RAP MONSTER
Q: What’s your favourite song from this album? And which took the most work?
A: BTS Cypher Pt. 2 is my favourite and it’s also the most difficult one
Q: What has happened recently that gave you a similar feeling to the lyric
“Why are you shaking up my heart”?
A: Even though I know i’m supposed to diet, my heart would still be tempted by the snacks. Also sleep and jewellery would shake up my heart
Q: If you had to compare the members to object or people related to school, what would they be?
A: V -> Sound (because he’s always making noise)
J-HOPE -> Teacher (because his behaviour sometimes reminds me of a teacher)
Q: What were your thoughts on becoming nominee to win for the first time on a music show?
A: I was really happy. I also thought, “Would this actually be a good idea…?” But i am veryhappy
Q: What’s the most memorable school memory?
A: During middle school when I’m writing rap lyrics during class breaks and rapping out those lyrics.
Q: You said at the showcase that during your school days you went to 20-30 tutoring classes, what were they?
A: English, maths, science, taekwondo, piano, chess… So many that I can’t remember all of them. Some I went to because i actually wanted to learn about them, and the others were because i wanted to get good results. “I really want to be lazy and not go”was going on in my head all the time,but chess is actually quite interesting.
Q:We were told that you get your inspiration from your daily life,
so do you have a place in japan that gets you thinking,
“if I go to that place, i can write a really good song”?
A: Hmm, Harajuku or onsen? Harajuku have a lot of cool and stylish people,so i feel like a lot of ideas might pop up.The last time we went to Harajuku,we were only able to walk aboutfor an hour but I’ve always wanted to walk for longer and its not because I want to just buy clothes!Sigh,but I’ve really not been to the onsen before so i want to go to it once before I answer that (haha)
Q: You suddenly changed your hairstyle, how satisfied are you? What was everyone’s reaction?
A: I personally am very satisfied because i’ve always wanted to try a recommended hairstylefrom the hair stylist. (V added, “I think its very cool too” at this point of the interveiw).We never asked you (haha) but I got compliments like what V said so I’m quite happy withit.(V continues to interrupt: vey high. It’s also a hairstyle that i like a lot!) Then how about V changes to this hairstyle too? (V: No, I’m alright! (Quick response))So you decide not to changejust because we got to this point! haha
Q: What would your reaction be like if you were to be called “Oppa”?
Please say something to noona fans!
A: I’d obviously be really glad. I love all the noonas as well!!
SUGA
Q: Who’s the manly man?
A: Rap monster: He’s very manly in the way that he’s like a leader that leads everyone.
Q: If it comes to the grandfather of BTS, SUGA would claim that title right?
So is SUGA like his name where he has a sweet side?
A: I’m actually quite a cold person, but when I meet fans I somehow become a bit cute. For example, I’d act cute in front of fans or pull cute faces but I usually won’t do that
Q: Jin wrote a surprise letter to you during the japan showcase, what was your feeling at the time?
A: I was quite surprised because I never thought he’d do that. I was ill before the showcase happened so even standing on stage was very hard for me. At the time I was really worriedabout being a burden to the members. So when I heard Jin hyung read out the letter saying, “I am very thankful for the fact that you’re feeling very horrible but you still worked hard with us”, i was really emotional. Everyone was quite emotional that day.
Q: What’s your favourite song on this album? And which took the most work?
A: My favourite is “Tomorrow” and the most difficult was “BTS Cypher PT.2”
Q: What has happened recently to give you a similar feeling to the line in “Boy In Luv”,
“Why are you shaking up my heart?”
A: Every time we’re on LIVE, the fans move my heart
Q: Comparing members to objects or people related to school, what would they be?
A: RAPMON -> Class rep (because he’s the leader)
V -> Rubber (because when you want to use it, you can never find it)
JUNGKOOK -> Vacuum (because he’s very loud)
J-HOPE ->Lightbulb (because he’s very optimistic)
Q: When you were nominated as number 1 for the first time on a music show, what were your thoughts?
A: Very happy, especially when the live voting was full points so I’m very thankful towardsour fans
Q: What is the most memorable school memory?
A: I started to produce music at a very young age, compared to producing music with my classmates at school and the hyungs; I’ve spent more time with them. So the most memorable is when I worked with the hyungs working together in the recording studio
Q:Tomorrow and JUMP were your trainee productions, what are your thoughts on reproducing?
A: Although I’m a person who focuses a lot on detail, but this time I didn’t focus on the theoretical stuff (?) and just went on to produce something that came from the heart. It was produced with the mindset of “needing the listeners to feel really great”
Q: What would your reaction be if you were to be called “Oppa”?
Please say something to the noona fans!
A: I also really love the noonas. Honestly, age isn’t a problem - all my fans, I love you all!
JIN
Q: What’s your favourite song on the album? And which took the most work?
A: Favourite is Just One Day and recording Boy In Luv was the most difficult because my voice was really dry
Q: What’s happened recently that gave you the feeling similar to the line
“Why are you shaking up my heart?” in “Boy In Luv”
A: I’ve wanted to play games but my heart has been moved by movies
Q: Comparing the members to objects or people related to school, what are they?
A: JIMIN -> Proctor (he’s always doing things that related to proctor’s duties)
Q: What was it like to be a nominee for winning number 1 for the first time on a music show?
A: Very happy, my heart was beating really fast. When watching the show again, I realized that my eyes were watering.
Q: Most memorable school memory?
A: In the second year of middle school, when me and my friends went to play in the valleys
Q: Who’s the manly man?
A: RAPMON - he’s so cool
Q: Pushing the girl against the locker in the MV must’ve became a big topic right?
A: Almost everyone seemed to really like this part of the MV, so I’m really happy. Is it because everyone can see the manly side of me? hahahaha. The director was like “don’t NG, putin effort to be do it right in the first go!” So i really did use all my efforts to act, inthe end, different angles of that scene was added… Because we filmed it quite a few times, I believe the female was really hurt. I’m so sorry…
Q: In Japan’s showcase, you prepared SUGA’s letter, when you wrote that what were you feeling?
A: SUGA had appendicitis and had to go for an operation, so I really wanted him to rest as he couldn’t rest properly due to our schedule. When I think of him standing on stage when he’s ill, it breaks my heart. Because of this, I wanted to give him some energy, so I quietly prepared him a letter. SUGA have really strong intuitions, so I was always worried about being discovered, but thankfully I was successful! The letter was written in Japanese. Before I debuted, i learnt some Japanese, so when there are time where there are no events scheduled, I’d find my teacher to learn some Japanese
Q: You’re always saying you’re not good at dancing,which part of the choreography
was the most difficult? Also, who’s in charge of dancing?
A: Dance practice has always been difficult, every step is hard. The one’s in charge of dancing are obviously J-HOPE, Jimin and Jungkook.J-HOPE has been dancing since he was little, so every step he does has his own style to it. Jimin comes from a dancing background so hisbody is very flexible and soft which makes his dancing comes out really beautifully.Jungkook is really young so he can pick up the dance moves very quickly - just needs to see it once and he’ll be able to replicate it.
Q: What would your reaction be if you were to be called Oppa?Please say something to the noonas!
A: Being called Oppa obviously makes me really happy! I don’t think there’s any guy out there who doesn’t like being called Oppa! Young fans and noona fans are all very important,I’mreally grateful!
J-HOPE
Q: In “Skit: Soulmate”, you said your ideal type would be V, is that true?
A: Yes, that’s because V and me usually have a very good relationship - we’d usually make jokes, so when we were recording it, his name just automatically came out (haha). None of what’s in the Skit was pre-planned so it was very realistic. However when deciding on the topic we were very troubled. One day,we all came together to decide on a topic when Bang shi hyuk PD suddenly came into the room…(haha) although everyone was shocked, the response at the time was so funny that we decided to record it.
Q: How do you normally celebrate your birthday?
A: This year I didn’t celebrate it with my family, but the members made it a day that I’ll never forget for the rest of my life. We were all supposed to monitor that day (Note: Referring to the lacking areas that could be improved in the video clip) Everyone gathered together and watched the screen, when all of a sudden, clips of the members presenting their birthday message one by one were shown… Not only that, but my family were recorded as well. When was this even prepared?! The moment I saw my dad’s face, I just couldn’t hold my tears anymore, so I cried… I’m very thankful to all the staff and the members that prepared all ofthat for me
Q: What would your reaction be if you were to be called Oppa? Please say something to the noona fans!
A: (Sings first line of “Boy In Luv”). I will touch the hearts of the noonas! Love you all~<3
Q: What’s your favourite song in this album? And which took the hardest work?
A: My favourite is “Just One Day” because it’s the song that was written from the heart. Even though it was tiring, when it was completed I was really really satisfied.
Q: There’s a line in “Boy In Luv” that goes “Why are you shaking up my heart?”
What’s happened recently that’s given you this feeling?
A: Sleep and the beloved ARMYs!
Q: If you compared the members to objects or people related to school, what would they be?
A: RAPMON -> Pencil (because he can write really good lyrics, and he’s good at studying)
SUGA -> Chalk (because he’s really white)
JIMIN -> A very short pencil that’s been used over a long period of time (because small and short is very cute)
JUNGKOOK -> Pencil case (because he’s talented in many areas)
JIN -> Sports hall (he’s just very manly)
Q: Who’s the manly man?
A: RAPMON. Being the leader, he has to lead us and protect us, which makes him very manly.
Q: What were your thoughts on becoming a nominee for winning number 1 on a music show for the first time?
A: I was honestly shocked, as something that only happened in my dreams finally happened. Half of me was restless and my heart was just beating really fast. Although it’s just a nomination, to us, the joy of it was comparable to winning number 1. We will continue to work hard and let everyone see the expressions of us when we really win number 1!
Q: What’s the most memorable school memory you’ve had?
A: During high school when we had study leave, I got really good feedback from dancing on atalent show, at that moment I really felt like I was an idol.
V
Q: In “Boy In Luv”, the manga that you read, was it yours?
On the shooting day you showed imitation, do you still do that now?
A: That manga wasn’t mine. Even though at the time it was my first time reading that manga,the fans were really knowledgable about it, which surprised me. That manga was called “Blowing Deluxe Vignette Pew! Jaguar”. I can imitate almost every Pokemon character and there are a total of about 700 of them. I can also imitate a few characters from “ One Piece”
Q: In BANGTAN TV, there are a lot of times where you and Jungkook would mess about
(air guitar, dancing etc), who starts it first?
A: Hmm, we both have our turns. If Jungkook’s doing something, I’d also feel like I should do something and then I’d run towards his side. When i’m busy doing something, he’d come over and do the same thing. It would be really fun as long as we’re together and there’d be a lot of laughter. He’s very good at American style dancing but he can also dance it really childishly, so even if I’m quietly watching him dance, he’d still be able to make me laugh.
Q: Do you upset your manager often by playing around too much?
A: Hmm, not often but there have been a few incidents (RAPMON: They usually get scolded really badly haha) No, I didn’t… (RAPMON: Let’s just say, V get’s scolded more than Jungkook does (haha))
Q: What would your reaction be if you were called “Oppa”? Please say something to the noona fans!
A: If fans call me Oppa, or if noonas call me V, ah Taehyung ah, I’d be really happy. You all have to be with us no matter how old you all are~!
Q: What’s your favourite song from this album? And which took the most work?
A: I like “Where Did You Come From” and the most difficult was “JUMP” - recording it was quite tiring.
Q: What has happened recently that give you a similar feeling to the lyric
“Why are you shaking up my heart?” in “Boy In Luv”
A: Food. I’m in the middle of dieting…
Q: Comparing members to objects or people related to school, what would they be?
A: RAPMON -> School council president
SUGA -> Disciplinary Officer
JIMIN -> Proctor
J-HOPE -> Chair
Jin -> Stuffed toy
V -> hill/mountain
Q: Who’s manly man?
A: Jimin would be the manly man. He has a baby face but the moment he takes off his clothes,he suddenly becomes very manly.
Q: What was it like to be a nominee for number 1 for the first time on a music show?
A: It felt like walking towards heavens’ door
Q: What was the most memorable school memory?
A: During middle school, in order for me to not be late, I’d ride my bike at full speed
Q: During the showcase, you were voted as the one who were the farthest from being a manly man;
do you have anything to say against that?
A: No (haha). Because that’s the truth - my personality is very outgoing and enthusiastic, sometimes I have so much fun that I get carried away, so I don’t match the serious and verymanly image. When I’m the manliest? Hmm, probably when I have to focus all my attention on something?
JIMIN
Q: What’s your favourite song on the album? And which took the most work?
A: Favourite and the most work taken is “Boy In Luv”
Q: There’s a line in “Boy In Luv” saying “why are you shaking up my heart?”,
what’s happened recently that has made you feel that way?
A: Rice and sleep, because it gets in the way of dieting and practice…
Q: If you compared the members to objects or people related to school, what would they be?
A: RAPMON -> library (I don’t know why, but he just gives off that feeling)
JUNGKOOK -> sports hall (because it just seems like he’s made a strenuous effort in sports before)
SUGA -> table (because I’ve got a feeling that he’d fall asleep immediately when he lies onthe table)
V -> toilet (because it contrasts V very well (haha))
J-HOPE -> dance studio (because he’s like a person who practices dance at school)
Q: Who’s the manly man?
A: RAPMONSTER, as he devoted a lot of feelings to our group and received a lot of responsibility. Also, the most impressive thing is that he doesn’t feel like it’s tiring at all. Jungkook is also very impressive in that he has the mindset and attitude of an adult
Q: What were your thoughts on becoming a nominee for winning number for the first time on a music show?
A: After MUSIC BANK ended, when we were sitting in the car and heard about the news, none of us could believe it. The whole car was filled with laughter (haha). But we were really nominated for number 1! The next day, standing as one of the number 1 nominees on the Inkigayo stage, made me think “if we do get number 1, what should we do?”. My heart was beating really fast, and being able to experience this as well as being one of the nominees to win number 1 are all down to the fans’ efforts, so I will continue to work hard!
Q: What was the most memorable school memory you had?
A: Being successful in my audition to become a trainee, debut, new and rookies’ award
Q: When MCs commented on the fact that you had a “face that seems like you’re really good at acting”
when you were on radio stations, if you had the opportunity to act,
what kind of works would you like to do?
A: Even though i’m not that interested in acting, if i were to have an opportunity, I want to try to act in action films.If it’s rom-com, I’d like to film with V. On MUSIC BANK in the past, me and V acted as house music MCs (when introducing the number 1 nominees), it was super fun. If it’s with V, i feel like i can enjoy filming more, as well as being able to improve on my acting skills.
Q: In the MV, you gave the female lead flowers, can you talk about what it was like filming it?
A: Initially it was only Jungkook who had to film the confession scene, but because there were last minute changes, Jin and me were added to that scene as well. Before it was changed, I was watching Jungkook’s acting and teased him saying “if it were me doing that, i’d be able to do it so much better”, but when it came to actually doing it, I was so nervous that I couldn’t even go near the girl…. (hahahahaha) The members gave me very loud cheers (haha)
Q: What would your reaction be if you were to be called Oppa? Please say something to the noona fans!
A: To the noona fans that have been supporting us, protecting us, I am really grateful!
JUNGKOOK
Q: What is your favourite song from this album and which one took the most effort to work on?
A: My favourite is “Cypher Pt. 2”. “Tomorrow” was the most tiring.
Q: There’s a line in “Boy In Luv” that goes “why are you shaking up my heart?”,
what’s happened recently to give you a similar feeling?
A: I want to lose weight but then there are foods in front of me that tempt me!
Q: If you had to compare each member to an object or person related to school, what would they be?
A: RAP MONSTER -> Class rep (because he’s the leader)
SUGA -> class rep’s friend
Jin -> the type of kid who makes their mother really proud (his face is just gives off that vibe)
Jimin -> a really sporty student
Jungkook -> just a student that’s really good at sports
Q: Who’d be the manly man?
A: RAP MONSTER. Apart from the fact that he’s the leader, his looks and the way he acts is really manly. Not only that, but he would destroy the things at home and the members’ body as well (hahaha)
Q: What’s the most memorable memory you’ve had at school?
A: Although i don’t have something that makes me go “this is it!”, but there are more memories related to our schedules
Q: You’ve always said you wanted to improve your vocal skills,
how satisfied are you with your vocals for this album?
A: Hmm… If we were doing this by scores, I’d give myself about 50 points because there’s many areas that are immature. In order to be successful, you’ve got be really good at what you’re doing; however it’s very difficult to grasp the trick of the trade. (JIMIN: he’d practice in the car and in the house, it’s very impressive)
Q: What were your feelings on being a nominee to win on a music show?
A:I felt very touched with the amount of SNS and live votes we got as there were a lot. I’m very grateful to the fans, and I will continue to work hard to do better.
Q: The expression you gave when singing, “want to be your oppa” in “Boy In Luv”
left a very strong impression, did you practice beforehand?
A: I just wanted to show the expression of wanting the opposite sex to become my woman. (JIMIN: He’s only 16 and is already saying things like he wants them to be his woman. (hehe, hahaha). But when we had to film the MV, he couldn’t look the female lead in the eye, it wasso embarrassing (hahaha)
Q: When asked questions related to “yourself in 10 years”
you replied with you want to be a duck meat shop owner or a tattooist, has that changed now?
A: Ah, it’s changed now. I won’t become a duck meat shop owner anyway, (hahaha). I still want to be a tattooist or a composer/musician. I have a big interest in tattoos, and I’ve already started to think of tattoo templates. When I’m older I want to try it out. Because I’ve been practicing guitar, in 10 years time, I should be really good. (INTERVIEWER: Why did you want to be a duck meat shop owner?) Because I used to love eating duck back then, so if I were the owner I could eat as much as I want (hahaha).
Q: If you were called “Oppa”, what would your reaction be?Please say something to the noona fans!
A: I’ll become noona’s Oppa!
Credits :
Trans Japan – Chinese : K_WakeUp
Trans Chinese – English : Kelly@btsdiary