Monday, July 27, 2009

[09.07.26] Lee Minwoo: The pressure of being “the idols Shinhwa”

It’s impossible to talk about Lee Minwoo without bringing up the name of ‘Shinhwa’. When asked if he feels that the term ‘idol’ is a burden to him, Lee Minwoo said without any hesitation, “The name ‘Shinhwa’ makes me feel very proud, and grateful.”

As the last group standing among all the other pioneer idol groups, Shinhwa has remained intact and is known for the great relationships and teamwork among the members. As a group with members who take care and protect one another, what is the key to Shinhwa’s longevity?

“Many people ask if we fight. In the beginning, there were times when we fought, argued and refused to talk to each other. But it’s because of things like this that we become more united. Besides there are no major clashes between all our personalities, as well as our moral values, so we complement one another very well. We still often keep in touch too.”

“The members always support one another, and help to monitor one another’s activities. Although when Eric was in the drama ‘Bulsae’, I often switched channels because I was getting goosebumps haha. We often compliment and encourage one another. When we feel that the performances aren’t great, or if we feel that the title track isn’t right, we’d meet up and chat about it. But we’re the type that say good things to one another when we talk on the phone or send text messages.”


So how does he feel about currently active male idol groups such as DBSK, Super Junior, SS501, Big Bang and 2PM?

“I rate the groups highly for having their own distinct characteristics. DBSK seems to be the benchmark among the idol groups; Big Bang presents their own code of music and fashion; every member in Super Junior has his own refreshing personality; SS501 gives a feeling of being modern, yet traditional. 2PM shares many similarities with Shinhwa, so I tend to pay more attention to them.” It’s natural for a member of Shinhwa – the first idol group to portray a more masculine image – to pay more attention to the ‘wild and unrestrained idols’ 2PM.

If one were to pick out the best thing about Shinhwa, it would be their loyalty. “In 3-4 years’ time Shinhwa will get together again, and we’d like to put together a ‘Shinhwa Show’. We hope to present Shinhwa-style music, appropriate for our age then, to everyone in a distinctly Shinhwa way.”


Though he has already moved into his 30s since his debut in his late teens, age is only a number to Lee Minwoo. “Even so, I can’t say that there’s no pressure. Looking at my parents age I feel even more unsettled. I’m taking care of my parents now, but having been living independently for a long time since high school, there was a long period of time when I couldn’t be with them. I feel really sorry to them for that.”

Hoping to remain as the music-making and dancing M even in 10, 20 years’ time, Lee Minwoo said that he hopes to groom new talents in his 30s. Having been the focus of attention in his 20s, then in his 30s, he hopes to develop himself further.

“I hope everyone will continue to take interest in how M Lee Minwoo changes and evolves, and I’ll bring M-style music and Shinhwa-style music to everyone.”

Credits: bntnews + Su-mi-@absolutshinhwa

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