The “Badly Translated Lyrics” quiz is back for another round! Translating writing or literature is a difficult art form. Translating lyrics is just as difficult, if not more so. The translator has to correctly convey the songwriter’s intended meaning while also accounting for cultural or language differences. Because of these factors, online translation sites like Google… Continue reading QUIZ: Guess The K-Pop Song From These Badly Translated Lyrics! (Male K-Pop Edition Round 2)
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Effortlessly Classy Idols And Their Not-So-Classy Selves
Some idols just look effortlessly classy. It may be the bone structure, or their facial features, or just the way they hold themselves, but there is an old-school kind of glamour and aura to these idols. Most of the time anyway. Other times, these idols shed their classy images, and their true fun-loving sides come… Continue reading Effortlessly Classy Idols And Their Not-So-Classy Selves
QUIZ: How Well Do You Know Shinhwa?
I’m a huge fan of Shinhwa. A huuuuge fan, and I absolutely love them to bits! And my love for them has driven me on a mission to spread the love to everyone else as well. Shinhwa are legends! As simple as that. They are first generation K-pop idols, and they are still active, even… Continue reading QUIZ: How Well Do You Know Shinhwa?
12 Times Our Beloved K-Pop Idols Were A ‘Lil Extra
“Extra,” “no chill,” “4D,” “cray-cray,” “beagles” — whatever you want to call it. Some idols just do things for absolutely no comprehensible reason, but we just love them all the more for it! So here are 12 such instances, and I can guarantee that while at first you will think “what on earth are they… Continue reading 12 Times Our Beloved K-Pop Idols Were A ‘Lil Extra
6 Reasons To Stan The Awesomely Talented MAMAMOO
MAMAMOO debuted in June 2014, with their hit song “Mr. Ambiguous.” They have often been considered and listed as one of the best debuts of that year, and they have only impressed their fans since then with their uniqueness, beauty, and charm. Solar, Moonbyul, Wheein, and Hwasa are all super talented girls, and deserve more… Continue reading 6 Reasons To Stan The Awesomely Talented MAMAMOO
QUIZ: How Well Do You Know WINNER?
It’s hard to believe that three years have already passed since WINNER‘s debut! The group debuted in 2014 under YG Entertainment after winning on a reality survival program called “WIN: Who Is Next?” Originally consisting of five members (Nam Tae Hyun left the group in 2016 due to health issues), the remaining four members (Kang Seung Yoon, Kim… Continue reading QUIZ: How Well Do You Know WINNER?
QUIZ: Can You Guess The Girls’ Generation MV From A Single Screenshot?
Girls’ Generation is undoubtedly a veteran in the K-pop world. The group enjoys immense popularity both in South Korea and overseas, and has numerous awards and chart topping hits under their belt. And in the 10 years that they’ve been active, they have released many gorgeous music videos that are not just due to the beauty of… Continue reading QUIZ: Can You Guess The Girls’ Generation MV From A Single Screenshot?
QUIZ: How Well Do You Know Girls’ Generation?
Girls’ Generation is a force to be reckoned with. As girl group disbandments are becoming a sad reality these days, their 10 years together seem all the more impressive. They have taken over music charts again and again, both in South Korea and internationally, have held numerous world tours, and they have even promoted on American talk… Continue reading QUIZ: How Well Do You Know Girls’ Generation?
First Impressions: “Criminal Minds” – Criminally Good Or Just Criminal?
Following fellow American dramas “The Good Wife” and “Entourage,” “Criminal Minds” has now also been remade into a Korean series, starring Lee Joon Gi, Moon Chae Won, and Son Hyun Joo. The US version, a procedural drama that airs on the CBS channel, will enter into its 13th(!) season this coming September. The upcoming season will… Continue reading First Impressions: “Criminal Minds” – Criminally Good Or Just Criminal?
QUIZ: Can You Guess The K-Pop Song From These Badly Translated Lyrics? (Female Edition)
Translating writing or literature is a difficult art form. Translating lyrics is just as difficult, if not more so. The translator has to correctly convey the songwriter’s intended meaning while also accounting for cultural or language differences. Because of these factors, online translation sites like Google Translate are often found not quite up to task. As… Continue reading QUIZ: Can You Guess The K-Pop Song From These Badly Translated Lyrics? (Female Edition)