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TAEYEONThey said that SNSD will be a group that not only sings, but will also be working in acting and MCing. If you can pick an area you want to work in?
First of all, we're planning to work hard as SNSD. Later on, if given the opportunity, I would like to try acting in a Sitcom or DJing.
What was your first impression of YoonA?
She looked like a gorgeous angel.
I am ______(Describe yourself in 5 words)
Sweet and refreshing.
Out of the SNSD members, if you can choose something you would like to learn from a member?
It's really hard to choose from a single member because everyone has their own individual character and many good things about them. But if I had to choose one, I would choose Sunny. Even when she is tired, Sunny's peculiar smile and the way she cares for others never goes away, and I would like to learn this from her.
Is there a dream you wish to come true?
Winning this year's New Artist Award!
What was the hardest part of being a trainee?
Living away from my family was the hardest part. Because of that, it took me a while to adjust. I also talked with my parents everyday too. Nowadays, we talk even more by doing video-calling. However, I'm very happy now because spending time with my members feels like I'm spending time with my family since it's comfortable and fun.
Besides music and acting, is there any other interests you have?
I like to play games. I've been hooked onto Nintendo and Cellphone games lately. The game I liked the most is definitely 'Rollercoaster Tycoon'.
Who's your role model?
My role model is my mother.
Lastly, would you like to say what you'll be prepared to do from now on?
Just like our name Girls Generation states, I would like to make our country a Girl's Generation. Moving out to Asia and even more out to the world and make the entire world Girl's Generation. We'll be showing our charm of active, fresh, cute image so please continue loving us more.
YOONAThey said that SNSD will be a group that not only sings, but will also be working in acting and MCing. If you can pick an area you want to work in?
I would like to switch between singing and acting. Besides singing, I think I'll be appearing more as an actress as well.
What was your first impression of SeoHyun?
I remember her to be very quiet and introversive. At that time I was very young too, but SeoHyun was even younger. SeoHyun back in grade 5 was very cute.
I am ______ (Describe yourself in 5 words)
Person that cries a lot.
Is there a dream you wish to come true?
For SNSD to receive the New Artist Award this year.
What is something that makes you happy?
I really enjoy talking with the people I like. Lately, everyday has been fun because I'm able to spend time together with my members and talk about many things together.
Fall is known as the reading season, is there any books you would like to recommend?
I have a very indecisive personality and there are many times I am troubled for not being able to decide on something. Recently, I read a book called
Actress Yoona vs Singer Yoona vs Model Yoona. What's the title you like the most?
It's really hard to choose one. All of them are an area I would like to do and feel greedy for.
Lastly, would you like to say what you'll be prepared to do from now on?
Please continue looking out for SNSD. I will be trying my best in both the drama and with SNSD. Yoona, the girl with a diverse charm, is trying her best so please cheer me on. Please keep a lot of interest in SNSD's Yoona and <2 Outs in the bottom of the 9th>'s JooYoung.
SEOHYUNThe youngest of SoNyeoShiDae's 9 person , SeoHyun. "If there's a good point being the youngest, the older sisters will be having a lovable sensation. And if we look inside the older sisters, I've got more chance to learn many things, I think that's the good point. Because I'm the youngest, when the time I have to do something difficult comes, sometimes I feel tired. But I like being the youngest(LAUGH)." Actually Most of SeoHyun's personality is formed by the end of shooting.
SeoHyeon, who worry about the answers of the interview, rushed to the older sisters to ask for help.
Being a singer In SoNyeoShiDae, of course have a lot of activities like acting, MC, etc, but in the future, what kind of activities you would like to do?
Currently, because of doing activities with SoNyeoShiDae , I think this time I'm going to concentrate become a singer. And, If I have opportunity, I want to challenge myself by acting.
What's your first impression about SooYoung?
Very exotic, At first, I thought she were a mixed-blood. She seemed very cheerful.
I am ______(Please express with five characters)
Extraordinary honest
Dream, Is there anything you want to achieve?
First, I want to be shine with SoNyeoShiDae. After that, i want to be an actress and do acting.
I want to be a singer that recognize in the domestics as well as Japan, in Asia including China.
Please introduce us about the filming episodes of M.net 'girls...go to school'
The shooting takes place in the swimming pool, which is located in Sokcho. But at the scene, suddenly decided become a fashion show. On a tight schedule, quick rehearsals have to be finish on time. Right after I stepped on the stage, I became totally panic. It's like that, but the memory about fashion show still remains in my memory.
Before making a debut, performing with all the Seniors and famous singers in real program,
I hope we do so. So we have to put all our efforts(LAUGH).
Sleep for 10 minutes, get up, what did you do after the event?
Before sleep for 10 minutes, I write a diary. Finding out what happened in that day, fixing the point, you can think again, a positive fact. And then, in the morning, when you wake up, make a big smile. my parents used to start their day by laughing, that day they said that I would feel better if I tried it. I'm rather flutter, so I have to dream about my success. Now I'm very excited about all that I'm thinking. I hope that day would come quickly.
Lastly,preparation for the future in a single word
All the fans, from men, women, children of different ages group, who SoNyeoShiDae received love from, we're going to do our best. SoNyeoShiDae's group representing asian women, to all whose SeoHyun received love from, SeoHyun will put more efforts so can sing, dance, act better. In the future, please love us more and more.
SOOYOUNGThey said that SNSD will be a group that not only sings, but will also be working in acting and MCing. If you can pick an area you want to work in?
I'm really interested in DJing, MCing, and acting. A lot of people around me that I suit those areas too. I've also received acting training for 3 years. Currently, I'm DJing for the radio show 'Chunji Radio' and it's a lot fun.
What was your first impression of Yuri?
To summarize it in one word, Yuri was 'strong'. Eventhough she looked pure and innocent, she had the image of not breaking down in whatever situation. Despite Yuri being younger than me, I think I was scared of her (laughs).
I am ______ (Describe yourself in 5 words)
Someone with potential.
Is there a dream you wish to come true?
Not only Korea, but I would like to make all of Asia 'Girl's Generation'. Because I worked in Japan for a while, I'm very confident in Japanese. I'm also learning Chinese currently too. I would also like to go to Japan, China, and even Hollywood as an actress. If given the opportunity, I would like to do volunteer activties around the world.
It says here you worked with Route 0 at a young age in Japan.
I think I've matured a lot at a young age, having to work in a foreign country by myself. I also realized the importance of family while living away from my parents. I think the best thing was I was able to gain some experience on TV. If I didn't work in Japan, I would probably still be a 'Kid Sooyoung'.
If you can grade yourself right now, how many points will you give?
50 points. I think I lack a lot in terms of physical strength and working strength while working as a 'Chunji Radio' DJ and SNSD.
If you can share your happiest memory? Memory you would like to erase?
I think all my memories of spending time with my family was happy. A memory I would like to erase is when I fainted once from being too sick. I remember it being very scary because I was so sick.
Your own way of relieving stress?
I would just eat (laughs) or turn off the light and dance. There are times when I would cry too. Now that I live with my members, I would relieve it by talking about it with my members.
Lastly, would you like to say what you'll be prepared to do from now on?
We will continue working hard as SNSD to one day become the girls to represent Korea.
YURIAfter a difficult 5 years of training, SoNyeoShiDae passed and made a debut. Also, Yuri received various of training during almost 6 years. "The training started in a similiar time with DongBangShinKi's senior U-Know YunHo . And then, as usual, please give me a lots of advice." While in the photographing session, attentively the members who put in order, Yuri was in the middle in the line, setting up the theme song of
Being a singer In SoNyeoShiDae, of course have a lot of activities like acting, MC, etc, but in the future, what kind of activities you would like to do?
First of all, I, Yuri from SoNyeoShiDae, will work harder and put more efforts and in the future I would like to be an actress, MC, DJ, model.
What's your first impression about Jessica?
It was difficult when you see her the first time.But now, it's the opposite, I think she's very cute woman. And, I feel bad about when the first I think about her heart is cold as ice, but when time passes by and we become friends, I can feel that her heart is warm.
I am________(Please express with five characters)
Like a rainbow
Dream, Is there anything you want to achieve?
First, I hope SoNyeoShiDae have a successful debut. And the I want to receive 2007 newcomer award.
Treasures in my life
My father which is my eternal supporter, my mother which is my friend in the whole life, and older brother, The treasure of my life is my family.
After made an introduction dance in
It's my first appearing on the movie, so I was nervous, but all of Super Junior's seniors asissted and teached me. Now I want to say thank you for that. And It was an honor to dance with well-trained ballerina and all of the actors, and in the future, I'll try to show you my image as an actress.
In
Of course(LAUGH). I love sports. Swimming, in-line skate, boxing, etc. Do sports consistently, do a proper stretching, I think that helps a lot.
You received a lot of attention from a lot of people these days, and also received a lot of attention before debut, isn't it burdensome?
I think I'm lying if I said it isn't burdensome. I thank you all for give us much interest. Still, when we have not released official debut, having so much interest about us like this, thank you very much. When I'm depressed, or having practice less than before, I go to fancafe and read the posted letters, and I feel energized again.
Lastly,preparation for the future in a single word
In the meantime, I think we're going to work hard preparing things to show. As a SoNyeoShiDae's Singer, Yuri, will show you on the stage under trained professional. SoNyeoShiDae will always looking for a brighter future, and me, Yuri, please give me much and much love.
JESSICAThey said that SNSD will be a group that not only sings, but will also be working in acting and MCing. If you can pick an area you want to work in?
For now, I plan to work has as SNSD. If I'm given the opportunity later, like the other members, I would like to try acting or MCing.
What was your first impression of Sunny?
Because she was very quiet I thought, 'Is she not Korean? Can she not speak Korean?'. The Sunny that was very shy at first was really a Sunny full of ageyo and cuteness (laughs).
I am _______ (Describe yourself in 5 words)
I am gentle in appearance but have a tough spirit.
Is there a dream you wish to come true?
The closest dream I would like for it to come true is receiving the New Artist Award.
What are some of the toughest thing you faced to make it where you are today?
I think 'Mind Control' was the toughest. It really took a lot of effort.
What do you think is the driving force that makes the group unified?
We are all really concerned for each other and love each other very much.
What was going through your mind when you stood on your first stage?
I was slightly nervous just before stepping onto our stage. However, interestingly I had a lot of fun once we got up there. Therefore, I was able to perform well without being nervous very much.
What is a title you wish to have before your name?
Stylish Jessica!
Lastly, would you like to say what you'll be prepared to do from now on?
We've just started doing our first baby steps now and we'll always keep our modest attitude and continue working hard. Please continue being interested in SNSD and Jessica.
SUNNYEach day, SoNyeoShiDae's member is being disclosed to the public, which cause a curiosity. It's the most nervous, the ninth member, finally, the writing reached the public. "Whenever the public reaction about each member is too hot, I also expect my turn, but on the other hand, maybe I also worried. The rest of the day is too nervous to be sitting quietly on the number of seats that was not enough." Sunny, which is 5 years of training period, takes an examination and passed the audition, become SoNyeoShiDae's last member.
Being a singer In SoNyeoShiDae, of course have a lot of activities like acting, MC, etc, but in the future, what kind of activities you would like to do?
In SoNyeoShiDae, who is in charge of keeping vitality of their group is Sunny. I want to spread my charm through singing and dancing,as a singer. And in the future, because we all the members have the same schedule together, besides being a singer,please look forward for our various activity, such as DJ, MC, model, actress, etc.
What's your first impression about HyoYeon?
She was strong(LAUGH). At first, just communicate in the greeting, it will make a small amount of strong impression. At the time we share the baby, she becomes a cute and feminine woman. Unlike her different figure, she looks netural and powerful on the stage.
I am______(Please express with five characters)
Bright and upbeat.
Dream, Is there anything you want to achieve?
I want SoNyeoShiDae become the best newcomer in year 2007! A newcomer outside can't receive the award even once. So that's why I'm greedy(LAUGH). Again, to men, women, and children, it would be great if SoNyeoShiDae received more love and interest. It would be great also if all of you personally have lots of love to Sunny.
Favourite Motto
Everyday is sunnyday! It means full of confidence, my favourite motto.
Next year when you're 20 years old, first what do you want to do the most?
I want to have a party with my parents and my sisters. My sisters and I have a lot of age difference. I'm the youngest in my family. Now, I'm going to have a family party, to congratulate myself for become an adult.
Senior High School 3rd Grade, don't you wan't to have a higher education?
I want to learn music professionally and systematicly. And if I have a chance, I want to learn about fashion. Am I too greedy(LAUGH)?
What do you want to show us through 'Girls...Go To School' program?
I want to show Sunny's honest and natural personality. Anyway, because of just filming the freedom with my friends,I don't know even if you think 'it's too realistic'. That is Sunny's interesting personality. It would be great if you can accept my friends.
Lastly,preparation for the future in a single word
In the future, Sunny in SoNyeoShiDae with good personality, will show you much more better figure. Also on stage, you'll always be able to follow and bounce with 10 girls from under the stage. Please love Sunny more and more.
HYOYEONThey said that SNSD will be a group that not only sings, but will also be working in acting and MCing. If you can pick an area you want to work in?
I would like to show a splendid image as a SNSD first, then challenge myself in many diverse areas later on. I would also like to show a powerful (Popin') dancing, a dancing that is different from other females artists, while working as SNSD.
What was your first impression of Tiffany?
When I first saw Tiffany, I thought that she was a bright person with a very pretty smile. I think she also liked to decorate herself because she had a lot of accessories. (laugh)
I am ________ (Describe yourself in 5 words)
Polite & Cute.
Is there a dream you wish to come true?
To receive the 2007 New Artist Award.
How was your dance video's reaction from the netizen?
I was really surprised because a lot of people took interest in it. I am training more in this area so I can be really good when I go solo as a dance artist. I'm practicing a lot better dances so please look forward to it.
How did you end up learning Chinese?
The company sent me abroad to study the language with the goal of sending SNSD out to other countries later on. Going to school and living abroad has made my ears pick up the language and speak naturally quick.
During the difficult times of SNSD, who gave you the best support?
It'll have to be the SNSD members. In times of hardship, we would all support and care for one another.
Lastly, would you like to say what you'll be prepared to do from now on?
I'll continue being SNSD's Hyoyeon who tries her best in everything she does.
TIFFANYWhen we see SoNyeoShiDae's first single, it's not easy to recognize Tiffany. Because she cuts her hair short, right after the album jacket photographing session.
"First, I cut my hair short. I cut 40 cm, even though I regret it, I tried to change in order to show a good appearance." Tiffany made a consistent smile in the beginning and the end.
Maybe you want to know Tiffany's reaction when she's reading a post related to herself in the official website.
"In the official website, there are written so many encouragement, cheering message and also a little bit concern. But, I think it was a concern for all of us. So everything it's referring to one to one opinion (LAUGH)."
The name"Tiffany" is a name symbolize Tiffany, whose a warm-hearted girl, like a jewel.
Being a singer In SoNyeoShiDae, of course have a lot of activities like acting, MC, etc, but in the future, what kind of activities you would like to do?
Once, as SoNyeoShiDae Sing and dance, featuring their best one, There are various areas we're going to do later on. Also I want to be active abroad. The place which I'm fully confident in Asia later on, or global activities when SoNyeoShiDae is being responsible about their English. (LAUGH)
What's your first impression about TaeYeon?
TaeYeon is a quiet, a lovely woman, a clean-image woman, but actually it's the other way around, humorous, carefree, cute and very snappy.
I am ______.(Please express with five characters)
Full Of Laughs(LAUGH)
Dream, Is there anything you want to achieve?
Newcomer of the year, become a singer that recognized by other people, and being active as an entertainer in Asia and of course around the world.
What do you want to put a title in front your names?
In front of my name, I will put "Jewelry". Jewelry Tiffany! Like Jewelry, I want to become shining precious Tiffany.
When standing in the stage, you're the first to rise. When descends from the stage, is there anything that makes you dissapointed?
First, enjoy it! Tiffany thinks in an instantaneous moment, and makes it as a promised to SoNyeoShiDae's stage. And when decends another stage, it's like that I want to go to the stage again.
What am I going to look like after 10 years?
Am I going to acting in Hollywood?(LAUGH)
If you're tired, don't you have something to think?
First, I think of my family most of the time.
Lastly,preparation for the future in a single word
we have to put more effort in order to show a wonderful performance, please look forward from us, and become like a shining and precious jewel, Tiffany.
And please give SoNyeoShiDae much, much love.
Don't go (into the new world) but, please built SoNyeoShiDae's world.
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Translation credits: ak6c & ferdianap@soshified
Note: Even though the magazine released on August 2007, we hope our translation helps you to know SoNyeoShiDae even better.
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