While studying at Kings College, this promising pianist released his first album "Love Scene" through DECCA records. Additionally, during his time in college, he participated in a musical tour in Europe. Making a historical impact for his country, Yiruma was the first Korean artist to receive an invitation to perform at the 2002 MIDEM in Cannes, France.
While being successful in the music industry, Yiruma decided to serve in the South Korean military. Hence, in 2006 he gave up his British citizenship and enlisted in the Korean Navy. Completed his service in the Korean Navy, he began the 2008 Yiruma Come Back Tour, Ribbonized, in 20 cities across Korea. His former concerts in Korea have been always on issue. Actually, he is the first newage artist whose concert tour in more than 10 cities was sold-out in Korea. The talented musician Yiruma, in 2009, became a DJ for KBS 1FM
In 2011, Yiruma released his best album with Sony Music Entertainment Korea Inc., and his concert
2012 May, Yiruma released his 7th studio album [Stay in Memory]. Since it has been 3 years from Yiruma’s last studio album, he composed beautiful piano solo pieces which fans have been waiting for. The Album 「Stay in Memory」 is recorded in a concert hall for vividness of playing by two Korean best engineers; one is Lee Jae Hoon and the other is Hwang Byeong Joon who is the first Korean winner of “Best Engineer” on Grammy Awards. He has participated in mastering this album and made the best of Yiruma’s playing. And Yiruma held concert tour which is extension of album promotion. Yiruma’s concert is one of the popular concerts in Korea, 28 Shows in 26 different cities were all sold out.
Yiruma made appearances on German TV show “Wilkommen Bei Carmen Nebel” 2012 March, and received huge applause by the audience. 2013 April, Yiruma held first live album release showcase in Passionskirche, Berlin, Germany. Media and fans were astonished by Yiruma’s amazing performances. Yiruma went on Australian promotion tour in May 2013 covering media interviews, TV and radio appearances. The Australian promotion tour was much successful and it was highlighted by Yiruma’s showcase at Sydney Opera House.
Official website: http://youtube.com/YirumaVEVO
(2) Born on February 15, 1978 in Seoul, South Korea, pianist Yiruma (real name: I Ru-ma) has released a string of successful albums in the 2000s and managed to land a number one hit with his composition "River Flows in You." Additionally, he was the first Korean artist to be invited to perform at the 2002 MIDEM in Cannes, France. Yiruma began playing the piano at the age of five and then moved to London in 1988 to study at the Purcell School of Music, where he graduated in July 1997. In June 2000, he completed a composition major at King's College London, and from 2001 onward he released a number of albums that can be categorized somewhere between the "contemporary classical" and "new age" genres. His 2001 album First Love contained the composition "River Flows in You," which subsequently became a number one hit in several countries, especially when it was briefly considered to be included on the soundtrack of the movie Twilight. Even though the producers ultimately did not use the piece, a series of YouTube videos appeared online where Yiruma's cut was put into the corresponding scene, boosting the track's popularity and resulting in it being remixed by German DJ Alex Christensen in 2010. Yiruma also composed the scores for the movie Oasis (directed by Lee Chang-dong) and the stop-motion animated film Doggy Poo (directed by Kwon Oh-sung). ~ Christian Genzel, Rovi
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Yiruma Lyrics
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Shigani ureul jinachodo
Byeonhaji ankechi
Jamsi yohaengeul donatdeon neo
Gok bul su itdaneun
Shigani ureul jinachodo
Jamsi yohaengeul donatdeon neo
Gok bul su itdaneun
Naeil ohu neoreul mannal georaneun
Gidae soge na jamdeuleo
Naeil ohu neoreul mannal georaneun
Gidae soge na jamdeuleo
Shigani ureul jinachodo
Byeonhaji ankechi
Jamsi yohaengeul donatdeon neo
Gok bul su itdaneun
Naeil ohu neoreul mannal georaneun
Gidae soge na jamdeuleo
Naeil ohu neoreul mannal georaneun
Gidae soge na jamdeuleo
Gieoksoge...
Geurimeuro...
Na jam deuleo
Yiruma's Just For A While is an instrumental piece that evokes emotions of longing, nostalgia, and a hint of sadness. The title of the song suggests that the piece is meant to be temporary or fleeting, as if the time spent with someone is just for a little while. The repetitive melody and slow tempo provide a calming and reflective atmosphere, like a moment of rest in a busy and chaotic world. The use of the piano as the main instrument further enhances the emotion and vulnerability of the piece, making it a beautiful and memorable work of art that speaks to the heart.
The lyrics, which are minimal and mainly repeated throughout the song, add more depth and meaning to the instrumental. The lines speak about the passing of time and the need to cherish the present, for even though time moves forward and things may change, some memories and feelings can last a lifetime. The line "jamsi yohaengeul donatdeon neo" suggests that the person being referred to has given some comfort during hard times, that they are a source of strength and comfort amidst the challenges of life. The lines "naeil ohu neoreul mannal georaneun, gidae soge na jamdeuleo" suggest that the hope of meeting this person again in the future gives comfort and solace in the present.
Line by Line Meaning
Shigani ureul jinachodo
Even though time passes
Byeonhaji ankechi
Things don't seem to change
Jamsi yohaengeul donatdeon neo
You who used to bring me some temporary relief
Gok bul su itdaneun
Are able to be remembered
Naeil ohu neoreul mannal georaneun
I will meet you tomorrow at the same place
Gidae soge na jamdeuleo
I will wait for you in memories
Gieoksoge...
In my memories...
Geurimeuro...
Into the distance...
Na jam deuleo
I stand still
Writer(s): Yiruma
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