Girls’ Generation attended a press conference on February 9th at 7:00PM in the Korean Culture Center located near the Eiffel Tower in Paris, France. After the press conference, the girls celebrated Sooyoung’s birthday. (Editor’s note: Sooyoung is 22 according to her Western age and 23 according to her Korean age)
The press conference was meaningful because it was right after Girls’ Generation’s appearance on the most popular French talk show, “Le Grand Journal”, on February 9th. It was the first time for any Korean artist to appear on the show, which is broadcast on the French TV channel Canal Plus. Girls’ Generation performed “The Boys” and also made an appearance in the “La Boîte à questions (Question Box)” corner.
Below is NewsEn’s interview with Girls’ Generation during the press conference. Girls’ Generation let us know a bit more about their thoughts and what the talk show was about. They also talked about their future European promotion plans and wanting a “chartered plane”.
–What are your thoughts after the recording?
Sooyoung– I think appearing on the show itself is an honor. I’m happy and also a little burdened that Girls’ Generation’s music is spreading everywhere, but we will do our best to give you better music in the future.
-What was the atmosphere like in the recording studio?
Seohyun- We actually came here right after the recording, and we were very surprised. A lot of French people were chanting our fan chants in Korean. We were very energetic during our performance because we received the most passionate cheers from the fans.
Yuri- We were surprised that they showed interest in not only our music, but Korea in general. We also felt happy and honored when we finished recording because they gave us such a warm welcome.
-What was the talk about in “Le Grand Journal”?
Sooyoung- They asked how Girls’ Generation was formed, it’s one of the questions they always ask us. I think they are fascinated that we are a group of nine girls and they focus on the number “nine”. We always talk about how the nine of us get together as a group. The MCs liked us too, and it was a very good atmosphere.
-I heard that the French people chanted in Korean?
Tiffany- Since we promoted “The Boys” in Korea, our Korean fans made a fanchant. It’s “Right now, it’s Girls’ Generation. From now on, it’s Girls’ Generation. Forever, it’s Girls’ Generation.” It was a new experience to hear that from the French fans. We were very encouraged by that and finished our performance successfully.
-What are your plans on a European album release?
Girls’ Generation- We are planning to release the album in France and Europe on February 13th. We are also planning to release an English album later this year. That too will also be released in Europe.
-What was the difference between the American show and the French show?
Girls’ Generation- Language? (Laughs) We think it was the language. The fans there and the fans here cheered us on very passionately with the same hearts, and we’re happy that we are able to perform with warm and comfortable hearts.
-Is there a plan for a full-scale promotion in France or Europe if the album is officially released?
Taeyeon- Yes. If a lot of people love us and ask for us, we are ready to go anywhere, but first, we need a chartered plane. (Giggles) I think we can show a better performance with better conditions. We are ready as much as we love you.
-Is there a specific performance you personally want to do in Europe?
Taeyeon- We never thought about a specific location, but we want to meet more fans in more places with a world tour and performing our music.
-You’re overseas on a lot of occasions, what are the hardships?
Yuri- Jet lag. Adjusting to the time zone is hard. We were in Korea, then we went to New York recently, and now Paris. It’s a bit hard on us. Other than that, it’s fun trying out the traditional foods that each country has and also experiencing their culture.
-What are the differences between performing in Paris and other places?
Sunny- Honestly, the fans react with the same passion and along with the friendly people, we’re always thankful, but I think the Paris fans have a different groove. They dance along with us and Paris feels a bit more flexible. They have a different rhythm.
-Did you get a chance to go shopping?
Girls’ Generation- Not yet. We want to!
-Where have you been to in Paris?
Girls’ Generation- The concert hall. Hotel. I think we’ve been to a few places the last time we came here.
-Where are some places that you didn’t get to see?
Girls’ Generation- Each member went to different places. I think it will be different for each member but Versailles is one of the places. I think we each go to places, we think it’s important for different members because we’re using our personal time.
-What do you want to buy the most?
Jessica- Macaroons. I’m going to take some home. It’s really good. We eat about five of them everyday but I heard that it’s 350kcal each.
Tiffany- Really? I eat like twenty everyday… I think I’ll walk home.
Source: Sosiz
Translated by: minigiglo@soshified
Edited by: LetsGo@soshified, residentbenchwarmer@soshified, MoonSoshi9@soshified
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Great interview !
I’m so proud I was there during the recording on Canal+, the atmosphere was awesome !
I felt that you were very comfortable on set and enjoyed our cheers so much !
I’ll always remember Yuri’s reaction when I screamed her name before the performance : she looked at me, smiled and waved ! And after the song we shook hands, memorable moment…
Next time you’ll come I’ll prepare tons of macaroons for you girls !
Have a great concert in BKK tonight ! I hope you’ll be back soon in Paris with SM TOWN…
SNSD Hwaiting !!!
LOL at JeTI’s last replies. hahaha! Those girls are truly expanding their influence. Daebak!
I’m looking forward to see the day they will conquer the world with their music. :3
Love Fany’s reply at the end ha ha ha ha!!! so cute <3
Haha Wow Fany. 20 everyday? And you’re still so slim…I doubt you have to walk home haha
WOW haha HOW DO they stay so trim and fit??? haha so good! macaroons..uhm..nt my fave actually :p but if the girls eat it, i wont mind eating some again ^^ so happy for the warm response theyre recieving, wish i could be there ^^ stay well and keep strong girls,SNSDfighting!
haha love their responses :)
Fany at the end, so CUTE!! ^^ ♥ Eat Jessi! It’s okay. You girls work too hard… /:
OMG! An English album at then end of this year? O: I’ll be buying! :D
SM, buy them a charter plane, NOW. N.O.W. Poor girls though, they have to travel so often… ]: They should sleep on the plane (they probably already do xD)! They’ve been working so hard, and probably will still be working harder. I hope they’ll still get some rest. /:
TaeYeon-ah, are you serious about if your fans call, you’ll come to us? I’m calling you in Virginia right now; can you come? Please. xDD
How cute it is Fany unnie “Really? I eat like twenty everday… I think I’ll walk home.” How funny
this year gonna be super busy for them
US/Europe album, might be another japanese album, and ofc korean album
its gonna be exciting year :D
LOL fany’s last statement xD you and your sweet tooth lol
“Really? I eat like twenty everyday… I think I’ll walk home.” lol
u are so funny, fany ah.. hahahahhaah
Macarons are only 77 calories… It isn’t as bad as they think.
Each year just gets better.. 2007/08 -> debut, 2009 -> Gee (becomes Nations girl group), 2010-> debut in Japan & becomes the superstar of Asia, 2011 -> The boys world wide release, 2012 -> official debut in America and France plus a promise for a full English album release. The life of a sone is full of happiness.. X )
I laughed and loved Fany’s ending lol. Fany u just made my day!! :D <3
“We are also planning to release an English album later this year.”
Blink! Blink!
LOLOLOL! THE GIRLS ARE JUST TOO ADORABLE! I HOPE THEY WILL BECOME MORE POPULAR:)
Funny Fany…lol
Go SNSD :)
Fighting!
was there a fan cam/any video of this?
HAHAHA TIFFANY. HAHAH lol why are you so cute? <3
LOLOLOL at Tiffany’s last statement… wahahahah! sooo made my day.~
EAT MOAR~ hehe~
Nice interview, thanks for this article!!!
LOL! macaroons!!! and Fany eating 20 of it! HAHA! i want one too!
don’t worry girls, you’re super busy schedules are bound to burn off those calories you take everyday…
PLUS you all are skinny a few calories won’t hurt :))
CHARTERED PLANE yet again! *ehem SM ehem*
Lmao! Tiffany it’s okay, you’re still skinny for me! :))
JeTi at the end LoL!
LOL the last question is funny. Tiffany you have sweet tooth, Jessica don’t worry eat as much as you want. You girls deserve anything that you want to have.
Hahaha Love Tiffany’s ending xD
that was a very nice interview. and the
excitement building up in me now over
the potential for an international , english
album as well as international promotions
is very exciting. i can only imagine how
wonderful the future is going to be for snsd!
and then they usually exceed that. :-)