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).
Reality
U-KISS Lyrics
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If you need someone
To walk you through
The hardest times
Here's my hope
If you lost your inspiration
Have you lost your inspiration
And I believe
Make them believe
Show them what it means
To lose yourself
In your dreams
To come so close to reality
Let the bright lights hypnotize your eyes
As adrenaline crashes into your mind
If you feel
Like you lost your passion.
Then close your eyes
And slow it down
Slow it down
And start all over
And I believe
In your every word
Make them believe
Show them what it means
To lose yourself
In your dreams
To come so close to reality
Let the bright lights hypnotize your eyes
As adrenaline crashes into your mind
Slow it down, slow it down when it's over
Slow it down, slow it down and start all over
Slow it down, slow it down when it's over
Slow it down, slow it down and start all over
Make them believe
Show them what it means
What it means to be
Make them believe
Show them what it means
What it means to be
To lose yourself
In your dreams
To come so close to reality
Let the bright lights hypnotize your eyes
As adrenaline crashes into your mind
The lyrics of U-KISS's song "Reality" convey a message of support and encouragement to someone who may be going through difficult times or feeling uninspired. The first verse suggests that the singer is offering a helping hand and providing a source of hope for the listener during challenging moments. They emphasize their belief in the listener's words and dreams, encouraging them to make others believe as well.
The chorus further emphasizes the importance of losing oneself in dreams and coming close to reality. The use of bright lights and adrenaline symbolize the exhilaration and intensity of pursuing one's passions. It suggests that the listener should allow themselves to be captivated by the excitement and energy that comes with chasing their dreams and letting go of any doubt or loss of passion they may be experiencing.
The bridge of the song advises the listener to slow down and start over if they feel like they have lost their way or their passion. By closing their eyes and taking a moment to reset, the singer suggests that the listener can regain their focus and rekindle their drive. The repetition of "slow it down, slow it down" reinforces the need to take a step back and find a renewed sense of purpose.
Overall, the lyrics encourage the listener to keep believing in themselves, to show others what it means to chase their dreams, and to never lose sight of their passion. The combination of the energetic imagery of bright lights and crashing adrenaline with the advice to slow down creates a powerful contrast that highlights the importance of balancing ambition and self-care in the pursuit of one's goals.
Line by Line Meaning
Here's my hand
I am offering my support and assistance to you.
If you need someone
If you are in need of someone to rely on.
To walk you through
To guide and accompany you through difficult times.
The hardest times
The most challenging moments or situations.
Here's my hope
I am sharing my optimism and belief in you.
If you lost your inspiration
If you have misplaced or no longer feel inspired.
Have you lost your inspiration
Are you currently lacking in inspiration?
And I believe
I have faith in you and what you say.
In your every word
In everything you express or communicate.
Make them believe
Convince others to have faith and trust.
Show them what it means
Demonstrate the true significance or essence.
To lose yourself
To fully immerse and dedicate yourself.
In your dreams
In pursuing your aspirations or goals.
To come so close to reality
To be on the verge of achieving your dreams.
Let the bright lights hypnotize your eyes
Allow the dazzling lights to captivate and mesmerize you.
As adrenaline crashes into your mind
As the rush of excitement and energy overwhelms your thoughts.
If you feel
If you are experiencing.
Like you lost your passion.
As if you have misplaced or no longer feel passionate.
Then close your eyes
Then shut out external influences and distractions.
And slow it down
And take a moment to relax and pause.
And start all over
And begin anew or restart the process.
Slow it down, slow it down when it's over
Take your time and reflect when a situation has concluded.
Slow it down, slow it down and start all over
Take your time and begin again from the beginning.
Make them believe
Convince others to have faith and trust.
Show them what it means
Demonstrate the true significance or essence.
What it means to be
What it entails or signifies to exist.
Make them believe
Convince others to have faith and trust.
Show them what it means
Demonstrate the true significance or essence.
What it means to be
What it entails or signifies to exist.
To lose yourself
To fully immerse and dedicate yourself.
In your dreams
In pursuing your aspirations or goals.
To come so close to reality
To be on the verge of achieving your dreams.
Let the bright lights hypnotize your eyes
Allow the dazzling lights to captivate and mesmerize you.
As adrenaline crashes into your mind
As the rush of excitement and energy overwhelms your thoughts.
Lyrics © O/B/O DistroKid
Written by: Alan Scarpa, John Abbate, Josh Craig, William Pokriots
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
leela
U kiss will always be one of my favourite groups they were 100% underrated
Alexis Duong
2015 and I'm still re-watching this show <3
melagoyangi
+MsKoreanFevah I'm the same x'D I just love it too much. They should do a show like this again!
Mina Chan
@MsKoreanFevah Me too - I love this show, they're still adorable
Kazel De Guia
@MsKoreanFevah Same Hereeee! U-Kiss didn't change at all xD especially my Baby Kevin the guy who is prettier than a real girl xP #MissingTheOldUkiss
Kittenfur
So damn amusing no matter how many times I watched this <3 I love them so much~
Candy Jung
They really look alike!! I thought it's Kibum at first but no it's Hyung Jun!! oh my gosh!!! I love them..
Candy Jung
This two cute brothers.. 😍
christine mejorada
I MISS THEM SO MUCH :3 specially those three :3
ratedrkorox
I LOVE THIS SHOW!!! Can never get tired of it!!! xD