ叶えよう
I'm Crazy 4 U 君だけを
Fool 4 U 見つめたい
抱きしめたままで
明日を迎えよう
守るから 約束さ
ここにいる
only you and me
nothing gonna stop my heart
I'm Crazy 4 U 君だけを
Fool 4 U いつまでも
にぎりしめた手を
このまま離さない
守りたい わかるだろ?
わかるだろ?
Crazy 4 U
Crazy 4 U
The lyrics of U-KISS's song "Crazy 4 U" express a deep and unwavering love and devotion towards a special person. The singer proclaims that they are crazy for this person, focusing solely on them and wanting to gaze into their eyes. The person is described as precious and irreplaceable, emphasizing their importance above all else. The lyrics convey a sense of gratitude and admiration for the person's bright smile that guides and fills the singer's heart with joy.
The chorus repeats the sentiment of being crazy for this person and wanting to hold onto their hand forever, never letting go. There is a strong desire to protect and cherish this person, with a clear acknowledgment of the mutual feelings and understanding between them. The questions raised in the lyrics reflect introspection and a willingness to accept all aspects of the relationship, including any sorrow or hardships that may arise.
The lyrics speak to the power of love to transcend words and communication, highlighting the deep emotional connection between the singer and the person they are addressing. The promise to fulfill each other's wishes and dreams underscores the commitment and dedication to nurturing and growing their love together. The repetition of "Crazy 4 U" throughout the song reinforces the intensity and passion of the love being professed.
The final verses reinforce the singer's determination to hold onto this love, face the future together, and keep their promise to always be there for each other. The imagery of embracing and facing tomorrow together symbolizes a steadfast commitment and a sense of security in the relationship. The repeated refrain of "Crazy 4 U" underscores the depth of the emotions being expressed and the singer's unwavering devotion to the person they love. Overall, the lyrics of "Crazy 4 U" convey a heartfelt declaration of love, loyalty, and a strong bond between two individuals.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm Crazy 4 U 君だけを
I am deeply infatuated with only you
Fool 4 U 見つめたい
I want to gaze at you foolishly
Precious 君はspecial 何よりも
You, my precious one, are more special than anything
that's right かけがえない人
Yes, you are an irreplaceable person
bright day 微笑みが この胸を
Your smile on a bright day guides my heart
導いてくれたから
Because it leads me
夢から覚めても yeah
Even if I wake from a dream, yeah
君のコトばかりだよ close to me
It's only about you, close to me
二人の想いを yeah
Our feelings, yeah
ひとつずつ咲かせよう
Let's bloom them one by one
君だけを Fool 4 U
Only for you, I'm a fool
いつまでも にぎりしめた手を
Forever holding onto your hand
このまま離さない
I won't let go like this
守りたい わかるだろ?
I want to protect you, don't you understand?
Question 問いかける この胸に
Questioning this heart
just now 何が出来るのか
Right now, what can I do?
forgive 何もかも 受け入れる
Forgiving and accepting everything
どんな哀しみさえも
Even any sadness
言葉がなくても yeah
Even without words, yeah
わかりあえる温度さ
Understanding each other's warmth
love you more
Love you more
二人の願いを yeah
Our wishes, yeah
ひとつずつ叶えよう
Let's make them come true one by one
抱きしめたままで
Holding onto each other
明日を迎えよう
Let's face tomorrow
守るから 約束さ
Because I promise to protect
ここにいる
I am here
only you and me
Only you and me
nothing gonna stop my heart
Nothing will stop my heart
わかるだろ?
Don't you understand?
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Written by: kenko-p
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