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).
Intro
U-KISS Lyrics
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Impressed Don't stop
Everybody
Shawty check this
Impressed Don't stop
Everybody
Hansaramdo bbajimeobshi da Get ready yo
Everybody reports 2 da dance floor
Oh oh oh oh~ Oh oh oh oh~
Kidarideon shikani da dwaesseo Move
You'd better back up
Chyeojyeo-itdeon myeot Step danbeone Catch up
Nareul ddara da Stand up
Shake shake shake it shake it
Shake ya booty jwaro uro
Shake shake shake it shake it
Wui arae arae wui
We gon' make your body rock
We gon' make your body rock
We gon' make your body rock
UKiss Kiss Kiss Kiss Kiss Kiss Kiss
Let's get down (Let's get down)
The lyrics to U-KISS's song Intro seem to be an invitation to the listener to join in on the dance party. The repetition of "Shawty check this" and "Impressed Don't stop Everybody" creates a fun and upbeat vibe, encouraging everyone to come together and enjoy the music. The following lines, "Meongchanghage chyeodaboji malgo soricheyo" roughly translate to "don't hesitate, shout out loud." This further reinforces the idea of letting loose and having a good time without holding back.
The rest of the lyrics describe the dance moves and the energy of the party. "Kidarideon shikani da dwaesseo" means "the moment you've been waiting for has come," suggesting that everyone is excited and ready to dance. The commands to "Shake shake shake it shake it" and "Shake ya booty jwaro uro" encourage listeners to get up and move their bodies. The repeated line "We gon' make your body rock" is a promise from the band to deliver an unforgettable party.
Overall, the lyrics to Intro are designed to get people in the mood to dance and have fun. By emphasizing the idea of letting loose and not holding back, the song creates a lively and exciting atmosphere.
Line by Line Meaning
Shawty check this
Hey girl, pay attention
Impressed Don't stop
Don't stop being impressed
Everybody
Everyone
Meongchanghage chyeodaboji malgo soricheyo
Jump around wildly and make some noise without worrying about anything
Hansaramdo bbajimeobshi da Get ready yo
Everyone without exception, get ready to go
Everybody reports 2 da dance floor
Everyone go to the dance floor
Oh oh oh oh~ Oh oh oh oh~
Singing a melody
Kidarideon shikani da dwaesseo Move
The planned moment has arrived, move as one
You'd better back up
It's better to retreat
Chyeojyeo-itdeon myeot Step danbeone Catch up
Catch up despite missing several steps
Nareul ddara da Stand up
Everyone follow me and stand up
Shake shake shake it shake it
Shake your body
Shake ya booty jwaro uro
Move your buttocks up and down
Wui arae arae wui
Singing a chant
We gon' make your body rock
We are going to make your body move with the music
UKiss Kiss Kiss Kiss Kiss Kiss Kiss
Singing the name of the band
Let's get down (Let's get down)
Let's start the party
Writer(s): Maboos Copyright: Uek. Co. Ltd.
Contributed by Camden L. Suggest a correction in the comments below.