On-Yu “The voice I didn’t like when I was young became my new weapon”

SHINee’s ONEW revealed his thoughts on his unique voice.

At the media showcase to commemorate the release of his second full-length album ‘PERCENT’ held at Myeonghwa Live Hall in Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul at 3 PM on the 15th, Onew confessed, “When I was young, I didn’t really like(my voice)because there was nothing I could do even if I imitated or copied someone else.”

He said, “At some point, I thought that I could use something unique as a new weapon.After that, I gained confidence,” and “I also wanted to show many fun things.My greatest strength is that I am gentle no matter what I challenge myself with.”

Onew, who showed off his singing rap in the title song ‘ANIMALS’.He said, “I sometimes think that doing too well might interfere with the song, but I tried my best not to be a burden to the song.I hope you think of it as showing what I can do now.”

Onew returns with a new album after about 5 months since the release of his 4th mini album ‘CONNECTION’ in January.His 2nd full album ‘PERCENT’ is a record of Onew being emptied, filled, and completed.He expressed his belief that although one can never be complete on his own, imperfect beings are also beautiful in their own right through music.Onew directly participated in the entire song’s production, adding sincerity.

The new album contains a total of 11 tracks, and the title song ‘ANIMALS’ is a track that captures the moment of liberation of instinct, with a cleanly refined bass line and acoustic guitar sound forming the heart of the song.Released at 6 PM on the 15th.

Reporter Jeong com -yeon, Donga.com shine2562@donga

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