vibrancy
09-03-2006, 10:21 PM
KBS Special: The Seven Rainmakers
7 Người tạo nn Rain ngy nay
Credit: Baidu// jinlees @ soompi
Kr to Ch: PKYO, Eunyue & wwrain
Kr to Eng (Opening + Rainmaker No. 1): Cloudnara @sexybi
Ch to Eng: Rayndrop
Viet trans: Vibrancy
It's going to rain in New York today.
The photos on NY Times and NY Post reflect their interests
in Rain's presence in US
This is a certain studio in Manhattan.
It's one day from the concert, and Bi is having his press conference.
This day, not only are there US reporters and foreign reporters, many members of the music entertainment industry turned up as well,
leaving a deep impression on the reporters
JH:
Getting so much attention from the US reporters. How do I say this?
It's a real honour.
And father. It's the first time he expressed hes proud of me.
That made me happy
[The seven rainmakers: Rainmaker No. 1]
JH:
Ah, well, I'm now going to present the first person who helped me get to where I am now
First of all, this person has long arms
This person gave me the first help and opportunity to get into this entertainment industry
Well, I think you've already guessed. Yes, here he is
[Rainmaker No. 1, Producer JYP]
[The first time Rain met JYP]
JH:Oh, I was really scared, really scared,
And the first time he looked at me he simply asked
"You know how to dance?"
"Yes, a little"
"Dance". So I did
Really, after I put "repeat mode" on for the music,
I kept dancing without resting even once for 3 hours straight
When one place didn't worked, I moved to the other end. When I really couldn't anymore, I leant against the cupboard and moved
and JYP was watching me all the time till the end
Người thứ nhất: Nh sản xuất JYP
[The first time JYP meet Bi]
JYP:He looked like a tiger starving near to death, although he looked really tired,
He also had an urgent look in his eyes, through his eyes you could see his eagerness
Only his eyes were still alive.
[When Bi was under JYP's training]
[Khi Bi dưới sự đo tạo của JYP]
JH:
During training, JYP stood in front of me and told me "sing", and
while I was singing, he kept saying, "again", "again", "again",
I felt so bad, because he treated me so coldly it felt like he was hitting me.
It was Raining that day and I started to cry
"I...I'll do it, aga...in" I said, I couldn't even breathe normally.
"Why are you crying? What did you do right?"
"N...n...no, it isn't that I did it right, I'll do it again"
I said, and continued
JYP:
I usually don't praise so the person will keep improving. I don't praise,
because if you do well, and I say you are good, maybe you will not practice again.
To friends who do not success, I congratulate them,
but to the people who are successful, I keep challenging them.
So at the end, the people I really like and worry about deep down inside, think like, JYP hyung or JYP oppa
really doesn't like me, that will be how they feel.
JH:
Once, I was in this room full of singers, and suddenly
JYP asked me to bring the audio to sing in front of all this singers
but these artistes already knew that I was going to release an album.
I didnt want to, but at that time, every word that JYP said to me, it was important, and I always obey him.
I did it, but I really couldn't sing. I was intimidated and embarrassed.
After I went home, I couldnt stop crying
"Really, this is not what I want", I thought
I was motivated to do all these things perfectly,
because in my head the faces of this people staring and laughing made me mad.
"Just wait. I will sing better than you, and dance better than you!" I thought
but now, when I remember this, I know that JYP made me suffer like this,
So if I have to face something like this now, it wouldn't be a big deal, because Ive already experience this before.
This was how he taught me.
[One year later]
And one year later, my first album was released.
JYP:
For the first album, the songs, the dances, and his overall appearance
They were all above standards.
In second album needed more techniques.
Bi was already introduced, so we tried to dissect emotions with sad ballads.
Tried to create a sad and deep atmosphere by injecting his personal grief. It was really hard.
By the 3rd album, the expectations were too big, so we thought that we have to put on a new "face" for Rain, bring out the unique colours of Rain, the unique world of Rain.
So we asked him, "What kind of music would u like"? He said "Dancing has always been my passion. Although I like to sing, but I'd really like to have a hot-blooded song that would allow me to dance till like crazy."
So I said, "Ok, we will make that music." So I wrote "It's Raining" for him, and we let him do the rest.
[JYP in the eyes of Rain...]
JH:
I have no words to describe my gratitude, I am really grateful to him
From the beginning, JYP really, like, he doesn't cook the fish and give it to you.
From making the cane, to the way of fishing, to the way of catching the fish, he taught it all to me.
That's why I can do all this now.
JYP:
At the end of the day,
A person with talent can become a star. But a super star is not made by talent.
There may be different reasons. Passion, ability to endure pain and the reasons to endure pain. Only this kind of people can be superstars.
Talent may be able to create a star, but endurance and tenacity create superstars. Singing and dancing talents are not enough.
[NY TRL, MTV Studio]
Many people have gathered before the studio, because Rain will be performing here today. It is rare to see so many fans gathering for a singer, here in US.
After a while, Rain appeared at the 2nd level of the studio. The fans went wild. Lastly, when Rain started singing "I Do", MTVs film started rolling. At this moment, his face appeared on the huge screen on the wall of TRL. The is the first time Korean singer, Rain, appear before the eyes of US.
JH:
When my face appeared on the huge screen, "Wah, I'm really on it. Is this a dream or is this real?"
Last year, JYP brought me here and said, "We must work hard and appear on that screen".
Now that we've made it, theres a sense of satisfaction.
I feel proud as a Korean, that is all.
I will work hard at my performance and go back there again.
Kim:
Is this your hostel?
JH:
Yes
Kim:
This is your hostel.
JH:
It's my hostel
Kim:
How long has it been since you've stepped into your home?
JH:
About a month plus
Kim:
A month?
JH:
Yes, so when I shower I'll use my feet and step on the underwear, wash them like this
Kim:
Ah, so as you shower, you also wash your underwear
JH:
Yup. As you shower, the soap water flows down your body to your feet,
Kim:
I see
JH:
So you can conveniently wash the underwear as well
Kim:
I see...
JH:
Yes, then you don't have to wash your feet. You can rub them clean with the underwear.
Kim:
Ah, Rain must use dance steps to bathe, don't you?
Kim:
Is this your luggage?
JH:
Yup
Kim:
No matter what hyung does, you just sit quietly beside me and watch
JH:
Hyung, hyung...
JH:
These are socks.
Kim:
Ah, socks.
JH:
I haven't got time to wash them, so I prepare more of them.
Kim:
I see you like these sexy socks, these sexy socks, you like these sexy socks
I can see everything
JH:
These are...
Kim:
These are the underwear you wash with your feet?
JH:
Yup
Kim:
Did you do these yourself?
JH:
Cute eh? I bought the rubber bands to tie them together.
Kim:
You bought the rubber bands to tie them together
There are spare ones too
JH:
I'm very meticulous. And very honest. Also...
To save money, I always have my workout equipment with me
This is for when you are watching TV. You train your biceps like that...
Kim:
Ah, so the muscles are not from your usual training, but from crash workouts for the concerts
JH:
Yup. From crash workouts for the concert
Kim:
So you're at the concert. Just before going onstage
Then...ah...We've seen everything today
I thought it's JY Park
JH:
They're ballet dancers. I heard they only sleep 4-5 hours a day, training for near 20 hours. So that's how they practice, and I use this to push myself.
Kim:
Ah, I see. You haven't have time to go home. When you look at the luggage, do you lonely?
JH:
Yes, very lonely. First and foremost, I feel very tired, working outside is very tiring. This is when I think of my fans and family. I have to work hard for the sake of my fans and my family. Regardless of whether I succeed or fail, I will go on.
[New York Concert 'D' Day: 3rd Feb 2006]
Good morning New York! Boarding the car and heading towards the concert location.
JH:
To the concert location
[The feelings of facing the concert...]
JH:
Since I made my debut, I've been working hard. Im finally here on this huge stage.
It's good experience to have such a great challenge at a young age
It'll be great if I succeed.
But even if I fail, all these will still be a great help to me.
[The first time Rain was determined to become an artiste...]
JH:
The first time I had this determination was when I was in high school.
I felt that a leading a life in front of the camera was an attractive way to live.
At that time, there was a person giving me strength
[The seven rainmakers: Rainmaker No. 2]
JH:
He is somebody who recognized the potential in me, and gave me plenty of help then.
[Rainmaker No. 2: High School Teacher Kim Chul Hong]
JH:
Mr Kim Chul Hong was my drama class teacher in high school
I still can't understand now [Getting major roles means you are a good actor]
He gave me roles, said "You can act well. Your physique is suitable for acting".
All the other teachers usually gave rebuking remarks, and are always scolding me.
But this teacher was different. He gave me a chance, so I worked very hard.
After the performance, all the other teachers changed the way they viewed me.
KCH:
That particular drama then was called "Sea girl goes on mainland", and it was a mere week away to the performance day.
A friend told me he couldn't do it, so I turned to Jihoon and said, "If only you can do this part", and tried to convince him to challenge the role.
Regardless of whether you want to become a singer or anything else, it will help for you to have experience acting in a drama.
In the end, Jihoon took the role.
In Anyoung Art School, when a person is performing, if the people beside them laugh, the performers laugh as well. This is not the attitude of a good actor.
But when JiHoon acts, when people laughs, he'll grow angry, saying "I'm trying to concentrate on my role. Why are you laughing?"
At that time, I felt this child was different. He had the concentration, a head-strong character and he cannot take mockery; so hes really special.
"Sangdoo" was the feel of Jihoon. Its the natural Jihoon, that's Jihoon's advantage.
I was worried about "Full House" because there the drama involved deep emotions, complicated relationships. Can he do it well?
But he slowly accepted and slowly digested his role. Because he is a hardworking and headstrong person. Standing in the viewpoint of a teacher, he put in countless amount of sweat as a singer, and endless amount of effort as an actor.
Whether as a singer or an actor, you need more hard work. This is how I see it.
[US Madison Square Garden, Concert, 1pm]
As a place that has staged many important political and cultural events in US, Madison Square Garden has hundreds of years of history and tradition.
Rain is the first Asian to be performing on this stage.
Here, the crew is busy with their first rehearsal for their performance tonight.
JH:
Director, there's no time. Let's start from the place where we made a mistake.
All staff quieted down. It's like the real official performance for Rain.
JH:
Ok, that's it.
[The Rain off stage is the coach cum the music director]
[The seven rainmakers: Rainmaker No. 3]
JH:
This is the man whom I've been with since I was preparing to be a singer, helping me, staying by my side. He is one of them. This is Rainmaker number 3, lead dance choreographer, Jeong Sung-Tak.
They're like special task force [communicate and organized like a special task force], like a battle drill, "Hyung, let's give him a call". Once we call the leader, he will contact the rest one by one, and they'll all assemble immediately.
No matter if theyre on a date or doing something at home, they'll all come. This is how we practiced.
["Nan" Dance Choreography: JYP Dance Team]
[Rain, in the eyes of the lead dance choreographer...]
JST:
Normally, for short choreographs, I'll just teach them and they perform thereafter.
[Rain's concept and movements for dance choreographies]
After Rain has observed many concerts, he'll tell us to do this, do that, design the movements and then teach it to us. After tidying up the choreography, we'll then put them to performances. This happens a lot.
[JYP "My girl" Dance Choreography: Rain]
[Rain before his album debut]
JH:
The part that demands the most attention when choreographing a dance is you have to make it different. There must be uniqueness and creativity. Costumes, movements, songs--all three elements must come together to produce the best effect.
[Rain feels his best dance choreography is...]
So, up till now, the best dance choreography is probably "Running Away From The Sun".
["Running away from the sun" Dance Choreography: Rain]
[Evaluation of Rain]
JST:
Rain has superb charisma on stage. He doesn't attract with big movements, but he emits a kind of lethal attraction when standing on the stage.
[One hour before the concert starts]
Kim:
Hi everybody, we are now in front of the Madison Square Garden
Many fans are waiting for Rain's concert to start
[Raining Day, US NY Concert 2nd February 2006]
Finally the concert kicked off. With a loud bang, rain leapt into the air and landed on the stage.
He starts dancing to the music, and the 5000 audiences went wild as well.
To congratulate Rain in his first concert, P Diddy appeared as well.
P Diddy:
I have to come and see this for myself. I have so much respect for Asian and American movements that's going on. And also, this is the first Asian Sean John Model right here.
Following that, Jojo and Omarion both came to the stage and performed with Rain, exhibiting their great dance techniques.
Omarion:
Hello Korea. The concert was amazing, you know and Rain was amazing, and I mean, What can I say? U wasn't here, and theres only so much I can tell you. You have to be here, so it was ok. I'm happy to be here.
This day during the concert, Rain performed more than 20 songs on stage, accessorizing the stage with his hot dances, cheered on by the loud screaming of fans. The concert this time attracted much attention. This is the first signal missile issued by Rain, and the first meaningful embark on this journey.
JH:
Everybody had a lot of expectations on me. In order not to fail these expectations, I did my very best. I feel very satisfied and happy.
This is an unforgettable memory.
US producer:
He made a lot of people happy tonight, and I was completely impressed.
And the support staff in the background of the successful artiste
And if you turn the camera that way...
...that way slowly
[After the concert...]
JYP:
Both Rain and I feel that, all starts are difficult. Once we have a beginning, we will exhaust all our energy.
So because we have a start, we are very happy.
This concert is not our start. This concert is just a small showcase, an opening to entering the US market.
Whether we have the concert in Madison Square Garden or anywhere else is inconsequential. We want to take culture as a product and aim to take a spot in US as artists. We're just happy because of the start we have.
[The seven rainmakers: Rainmaker No. 4]
Rain: After my performance, many people come to my mind. One of them, he's huge, he's compassionate, and he's like a cute animal. Some people may have guessed. Yes, it's him.
[Rainmaker No. 4, Kim Tae Woo]
JH:
Before I made my debut, one Christmas, mum was really sick, so we had no money at home. I didn't have any money for bus fare, so I wasn't able to go home for five days. The bus fare was 500won, and I didn't want to ask money from other people. All the other trainees have gone home. With a (can't make out what this is), I survived for five days. In the end, I had a skin infection, and didn't have much to eat for 2, 3 days. At that time, I picked up the phone, and could think of three persons, one of which was Tae Woo. It was Christmas that day, and lovers were walking the streets hand-in-hand. There was smell of food drifting up from the Udong (noodles) store downstairs. I was so hungry, I even thought of stealing. At that moment, Tae Woo came in through the door, and asked, "What are you doing?" He brought a whole lot of bread. I thought a celestial being had descended to earth. My eyes lit up. There was a splendor about him.
JTW:
The truth is, JiHoon is developing really great now, isn't he? That's why I was nice to him then...kidding.
It's like that. The g.o.d members also went through some hungry times before our debut. I know how tough it is to be hungry, and what I could get immediately at that time was bread. So I bought some and sent it over.
JH:
Those bread had a deep meaning to me. I was a nobody then, and g.o.d had already released their 3rd album, hitting a sales record of 2 million. They were very popular. I was very grateful he was able to come see me.
KTW:
The first time I met him, he had this killer instinct look. You could see it in his face: Give me one chance, and all of you will be dead.
The JiHoon now: A junior who is able to realize his dream. Although he is my junior, but he is one worth respecting. He is like a discipline soldier, after working hard, he changed his dream into reality.
The city where the east meets west, Bangkok. In this place, the finale to Rains Asian Tour is about to begin.
Early in the morning, thousands of fans and members of the media have crowded in the airport, waiting.
[Bangkok International Airport; 23rd Feb 2006]
[Fullhouse hit a viewership rating of 64% in Thailand]
'exploding popularity in Thailand can be credited to serial drama "Full House", which achieved a rating of 64% in Thailand.
In eager anticipation of the waiting crowd, Rain finally appeared at the airport in his sunglasses and a white beanie.
In attempts to see him better, a struggle in the crowd began. Rain smiled at the approaching Thai fans. This moment once again ascertains the exceptional popularity of this Korean Wave star.
The busy schedule has finally come to an end, and Rain is at the beach with his dancers.
JH:
Every time I go overseas to perform, I hardly get any time to exercise.
Once I have spare time, I'll work out with my dancers and colleagues.
Once there's time, Ill go exercise with my dancers.
When there's no time, dancing is also a form of exercise.
Talking about this, there's someone to be introduced here.
[The seven rainmakers: Rainmaker No. 5]
[The person who build healthy bodies, the one who has been helping me till now]
[Rainmaker No. 5, Bodybuilding Coach, Go Gwan Jang]
JH:
I only got to know Go Gwan Jang after my debut. He used to be Mr Korea
[Keep emphasizing on scheduling training sessions]
Dancers tend to have abdominal and pelvic muscles, so the curves are become apparent through the underclothing (translator: ok, okits underwear).
GGJ:
Abs, shoulders and bicep muscles. When wearing short sleeve shirts, the bulging vessels make the muscles look especially resilient. You can show your muscles off during the overseas concerts, very suave.
[Rain when working out]
GGJ:
The Rain who is working out is very vicious, very vicious with himself.
Once he sets a target, say 100 times, he doesnt give up until he makes the number. Even when he's very tired, he will persist till the end.
The toughest thing in this world is battling with yourself. He has already won this battle.
[Winning the battle with yourself is winning the war]
[The seven rainmakers: Rainmaker No. 6]
She is someone who the mere thought of her makes you feel safe leaning upon her. She is like mother, a very amiable person.
[Rainmaker No. 6, Radio Broadcast DJ, Oo Mihee]
JH:
You know the kind of friend, even when you've only known each other for a month, it feels like you've know them ten years, hundred years ago. It feels like that with teacher.
[When was the first time you met?]
JH:
About three years ago, when I was on a radio show. She came across as being very gentle, just like mother. I don't know if I can put it this way. She's very good-looking, very pretty.
OMH:
I was very uneasy then. Because our age gap was so great, it's very inconvenient doing a show together. What do I say to a child like that? I felt ill at ease, and that it was difficult. At that time, I gave him a postcard. The postcard's content was: A child held a piece of maple leave and said to his mother, "Mummy, a present". His mother took the maple leave and felt the arrival of autumn.
Rain finished reading the postcard, and I asked him, "What present are you giving to your mother this autumn?" His eyes moved a little and said, "Oh, mum has already passed away." Because it was a LIVE broadcast, I felt I was really mean, it was my mistake.
JH:
What could I have said then? She looked very embarrassed, very guilty. Actually I didn't mind it that much, many people have already asked me about it.
[There were already many discussions about this topic]
After I said that, teacher gave me a lot of helpful and supportive words.
OMH:
I said, "Sorry, I had no idea". Rain comforted me instead, "Of course you didn't", and he also said, "The best present for mum is a beautiful wardrobe. I can afford one for mum now, but she's no longer around." After that, his eyes looked sad for a while, and that sad look gave me courage to speak. While we aired songs, we chatted a lot.
[Oo Mi-hee in the eyes of Rain...]
JH:
Meeting teacher, she gave me two feelings.
One, a feeling of nostalgia for mother, two, a criteria set for the kind of woman I want to marry in the future.
[Rain in the eyes of Oo Mi-hee...]
OMH:
I've seen many artistes, in the music industry, in the 27 years of being a DJ, Ive seen many "yesterdays" and "todays" of countless singers.
In my eyes, Rain is a very honest, down-to-earth singer.
Just like the Rain onstage, his life is also very honest. Our Rain is only slightly past 20, but he has found a strength within himself, because he is a wise man.
Finally, the finale to his Asian Concert Tour has commenced. Rain captured the visions of the Thai fans with his dynamic movements and enigmatic charisma onstage. The performance when Rain became one with the audiences concluded two hours later.
JH:
From the US concert to the Thailand performance, we finally see the end of the two-year concert tour.
As this is my first concert tour, there may be many mistakes. I'll do better in the future.
I feel I've gone one step up.
Whenever something major or important comes up, I'll always think of mum.
Actually, whenever Im about to release a new album, or every time Im about to embark on a new project, I'll go to my mother's grave and tell her,
"Mum, my I've just completed my new album. I've put in my best for it, so please give me plenty of help."
After each major performance, I'll also report to mother and say my thanks to her.
[The seven rainmakers: Rainmaker No. 7]
JH:
To me, the noun "mother" is the very meaning of my life, and the reason for me to live.
Mother is my religion; to me, she's like a god. So whenever I'm tired, whenever I face obstacles, I'll always think of my mother.
Mum seemed to have endured a great deal of pain. 15 days before she passed away, she was in a great deal of pain. Her whole body was so bloated she couldnt move, and her leg was also seriously wounded, it was really very painful. But after discharging from the hospital, mum still went to the market herself to tend the stall. The days after that, there was no places on her body where they do inject on, so they had to instill 8 tubes on her neck.
At that time, I was very miserable mentally and emotionally. I didn't have much food, and was enduring hunger. But at that time, I thought the mental and emotional pain, and the hunger was nothing compared to the sufferings of mum.
Persistence and endurance, I think that's where I learnt them from.
Mum had a hard life. It will be good if she can live comfortably in heaven.
I think mum is looking out for me, and has always been by my side. As her son, I must work very hard.
Mum has always been facing hardship. I believe she is looking at me from heaven, and has always been by my side. I must strive hard to become a son she'll be proud of.
Also, I'll earn a lot of money here. When I meet you in the future, I'll buy mum a lot of good food.
I love you mum.
Perhaps it was the painful experiences; the Rain today is even more brilliant. Although everybody has their dreams, not everybody can attain that position.
To hold steadfast to this position, Rain is battling with himself even now. His courageous journey only begins now.
JH:
I have my dreams in my heart. In the future, no matter if it takes one year or ten years, maybe I won't succeed even at the end of the road. But I wont concern myself too much with success or failure. I will simply do my best.
I will always stay humble. Please give me your assistance and support.
KTW:
Actually the beginning of the road is really difficult. It's full of hardship. To be a singer in Korea, a representative singer in Asia; to bring so many people together in a concert held on the land of US; to open a bigger market; I'm proud of you. For the sake of many singers who will attempt to take the path youve taken, you must work harder to open the way.
KCH:
To create my characters that will move people's heart, you must put in even more hard work than now. No matter at the end you are a singer or actor, you need to work harder and cultivate inner strength.
JST:
Running on without knowing what fatigue is, I think you can take a break sometimes. I hope he has time to recharge a little. Hes simply working too hard.
GGJ:
Although we haven't really seen each other in this brand new year and only communicated through letters, I've heard much good news. Whatever you are doing, FIGHTING!. Ive always wanted to tell him, "FIGHTING!"
OMH:
I hope he has no painful days, not even flu. You must stay healthy, let us see his healthy looks for the longest of time.
JYP:
There's no need to say anything. I only hope for him to become the world's best singer, and bring the best performance before us.
7 Người tạo nn Rain ngy nay
Credit: Baidu// jinlees @ soompi
Kr to Ch: PKYO, Eunyue & wwrain
Kr to Eng (Opening + Rainmaker No. 1): Cloudnara @sexybi
Ch to Eng: Rayndrop
Viet trans: Vibrancy
It's going to rain in New York today.
The photos on NY Times and NY Post reflect their interests
in Rain's presence in US
This is a certain studio in Manhattan.
It's one day from the concert, and Bi is having his press conference.
This day, not only are there US reporters and foreign reporters, many members of the music entertainment industry turned up as well,
leaving a deep impression on the reporters
JH:
Getting so much attention from the US reporters. How do I say this?
It's a real honour.
And father. It's the first time he expressed hes proud of me.
That made me happy
[The seven rainmakers: Rainmaker No. 1]
JH:
Ah, well, I'm now going to present the first person who helped me get to where I am now
First of all, this person has long arms
This person gave me the first help and opportunity to get into this entertainment industry
Well, I think you've already guessed. Yes, here he is
[Rainmaker No. 1, Producer JYP]
[The first time Rain met JYP]
JH:Oh, I was really scared, really scared,
And the first time he looked at me he simply asked
"You know how to dance?"
"Yes, a little"
"Dance". So I did
Really, after I put "repeat mode" on for the music,
I kept dancing without resting even once for 3 hours straight
When one place didn't worked, I moved to the other end. When I really couldn't anymore, I leant against the cupboard and moved
and JYP was watching me all the time till the end
Người thứ nhất: Nh sản xuất JYP
[The first time JYP meet Bi]
JYP:He looked like a tiger starving near to death, although he looked really tired,
He also had an urgent look in his eyes, through his eyes you could see his eagerness
Only his eyes were still alive.
[When Bi was under JYP's training]
[Khi Bi dưới sự đo tạo của JYP]
JH:
During training, JYP stood in front of me and told me "sing", and
while I was singing, he kept saying, "again", "again", "again",
I felt so bad, because he treated me so coldly it felt like he was hitting me.
It was Raining that day and I started to cry
"I...I'll do it, aga...in" I said, I couldn't even breathe normally.
"Why are you crying? What did you do right?"
"N...n...no, it isn't that I did it right, I'll do it again"
I said, and continued
JYP:
I usually don't praise so the person will keep improving. I don't praise,
because if you do well, and I say you are good, maybe you will not practice again.
To friends who do not success, I congratulate them,
but to the people who are successful, I keep challenging them.
So at the end, the people I really like and worry about deep down inside, think like, JYP hyung or JYP oppa
really doesn't like me, that will be how they feel.
JH:
Once, I was in this room full of singers, and suddenly
JYP asked me to bring the audio to sing in front of all this singers
but these artistes already knew that I was going to release an album.
I didnt want to, but at that time, every word that JYP said to me, it was important, and I always obey him.
I did it, but I really couldn't sing. I was intimidated and embarrassed.
After I went home, I couldnt stop crying
"Really, this is not what I want", I thought
I was motivated to do all these things perfectly,
because in my head the faces of this people staring and laughing made me mad.
"Just wait. I will sing better than you, and dance better than you!" I thought
but now, when I remember this, I know that JYP made me suffer like this,
So if I have to face something like this now, it wouldn't be a big deal, because Ive already experience this before.
This was how he taught me.
[One year later]
And one year later, my first album was released.
JYP:
For the first album, the songs, the dances, and his overall appearance
They were all above standards.
In second album needed more techniques.
Bi was already introduced, so we tried to dissect emotions with sad ballads.
Tried to create a sad and deep atmosphere by injecting his personal grief. It was really hard.
By the 3rd album, the expectations were too big, so we thought that we have to put on a new "face" for Rain, bring out the unique colours of Rain, the unique world of Rain.
So we asked him, "What kind of music would u like"? He said "Dancing has always been my passion. Although I like to sing, but I'd really like to have a hot-blooded song that would allow me to dance till like crazy."
So I said, "Ok, we will make that music." So I wrote "It's Raining" for him, and we let him do the rest.
[JYP in the eyes of Rain...]
JH:
I have no words to describe my gratitude, I am really grateful to him
From the beginning, JYP really, like, he doesn't cook the fish and give it to you.
From making the cane, to the way of fishing, to the way of catching the fish, he taught it all to me.
That's why I can do all this now.
JYP:
At the end of the day,
A person with talent can become a star. But a super star is not made by talent.
There may be different reasons. Passion, ability to endure pain and the reasons to endure pain. Only this kind of people can be superstars.
Talent may be able to create a star, but endurance and tenacity create superstars. Singing and dancing talents are not enough.
[NY TRL, MTV Studio]
Many people have gathered before the studio, because Rain will be performing here today. It is rare to see so many fans gathering for a singer, here in US.
After a while, Rain appeared at the 2nd level of the studio. The fans went wild. Lastly, when Rain started singing "I Do", MTVs film started rolling. At this moment, his face appeared on the huge screen on the wall of TRL. The is the first time Korean singer, Rain, appear before the eyes of US.
JH:
When my face appeared on the huge screen, "Wah, I'm really on it. Is this a dream or is this real?"
Last year, JYP brought me here and said, "We must work hard and appear on that screen".
Now that we've made it, theres a sense of satisfaction.
I feel proud as a Korean, that is all.
I will work hard at my performance and go back there again.
Kim:
Is this your hostel?
JH:
Yes
Kim:
This is your hostel.
JH:
It's my hostel
Kim:
How long has it been since you've stepped into your home?
JH:
About a month plus
Kim:
A month?
JH:
Yes, so when I shower I'll use my feet and step on the underwear, wash them like this
Kim:
Ah, so as you shower, you also wash your underwear
JH:
Yup. As you shower, the soap water flows down your body to your feet,
Kim:
I see
JH:
So you can conveniently wash the underwear as well
Kim:
I see...
JH:
Yes, then you don't have to wash your feet. You can rub them clean with the underwear.
Kim:
Ah, Rain must use dance steps to bathe, don't you?
Kim:
Is this your luggage?
JH:
Yup
Kim:
No matter what hyung does, you just sit quietly beside me and watch
JH:
Hyung, hyung...
JH:
These are socks.
Kim:
Ah, socks.
JH:
I haven't got time to wash them, so I prepare more of them.
Kim:
I see you like these sexy socks, these sexy socks, you like these sexy socks
I can see everything
JH:
These are...
Kim:
These are the underwear you wash with your feet?
JH:
Yup
Kim:
Did you do these yourself?
JH:
Cute eh? I bought the rubber bands to tie them together.
Kim:
You bought the rubber bands to tie them together
There are spare ones too
JH:
I'm very meticulous. And very honest. Also...
To save money, I always have my workout equipment with me
This is for when you are watching TV. You train your biceps like that...
Kim:
Ah, so the muscles are not from your usual training, but from crash workouts for the concerts
JH:
Yup. From crash workouts for the concert
Kim:
So you're at the concert. Just before going onstage
Then...ah...We've seen everything today
I thought it's JY Park
JH:
They're ballet dancers. I heard they only sleep 4-5 hours a day, training for near 20 hours. So that's how they practice, and I use this to push myself.
Kim:
Ah, I see. You haven't have time to go home. When you look at the luggage, do you lonely?
JH:
Yes, very lonely. First and foremost, I feel very tired, working outside is very tiring. This is when I think of my fans and family. I have to work hard for the sake of my fans and my family. Regardless of whether I succeed or fail, I will go on.
[New York Concert 'D' Day: 3rd Feb 2006]
Good morning New York! Boarding the car and heading towards the concert location.
JH:
To the concert location
[The feelings of facing the concert...]
JH:
Since I made my debut, I've been working hard. Im finally here on this huge stage.
It's good experience to have such a great challenge at a young age
It'll be great if I succeed.
But even if I fail, all these will still be a great help to me.
[The first time Rain was determined to become an artiste...]
JH:
The first time I had this determination was when I was in high school.
I felt that a leading a life in front of the camera was an attractive way to live.
At that time, there was a person giving me strength
[The seven rainmakers: Rainmaker No. 2]
JH:
He is somebody who recognized the potential in me, and gave me plenty of help then.
[Rainmaker No. 2: High School Teacher Kim Chul Hong]
JH:
Mr Kim Chul Hong was my drama class teacher in high school
I still can't understand now [Getting major roles means you are a good actor]
He gave me roles, said "You can act well. Your physique is suitable for acting".
All the other teachers usually gave rebuking remarks, and are always scolding me.
But this teacher was different. He gave me a chance, so I worked very hard.
After the performance, all the other teachers changed the way they viewed me.
KCH:
That particular drama then was called "Sea girl goes on mainland", and it was a mere week away to the performance day.
A friend told me he couldn't do it, so I turned to Jihoon and said, "If only you can do this part", and tried to convince him to challenge the role.
Regardless of whether you want to become a singer or anything else, it will help for you to have experience acting in a drama.
In the end, Jihoon took the role.
In Anyoung Art School, when a person is performing, if the people beside them laugh, the performers laugh as well. This is not the attitude of a good actor.
But when JiHoon acts, when people laughs, he'll grow angry, saying "I'm trying to concentrate on my role. Why are you laughing?"
At that time, I felt this child was different. He had the concentration, a head-strong character and he cannot take mockery; so hes really special.
"Sangdoo" was the feel of Jihoon. Its the natural Jihoon, that's Jihoon's advantage.
I was worried about "Full House" because there the drama involved deep emotions, complicated relationships. Can he do it well?
But he slowly accepted and slowly digested his role. Because he is a hardworking and headstrong person. Standing in the viewpoint of a teacher, he put in countless amount of sweat as a singer, and endless amount of effort as an actor.
Whether as a singer or an actor, you need more hard work. This is how I see it.
[US Madison Square Garden, Concert, 1pm]
As a place that has staged many important political and cultural events in US, Madison Square Garden has hundreds of years of history and tradition.
Rain is the first Asian to be performing on this stage.
Here, the crew is busy with their first rehearsal for their performance tonight.
JH:
Director, there's no time. Let's start from the place where we made a mistake.
All staff quieted down. It's like the real official performance for Rain.
JH:
Ok, that's it.
[The Rain off stage is the coach cum the music director]
[The seven rainmakers: Rainmaker No. 3]
JH:
This is the man whom I've been with since I was preparing to be a singer, helping me, staying by my side. He is one of them. This is Rainmaker number 3, lead dance choreographer, Jeong Sung-Tak.
They're like special task force [communicate and organized like a special task force], like a battle drill, "Hyung, let's give him a call". Once we call the leader, he will contact the rest one by one, and they'll all assemble immediately.
No matter if theyre on a date or doing something at home, they'll all come. This is how we practiced.
["Nan" Dance Choreography: JYP Dance Team]
[Rain, in the eyes of the lead dance choreographer...]
JST:
Normally, for short choreographs, I'll just teach them and they perform thereafter.
[Rain's concept and movements for dance choreographies]
After Rain has observed many concerts, he'll tell us to do this, do that, design the movements and then teach it to us. After tidying up the choreography, we'll then put them to performances. This happens a lot.
[JYP "My girl" Dance Choreography: Rain]
[Rain before his album debut]
JH:
The part that demands the most attention when choreographing a dance is you have to make it different. There must be uniqueness and creativity. Costumes, movements, songs--all three elements must come together to produce the best effect.
[Rain feels his best dance choreography is...]
So, up till now, the best dance choreography is probably "Running Away From The Sun".
["Running away from the sun" Dance Choreography: Rain]
[Evaluation of Rain]
JST:
Rain has superb charisma on stage. He doesn't attract with big movements, but he emits a kind of lethal attraction when standing on the stage.
[One hour before the concert starts]
Kim:
Hi everybody, we are now in front of the Madison Square Garden
Many fans are waiting for Rain's concert to start
[Raining Day, US NY Concert 2nd February 2006]
Finally the concert kicked off. With a loud bang, rain leapt into the air and landed on the stage.
He starts dancing to the music, and the 5000 audiences went wild as well.
To congratulate Rain in his first concert, P Diddy appeared as well.
P Diddy:
I have to come and see this for myself. I have so much respect for Asian and American movements that's going on. And also, this is the first Asian Sean John Model right here.
Following that, Jojo and Omarion both came to the stage and performed with Rain, exhibiting their great dance techniques.
Omarion:
Hello Korea. The concert was amazing, you know and Rain was amazing, and I mean, What can I say? U wasn't here, and theres only so much I can tell you. You have to be here, so it was ok. I'm happy to be here.
This day during the concert, Rain performed more than 20 songs on stage, accessorizing the stage with his hot dances, cheered on by the loud screaming of fans. The concert this time attracted much attention. This is the first signal missile issued by Rain, and the first meaningful embark on this journey.
JH:
Everybody had a lot of expectations on me. In order not to fail these expectations, I did my very best. I feel very satisfied and happy.
This is an unforgettable memory.
US producer:
He made a lot of people happy tonight, and I was completely impressed.
And the support staff in the background of the successful artiste
And if you turn the camera that way...
...that way slowly
[After the concert...]
JYP:
Both Rain and I feel that, all starts are difficult. Once we have a beginning, we will exhaust all our energy.
So because we have a start, we are very happy.
This concert is not our start. This concert is just a small showcase, an opening to entering the US market.
Whether we have the concert in Madison Square Garden or anywhere else is inconsequential. We want to take culture as a product and aim to take a spot in US as artists. We're just happy because of the start we have.
[The seven rainmakers: Rainmaker No. 4]
Rain: After my performance, many people come to my mind. One of them, he's huge, he's compassionate, and he's like a cute animal. Some people may have guessed. Yes, it's him.
[Rainmaker No. 4, Kim Tae Woo]
JH:
Before I made my debut, one Christmas, mum was really sick, so we had no money at home. I didn't have any money for bus fare, so I wasn't able to go home for five days. The bus fare was 500won, and I didn't want to ask money from other people. All the other trainees have gone home. With a (can't make out what this is), I survived for five days. In the end, I had a skin infection, and didn't have much to eat for 2, 3 days. At that time, I picked up the phone, and could think of three persons, one of which was Tae Woo. It was Christmas that day, and lovers were walking the streets hand-in-hand. There was smell of food drifting up from the Udong (noodles) store downstairs. I was so hungry, I even thought of stealing. At that moment, Tae Woo came in through the door, and asked, "What are you doing?" He brought a whole lot of bread. I thought a celestial being had descended to earth. My eyes lit up. There was a splendor about him.
JTW:
The truth is, JiHoon is developing really great now, isn't he? That's why I was nice to him then...kidding.
It's like that. The g.o.d members also went through some hungry times before our debut. I know how tough it is to be hungry, and what I could get immediately at that time was bread. So I bought some and sent it over.
JH:
Those bread had a deep meaning to me. I was a nobody then, and g.o.d had already released their 3rd album, hitting a sales record of 2 million. They were very popular. I was very grateful he was able to come see me.
KTW:
The first time I met him, he had this killer instinct look. You could see it in his face: Give me one chance, and all of you will be dead.
The JiHoon now: A junior who is able to realize his dream. Although he is my junior, but he is one worth respecting. He is like a discipline soldier, after working hard, he changed his dream into reality.
The city where the east meets west, Bangkok. In this place, the finale to Rains Asian Tour is about to begin.
Early in the morning, thousands of fans and members of the media have crowded in the airport, waiting.
[Bangkok International Airport; 23rd Feb 2006]
[Fullhouse hit a viewership rating of 64% in Thailand]
'exploding popularity in Thailand can be credited to serial drama "Full House", which achieved a rating of 64% in Thailand.
In eager anticipation of the waiting crowd, Rain finally appeared at the airport in his sunglasses and a white beanie.
In attempts to see him better, a struggle in the crowd began. Rain smiled at the approaching Thai fans. This moment once again ascertains the exceptional popularity of this Korean Wave star.
The busy schedule has finally come to an end, and Rain is at the beach with his dancers.
JH:
Every time I go overseas to perform, I hardly get any time to exercise.
Once I have spare time, I'll work out with my dancers and colleagues.
Once there's time, Ill go exercise with my dancers.
When there's no time, dancing is also a form of exercise.
Talking about this, there's someone to be introduced here.
[The seven rainmakers: Rainmaker No. 5]
[The person who build healthy bodies, the one who has been helping me till now]
[Rainmaker No. 5, Bodybuilding Coach, Go Gwan Jang]
JH:
I only got to know Go Gwan Jang after my debut. He used to be Mr Korea
[Keep emphasizing on scheduling training sessions]
Dancers tend to have abdominal and pelvic muscles, so the curves are become apparent through the underclothing (translator: ok, okits underwear).
GGJ:
Abs, shoulders and bicep muscles. When wearing short sleeve shirts, the bulging vessels make the muscles look especially resilient. You can show your muscles off during the overseas concerts, very suave.
[Rain when working out]
GGJ:
The Rain who is working out is very vicious, very vicious with himself.
Once he sets a target, say 100 times, he doesnt give up until he makes the number. Even when he's very tired, he will persist till the end.
The toughest thing in this world is battling with yourself. He has already won this battle.
[Winning the battle with yourself is winning the war]
[The seven rainmakers: Rainmaker No. 6]
She is someone who the mere thought of her makes you feel safe leaning upon her. She is like mother, a very amiable person.
[Rainmaker No. 6, Radio Broadcast DJ, Oo Mihee]
JH:
You know the kind of friend, even when you've only known each other for a month, it feels like you've know them ten years, hundred years ago. It feels like that with teacher.
[When was the first time you met?]
JH:
About three years ago, when I was on a radio show. She came across as being very gentle, just like mother. I don't know if I can put it this way. She's very good-looking, very pretty.
OMH:
I was very uneasy then. Because our age gap was so great, it's very inconvenient doing a show together. What do I say to a child like that? I felt ill at ease, and that it was difficult. At that time, I gave him a postcard. The postcard's content was: A child held a piece of maple leave and said to his mother, "Mummy, a present". His mother took the maple leave and felt the arrival of autumn.
Rain finished reading the postcard, and I asked him, "What present are you giving to your mother this autumn?" His eyes moved a little and said, "Oh, mum has already passed away." Because it was a LIVE broadcast, I felt I was really mean, it was my mistake.
JH:
What could I have said then? She looked very embarrassed, very guilty. Actually I didn't mind it that much, many people have already asked me about it.
[There were already many discussions about this topic]
After I said that, teacher gave me a lot of helpful and supportive words.
OMH:
I said, "Sorry, I had no idea". Rain comforted me instead, "Of course you didn't", and he also said, "The best present for mum is a beautiful wardrobe. I can afford one for mum now, but she's no longer around." After that, his eyes looked sad for a while, and that sad look gave me courage to speak. While we aired songs, we chatted a lot.
[Oo Mi-hee in the eyes of Rain...]
JH:
Meeting teacher, she gave me two feelings.
One, a feeling of nostalgia for mother, two, a criteria set for the kind of woman I want to marry in the future.
[Rain in the eyes of Oo Mi-hee...]
OMH:
I've seen many artistes, in the music industry, in the 27 years of being a DJ, Ive seen many "yesterdays" and "todays" of countless singers.
In my eyes, Rain is a very honest, down-to-earth singer.
Just like the Rain onstage, his life is also very honest. Our Rain is only slightly past 20, but he has found a strength within himself, because he is a wise man.
Finally, the finale to his Asian Concert Tour has commenced. Rain captured the visions of the Thai fans with his dynamic movements and enigmatic charisma onstage. The performance when Rain became one with the audiences concluded two hours later.
JH:
From the US concert to the Thailand performance, we finally see the end of the two-year concert tour.
As this is my first concert tour, there may be many mistakes. I'll do better in the future.
I feel I've gone one step up.
Whenever something major or important comes up, I'll always think of mum.
Actually, whenever Im about to release a new album, or every time Im about to embark on a new project, I'll go to my mother's grave and tell her,
"Mum, my I've just completed my new album. I've put in my best for it, so please give me plenty of help."
After each major performance, I'll also report to mother and say my thanks to her.
[The seven rainmakers: Rainmaker No. 7]
JH:
To me, the noun "mother" is the very meaning of my life, and the reason for me to live.
Mother is my religion; to me, she's like a god. So whenever I'm tired, whenever I face obstacles, I'll always think of my mother.
Mum seemed to have endured a great deal of pain. 15 days before she passed away, she was in a great deal of pain. Her whole body was so bloated she couldnt move, and her leg was also seriously wounded, it was really very painful. But after discharging from the hospital, mum still went to the market herself to tend the stall. The days after that, there was no places on her body where they do inject on, so they had to instill 8 tubes on her neck.
At that time, I was very miserable mentally and emotionally. I didn't have much food, and was enduring hunger. But at that time, I thought the mental and emotional pain, and the hunger was nothing compared to the sufferings of mum.
Persistence and endurance, I think that's where I learnt them from.
Mum had a hard life. It will be good if she can live comfortably in heaven.
I think mum is looking out for me, and has always been by my side. As her son, I must work very hard.
Mum has always been facing hardship. I believe she is looking at me from heaven, and has always been by my side. I must strive hard to become a son she'll be proud of.
Also, I'll earn a lot of money here. When I meet you in the future, I'll buy mum a lot of good food.
I love you mum.
Perhaps it was the painful experiences; the Rain today is even more brilliant. Although everybody has their dreams, not everybody can attain that position.
To hold steadfast to this position, Rain is battling with himself even now. His courageous journey only begins now.
JH:
I have my dreams in my heart. In the future, no matter if it takes one year or ten years, maybe I won't succeed even at the end of the road. But I wont concern myself too much with success or failure. I will simply do my best.
I will always stay humble. Please give me your assistance and support.
KTW:
Actually the beginning of the road is really difficult. It's full of hardship. To be a singer in Korea, a representative singer in Asia; to bring so many people together in a concert held on the land of US; to open a bigger market; I'm proud of you. For the sake of many singers who will attempt to take the path youve taken, you must work harder to open the way.
KCH:
To create my characters that will move people's heart, you must put in even more hard work than now. No matter at the end you are a singer or actor, you need to work harder and cultivate inner strength.
JST:
Running on without knowing what fatigue is, I think you can take a break sometimes. I hope he has time to recharge a little. Hes simply working too hard.
GGJ:
Although we haven't really seen each other in this brand new year and only communicated through letters, I've heard much good news. Whatever you are doing, FIGHTING!. Ive always wanted to tell him, "FIGHTING!"
OMH:
I hope he has no painful days, not even flu. You must stay healthy, let us see his healthy looks for the longest of time.
JYP:
There's no need to say anything. I only hope for him to become the world's best singer, and bring the best performance before us.