the moment has arrived! 2ne1 daebakkkk!!!!!
love, love, love the song to the max!!!
chorus part just makes me wanna get up and jump
the song UGLY is just sooooo PRETTY!
2NE1 has set a new record by becoming the first K-Pop artist in history to reach five straight “all-kill” singles. Their latest single, “Ugly,” released at midnight on July 28th, has topped various K-Pop music charts, making it the fifth consecutive single, after “Don’t Cry,” “Lonely,” “I Am The Best,” and “Hate You,” from 2NE1’s 2nd mini album to reach the feat.
The accomplishment is something rarely seen in today’s K-Pop, let alone the global music industry, that is seeing rapid turnover in hit single releases. But 2NE1, with their unique comeback-midnight release system, has consistently dominated the Korean music charts over the last four months, firmly cementing themselves as one of the top girl groups in the industry. By ensuring “every track of the album” is of title song quality, 2NE1 attracted fan interest to every single track of their new 2nd mini album, and by heavily investing in their music videos they were able to produce MVs for all five songs as well.
Another reason today’s record deserves more recognition is the fact that 2NE1 has tried out various musical styles throughout their career. From hip-hop and R&B to rock and ballad, 2NE1 has expressed themselves in different styles and has successfully appealed to global fans, making the “2NE1” brand a distinctive K-Pop icon that stands out from other girl groups. Their new track, “Ugly,” for example, has unique lyrics and chorus that’s uncommon from girl groups, and is based on rock sounds that make it extra special for 2NE1.
Meanwhile, 2NE1 will hold their first-ever solo concert, “NOLZA,” from Aug. 26th to 28th in Seoul. They are expected to make their Japanese debut in September as well.
In their last leg of promotions before jetting off to Japan for their overseas debut, 2NE1 has finally released their latest title track, “Ugly,” along with the rest of their second mini album.
The song is a breath of fresh air, especially to those who may have felt a little intimidated by 2NE1′s intensity in “I Am The Best.” In spite of the lyrics (which sound pretty depressing on paper), “Ugly” is one of those feel-good anthems — all the more inspirational with the strong guitar riffs throughout the electro-pop-rock track.
Following the girls’ heartbreaking confession in “Lonely,” here we have 2NE1 expressing the rawest of emotions: vulnerability rooted in insecurity. But at the same time, there’s an air of confidence, portrayed wonderfully in the MV as they visually tear apart the standards of what is “pretty.”
According to YG Entertainment, the chorus was written entirely in English with 2NE1′s international fans in mind, and CL pulls it off flawlessly.
Within moments of its release, “Ugly” debuted at the #1 spot across the music portal charts — another perfect all-kill perhaps? Which wouldn’t surprise us, especially after “Lonely,” “I Am The Best,” and "Hate You".
Yang Hyun Suk discusses 2NE1’s unique promotion styleJuly 27, 2011
On July 28th, YG Entertainment’s Yang Hyun Suk sat down for an interview with Star News and shared his feelings on 2NE1’s “Ugly“ topping digital charts for the fifth time in a row. He also discussed the group’s unique promotion style.
Yang stated:
“Before, people used to buy albums and listen to all of the tracks included inside. Songs that weren’t the title track would gradually gain interest as time went on. However, the way consumers purchase music has changed in that it’s now centered around online and mobile sites. Even if artists release full albums, it’s usually only the title track that gets listened to.
You can’t change the way the world is moving, so I had to accept that, but I still wondered whether there was a way to let our fans listen to every song on an album. That is why 2NE1 is releasing five new songs over the course of several weeks.
It’s probably the same elsewhere, but YG Entertainment really spends a lot of time on every single song and music video. There wasn’t one unworthy song in 2NE1’s new mini-album, which is why every song is like a child to the members, to producer Teddy, and to me. We came up with a new promotion style to ma ke sure that each song was heard, and we’re very grateful that the fans are enjoying all five tracks. Including 2NE1, fans will be able to see the musicians of YG giving their best in singing and producing each and every one of their songs.”
i agree with papa YG's statement. he's absolutely right for instance, 2ne1's first album has laods of good quality songs in it, but they didn't get the deserved recognition because the songs only circulates among the diehard fans. I love Love Is Ouch, but it just stays within blackjacks. the other fans didn't get a chance to listen to the song unless they buy the full album and listen to the songs one by one.
that is y in my opinion, i think papa YG's strategy is ahead above others. he wants a full recognition for his artists and the people who works hard behind the scenes for all the tracks in the album - not merely the titled track song(s).
okies yeoribun...here's a morning dose for u guys
i suke gile vid ni. this is from win win show early this year.
an interview of park tae hwan (swimming gold olympic medalist) and dara. very, very sweet!
PTH ni muda dari dara (well, looks like he fits into one of dara's criteria) and dia ni sangat berterus-terang, takde selindung-selindung nye
kata PTH dia sanggup tunggu dara after dara had passed the three year no-love-relationship contract. heheheh...comey!
gayah kan...tgk gaya pun da leh agk.syg sgt
tp tgk dr dara,cam dia xla hadap sgt ngn PTH ni...hwaaa ayt sedapkan ati tuk avvy ai
n lg 1 PTH ni xcute gitew tp body dia woowww.jgn mara k
okies, update! excited! finally 2ne1 is back with a vengeance
Hate You and Ugly on Inki today.
cool...cool...cool comeback performance!!! these girls tak main le cutesy stuff aegyo2 nieh...
diorang main tendang2 kerusi okies...lol!
love their performance for both esp Ugly.
and yea, finally dpt tgl CL pakai tight skirt without her black tights inside. dia pakai socks je aaawww!!! lol!
yup cmback stage dorang mmg best
Hate u perf,sora bommie ada crack skit...still neves lg dia ni
dara n cl,both looks feminine+boyish,susah nak tgk dorang ni pkai skirt
btw suka dara nyer outfit n hairstyle,sgt gojes
minji so gangsta
ugly perf,Cl nyer sora mmg power la
luv dara's part tyme bridge 2,her sweet voice voice makes me
BTW dorang choreo sndiri kan perf ni
2NE1 owned the stage.JJANG
diorang choreo sendiri ke? nnt kena check. setahu i, with the help form papa YG, diorang plan for the stage performance je. choreo i tak pasti.
CL mmg charismatic. i just can't take my eyes off of her.
paling suka part chorus. mmg lari dari typical female idol group biasa
dara...heheh..dia tu kasi le pakai ape pun, she won't look out of place.
and teddy cleverly make use of her soft soothing voice as bridge to those three other strong vocals.
credit to all of them for a superb performance two thumbs up!
presenting justin chon...mamat yang berlakon as eric dalam filem Twilight
he's 2ne1's fans and most of all he's CL fanboy
bertuahnay CL. mamat2 hanskem suka dia...KHJ, jap park, justin chon...and mamat pelakon tu ape ntah namanya...
check out his admiration around minute 6:50 and above.
on 2ne1:
"i still love 2ne1. my girls had some swagger, man.."
on CL:
"That girl got so much attitude..she likes to strut her hips, she goes all crazy..I think it's really attractive when a girl hv ownership on her body, mind n stuff"
Ticket Wars’ for 2NE1’s first solo concert “NOLZA,” even YG can’t get ticketsAugust 2, 2011 at 11:54 am
“Looking for 2NE1 concerts. Will pay extra.”
Ticket wars for 2NE1’s first solo concert, NOLZA, have been engaging as they have sold out two times in a row, and selling out as soon as they went on sale.
2NE1’s first solo concert since their debut, NOLZA, was planned to be a back-to-back, two day concert on the 27th and the 28th of August, but because tickets sold out instantly, fans went wild and an extension was set in answer to their call. As so, a concert on the 26th has been added.
With their comeback, 2NE1 is the first and only group to have hit the top of Korea’s major charts for 5 weeks with 5 different songs, “Don’t Cry”, “Lonely”, “I’m the Best”, “Hate You”, and “Ugly”.
Because all 5 songs 2NE1 has released this year have all went on an ‘all-kill’ streak, the situation is that it’s not just the fans that are anxious for their first solo concert, but even people in the entertainment industry are paying close attention to 2NE1’s overwhelming force.
Furthermore, the concert is planned to showcase new and extraordinary performances, which has gained the attention of everyone, whether they have or don’t have the golden ticket.
A representative of YG Entertainment spoke, “Even the CEO, Yang Hyun Suk, does not have enough tickets to give to his friends. Because it’s almost impossible to find tickets, it seems hard for even employees to attend the concert.
On the other hand, 2NE1 is set to have a concert in Japan, and the reception in Japan is hot as well. Despite the fact that 2NE1 has not debuted in Japan yet, about 100,000 tickets have been sold in just two days as ticket pre-sales began on July 23rd.
2NE1 was scheduled for 5 concerts at Yokohama Arena on September 19th, Kobe World Memorial Hall on the 24th and 25th, and Makuhari Messe on October 1st and 2nd, for their first Japan solo concert, “NOLZA in Japan’. However, because of the overwhelming reception, they have added an extra day on September 20th.
As 2NE1 had pushed back their debut in Japan from March to September, due to the disaster, they sent good news by setting an extra day to their tour schedule.
In related news, 2NE1 is currently promoting their 2nd mini-album’s title song, “Ugly“.
Netizens impressed with 2NE1’s MR removed performanceAugust 2, 2011 at 11:43 am
Recently, an MR removed video of 2NE1’s “Ugly” performance was uploaded on the internet and has been attracting a lot of attention and praise.
In the video, the girls showed off their incredible vocal talent for their performance on SBS’s “Inkigayo” on July 31st. Since they have just started promoting the song, they’re sure to improve and make fans even happier with their skills and stage presence.
Netizens responded with, “I thought they wouldn’t sing that well, but they were surprisingly good,” “CL sings well,” and, “They’re better than other girl groups.”
On the August 3rd broadcast of SBS “Midnight TV Entertainment,” the scenes of Marine Boy Park Tae-Hwan arriving home after winning the gold medal were revealed.
Park Tae-Hwan (22, Dankook University), returned to the country through Incheon International Airport, on August 1st, after winning the 2011 International Swimming Federation (FINA) Swimming Championships.
In an interview during Park Tae-Hwan’s arrival at the airport, he said, “In one broadcast program, I received a spiked swimming cap that Sandara Park gave me as a gift.” Park Tae Hwan was then asked if he wore it, “In my mind, I’ve wanted to wear it. But actually, it’s quite difficult to wear (haven’t worn it), but in the future, when I wear it to practice, I promise to give a certification shot,” he said while laughing.
Meanwhile, Park Tae Hwan finished the 400m freestyle with a good medal, and 200m in fourth place, placing him with a good finish in the World Championships.
update! 2ne1 just won on M!Countdown. yaaaaayyyy!!!
Today's Winner!
Comeback stage: I Am The Best
Hate You
UGLY
another news on 2ne1's fanboy...jay park.
hehehe...he personally likes minjy. maybe sbb minjy is a great dancer mcm dia.
i actually thot he would like CL over minjy, but who cares jay really2 loves them waaaayyy back before.
good for u jay! u made a right choice!
around minute 2:20. and he would really love to have a stage collaboration with them too. aaaa...itu yg diimpi2kan. naaaakkkk!!!!
waa daebak jjang cmbck stage dorang kat mcountdown
bak kata blackjack...like a 2NE1 mini concert/pre-nolza concert
mmg mnet prepare abis tuk cmbck dorang ni
tyme ugly...mmg meletop abisla
cmbck pling best!!!!
BTW congrats 2NE1.tggu dorang mng kat inki lg
Post time 28-7-2011 09:47 AM
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