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).
Distance... -Acoustic ver.-
U-KISS Lyrics
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We got winter again.
As we agreed, let's move on...
膝に抱いたコートひろげ
袖に腕を通した時
こらえていた涙あふれてきた
先を急ぐ人に紛れ
僕らだけがすすめないで
何度も、今日みたいな別れ
続けてきた
このままずっとHold you tight
まだ離したくない
発車のベルなんて
やり過ごせばいい
明日に旅立つため
今を断ちきらなきゃ
それが君と交わした大事な約束
これまで色んなことがあった
ともに多くのことを学んだ
笑ったり泣いたりgood memories
それこそ全てと誓ってもいいさ
ドアが閉まり すぐ、吐息が
窓ガラスを白くそめた
淡く君の姿を隠すように
一回りも二回りも
大きくなるためと信じ
ただ二人はそっとその手を振る
何故だろう?今日みたいな別れ
慣れたはずだった
恐がらないでSay goodbye
またすぐ会えるから
動き出した景色 覗き込むけど
ふりきった昨日は
そこにはないんだよ
前を向いて選んだ 僕らの形さ
春夏秋冬
また季節めぐってますます愛してる
それでも言葉にしちゃいけない
この感情
だから、二人工夫をこらそう
だって本当に強く
思い合ってるんだし
また夢をもつことも素晴らしい
少しばかりの離れ離れなんて
いたずらに与えられただけの
Winter Distance
あのままずっとHold you tight
離したくなかった
発車のベルが鳴り 微笑みながら
「次、会えるときまで
楽しみにしてる」と
震えながら君から
サヨナラくれたね... 冬が待ってる
The lyrics of U-KISS's song "Distance... -Acoustic ver.-" reflect the complexities and emotions involved in a relationship that is about to face a physical separation. The opening lines, "Yeah you see? We got winter again. As we agreed, let's move on..." suggest that winter, symbolizing a difficult period, has arrived and it is time for the couple to part ways.
The following lines, "When I spread the coat I held on my knee, and put my arm through the sleeve. The tears I had held back started to overflow," convey a sense of sadness and vulnerability as the reality of the separation sinks in. The lyrics continue to describe how amidst the rush of people, the two lovers hold each other tightly, not wanting to let go. This repetition of farewells and the struggle to separate has been a constant in their relationship.
The next paragraph explores the memories they have shared together, the laughter and tears, and the importance of each experience. They have learned and grown together, and they are ready to make a promise to cherish everything they have been through. However, as the door closes and their breath fogs up the window, symbolizing the physical distance, they realize that they need to let go and move forward for the sake of their future. They must hold onto the shape their relationship has taken and face the separation without fear.
In the third paragraph, the lyrics express the confusion and surprise at feeling the pain of separation again, despite assuming they had gotten used to it. They encourage each other not to be afraid and to say goodbye, assuring that they will soon meet again. As they watch the scenery unfold, they realize that the past, which they have left behind, does not exist in the present moment. They have chosen to look ahead and embrace their own path. The lyrics suggest that their love grows stronger with each passing season, even though they cannot put their feelings into words. They commit to finding ways to nurture their relationship and celebrate the fact that having dreams and aspirations is a wonderful thing.
The final lines of the song capture the moment of parting, as the departure bell rings and they exchange smiles. Despite the trembling, they promise to look forward to the next time they can meet. The lyrics poignantly convey the bittersweet feeling of saying goodbye and the anticipation of what lies ahead, as winter awaits. The "Winter Distance" mentioned in the last line encapsulates the temporary separation the couple is about to face.
Overall, "Distance... -Acoustic ver.-" conveys the mixed emotions of sadness, longing, and hope that come with the necessary but difficult act of saying goodbye to someone you love. The lyrics highlight the couples' determination to hold on to their bond even in the face of physical distance.
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Kei Odate
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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Este es un himno, una obra de arte de U-KISS. 🥺 Recuerdo haber esperado con ansias esta canción en 2012, después de que en Corea lanzaran Stop Girl, aquellos tiempos. 😭😭😭
K Kard
Eu ainda tinha visto alguns mvs do U-Kiss q agora vejo...p mim são super recentes....Amo demais.
Daniela Torres
Es verdaderamente romántico porque aquí se conocieron Kiseop y su esposa.
Anita Supanta
Lamentablemente se separaron muchos . Pero siempre estarán en mi ...
Melladya Jayani
After all this time, i still can remember the lyrics
DIANA CAROLINA DIAZ BEDOYA
Gracias por existir
Kissme forever 💕
코코
Soohyun oppa's voice...😇😇💗💗
I'm melting 😍♥️♥️♥️
cass
this song is still so beautiful and it will always be<3
Liz Casallas Alvarez
y pensar que mi amado Kiseop conocía a la bella Una, simplemente muy romántico!!! son una pareja muy visual jejejeje
Maria Rosaria Formisano
A masterpiece.