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).
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U-KISS Lyrics
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アンビバレンスな容姿、言動
暴走する妄想、止められなかった
Turned on my fire
燃え上がる my desire
ただ君の素顔、知りたくて
狂おしいくらいに駆り立てられた
Play back もう一度あの夜を、
Play back 目覚めたら
そこにいるはず、だった
夢を見てたのか?
Play back, and do it again
忘れない
I held you tight,
なのに why?
Nothing left behind
愛はない?
Don't let me down
You've left me high and dry
Maybe you tried me
たった一度のチャンスだった
でも、それをこの手は逃した
情熱だけじゃ
すぐ燃え尽きる、なんて
強がる横顔、思い出す
過ちだった、とは言わせたくない
Play back 抱きしめた後から、
生まれる恋もある、と
Play back 伝えたい
めぐり逢えた奇跡は、
夢なんかじゃない
Play back, and do it again
決められたルートが
あるわけじゃないよ
そうさ、きっと君に
誤解されているだけだ
You don't know how much
I love you, so
You don't know how much
I love you, so
Give me one more chance,
I will do my best
まだあきらめちゃいない
say you'll be mine
You don't know how much
I love you, so
You don't know how much
I love you, so
I gotta hold you tight
And I say I love you
You are mine
Then we will make crazy night
気づけよ I'm your man
Make up 落として
Face up みせる
ありのままの姿を、
Break up 求めてた
ひとりよがりなぼくが、
君を傷つけてた
Play back もう一度あの夜を、
巻き戻して、この手に
Play back もう二度と
離しはしないことを
証明するから
Play back, and do it again
The lyrics of "Play Back" by U-KISS depict a complex mix of emotions and thoughts surrounding a relationship. The song seems to explore themes of uncertainty, desire, missed opportunities, and the longing to relive moments with a loved one. The singer is torn between viewing the object of their affection as a "Baby" or a "Lady," highlighting the ambiguity and confusion in their feelings.
The opening lines describe a sense of ambivalence in the appearance and actions of the person being addressed. The singer admits to being consumed by their fantasies and desires, unable to control the intensity of their emotions. The reference to "Turned on my fire" and "燃え上がる my desire" suggests a burning passion and longing to uncover the true nature of their love interest.
The repetition of "Play back" signifies a desire to rewind time and relive a particular night, suggesting a yearning to recapture a moment of intimacy or connection. The lyrics convey a sense of regret for missed chances and a plea for another opportunity to prove their love. The singer questions whether their love was real or merely a dream, emphasizing the confusion and doubt clouding their emotions.
As the song progresses, the lyrics express feelings of heartbreak and betrayal, with the singer feeling abandoned and questioning the sincerity of their partner's affections. There is a plea for understanding and a willingness to prove the depth of their love despite past mistakes. The repeated declarations of love and desire for reconciliation underscore the singer's determination to make things right and hold onto the relationship.
In the final verses, there is a sense of self-realization and accountability as the singer acknowledges their shortcomings and the hurt they may have caused. The lyrics express a desire for a fresh start and a commitment to never let go of their loved one again. The refrain of "Play back, and do it again" conveys a longing for a second chance and a belief in the enduring power of love to overcome misunderstandings and obstacles. Ultimately, the song captures the complexity of love, longing, and the universal desire to rewind time and rewrite our stories of heartbreak and redemption.
Line by Line Meaning
Baby? or Lady?
Confusion over your identity, behavior, and appearance
アンビバレンスな容姿、言動
Conflicting appearance and actions
暴走する妄想、止められなかった
Unstoppable wild fantasies
Turned on my fire
Ignited my passion
燃え上がる my desire
Burning with desire
ただ君の素顔、知りたくて
Just want to know your true face
狂おしいくらいに駆り立てられた
Driven madly by my desire
Play back もう一度あの夜を、
Replay that night
巻き戻して、この手に
Rewind and hold it in my hand
Play back 目覚めたら
I should be there when you wake up
そこにいるはず、だった
I was supposed to be there
夢を見てたのか?
Was I dreaming?
Play back, and do it again
Replay it and do it over
忘れない
I won't forget
I held you tight,
I held you close
なのに why?
But why?
Nothing left behind
Is there no love left?
愛はない?
Is there no love?
Don't let me down
Don't disappoint me
You've left me high and dry
You've abandoned me
Maybe you tried me
Perhaps you tested me
たった一度のチャンスだった
It was just one chance
でも、それをこの手は逃した
But I let it slip through my fingers
情熱だけじゃ
With just passion,
すぐ燃え尽きる、なんて
It burns out quickly
強がる横顔、思い出す
I remember your brave face
過ちだった、とは言わせたくない
I don't want to admit it was a mistake
Play back 抱きしめた後から、
Since I embraced you
生まれる恋もある、と
New love can blossom
Play back 伝えたい
I want to convey
めぐり逢えた奇跡は、
The miracle of meeting you
夢なんかじゃない
Is not a dream
Play back, and do it again
Replay it and do it over
決められたルートが
There's no predetermined path
あるわけじゃないよ
It's not set in stone
そうさ、きっと君に
Yeah, I'm sure you've misunderstood me
誤解されているだけだ
That's all it is, a misunderstanding
You don't know how much
You don't understand how much
I love you, so
I love you deeply
Give me one more chance,
Give me another opportunity
I will do my best
I will try my hardest
まだあきらめちゃいない
I haven't given up yet
say you'll be mine
Promise to be with me
I gotta hold you tight
I have to hold you close
And I say I love you
And express my love for you
You are mine
You belong to me
Then we will make crazy night
We will have an unforgettable night
気づけよ I'm your man
Realize that I'm the one for you
Make up 落として
Drop the makeup
Face up みせる
Show your true face
ありのままの姿を、
In your natural form
Break up 求めてた
I longed for a breakup
ひとりよがりなぼくが、
I, selfishly
君を傷つけてた
Hurt you
Play back もう一度あの夜を、
Replay that night
巻き戻して、この手に
Rewind and hold it in my hand
Play back もう二度と
Never again
離しはしないことを
Will I let you go
証明するから
I'll prove it
Play back, and do it again
Replay it and do it over
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Written by: Kato Kenn
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