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).
I Don't Understand
U-KISS Lyrics
Jump to: Overall Meaning ↴ Line by Line Meaning ↴
Keeping my focus I'm loosing my trust
Walk down I pull out the strap like a stud
Step in designer designer my rug
Thinking bout how I came up it was rough
I told that bih I can't give her my love
Pull out my strap on that boy cause he tough
Yuh, go
I told that bih, ion give a fuck
I'm tired of serving these drugs
I need some time off but my clientele they don't understand
Walk with a bankroll and a thigh pad and some rubber bands
I'm rocking Off-White but the Rick Owens be my favorite brand
Smoking gelato my favorite strand
Ima young nigga I stick to the plan
Walk with the stick like a old man
Pull out the strap I am not the bigger man
Yuh, these niggas so broke
With my young niggas fasho
Hop out the four door
I might just pour me a four
I'm moving slow mo
I see that boy thru the scope
He screaming oh no
Yuh
I keep the stick like the pogo make these niggas jump
I get the dope by the boatload
Young nigga ride with the four four
She blowing my dick like a oboe
I told that boy you know I'm gone bust
Keeping my focus I'm loosing my trust
Walk down I pull out the strap like a stud
Step in designer designer my rug
Thinking bout how I came up it was rough
I told that bih I can't give her my love
Pull out my strap on that boy cause he tough
Yuh, go
Went thru my phone she said she seen enough
I told that bih, ion give a fuck
I'm tired of serving these drugs
I need some time off but my clientele they don't understand
The lyrics to U-kiss 유키스's "I Don't Understand" tell the story of a young man who is fed up with his life of crime and drug dealing. The opening lines show that he is willing to resort to violence to protect himself, and he has lost trust in those around him. He reflects on the rough path he took to get where he is today and regrets the relationships that he has damaged in the process.
Throughout the song, he expresses his frustration with his situation and the people in his life. The chorus repeats the lines "I'm tired of serving these drugs, I need some time off, but my clientele they don't understand." This shows that he is ready for a change but is trapped in his current way of life.
The bridge of the song has a more reflective tone, as he talks about the brands he wears and his favorite strain of weed. He then states his commitment to his 'plan,' which is presumably a way out of his current lifestyle. In the final verse, he comes back to violence, brandishing his gun and taking out his anger on those around him.
Line by Line Meaning
I warned that guy that I am willing to fight back
Despite trying to concentrate, I am losing faith in him
I confidently reveal my weapon as if it's a symbol of my strength
I walk with pride and luxury, showcasing my designer outfit and rug
I recall how I struggled to reach where I am today
I told that woman that I can't give her my heart
I use force on that guy because I have to prove myself
I am ready to leave but my clients can't understand my situation
I flaunt my wealth, carrying a large sum of money, and rubber bands to wrap it up
Although I prefer Off-White, Rick Owens is my favorite brand
I enjoy smoking gelato, a popular cannabis strain
As a young man, I follow my plan and make smart decisions
I carry a stick to protect myself, even if it makes me look old
I use my weapon to defend myself, I'm not afraid to fight
I hang out with my team, confident that we are richer than others
We ride in a four-door car and I might drink codeine
I move slowly and can see my target through a rifle scope
He panics when he sees me
I jump as high as a pogo stick, intimidating my enemies
I get a large supply of drugs at once
I have a gun, a 44 Magnum, with me as I travel
She performs oral sex on me like a musical instrument
I warned that guy that I am willing to fight back
Despite trying to concentrate, I am losing faith in him
I confidently reveal my weapon as if it's a symbol of my strength
I walk with pride and luxury, showcasing my designer outfit and rug
I recall how I struggled to reach where I am today
I told that woman that I can't give her my heart
I use force on that guy because I have to prove myself
I am ready to leave but my clients can't understand my situation
Lyrics © DistroKid
Written by: Anthony McCrary
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@jkmok0126
This probably has to be U-KISS best song in the album!
@yongyong103
One of their best album with those beautiful songs <3 !!! Their voice are so beautiful... I must listen to these everyday to have a good day !
@Nastia179
I love U-Kiss~ all of their songs are beautiful.
@andrewma3491
So true
@TheFobbyvampire
this song is rlly goodd! which is y im sad tht its not as popular as their other songs. i hate it wen ppl dnt discover their undiscovered songs tht r rlly good. :/
@andrewma7965
Sounds so new!!
@michelleluu13
I LOVE U-KISS and this song sooo much! It makes me feel so secure and special when they say "keep going girl you deserve it better". <3
@treylicca9955
Bran new kiss is the bestest album of ukiss. I love all of the songs! Specially this and words that hurt me
@petitepoh
Such an addicting chorus! :3
@andrewma7965
Ukiss!!!