JYJ3′s Note: This is “One Kiss” (Sample), Buy the full song here
Review One
In music I find there to be a large difference between someone that just has vocal ability and someone that has soul. In searching through the music of popular stars’ for good music which contains soul, I came across a song from a JYJ member’s latest album. When I listened to it, I felt too impressed and frankly, the song shocked me. It was reminiscent of one of those electrifying, classic Gun’s and Roses songs and even I, a 36 year old man, felt fascinated by the progression and evolution of the mood of the song and for 2 hours I listened to it, never getting tired. You could hear the soul of the singer in every breath he took and I was listening I thought, this kind of vocal power… is it what you would call… unstoppable?
I could do nothing but praise it and wish that [the singer] will never lose the color and soul in his voice… good job Kim Jaejoong.
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Review Two
The day before yesterday, I was looking at the new albums on Melon when suddenly from the screen I saw two big eyes looking at me.
I became curious—who was this person? So I clicked on his song, ‘One Kiss’.
As soon as it started playing I knew that this was unlike any song that I have heard from an idol and as I listened to the music I thought… wow…
It had the feel of an American or British rock song.
Above all else, Kim Jaejoong’s rock vocals gave me the feeling of being like David Bowie or T.Rex (t/n: classic British glam rock band). In our country, we lack that sexy and decadent rock genre that was brought by Kim Jaejoong’s husky vocals mixed with the electronic music. Oh, this is the kind of popular music I want.
As far as I know, idols these days just follow their agency and the agency’s composers. Because of that, this idol era seems a bit pathetic when it comes to music. The Korean pop music scene is dominated only by worries about chart rankings or performances in various events. It leads people to think that Korean pop music is just constantly the same old thing. But when I listened to Kim Jaejoong’s ‘One Kiss’, it was like a breath of fresh air. I felt a sense of excitement as I listened to the lyrics mixed with the sounds of the guitar, bass, and drums. It was finally a domestic band that had a talented and advanced sound.
So I looked up the song!
And I saw that the musical composition was done by none other than Kim Bada.
Because he is a big deal, I wondered why I didn’t hear about it before. haha
And of course the vocals which I liked so much were from Kim Jaejoong…but the reports that he was the lyricist as well surprised me the most.
The lyrics “Heaven shines down on you”~~they stuck with me and I found that part to be especially good while I’m running on the treadmill. haha
I read that Kim Jaejoong has a tough situation with appearing on television in order to promote. But for people who have no interest in idols, like me, the internet really is the best way for us to discover these artists.
I hope the agency will promote this song well.
The song hook is still stuck in my head even without me noticing it. I wish everybody could hear it so that Kim Jaejoong’s talents will not go to waste.
I think that Kim Jaejoong has a long, long future in music and I hope he continues to carefully collaborate with other great musicians and artists.
In conclusion: Great song; hope it’s promoted well.
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Review Three
There is a feeling that comes after listening to a good song.
When the lyrics and the tone of the song blend together so well, creating a mood where a person can become introspective.
When you listen to the song, you can slowly think about anything that you want for those almost four minutes, and the weight from your shoulders will vanish.
It’s almost like watching a two hour movie and hearing a song being played in it, and in that whole movie it’s that one song that expresses the heart or the mood.
It’s a song that when you listen to it can inspire you to write or create.
So, that is a good song to me.
Kim Jaejoong’s solo song One Kiss is meaningful to me in all of those senses.
After hearing it I went, on the suggestions of his fans, and listened to his older songs like the Japanese Maze, which combined orchestra and band music, and made me feel as though I was listening to something from a musical.
The atmosphere of those songs was fun, but I am glad that he is now “growing” and you can see the evolution of his voice and style twenty fold in his new song.
In fact, I think it was only because he has been working for 10 years as a singer and has gone through all the various growing pains of the business that he is able to sing a song such as One Kiss.
If he had sang this song four years ago, it would have lacked the depth of emotions and passion. However he waited four years to make this kind of song, and the results are immaculate.
I couldn’t know, because I was born as me
About this common kiss and rough heart
You taught me how to find memories that had been hidden
These lyrics, perhaps I myself might have written them as I walked through life?
Had he gone into my dreams and extracted these feelings from them?
I think the “you” in Kim Jaejoong’s lyrics is different for each person, but it created a stimulus for me to want to rise up again and live my life with passion.
These are lyrics that connect with living in the current, Kim Jaejoong’s words are the words of all the male and female youths in their 20s.
Is it too late?
At the narrow crossroads you put wings on me
And from those people whom you have placed wings on, we thank you
From what little I have seen, you are a person who is radiant and glowing on stage.
Please continue to sing on it.
And thank you for singing this song.
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Review Four
Hello. I am from the Kim KyungHo gallery (t/n: Kim KyungHo is a famous Korean rock artist)
This is the first time that I am coming into the Kim Jaejoong gallery so it is nice to meet you.
A friend of mine who is a Jaejoong fan referred me to his video since she knows I like rock, and I took a look.
I really loved his voice and the mood of his song.
I will admit that I love dramas and I have seen Protect the Boss and Dr. Jin before so I am not completely a muggle.
What do you call a person in such a position as mine?
I have not been following his musical career, however.
Because I thought idol fans generally tend to like pretty people over talent.
However, when I heard the material from Jaejoong I thought his voice was well suited to my tastes.
My friend then had a good idea, she wanted to show me his past performances in live venues.
After hearing his old music I knew that I was correct in thinking that Jaejoong’s voice seemed to be made particularly for my tastes.
It is a voice that makes me feel as though my heart is seized.
Jaejoong’s voice is truly original and hard to match.
And the way that he expresses himself on stage captures all of his feelings.
Of course, during his old performances he was young and sang a variety of songs. And so, sometimes had trouble controlling the treble tone of his voice…
But for being so young, the level of competence he showed in the [rock] genre was something I did not think possible.
Jaejoong, even if it’s hard, I hope that you will continue to sing rock.
Because of you, rock is becoming more accessible to the public and the rock ballad genre suits you.
Even when you were five and had to sing only your company’s music, your emotions shone the best when you were singing rock.
It makes me want to hear more from you.
This is just a half-Muggle’s wishful thinking, nothing more.
But…wow!
I cannot explain how happy I am that Jaejoong’s solo is rock music.
In addition, he is working with skillful musicians.
The song that I heard from him will not let me go.
I don’t think it’s a song that can disappoint.
Today I was reading some posts about Jaejoong…
And the reality he is facing, though I prayed hard that it wasn’t true.
Unlike the other popular singers, when he has a new song there will be trouble with broadcasting and publicity, I’ve heard.
I came here and wrote this long post because I wanted say that I will help if I can.
Even though I am not a part of the fandom, I know that because of you great results can happen and I want to join that, through streaming or spreading this song more. Maybe I am thinking too much?
But after hearing this song, I wanted to convey my thoughts of support. It was a song that touched me and I wanted to give back to Kim Jaejoong…
Even if my only contribution is writing these type of needlessly long posts.
Jaejoong’s singing is very good.
This album is certainly a good idea.
And the song that I have heard, One Kiss, is a good song.
So for his fans, please continue fighting!
Granted, even if the streaming is enough to rank in the top, he still might not appear on television.
But to prepare music and just to be a singer itself is a difficult task
And even if he is not able to promote like others, the result of all his hard work is not any less rewarding.
I will be sure to cheer this album and also follow the future development of the musician Kim Jaejoong.
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Translated by: Yule @ PrinceJJ
Shared by: PrinceJJ 1, 2 + JYJ3
Wow…wOW, WOw….WOW!!!!!!
thank you for those positive reviews. Indeed Jaejoong have a very unique original voice, and he sings with so much depth. and i guess we are all really happy he choose to rock this time because it suits him very well. so Jaejoong ROCK ON!
yes, there is a time and season for all things in our lives and he is listening very well to that! i am so happy we have this rock cd~and now was the time for it.
yes now is his time to rock. he is ready and he can freely do it. i’m really happy i found this awesome man name kim jaejoong a over a year ago.
i’m so proud!!!
ya , you’re absolutely right,, He’s got a lovely voice..he can sing ballad songs or sing a rock song . I’ve watch maze many times already .So lets give him a big support. I’ll be waiting for his album to be released here.
Omg. I am so proud that I am sobbing. Seriously. Joong ah~ what do we do with my swollen eyes…
Just my honest thoughts
As a late Cassie (I only heard about DBSK in 2010) my heart truly broke when after discovering this uber-talented quintet, I realized that they were no more. Immediately I adopted the AKTF slogan and hoped that one day these five ‘brothers’ could be reunited under their rightful title as ‘Kings of K-Pop’.
Don’t get me wrong, nothing will make me happier than to see their reunification and to hear a rendition of Bolero live, but I must say, this split has really raised the bar for K-Pop. Their fight has resulted in better working conditions for artistes and now their music manages to stand out despite their current ban from domestic broadcasts. Kudos to C-Jes for finding ways of keeping JYJ relevant and close to their fans despite the obvious difficulties. Kudos to JYJ for continuing to fight despite their adversities to create novel and memorable experiences, whether by music or by drama/ movie/ musical. I can only hope that the international community will sit up and take notice of this talented trio! And what do you think will it take for domestic broadcasters to relinquish the ‘ban’? I wonder if JYJ has to win a Grammy and/ or be fawned over by the international media like Psy?
I agree. I think the whole ordeal was a blessing in disguise. I wish that neither of the 5 had to experience such pain but there was something seriously wrong with how business was conducted in talent agencies and someone had to step up to expose them. Although they suffered so much and til this day they still have to overcome many obstacles and face monsters in this business, that constant fight is what made them who they are today. One of the accounts above said that maybe JJ wouldn’t have been able to interpret the song with soul, passion and power if he hadn’t endured so much in his life. Who knows? Maybe he wouldn’t even be writing such beautiful lyrics today if he was living in the “happy idol world” where others tell you what to sing, how to look and how to act.
I’m glad they found Cjes or Cjes found them because they allow them to explore their artistic freedom. It’s sad that so much had to happen to get to this place but the destination is worth it.
He makes us proud, again. With only “One kiss”, he’s proven how vocally gifted he is. Jaejoong isn’t just a pretty face, he’s an experienced singer with a powerful, soothing voice and lots of other talents to boost. I’m glad his song has moved non-fans and helped him gain more fans and recognition. Keep rocking, JJ!
It amazes me (and yet it shouldn’t) that JJ’s One Kiss got so many positive reviews from non-fans. I’m so proud of my bias :3 I feel like people are praising my (not yet conceived LOL) baby boy or something, with the way my heart feels so happy. I’m a proud mommy
Also, I have to say that I was a teensy bit worried about the reception of the KRock fans, you know, that they might think JJ is wannabe or something… I’m really glad that is not the case. ^^
Very Very Proud of our JJ
i always very happy and grateful every time i read such a non fan account or a reviews from non fans because their opinion is neutral and i am very glad that many non fans got impressed by Jae’s new song/solo mini album. I already read some comments from other site and almost of them said the same thing. These days they feel so bored with kpop which always have same taste from time to time so for them our Jae’s songs really bring a fresh air.
I am really proud to Jae also Junsu who dared to step out from Kpop mainstream with their ability as musician.It’s goes same with Yoochun, maybe he is gonna released his own solo album like his brothers too someday and one things for sure related with his acting skill, It’s gonna be hard to break his down from his position as an actor now since he already gaining many awards and with a high rating also he already part on the list of a great actor of Korea.
Talented people like our boys can’t be buried forever. It’s true that our fandom growing slowly than any other group who freely promote through TV broadcast but one thing for sure JYJ have their own way to reach every people heart….Their disadvantages sometimes can changed to be their opportunities such for improving their talents on composing, arranger, song writing when they can’t got any composer/music arranger/song writer who willing to work for them, they can explore their talent on acting (on drama/musical) and in another area.
When other people said to gave up, or you never gonna be win such battle since you are so little than those big company which have a money and power but the boys said such it’s doesn’t matter how small the venue we are gonna keep standing on the stage, even thought there are only one person who gonna listen our song we are gonna give our best effort to sing for that person, we never gonna gave up for the sake of the people who always support/standing up with us. Their spirit and effort already give a good result for proved that those people saying are not true. They (JYJ) who ever doubted to win and can’t be survived without any broadcast for 3 years now became one of the most great group who can spread their talent in many area.
BTW sorry for this long comment…..
Jae-ah i can’t to see your MV already >_<
Congratulations Jaejoong. This is how it is done…one fan at a time. No matter how hard the ‘other’ side tries, they will not be able to stop your talent, nor that of your brothers. This is what SM is scared of. You have the kind of talent that will last a long time.
Because you are smart, talented, focused, hardworking, and FREE, you are able to chart your own course. Keep up the good work my young brother. This butterfly is proud to be a JYJ fan.
KEEP ON ROCKIN’ IT!!
Those reviews are like super medicine for aching heart of fandom members. Even I my self, is a new comer for JYJ fan especialy for Jae (as Chunnie is my bias *lol*), felt really at ease reading those genuine comments, and even some are willing to help spreading the truth, to not let good talent goes to waste due to the cruelty fact of SK entertainment industries against JYJ.
Kim Jaejoong fighting! And please include Indonesia into your promo tour, we’ll be waiting
@nondino
And hopefully when he goes to Indo next time he has his voice…haha! Chunnie is my ultimate bias too so I guess we should share him..*wink wink*
I need to share this with you all, I had some friends over last night. When I mention JYJ on a convo, one of the guys said:
” that Jae guy has the tiniest waist and the most kissable lips in all kpop history ever! “…seriously my jaw was on the ground!!
I have known him for bout 4 yrs I never would have expected that comming from him…cuz he’s married..lol!! Oh and they all
listened and pretty much hooked with ‘One Kiss’. Power of Jae. Nuff said.
” that Jae guy has the tiniest waist and the most kissable lips in all kpop history ever!” <<<<< I AGREE!!! XD Wow, I wish I had guy friends (or even a girl friend in RL) who says stuff like that… Hahaha!!
i’m really happy for all positive respons. but what make me touched (and cries) is Jaejoong’s feeling had reach their hearts through his One Kiss, when most of them had no clue about who he was or his & JYJ’s problems!
Thank you, really thank you for giving him a chance in your lifes.
wow…sound sooo good ^______________^
“The day before yesterday, I was looking at the new albums on Melon when suddenly from the screen I saw two big eyes looking at me.” –LOL!!! XDD
But yes, I agree! I had only time to listen to this song twice before I had to go to school but it was stuck in my head the whole day! It’s so catchy and wonderful and it feels so SHORT even though it’s a little over 3 minutes. Jaejoong’s done a magnificent job. His voice and the feel of the song with the instruments… all are so breathtaking! Aghh can’t get enough of it. Go Jaejoong!! So proud of you ^^
Next step: NEW JYJ ALBUM
Please please please. With the growth of JJ and Junsu in terms of music, putting them together would be so awesome. And of course, add in Chunnie’s charisma for the MV and his deep, sexy, husky voice to complement JaeSu’s voices, it’d be so perfect.
Or maybe I just miss hearing a new JYJ song lol
Fighitng, JYJ!
I very much hope that Jaejoong will see and be able to read these reviews of his tremendous achievement. After all he has gone through over the years, I think it would be wonderful for him to read these words and KNOW that he was right to pursue his dream.
“As far as I know, idols these days just follow their agency and the agency’s composers. Because of that, this idol era seems a bit pathetic when it comes to music. The Korean pop music scene is dominated only by worries about chart rankings or performances in various events. It leads people to think that Korean pop music is just constantly the same old thing. But when I listened to Kim Jaejoong’s ‘One Kiss’, it was like a breath of fresh air.”
Well, JJ was ‘born free’. You know what ‘free’ means to JJ? He wants to do his own music, compatible with his soul. That’s why the song was so good.
gosh only after I read some fans comments, I realised JJ new twitter name’s meaning
his past achievements’ve been great but we do waiting for his new exciting journey ^ I think they all (good or bad one) may bring out how he’s today
Singing a song is easy…but singing a song that touches ppls heart is not…jj is just that
yes, hearing JaeJoong voice will seizes our heart immediately
be it ballad, pop dance, or even rock style..
actually I’m not the fans of rock music (except for Coldplay) but these few days I find myself can’t stop hearing one kiss over & over again ^ really miss ur singing, hope can catch up the live asia tour if there’s any ^ ^ don’t bother w/ the broadcast stuck, u’re surely going above the way, fighting!!!
yupp ^ hope he knows how even the non-fans feel.. ppl say process is sometimes more important than the result but still.. seeing the result effect could be encouraging rite?
I love jae’s ability to interpret and deliver a song. Beyond his incredible voice, this is really what separate him from the rest. That’s why he is able to write and compose amazing songs.
I feel a great sense of pride reading all these non-fans account.
I remember back then that the idea of Jaejoong having a solo album was unwelcome by some fans because of various reasons,
and I’m so thankful that Jae granted our wish and finally gives us a mini-solo album and the pre-release One Kiss receives great recognition and admiration of his singing ability even from non-fans.
I’ve heard the song. It’s much better than I expected. Hope it become a big successful.
Congratulations for JJ, staffs, and everyone ^^
It’s incredibly uplifting on hearing that non-fans are reacting so positively to the song. I think it was a perfect idea for Jaejoong to decide to go down the rock route. The style suits his husky voice perfectly, not to mention he loves singing rock music.
And when you love something and have so much passion for it, it will always come out with great results.
I still find it incredibly sad and vexing that JYJ members aren’t allowed on music related broadcast shows, but they don’t need to appear on tv to show others they’re amazing and talented artists. Their music speaks for them. There’s only so much of the population who are hardcore fans of idol music or follow that scene. The majority of the Korean population, I’m sure, probably don’t even pay attention to idol music. Like one of the reviewers wrote, most people use the internet in order to find music to listen to because that’s where non-idol musicians promote their music since they don’t appear on tv.