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Two Men (Duet with Kyuhyun) – Park Jae-jung
Though the song stretches over five minutes, its relatable lyrics and the enchanting harmony of their voices make it fly by as if it’s just a single verse. Their back-and-forth is so seamless, you’ll wonder if there’s ever been such a perfectly synced duet between two guys. (There aren’t many, to begin with.)
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Not Exactly a Hero
The actor Jang Ki-yong gives off a young So Ji-sub vibe, though I later realized he was the notorious thug who tormented IU in ‘My Mister’. (Suddenly annoyed) He’s not only easy on the eyes but also has a great voice. There must be some flaw, right?
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Vapor Trails (Kim Ae-ran)
I was quite captivated by the episode of Dong-jin Lee’s Pyakia featuring Go Min-si. She appeared confident and thoughtful, answering each interview question with sharp, genuine insights. π With a passion for reading, she mentioned being moved by Kim Ae-ran’s ‘Vapor Trails’, realizing the healing power of shedding tears while reading about someone’s pain. That…
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The Aesthetics of the Unremarkable
Playing Schubert’s piano pieces with perfection is one of the toughest things in the world. Especially the Sonata in D major. Many renowned pianists have taken on this challenge, yet no performance has ever been flawless. There’s no rendition you could call perfect. Want to know why? It’s because the piece itself is imperfect. Robert…
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Whose Hobby is This? (What Did You Do to Mechanical Pencils?)
This book, written by an engineer, encapsulates everything from the mechanics of mechanical pencils to detailed reviews of each product on the market. It’s truly the final chapter of obsession.
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South of the Border, West of the Sun
From a metaphysical perspective, we can’t even fathom why we exist in this world, and from the moment we’re born, we’re slowly walking towards the inevitable endβdeath. Perhaps every step in life is a desperate attempt to momentarily forget that sorrowful conclusion. π
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Secret Garden
I knew the members could sing, and watching this clip, I was thinking, ‘Wow, their voices are just amazing.’ But when Arin sang her part at the end, my heart skipped a beat.
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South of the Border, West of the Sun
A boy, feeling love but unsure of its nature, expresses it sincerely through instinct. Like a scientist documenting data around an unexplained phenomenon, or a kid jotting down the lyrics of a favorite song phonetically without understanding their meaning, the boy faithfully records what he sees, feels, and imagines. π
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Penguin Books X Starbucks
In 1987, Terry Waite, a British Anglican priest, was on a mission to release hostages during the Christian-Muslim conflict in Lebanon. He was captured by a Muslim group and held for nearly five years. Moved by his character, his captors offered to get him books. Unable to communicate well, he drew a penguin and said,…
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2024-9-28 Playlist
Some might wonder why I mostly listen to old songs, but trust me, I do vibe with some incredible new tracks. SOS, with Cupid’s composer involved, is another top-tier addition to easy listening. The soft hook lingers, making you hum along. πΆ