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).
Take It Slow
U-KISS Lyrics
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Heard it from a friend who
Heard it from another you've been messin' around
They say you've got a boy friend
You're out late every weekend
They're talking about you and it's bringing me down
But I know the neighborhood
And talk is cheap when the story is good
So I'm telling you babe
That I don't think it's true babe
But even if it is keep this in mind
You take it on the run babe
If that's the way you want it baby
Then I don't want you around
I don't believe it not for a minute
You're under the gun so you take it on the run
You're thinkin' up your white lies
You're puttin' on your bedroom eyes
You say you're comin' home but you won't say when
But I can feel it's comin'
If you leave tonight keep running
And you need never look back again
You take it on the run babe
If that's the way you want it baby
Then I don't want you around
I don't believe it not for a minute
You're under the gun so you take it on the run
You take it on the run babe
If that's the way you want it baby
Then I don't want you around
I don't believe it not for a minute
You're under the gun so you take it on the run
You take it on the run babe
If that's the way you want it baby
Then I don't want you around
I don't believe it not for a minute
You're under the gun so you take it on the run
I heard it from a friend who
Heard it from a friend who
Heard it from another you've been messin' around
The U-KISS song "Take it Slow" starts with lyrics that are reminiscent of REO Speedwagon's classic "Take it on the Run". The song talks about rumours that the singer has heard about their significant other cheating on them. The verse begins with "I heard it from a friend who heard it from a friend who heard it from another you've been messin' around". The singer's friends are spreading the word around that the significant other is cheating. The rumours suggest that the partner has a boyfriend and is out late every weekend. The rumours are hurting the singer, and although they do not entirely believe in them, the constant talk about it is "bringing me down".
The chorus of the song is a warning to the significant other to "take it on the run, babe," if they are indeed cheating. If that's the way they want it, then the singer does not want them around. The line "you're under the gun," indicates that the partner is under pressure and putting up a front of white lies and bedroom eyes. However, if they choose to leave the relationship, they need never look back again, and the singer will happily "take it slow", waiting for a love that will not cheat on them.
In conclusion, "Take it Slow" sends a message of honesty, loyalty, and love. The singer is honest about the rumours they've heard, but they still want to believe in their partner. However, if the partner can't be loyal to the relationship, then the best option is for them to leave instead of pretending that everything is fine.
Line by Line Meaning
I heard it from a friend who
I was told by someone else
Heard it from a friend who
Who heard it from another person
Heard it from another you've been messin' around
That you've been unfaithful
They say you've got a boy friend
Rumors are circulating about you having a boyfriend
You're out late every weekend
You're frequently staying out late on the weekends
They're talking about you and it's bringing me down
The gossip about you is affecting me negatively
But I know the neighborhood
However, I'm familiar with the surroundings
And talk is cheap when the story is good
I understand that rumors can be exaggerated
And the tales grow taller on down the line
As people spread rumors, they tend to become more exaggerated
So I'm telling you babe
Therefore, I'm letting you know
That I don't think it's true babe
I don't believe the rumors
But even if it is keep this in mind
However, in case it's true, remember this
You take it on the run babe
If you're cheating on me, leave quickly
If that's the way you want it baby
If that's what you desire
Then I don't want you around
I don't want to be with you
You're under the gun so you take it on the run
You're pressured, so you'll run away
You're thinkin' up your white lies
You're coming up with excuses
You're puttin' on your bedroom eyes
You're trying to be seductive
You say you're comin' home but you won't say when
You claim you'll come home, but won't specify a time
But I can feel it's comin'
However, I sense that it's inevitable
If you leave tonight keep running
If you leave now, keep going
And you need never look back again
And don't ever look back
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
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@zuzannabrzeszczak1578
This is one of the most beautiful, romantic, sweet tracks in their discography. Hell, not a lot of groups of the 4th gen of K-pop make this type of music. U-Kiss are special like that.
@Beawbeawgaming
this is the song you sing/ rap to your girlfriend on your anniversary ^_^ 사랑해 유키스 <3
@terrylee6637
Found it! Finally! This song is so cute!!!
@eirenelyrics
I love this music ♡
@charona_2760
This still song still good
@nunuher7930
This is so good!!
@muneezashah
THIS IS SO CUTEEE thanks for subs !
@trevaduckworth7768
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