Bang Yongguk
Date of birth: 31.03.1990
Height: 180cm / Weight: 65kg
Annyeonghaseyo. Im B.A.P’s leader, Bang Yongguk!
Date of birth: 31.03.1990
Height: 180cm / Weight: 65kg
Annyeonghaseyo. Im B.A.P’s leader, Bang Yongguk!
Q: What made you want to become a singer?
During middle school, I listened to black music under the influence of my sister. After that, from my 2nd year of middle school, I wrote lyrics based on foreign music performances, and I uploaded it on sites such as community bulletin boards. From those who heard it, I received response such as my voice is similar to black rapper. It seems unusual for a middle school student to rap in such a way. From that time onwards, I dreamed of becoming a rapper.
Q: What type of girls do you like?
I like girls who are pure, honest and kind. Girls who pick up trash from the floor and help people when they seem in trouble.
Himchan
Date of birth: 19.04.1990
Height: 180cm / Weight: 69kg
Annyeonghaseyo. I am in charge of vocal in B.A.P and the 「Mother」 of the group, Himchan!
Q: What made you want to become a singer?
Even when I became a university student, I did not think that I would become a singer. By chance, I was scouted on the street… I met TS Entertainment, the atmosphere which seems like a family is really good, and I entered the company. Since that time, I began walking the road of a singer in earnest.
Q: What type of girls do you like?
I like girls who have motherly characteristics and someone who cares about style as well.
—- In Korea, you have made your debut in January 2012, and we recognized as the large scale rookie.
Daehyun: Being recognized as the large-scale rookie and our singer life had just only begun, it’s a fact that we do feel a bit of pressure because we must respond to expectations. However, we are still not able to actually feel the popularity. We can only confirm it by the number of members in our fan café increasing day by day. Thank you very much. Currently, the number of members in our fan café is more than 2000 (laughs).
—- What do you think is the secret of popularity?
Himchan: For me, I think whether it’s my familiarity/intimacy point. Besides that, I am equipped with a soft feel to it… (laughs). It’s a little embarrassing saying this out from my mouth… Jongup is the master of dance, and he has a good figure. Besides that, he is the 「organic man(?)」. He is really pure. I think such a gap is attractive. Daehyun is as if there is no appearance complaint attached, and when Yongguk is on stage, he has a 180 degree charisma transformation that as a man, I think is cool. Youngjae’s name means gifted. He has a strong sense of responsibility; that’s why he does his job perfectly. Zelo, the magnae, has a cute appearance and he’s tall. With the high-level rap, he is loved by noonas.
—- I would like you to introduce about B.A.P’s music.
Bang Yongguk: A common belief of B.A.P is 「A man must be manly.」 Our debut song 「WARRIOR」 is also like that, as well as this time’s second single 「POWER.」 I think it will give out a feeling like 「Oh. That’s strong/intense」 when listening to it for the first time. Among the songs that were released recently, I think that our song is the most manly. Especially this time with 「POWER」, which became deeper and further develops the masculinity beauty. Among all four songs, the last song 「It’s All Lies」 is the only ballad song, while the other songs are all powerful hardcore hip-hop. If you are looking for an intense song, I think it will stick into your heart deeply.
—- I can feel the manly strength of both 「WARRIOR」 and 「POWER」.
Himchan: The lead songs 「POWER」 and 「WARRIOR」 are hardcore hip-hop with the mix of powerful hardcore rock and hip-hop sound that were composed by composer Mr. Kang Jiwon and Mr. Kim Kibum. The beginning of the song, with its intense sound and rap, gives out a difference feeling from what we have heard so far. From the side of the sound, it’s also more powerful than 「WARRIOR」 and has been transformed. In addition, the lyrics are about the fight against the strong who try to get tyranny from power and money. They represent the strong anger and antipathy, and the contents that will give the power to speak for the weak.
—- What was the preparation/resolution to complete the second single?
Youngjae: For the concept of this album, I think you certainly felt it by watching our music video. We appeared as aliens from outer space. In 「WARRIOR」, it was the image of a warrior that confronts the absurdity of society. Such a concept that is, we as warriors, as a matter of fact, our hometown was not the Earth but outside world. However, the target of the anger we face is unchanged from the previous which is posing the society that exists on Earth.
Bang Yongguk: Speaking of resolution, the goal of B.A.P from the time we debut is 「To conquer the Earth with our music」. If we start from 「WARRIOR」, this time in 「POWER」, I think that we desire to get even closer to our dream and the resolution that can be felt.
During middle school, I listened to black music under the influence of my sister. After that, from my 2nd year of middle school, I wrote lyrics based on foreign music performances, and I uploaded it on sites such as community bulletin boards. From those who heard it, I received response such as my voice is similar to black rapper. It seems unusual for a middle school student to rap in such a way. From that time onwards, I dreamed of becoming a rapper.
Q: What type of girls do you like?
I like girls who are pure, honest and kind. Girls who pick up trash from the floor and help people when they seem in trouble.
Himchan
Date of birth: 19.04.1990
Height: 180cm / Weight: 69kg
Annyeonghaseyo. I am in charge of vocal in B.A.P and the 「Mother」 of the group, Himchan!
Q: What made you want to become a singer?
Even when I became a university student, I did not think that I would become a singer. By chance, I was scouted on the street… I met TS Entertainment, the atmosphere which seems like a family is really good, and I entered the company. Since that time, I began walking the road of a singer in earnest.
Q: What type of girls do you like?
I like girls who have motherly characteristics and someone who cares about style as well.
—- In Korea, you have made your debut in January 2012, and we recognized as the large scale rookie.
Daehyun: Being recognized as the large-scale rookie and our singer life had just only begun, it’s a fact that we do feel a bit of pressure because we must respond to expectations. However, we are still not able to actually feel the popularity. We can only confirm it by the number of members in our fan café increasing day by day. Thank you very much. Currently, the number of members in our fan café is more than 2000 (laughs).
—- What do you think is the secret of popularity?
Himchan: For me, I think whether it’s my familiarity/intimacy point. Besides that, I am equipped with a soft feel to it… (laughs). It’s a little embarrassing saying this out from my mouth… Jongup is the master of dance, and he has a good figure. Besides that, he is the 「organic man(?)」. He is really pure. I think such a gap is attractive. Daehyun is as if there is no appearance complaint attached, and when Yongguk is on stage, he has a 180 degree charisma transformation that as a man, I think is cool. Youngjae’s name means gifted. He has a strong sense of responsibility; that’s why he does his job perfectly. Zelo, the magnae, has a cute appearance and he’s tall. With the high-level rap, he is loved by noonas.
—- I would like you to introduce about B.A.P’s music.
Bang Yongguk: A common belief of B.A.P is 「A man must be manly.」 Our debut song 「WARRIOR」 is also like that, as well as this time’s second single 「POWER.」 I think it will give out a feeling like 「Oh. That’s strong/intense」 when listening to it for the first time. Among the songs that were released recently, I think that our song is the most manly. Especially this time with 「POWER」, which became deeper and further develops the masculinity beauty. Among all four songs, the last song 「It’s All Lies」 is the only ballad song, while the other songs are all powerful hardcore hip-hop. If you are looking for an intense song, I think it will stick into your heart deeply.
—- I can feel the manly strength of both 「WARRIOR」 and 「POWER」.
Himchan: The lead songs 「POWER」 and 「WARRIOR」 are hardcore hip-hop with the mix of powerful hardcore rock and hip-hop sound that were composed by composer Mr. Kang Jiwon and Mr. Kim Kibum. The beginning of the song, with its intense sound and rap, gives out a difference feeling from what we have heard so far. From the side of the sound, it’s also more powerful than 「WARRIOR」 and has been transformed. In addition, the lyrics are about the fight against the strong who try to get tyranny from power and money. They represent the strong anger and antipathy, and the contents that will give the power to speak for the weak.
—- What was the preparation/resolution to complete the second single?
Youngjae: For the concept of this album, I think you certainly felt it by watching our music video. We appeared as aliens from outer space. In 「WARRIOR」, it was the image of a warrior that confronts the absurdity of society. Such a concept that is, we as warriors, as a matter of fact, our hometown was not the Earth but outside world. However, the target of the anger we face is unchanged from the previous which is posing the society that exists on Earth.
Bang Yongguk: Speaking of resolution, the goal of B.A.P from the time we debut is 「To conquer the Earth with our music」. If we start from 「WARRIOR」, this time in 「POWER」, I think that we desire to get even closer to our dream and the resolution that can be felt.
Daehyun
Date of birth: 28.06.1993
Height: 177cm / Weight: 63kgAnnyeonghaseyo. I am the lead vocal in B.A.P, Daehyun.
Q: What made you want to become a singer?
Since I was small, I liked to sing. During elementary school, I went to the coin karaoke in the arcade. During middle school, I went to karaoke box and sang. For high school, although I entered a school that had a department of pop music based on my sense of interest, I did not think of singing becoming a profession. However, while going to a vocal academy, I felt that people around me had expectations for me. I thought I could have a little more confidence in myself in attempting to sing in full-fledged.
Q: Who is the artist that you respect?
I respect 4men’s Shin Yongjae senior very much.
Q: What type of girls do you like?
I like someone who is like Shim Saimdang. A good wife and wise mother style, I think?
Youngjae
Date of birth: 24.01.1994
Height: 178cm / Weight: 65kg
Annyeonghaseyo. I am the lead vocal in B.A.P, 「Plain」Youngjae.
Q: What made you want to become a singer?
During middle school, when going on a school trip, there would be something like a talent showcase, right during that time I appeared together with my friends and I sang. The response around me was great. At that time, I started to become interested in songs for the first time. I attended an academy specialized in music, and I’ve had a dream to become a singer in a profession since then.
Q: Who is the artist that you respect?
I like Musiq Soul Child very much. I would like to work together someday.
Q: What type of girls do you like?
I like girls who have a clear personal opinion and are majestic.
—- During your debut, all members were blond, but this time you all have changed completely.
Youngjae: During 「WARRIOR」, to let people know the group called B.A.P, all 6 of us had blond hair. Because clearly the 6 of us have our own individuality. When standing on stage, in order to prevent each person’s charm from standing out, we unified by having blond hair. But this time in 「POWER」, each member has a different hairstyle. This concept is to make the best of our own individuality. For Yongguk hyung, it was decided with a casual hairstyle with purple in two-tone grey. For Himchan hyung, he had short dark hair, which utilized his jaw line. Daehyun in ash grey and Jongup in brown. For magnae Zelo, he had a pink hair which suits him a lot. My blond hair stays the same, and we did an image change with a block cut. Besides that, the company that we belong to reflects a lot on our opinion as well. Yongguk hyung wrote the lyrics of all the tracks as well as the debut song, and our intention is very strong.
—- Yongguk san, when you are writing lyrics, in what way do you compose it? Do the other members write lyrics or will be composing too?
Bang Yongguk: I make a separate time for composition. When I am working on something, I am the kind of person that will concentrate working on that only. Once I have someone around me, it is hard for me to concentrate on work. From a certain moment when I am suddenly concentrated, I will continue to work by drawing out a lot of things in my mind. Besides that, all members write lyrics or compose accordingly, especially Zelo, perhaps it’s because we rap together, he is the most ambitious in writing lyrics among the members.
—- You all are also very confident of your stage performance, although it is magnificent, aren’t you all nervous?
Himchan: I think there isn’t a member who is particularly nervous. But, if to say among the members, I think Daehyun is the most nervous, because he has parts where he needs to hit the high notes. In order to ease the nervousness, before going up stage, Daehyun will let out his voice.
—- There are already B.A.P fans in Japan, do you all have any activity plans in Japan? After you come to Japan, where do you want to go and what would you like to do?
Zelo: We really want to go to Japan! There are a lot of fans from Japan that came all the way to our company, we are full with gratitude towards them. Therefore, the feeling of going to Japan grows even more. The place that I want to go is… Harajuku, I think? After that, I would want to walk the streets of Shibuya.
—- What are the things that you all heard from your company’s senior, Secret, when they did their activities in Japan?
Zelo: Although I have not heard from Secret senior about their stories in Japan, I feel envious of them when seeing them going and coming back from Japan from time to time, and having the feeling of wanting to go to Japan soon.
Date of birth: 28.06.1993
Height: 177cm / Weight: 63kgAnnyeonghaseyo. I am the lead vocal in B.A.P, Daehyun.
Q: What made you want to become a singer?
Since I was small, I liked to sing. During elementary school, I went to the coin karaoke in the arcade. During middle school, I went to karaoke box and sang. For high school, although I entered a school that had a department of pop music based on my sense of interest, I did not think of singing becoming a profession. However, while going to a vocal academy, I felt that people around me had expectations for me. I thought I could have a little more confidence in myself in attempting to sing in full-fledged.
Q: Who is the artist that you respect?
I respect 4men’s Shin Yongjae senior very much.
Q: What type of girls do you like?
I like someone who is like Shim Saimdang. A good wife and wise mother style, I think?
Youngjae
Date of birth: 24.01.1994
Height: 178cm / Weight: 65kg
Annyeonghaseyo. I am the lead vocal in B.A.P, 「Plain」Youngjae.
Q: What made you want to become a singer?
During middle school, when going on a school trip, there would be something like a talent showcase, right during that time I appeared together with my friends and I sang. The response around me was great. At that time, I started to become interested in songs for the first time. I attended an academy specialized in music, and I’ve had a dream to become a singer in a profession since then.
Q: Who is the artist that you respect?
I like Musiq Soul Child very much. I would like to work together someday.
Q: What type of girls do you like?
I like girls who have a clear personal opinion and are majestic.
—- During your debut, all members were blond, but this time you all have changed completely.
Youngjae: During 「WARRIOR」, to let people know the group called B.A.P, all 6 of us had blond hair. Because clearly the 6 of us have our own individuality. When standing on stage, in order to prevent each person’s charm from standing out, we unified by having blond hair. But this time in 「POWER」, each member has a different hairstyle. This concept is to make the best of our own individuality. For Yongguk hyung, it was decided with a casual hairstyle with purple in two-tone grey. For Himchan hyung, he had short dark hair, which utilized his jaw line. Daehyun in ash grey and Jongup in brown. For magnae Zelo, he had a pink hair which suits him a lot. My blond hair stays the same, and we did an image change with a block cut. Besides that, the company that we belong to reflects a lot on our opinion as well. Yongguk hyung wrote the lyrics of all the tracks as well as the debut song, and our intention is very strong.
—- Yongguk san, when you are writing lyrics, in what way do you compose it? Do the other members write lyrics or will be composing too?
Bang Yongguk: I make a separate time for composition. When I am working on something, I am the kind of person that will concentrate working on that only. Once I have someone around me, it is hard for me to concentrate on work. From a certain moment when I am suddenly concentrated, I will continue to work by drawing out a lot of things in my mind. Besides that, all members write lyrics or compose accordingly, especially Zelo, perhaps it’s because we rap together, he is the most ambitious in writing lyrics among the members.
—- You all are also very confident of your stage performance, although it is magnificent, aren’t you all nervous?
Himchan: I think there isn’t a member who is particularly nervous. But, if to say among the members, I think Daehyun is the most nervous, because he has parts where he needs to hit the high notes. In order to ease the nervousness, before going up stage, Daehyun will let out his voice.
—- There are already B.A.P fans in Japan, do you all have any activity plans in Japan? After you come to Japan, where do you want to go and what would you like to do?
Zelo: We really want to go to Japan! There are a lot of fans from Japan that came all the way to our company, we are full with gratitude towards them. Therefore, the feeling of going to Japan grows even more. The place that I want to go is… Harajuku, I think? After that, I would want to walk the streets of Shibuya.
—- What are the things that you all heard from your company’s senior, Secret, when they did their activities in Japan?
Zelo: Although I have not heard from Secret senior about their stories in Japan, I feel envious of them when seeing them going and coming back from Japan from time to time, and having the feeling of wanting to go to Japan soon.
Jongup
Date of birth: 06.02.1995
Height: 176cm / Weigh: 66cmAnnyeonghaseyo. I am in charge of vocal and dance, as well as the group’s sunshine, 「Moon Angel」, Jongup.
Q: What made you want to become a singer?
I danced with my close friends during middle school. I started to like dancing and also got along with my friend. During high school, I entered Hanlim Performing Arts High School’s dancing department. Then, during my first year, I got a contact from TS Entertainment asking me to go for an audition. I accepted and passed.
Q: Who is the artist that you respect?
I think Chris Brown is very cool. I would like to dance with him.
Q: What type of girls do you like?
People who make me feel good at first glance? (laughs)
Zelo
Date of birth: 15.10.1996
Height: 182cm / Weight: 63kg
Annyeonghaseyo. I am in charge of rap and dance, as well as charm in B.A.P, magnae Zelo.
Q: What made you want to become a singer?
Originally, I wanted to become a soccer player. But suddenly, I was no longer really interested in soccer when I noticed I was beat boxing and rapping in front of my mother’s dressing table. From that time onwards I took a four-hour round trip from Makpo, where I lived, to Gwangju, and I started to prepare of becoming a singer while going to a music academy taking the bus alone.
Q: What type of girls do you like?
I like intelligent girls. I’ll end up paying attention to girls who are good in English.
—- Everyone is tall and has a good style, during that time when Himchan san was a middle school student, I heard that your weight was more than 100kg. Can you tell us the secret of diet?
Himchan: (laughs). In fact, I was also on diet during the activities of our debut song 「WARRIOR」, and it is also the same during 「POWER」 this time. I think the secret of my diet is dancing. During 「WARRIOR」, the dance was tough and I lose weight considerably. This time in 「POWER」, the dance is more intense… (laughs). BABY (fans) who really want to diet by just dancing, please try to mimic our「POWER」dance! (laughs).
—- Everyone in B.A.P have been living together, is there any division of roles?
Jongup: Yes. Each of us has a responsibility. Yongguk hyung is in charge of general supervision. Himchan hyung is in charge of the garbage. Daehyun hyung is in charge of cleaning, Youngjae hyung is in charge of putting things in order. I am in charge of dishwashing, and then Zelo does the laundry.
—- It is properly divided. Magnae seems to work hard…
Zelo: I am the youngest in the group and I have 6 years difference with Yongguk hung. On the contrary, because there is quite a difference in age, the hyungs treat me well and I feel very comfortable. Sometimes, they also make fun of/tease me (laughs). And then, my sleep-talking is bad… One day, I even answered to the hyungs when I was sleep-talking. There are really a lot of interesting things that happened in our dorm. I think our good relationship is our group’s strong point.
—- In addition, what were the interesting incidents?
Zelo: When we filmed our teaser video, we had to get in the green paint water. And, because it’s paint water, the shoes needed to be thrown away. So, it was decided to use only one pair of shoes, and everyone would take a turn in wearing that. Strangely, our foot size is the same (laughs). Before going in the water, since the filming took all day, I was in the situation of trance, and when I wore the shoes that Daehyun hyung took off, the shoes were so cold. Therefore, I was quite surprised and I woke up (laughs).
—- Please tell us your goal and activity plan for this year.
Bang Yongguk: This year we plan to concentrate fully on our music activities. Therefore, it’s the same for domestic and also releasing CDs in foreign countries, we plan to meet our fans directly such as through public performances.
—- What is the final country that B.A.P is aiming?
Jongup: We would like to advance into America. A lot of music and artists that we like are from America. Starting from Asia, we will conquer the Earth gradually (laughs). First, the top priority is to win the hearts of Korea’s listeners. I think to do that we have to always do our best and work hard.
—- Lastly, please give a message to your fans in Japan.
Himchan: Ohayou gozaimasu (Japanese). Japanese BABY! Although we have not been able to meet you all in Japan yet, we always feel thankful for supporting us from far. Arigatou gozaimasu (Japanese). We will work harder, so please watch over us all the way! De wa, sugu aimashou~ (Japanese) (Well then, see you soon~)!!
Date of birth: 06.02.1995
Height: 176cm / Weigh: 66cmAnnyeonghaseyo. I am in charge of vocal and dance, as well as the group’s sunshine, 「Moon Angel」, Jongup.
Q: What made you want to become a singer?
I danced with my close friends during middle school. I started to like dancing and also got along with my friend. During high school, I entered Hanlim Performing Arts High School’s dancing department. Then, during my first year, I got a contact from TS Entertainment asking me to go for an audition. I accepted and passed.
Q: Who is the artist that you respect?
I think Chris Brown is very cool. I would like to dance with him.
Q: What type of girls do you like?
People who make me feel good at first glance? (laughs)
Zelo
Date of birth: 15.10.1996
Height: 182cm / Weight: 63kg
Annyeonghaseyo. I am in charge of rap and dance, as well as charm in B.A.P, magnae Zelo.
Q: What made you want to become a singer?
Originally, I wanted to become a soccer player. But suddenly, I was no longer really interested in soccer when I noticed I was beat boxing and rapping in front of my mother’s dressing table. From that time onwards I took a four-hour round trip from Makpo, where I lived, to Gwangju, and I started to prepare of becoming a singer while going to a music academy taking the bus alone.
Q: What type of girls do you like?
I like intelligent girls. I’ll end up paying attention to girls who are good in English.
—- Everyone is tall and has a good style, during that time when Himchan san was a middle school student, I heard that your weight was more than 100kg. Can you tell us the secret of diet?
Himchan: (laughs). In fact, I was also on diet during the activities of our debut song 「WARRIOR」, and it is also the same during 「POWER」 this time. I think the secret of my diet is dancing. During 「WARRIOR」, the dance was tough and I lose weight considerably. This time in 「POWER」, the dance is more intense… (laughs). BABY (fans) who really want to diet by just dancing, please try to mimic our「POWER」dance! (laughs).
—- Everyone in B.A.P have been living together, is there any division of roles?
Jongup: Yes. Each of us has a responsibility. Yongguk hyung is in charge of general supervision. Himchan hyung is in charge of the garbage. Daehyun hyung is in charge of cleaning, Youngjae hyung is in charge of putting things in order. I am in charge of dishwashing, and then Zelo does the laundry.
—- It is properly divided. Magnae seems to work hard…
Zelo: I am the youngest in the group and I have 6 years difference with Yongguk hung. On the contrary, because there is quite a difference in age, the hyungs treat me well and I feel very comfortable. Sometimes, they also make fun of/tease me (laughs). And then, my sleep-talking is bad… One day, I even answered to the hyungs when I was sleep-talking. There are really a lot of interesting things that happened in our dorm. I think our good relationship is our group’s strong point.
—- In addition, what were the interesting incidents?
Zelo: When we filmed our teaser video, we had to get in the green paint water. And, because it’s paint water, the shoes needed to be thrown away. So, it was decided to use only one pair of shoes, and everyone would take a turn in wearing that. Strangely, our foot size is the same (laughs). Before going in the water, since the filming took all day, I was in the situation of trance, and when I wore the shoes that Daehyun hyung took off, the shoes were so cold. Therefore, I was quite surprised and I woke up (laughs).
—- Please tell us your goal and activity plan for this year.
Bang Yongguk: This year we plan to concentrate fully on our music activities. Therefore, it’s the same for domestic and also releasing CDs in foreign countries, we plan to meet our fans directly such as through public performances.
—- What is the final country that B.A.P is aiming?
Jongup: We would like to advance into America. A lot of music and artists that we like are from America. Starting from Asia, we will conquer the Earth gradually (laughs). First, the top priority is to win the hearts of Korea’s listeners. I think to do that we have to always do our best and work hard.
—- Lastly, please give a message to your fans in Japan.
Himchan: Ohayou gozaimasu (Japanese). Japanese BABY! Although we have not been able to meet you all in Japan yet, we always feel thankful for supporting us from far. Arigatou gozaimasu (Japanese). We will work harder, so please watch over us all the way! De wa, sugu aimashou~ (Japanese) (Well then, see you soon~)!!
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