Woollim's YOO JIAE Debuts with "Delight"

        Two years ago, I've heard rumors indicating that Woollim Entertainment will debut their first girl group, surmised by many to be named "Eternal." A year later, I get hints that it might come true, seeing as three high-school, female Woollim trainees made cameos in SBS's Running Man. Three years after Infinite's "You Are My Oppa," Yoo Jiae, their virtual little sister from the show, is now debuting as a solo artist. Woollim is a secretive and surprising agency, that's for sure. Yoo Jiae had first entered the agency with hopes of becoming an actress, but is now debuting as an idol-soloist? It's not permanent, in the same way that Baby Soul and Yoo Jiah's duet is only temporary. The individual debuts introduce to the public that these girls are going to be part of the official girl group, but nothing's set in stone.

As for debut single "Delight," the instrumental music is upbeat, bright and eclectic (think of the background music in a make-up store or trendy teen boutique), but Jiae's voice doesn't impress me. Yes, her voice is curiously high and sweet, but it also sounds thin in the higher notes and more like 'air' singing through her nose. I wish to hear her real voice, and I don't think this track does it justice. In fact, for a studio version, she sounds unconfident in her own vocal skill. What this debut presents is a very cute, pretty girl who is mesmerizing on camera. She's definitely "delightful" and charming, but her voice is a little weak for a soloist.

The MV is beautifully directed. Jiae looks young and pure in a school uniform and flowy white dress,  running around with wind in her long hair, streamers blowing and cherry blossoms softly falling. All this dreamy loveliness catches the eye of our young lead (B1A4's Baro), who looks completely captivated (honestly, I don't think he's acting). Then the two frolick and hold hands in the soft romantic way that first love should look like, but never does. Surprisingly, the song lyrics are  actually a little sad; it's about a girl asking her ex to let her go. I applaud the casting director for this shoot. Baro looks really good with Jiae here.

Since I first saw her fiesty, elephant-stomping self on "You Are My Oppa," I thought her debut would be much funkier and maybe even sassy. Instead, Woollim gives her a 180 degree image that transforms her into this innocent, sweet girl that looks the part, but doesn't bring anything new to the table. Instead, it would be great to find a refreshing, spunky personality underneath that innocent concept.

With Yoo Jiae's debut and interview (below), it is confirmed that Woollim Entertainment is indeed planning to debut a girl group, though each member will be introduced separately one by one (and at a snail's pace). So far, the members are Baby Soul, Yoo Jiah, and now Yoo Jiae.

"Delight" Behind the Scenes A

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CFWPJtK10O4

"Delight" Behind the Scenes B

http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=PLVwYeVNaB8

"Introduce Myself: Yoo Jiae" (Eng Sub- click captions)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=5Z6OdX5Wv0E

A-PINK member Yookyung to leave group

           With the recent announcement of 4Minute's comeback, I thought A Cube Entertainment would be trickling out some hints about A-Pink's comeback as well. After all, the girls have recently celebrated their 2nd anniversary since debut (April 19th) and have only made three comebacks total. Then I hear the devastating news that maknae Yookyung will be leaving the group. I mean, she's one of my favorite members! Yookyung may not be the most popular member but she has very steady live skills and is probably the only quiet, classy one in the group (a Pink Panda joke). Similar to Jiae from Girl's Day, she will be leaving with the decision to attend college and pursue her studies instead. Of course, there are many idols that accomplish both, but I'm guessing her prestigious upbringing (her dad is the CEO of multi-million dollar company) needs a better education than what idol life can allow her. Before Pink Pandas can even process this loss, A Cube is already announcing the addition of a replacement member to complete the 7-member girl group. Come on, Cube. Even food needs to be digested slower than that. They basically dropped a bomb on us and told us to come back to work in an hour. The only thing worse is if they tell us who the new member is now, but at least that part is still being decided. What they did say is that the new member will be introduced with the new album. What they should do is just leave the poor replacement member out of the picture because she'll just receive a lot of hate no matter how talented she is. Since coming out with a new album may take months to train for, I'm thinking A-Pink won't be coming back for at least another two months.

The official A Cube Entertainment statements are as follows: "We first want to apologize to all the fans for having to deliver news of this nature. Yookyung, who debuted on April 19th of 2011 and received a lot of love while shedding tears and smiling with many fans over the past 2 years, will no longer be with us as an A Pink member. Yookyung has always tried her best since her debut and has been a hard working member. After debating for a long time between continuing as a celebrity and focusing on her studies, as well as the other six members' futures, Yookyung and her agency have made this very hard decision. As Yookyung will be entering university this year, she will no longer be A Pink's Yookyung, but a student like others her age. Please support her and her future."

A Cube also added, "They won't be promoting as six, but we are planning on adding a new member. We are looking for someone, but nothing  has been decided yet... The new member will probably be revealed with the new album."

UPDATE (130503):
I seriously thought this was a mutual thing, but her departure just isn't being wrapped up quietly. Yookyung's father, big conglomerate CEO that he is, speaks out on behalf of his daughter that her dismissal is a one-way decision that she heard about just recently.While A Cube insists that the agreement was mutual, her dad requests that A Cube issues an apology to fans, and for Pink Pandas to help Yookyung resume her post. A Cube is still sticking to their statement, but the situation looks very suspicious here. It's not the part where Yookyung's dad speaks out and says it's untrue so much as he's asking fans to help her come back to the group. This means that indeed, Yookyung did not voluntarily wish to depart (because really, A-Pink is at a rising stage in their careeer, why should anyone leave?) and the pressure originated from her own agency. This is the first time I've heard of scandal from the Cube family (A Cube is a subsidiary of Cube Entertainment), and I'm really disappointed. I really thought they were one of the better agencies, but now I feel betrayed. In fact, her father claimed that there was also media play about her only joining the group because she wanted to get into college. Furthermore, since the release of her wealthy family background a year ago, some even believe that she bought her way into the group.

In response to her father's tweets, A Cube issues the following statement, "The company’s position is the same as last time when we revealed our official statement… There is nothing else to say. It’s the truth that [Yookyung] left after settling on an agreement, and we have no intention to bring her back in."

Yookyung may not be the most popular member or the prettiest, but that's not the point. She's part of the A-Pink image and helped create it. Bringing another girl in during this controversy would just hurt public reception of the group. This is a really bad situation for both sides, because the damage is already done; if Yookyung does come back, that would only cause unnecessary tension between her, the company and the other A-Pink members. If A Cube comes out and apologizes, then their image is forever tarnished for covering something up, while not coming out will create even more controversy, as Yookyung's father is threatening to reveal the actual negotiation. If neither side agrees, this issue might go to court, and then what will become of A-Pink in the end? *Thinks of T-ara and shudders*


Read the original article here:
http://www.allkpop.com/2013/05/a-cube-entertainment-and-yookyungs-father-give-conflicting-reports-on-yookyungs-departure-from-a-pink
Update (130507):
http://www.allkpop.com/2013/05/former-a-pink-member-yookyungs-father-fires-back-at-a-cube-entertainment

It's a sad day for PINKFINITE...

Original Image source: https://www.facebook.com/apinkandinfinitefanpage

            Pinkfinite shippers, brace yourselves for some extremely frustrating news. Firstly, SHINee's Taemin and A-Pink's Naeun are confirmed by allkpop to be the newest couple on "We Got Married," a virtual marriage dating show between celebrities. Then, there's a new controversial article about Infinite's L. First ZE:A's Kwanghee and Secret's Sunwha are leaving WGM early, now you're replacing them with a barely legal couple? It's not like I dislike Taemin, because really, I don't know much about him. However, I do know about Naeun, and I'm so sad that she's making her first virtual romance debut with someone other than Infinite's L. I mean, he's maybe, probably- so into her! Main visual, wavy long hair, pretty, innocent, feminine, also likes the color black, and everything on his ideal type list! Then matters got ten times worse when Super Junior's Shindong pointed out on Beatles Code 2 that in 2008 prior to his debut, L answered the question, "What should I do if I want to become a celebrity?" His most noticeable remark was, "The labels focus on your looks to a certain extent. SM Entertainment considers looks at about 60% and talent at around 40%. The labels that concentrate more on talent are JYP Entertainment and YG Entertainment." Shindong then teased, "You criticized our label. You're telling us we have no talent." Naturally, L became very flustered.

Though Shindong said it as a joke, the situation can easily turn very nasty. Netizens and SM fans can easily be insulted and create anti-L or anti-Infinite remarks. In fact, they already have. Some already point out L as 80% looks and 20% talent, arguing that variety and acting skills don't count. Others are dragging in Sungyeol and Sungjong, saying they have no vocal talent, either.

SOOO?? They make me happy, SO??! K-Pop has a distinct mixture of many different components. Talent, effort and looks are among the top three. Closely following those are personality and creativity. Things like learning how to play an instrument, composing, singing and rapping skills can be learned then honed. The same with variety skills and acting skills. However, you can take 100 individuals, give them the same training and resources, and not all of them will yield the same results. Not everyone will be loved, either. The whole point of being an 'idol' is for people to love you just as much (or more) than your music. This is why entertainment companies mix and match members to form a group: usually 2-3 main vocalists (people who can "really sing" if you wanna put it that way), 1-2 main rappers/dancers, and some type of "visual" that is physically beautiful. The "lookers" tend to gain skills over time, but the point is to immediately hook audiences onto the visuals so they'll stay around for the talent. Sometimes, it's the other way around, but I'm talking about the South Korean culture here, where there's a heavy mentality of 'having a pretty face gives you a greater advantage' in life. I'm sick and tired of Netizens lip-smacking each other through fan wars and comparing groups like their hard work and lifestyle deprivation wasn't a factor to their success. Not all success is achieved equally, mind you, but sacrifices must be made to earn a spot there. No one gets famous overnight, (not even PSY), and no one does it without blood, sweat and tears. As a public figure, if they receive a ton more love than they do hate, (and if that love steadily grows) that says something about real talent. So THERE. SUCK ON THAT. 

Image taken from: http://fyeahpinkfinite.tumblr.com/post/29057222889/i-hate-pinkfinite-rainfinite-is-much-more-better-and

Further Comments:
Taemin and Naeun? Really WGM? You're going to replace the hilarious socialite couple (Kwanghee and Sunhwa) with the shyest, greenest couple? What are you doing? Just because Shinee is a big group and A-Pink are no longer rookies doesn't mean you can just put any two idols together. Not all star-power is synergistic. In fact, when two people are too similar or reserved, it's completely boring to watch. I seriously applauded them for putting opposites 2AM's Jinwoon and actress Junhee together, but I'm shaking my head at this new combination. Either it'll be very sweet and cute, or aawwwkward... But- but- what about L? Him and Naeun are so fated to be together their articles are number one and two on today's allkpop news. A-Pink is on hiatus lately, so news of those ladies are currently very scarce. For it to even appear on the same day as the release of L's controversial article... man. My fanfiction heart aches for them. Sungyeol should really get the alcohol ready for L's sob attack.

As for this L article, I'm worried that too many people will just take it the wrong way and... another Jay Park situation occurs (a single social network comment stated as a trainee four years prior to his debut caused so much hate Jay had to resign as the leader of 2PM). SM is only tied for first place with YG in the idol agency competition, and despite Infinite's rising popularity, they're from a little fish pond called Woollim Entertainment that can easily be squished by SM's crazy loyal, bajillion and beyond fans. L would never say something like that now, but it's not like it hasn't been a discussed topic before. SM artists are trained for perfection- and that applies to looks as well. The crazier part is, Infinite (and the rest of the idol world) are big DBSK5 fans. Of course they recognize DBSK's crazy talents. They also worship SNSD as goddesses, and have openly sang F(x)'s "Hot Summer" in reality show "Sesame Player." Shinee's Key is also Woohyun's best friend. There really should be no uproar, but... still, you never know. You just really don't wanna mess with SM. If they can suppress their own super boy band DBSK5...

Idol Olympics MyungEun

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=okUGrkGvwDo

Pinkfinite: Visual line's obsession with black

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dwh88qICOqs

Source (allkpop articles):
Infinite's SM Past SM Comment:  http://www.allkpop.com/2013/04/infinites-l-claimed-that-sm-entertainment-artists-are-60-looks-and-40-talent
Taemin and Naeun WGM Couple:
 http://www.allkpop.com/2013/04/both-agencies-confirm-taemin-and-na-euns-casting-for-we-got-married

BTOB Thanks fans with "Second Confession"

       It's a beautiful start to 2013 when I get all my favorite boys bands coming back in a timely manner. First it's Infinite H, then it's Teen Top, then U-Kiss, then Infinite7, now finally BtoB! Thought I didn't expect both Infinite and BtoB to return with 'romantic spring' concept comebacks, I am glad to hear both bands' distinct vocals anyway. This newest single, "Second Confession," is a thank you to fans for their dedication and support over the last year since BtoB's debut. The lyrics are about coming back to a past lover and confessing a second time. Now that's different. Not repetitive mistakes, but a second chance at love. Though I can't help thinking that the "for the fans" announcement is just a lame Cube marketing strategy, I appreciate that they're giving me a BtoB song I didn't expect. As the new raw rookies of Cube, BtoB absolutely blows me away with their vocals. Out of seven members, there is probably only one or two relatively 'weak' vocals- and they're the rappers! What I like about BtoB is that they never stop trying to acquire new musical abilities- a rapper isn't just a rapper, like in the case of Minhyuk. He's also a steady vocalist, plays the piano, a rookie actor, does intense acrobatics, and a diligent English student.

"Second Confession" is one of their 'softer' songs, with a slower ballad-type melody, but the music video highlights what Cube is really shooting for. I don't like comparing groups, but BtoB is has the same intention as Infinite- they are displaying their individual personalities with minimal embellishment. When I saw, "Man in Love," I thought, "Ah... this is what Infinite is really like." I felt the same thing when I saw the "Second Confession" MV. What sets each comeback apart is each member's personality and varied interpretations of what it means to be in love.

BtoB "Second Confession" MV http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7zuoNuI4fHQ

BtoB "Second Confession" MV (Eng Sub) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SR6Wvc2iMtE

BtoB "Second Confession" MV (Pajama version) http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=i06rYg2Kqyg#!

How I saw the (original) MV:
From the start of the MV, Minhyuk is reciting fan letters from a radio station in his prim scholarly manner. A letter flies past a building that looks like something from their "Irresistable Lips" set and lands on Ilhoon's bike, as he pedals enthusiastically while reciting an energizing rap. While he acts his age as a cute kid, Minhyuk jogs by on his morning run, pumping his fists boxer-style and spinning smooth dance circles. The letter makes its way to Eunkwang, who is neatly dressed in a blazer and lying on a bench. The camera pans down the same sidewalk, where Changsub is sliding by with smooth jazz moves, his hat pulled stylishly low over one eye. In that moment, I swear I was seeing a younger version of Taeyang from "Wedding Dress." I know Changsub's a surprisingly good rapper, but I didn't know he had so much dancing swag, either. This active letter then flies into a brown market bag containing baguettes, and Sungjae jauntily saunters his way through a high building walkway. He gets bored and hands it to Hyunsik (imploring puppy style), who gladly accepts the bag as if it were a badge, merrily carrying it along with a triumphant smile on his face. The two perform a small jaunty dance and hook elbows in bromance. The group then reunites and perform a little skiddattling dance (I'm running out of words here) while Peniel raps a cute English segment in a loose, just-got-out-of-bed manner. Next, Minhyuk is riding shotgun in a silver Oldsmobile with uncle driver Eunkwang. The windows are down and he raps dreamily until they come to the red light, where Ilhoon is crossing the street. I swear, he's one of the few that can pull off a rap wearing green pants with white polka dots. This entering and leaving of individual members repeat throughout the song, until everyone finally settles by nighttime in a wooden-paneled room with soft but bright lighting. They are all dressed in casual blazer outfits, and continue their mellow singing jig while fiddling with various instruments. Peniel throws in another particularly memorable rap, "Throwing away my pride to ask you to come back, I'll be your shoulder strap and you can be my backpack." Then, a random girl appears, staring at the moon. It's the only part of the MV I have a problem with, just because it was unnecessarily moody when the boys had been cheerily singing. Then, the letter rides the wind through mysterious girl's open patio door and voila! She reads it. The last shot is of the boys giving derpy expressions and posing at the camera in their sitting state.

Comments:
Though I feel this MV and track is a little too mellow for BtoB's style, I'm glad that they're trying something new. I enjoyed the simple outfits and haircuts as well, because it showcases just how surprisingly handsome and charming these boys are. The hand rolling dance is the best addition. I also like that each song highlights different member's vocals. In "Second Confession," main rappers Minhyuk, Ilhoon and Peniel took the spotlight, bringing in energized raps in the midst of sweet choruses. Strangely enough, they did all this without devoiding anyone of singing or rapping parts. The song was very evenly divided, even more so than their previous tracks. Way to set up each member to be a vital component, Cube. I hope to see BtoB increase their performance difficulties next. Maybe something dark and mysterious? With a 'pretty please' on top?

The "Pajama" version of the "Second Confession" MV is just too precious. They look too darn adorable to be teens and males in their early twenties, but I'm glad they can pull it off so well. The dancing is a little awkward because they're wearing such light clothing, but I still like this casual, carefree BtoB more than the one trying to "confess."


BtoB "Second Confession" Live Performances:

130411 M! Countdown Comeback
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bapxcVKUGYo

130412 Music Bank Comeback
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=51CtmIId0Bw

130413 Music Core Comeback
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZPGaZBtBM8M

130414 Inkigayo Comeback
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mppKoJjSh_8

Eunkwang: leader, main vocalist (high notes)

Changsub: vocalist (emotional)

Minhyuk: rapper, vocalist

Hyunsik: vocalist (mellow)

Peniel: rapper, Chicago boy

Ilhoon: charismatic rapper

Sungjae: vocalist, maknae

WHAT IF: Idol Dream Couples

If I were Supreme Matchmaker of the Idol World, then the following couples need to happen! Below are a list of my dream couples starting from older pairings to super maknaes!

Note: I mainly decided by age and physicalities, but I also factored in ideal type, character traits and roles within their respective groups. Groups I excluded: Infinite and A-Pink (they belong together! With the exception of Sungyeol and L), major veteran groups like DBSK, Super Junior, SNSD, Wonder Girls, Big Bang, 2PM, Kara, T-ara and SHINee.

THE BOLD AND BRUSQUE COUPLE
DMTN'a Inati ('81) and Sistar's Hyorin ('91): Hyorin likes her men muscular and manly, and who else fits that description better than DMTN's leader Inati? If anyone can date ten years older, Hyorin can do it. They are both so tan they almost look Blasian. Also, he has the fiery tough Aries (post army) thing going on, and she has the sexiness to keep things scorching from all ends.

THE BAD-ASS, HOW DARE YOU LOOK ME IN THE EYES COUPLE
DMTN's Simon ('86) and Jewelry's Baby J ('86): They're both rappers, confident, underrated, athletic, and too sexy to be approachable.

THE DIPLOMATIC LEADERS OF SOUTH KOREA COUPLE
X-5 Ghun ('89) and Girl's Day Sojin ('86): He's not her age, but he understands what it's like to be a leader in a 5-member idol group... until X-5 broke up with their company and Jihae left Girl's Day for her studies... See? Perfect. They both have a mature and composed vibe going on. However, they can get down and dirty for any sexy concept.

THE 'HOTTER THAN YOU CAN HANDLE' RAP COUPLE
Jay Park ('87)/ B.A.P.'s Yongguk ('90) and Sistar's Bora ('90):
I am absolutely torn for this one, because on one hand, Jay Park is really cool, mature and actually likes Bora since her "Gone Not Around Any Longer" promotions. On the other hand, B.A.P.'s Yongguk is also an exclusive rapper whose looks define B.A.P.'s tough guy image. Either way, Bora is hella sexy (and surprisingly dorky), so she should get a say on which male six pack she likes best.

THE FRIENDLY GIANTS COUPLE
2AM Seulong ('87) and Hello Venus' Nara ('91): He's may be several years older than her, but she already has the looks and charm of an older woman. (186cm and 172cm).

THE BEAUTIFUL BLOND COUPLE
A-Jax's Hyeongkon ('88) and Hello Venus' Alice ('90): He's oh-so manly, stunning and handsome, and she's feisty and headstrong as the group's dynamic player. They're both the eldest within their groups, but neither rule with an iron fist. Maybe it's because they've been there and done that; he's already been to the army, while she already made an attempt as a solo singer named Ora. What is there not to love? (Definitely not his beautifully sculpted six pack abs, that's for sure).

THE +19 RATED COUPLE
Myname Insoo ('88) and Tahiti's Jisoo ('94): Ever since All the K-Pop, I'm still shaking my head at the utter scandalousness of this couple. Just. Date. Already. Or get a room. It doesn't matter that they randomly met, are at least five years apart, and quiet closet freaks. Their simmering chemistry just leaps off the screen and sizzles stronger by the episode.

THE SEXY DORKAHOLICS COUPLE
B2ST Gikwang ('90) and Secret's Hyosung ('89): Ever since the Idol Crown Prince Chuseok Special in 2012, I was enamored with this temporary couple. They have super sexy (voluminous) bodies in contrast with their cheerful, humble personalities.

THE CONFIDENT CONTRAST COUPLE
FT Island Jonghyun ('90) & AOA's Choa ('90): He's super chill and sensitive, while she's super fiesty and powerful. They can really balance each other out. If not as a couple, I would definitely peg them as siblings... look at those perfect noses!

THE COMFORTABLY COOL COUPLE
B2ST's Dongwoon ('91) and 4Minute's Gayoon ('90): This veteran couple is cool, sexy and sophisticated. They're relatively unnoticed compared to their other members, but with vocal talents and visuals like that, it's better just to sit and watch.

N & Eunyoung: THE TEARS AND DENIAL COUPLE
Seyong & Eunyoung: THE FOXY FLIRT COUPLE
VIXX's N ('90)/Myname's Seyong ('91)and Two X's Eunyoung ('92): N and Eunyoung *shakes my head* N needs to make his feelings clear and Eunyoung needs to make it harder for him. They've been broadcasting their feelings since The Romantic & Idol 2 and All the K-Pop already. If you can make a girl cry twice because of mixed signals, N, you might want to re-evaluate the signals you're giving. As for Seyong, he and Eunyoung seem to have a matched competitive streak that shows up in a very talkative, playful manner. Eunyoung's so awesome she shouldn't have to choose- menage a trois it is!

VS.   

THE AWKWARD AEYGO COUPLE
VIXX's Ken ('92) and Nine Muses' Kyungri ('90): While Insoo and Jisoo just ooze sensuality, these two squirm with awkward cuteness. He's unusually silent and manly around her, while she's unusually bold and bubbly around him. Together, they make one tall, ticklishly cute couple.

THE LOOKING DOWN ON THE WORLD (POWER) COUPLE
EXO-K's Kris ('90) and Dal*Shabet's Kaeun ('92): Kris is just so tall and intimidating (187cm) that I had to scope out strong tall types just to make it even. Kaeun has the looks, confidence, height (172cm/5'8) and mature sexiness that makes him look less like a looming tower and more of a solid boyfriend. So what if they look down on the world? The world is just relatively short compared to them.

THE SEXY CHODING COUPLE
Infinite' Sungyeol ('91) and Girl's Day Yura ('92: The tallest members in their groups and the older maknaes, these two always struggle to appear both sexy and mature. Don't they know people love them most for their childish charms?

AJ & Zin: THE CHILL UNDERDOG COUPLE
AJ & Lime: THE ROWDY RAPPERS COUPLE
U-Kiss's AJ ('91) and D-Unit's Zin ('93)/ Hello Venus's Lime ('93): Another dilemma here: AJ and Zin looked absolutely cute together when they appeared on Ep. 11-12 of Gangnam Dance School. They both seem quiet, casual and cool. He has the mature intellectual vibe while she has the laid-back hip-hop flair going on. At the same time, AJ's level-headness can balance out Lime's upbeat dorkiness. She can be the tomboyish surprise that makes him smile.

THE FIERCE HIGH FASHION COUPLE
B1A4's CNU ('91) and F(x)'s Krystal ('94): When CNU claimed his ideal type is Krystal on Weekly Idol, I raised my hands in the air and announced, "Then you shall have her." He's the casual but talented flower boy type and she's the fierce sharp features type- talk about visually ideal!

THE "I GET MY WAY BY AEYGO" COUPLE
BtoB's Changsub ('91) and AOA's Chanmi ('96): Changsub is a surprising mix of cute and cuddly looks with a distinct, raw voice. His ideal type is someone with milky skin, smiley eyes, long straight hair, an egg-shaped face, lively and around 165cm, so AOA's maknae Chanmi (166cm) would suit him well (since she's so fresh, cute and girly).

  

THE STATUE OF DAVID COUPLE
Infinite's L ('92) and AOA's Seohyun ('95): If all else fails and L doesn't end up with A-Pink's Naeun, (because she is virtually married to Shinee's Taemin now, omg) there's another leading lady for him, and she as 'visual' as a carefully grown prize-flower. Not to mention, she has the long lustrous hair that L likes accompanied with the soft, innocent personality. If they ever get together, it would be great if they can re-enact "You're Beautiful" and play the role of guardian angels.

THE UNDERRATED POWER COUPLE
Teen Top's Cap ('92) and 5Dolls Chanmi ('92): They're not well known, but they have such powerful stage charisma! She's bolder than he is, but he's resilently just as strong a performer. Can someone please bring C.A.P. to the front more often and find Chanmi a better agency to join? Please and thank you. 

Daehyun & Yuna: THE SHOOT FIRST ASK QUESTIONS LATER COUPLE
Daehyun & Hani: THE STEREOTYPICAL BAD BOY MEETS SWEET GIRL COUPLE B.A.P.'s Daehyun ('93) and AOA's Yuna ('92)/EXID Hani ('92): Daehyun and Yuna are both main vocalists, and hot ones at that. Performing, they both light up the stage with their raw vocal power and undeniable charisma. They can be secret spies together!

As for Hani, she's also a main vocalist, but her pairing with Daehyun is more interesting because he is the stage epitome of a dangerous bad boy type while she looks lovely and subtly seductive.

THE SPUNKY RED BOMBSHELL COUPLE
VIXX's Ravi ('93) and AOA's Hyejeong ('93): These two stage red-heads are not only tall but are very noticeable among their respective groups. Ravi looks like the crazy, brazen rapper, while Hyejeong is the noticeably tallest one with copper hair. They're both talkative, social and energetic individuals. (183cm and 170cm).

THE DYNAMIC DANCE COUPLE, or THE NOONA KNOWS BEST COUPLE
BtoB's Ilhoon ('94) and Skarf's Tasha ('93): If Gangnam Dance School taught me anything (other than that I suck at dancing) is that BtoB's Ilhoon has met his fiesty temper match in Skarf's leader and noona Tasha. She seems so young, but she's very mature, composed and sensible for her age. At the same time, she is surprisingly good at aeygo without making me cringe- Ilhoon would attest to that, seeing as he couldn't help but blush when she directed her undeniable charm on him. It also helps that his ideal type is someone with white skin, big eyes, long lashes, has an S-line and slender body. Tasha and Ilhoon are both fast choreography learners and charismatic dancers.

THE AMERICAN BEAUTY COUPLE

Teen Top's L.Joe ('93) and Chocolat's Melanie ('97): They have very Caucasian features (Melanie's father is American), they both speak English, have tiny faces and pleasant, pretty features.

 

THE SMALL FACE AND MEZMERIZING EYES COUPLE
JJ Project's Jr. ('94)/ Chocolat's Julianne ('93): Despite being such pretty people with petite faces, their lovable personalities overwhelm their looks any day.

THE NEXT GENERATION TROUBLEMAKERS COUPLE
BtoB's Sungjae ('95) and 4Minute's Sohyun ('94): While Hyunseung and Hyuna are raw and provocative, Sungjae and Sohyun sparkle with a subtle star power of their own. They can switch from cute and comical to sultry and sexy within a blink, so give them a few more years and they'll be sure to surprise everyone!

THE SMILE WITH WHOLE FACE COUPLE
Boyfriend's Minwoo ('95) and Tahiti's Ari ('94): So many adorable eye smiles here!

THE VETERAN MAKNAE COUPLE, or THE AGE IS BUT A NUMBER COUPLE
Teen Top's Changjo ('95) and 5Dolls Hyewon ('95): They're may have just started high school, but they're barely sweating with all the rough schedule requirements of being an idol. Despite being maknaes, they stand out and steal the spotlight in every performance.

THE 'IF CUTE HAD A FACE, IT WOULD BE OURS' COUPLE
VIXX Hyuk ('95) & Hello Venus Yooyoung ('95): They're both young, cute, tall, and still growing! (184cm 170cm). As the docile maknaes, I'm sure they'll have the sweetest, most innocent romance ever. I predict some major blushing and feet shuffling here!

THE TOWERING TYCOON COUPLE
B.A.P. Zelo ('96) and Chocolat's Tia ('97): What are they feeding these kids?? Such tall, cute kids offstage but such strong dancers and rappers onstage. (184cm and 171cm).