Musing While Cruising the Hallyu Highway
Going into the archives with this pre-debut DH moment. Remember how singing was Donghun’s first and foremost goal when embarking on a career in the music business. Dance was secondary but an idol’s gotta do what an idol’s gotta do. That includes some pre-debut legwork (100% pun intended) in the form of a back-up dancer. Yes….Donghun had a back-up dancer gig as part of the crew used in Korean solo singer Hi.Ni’s MV as well as live performances of her song, 클러치백 (Clutch Bag).
When it comes to K-pop and my favorite groups and idols, I have many weaknesses but none are so great as the pet parent, or in Donghun’s case, pet uncle. Like any good uncle, Donghun was all too ready, willing and able to gush about his older brother’s newest addition to the family. Let me tell you, cute overload is putting it mildly. In this post, we are going to have a little peek at Donghun’s furry niece, Hae.
I don’t know if I ever mentioned this (probably have) or if it is general common knowledge, but our main vocal Lee Donghun is the eldest member in A.C.E. Usually the eldest member of the group is the leader but in this case, that job fell to Junhee even though he is younger than both Donghun and Wow. Since Donghun is the eldest he sometimes exercises that hyung privilege. But for some reason, he always lets the maknae get away with things. Such is the case with playful Chan as he finds his way into everyone’s heart and, for today’s DH One Shot (GIF edition), into Donghun’s personal space.
Let me just preface this by saying that this post is all about a Hunnie Cam you did not think you wanted, but definitely needed. I think it is particularly special because the fan sign from where it evolves happened last November. Yes, November 2020. We were still in pandemic mode at the time so there had to have been a very small number of fans in attendance which makes it all that more intimate and special. Nevertheless, there was a fan sign on November 20, 2020 which was two months after the release of A.C.E’s third EP, HJZM : The Butterfly Phantasy; the EP that includes one of my all time favorite tracks, Baby Tonight. The countdown gods must be pleased with me because there is a focused Donghun cam from the fan sign performance. Hurry…let’s have a look.
Technically this post can operate on two levels. First, it could easily fall under the category of Pre-Debut Donghun. Second, it could also land in the Vocal Magic category. Since I call the shots on this countdown, I am officially placing it in the Vocal Magic category because, it is pure magic of the vocal kind. Imagine getting to enjoy a virtual karaoke moment with one of your fave artists? Well, apparently the Smule app allows for this to happen in it’s own little magical way. Back in 2016 (before A.C.E debuted), Donghun logged into the Smule app under hooning1993 and chose to sing Heaven’s Door with the singer-songwriter who released the song, Eric Nam.
Another short post for a celebratory day. First, we are beginning a new month ~ welcome November! Next, we are at Day 40 ~ woo hoo! Finally, a milestone marker that we are officially under 600 days remaining in Donghun’s military service!!! Feels like we are taking baby steps towards discharge, but I promise time will indeed move swiftly. For the record, I will celebrate every milestone marker (big or small) along the way. I’m sentimental like that.
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Under 600 equals well under two years. If you look at it that way, it does not seem as bad . . . right?! If there is one thing I learned about countdowns, every small victory (or in this case, every day crossed off) counts!
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It is Day 39 of the countdown, which on the reverse end, is Day 600. Also, to make it even more celebratory, it is Halloween. So I am keeping it short, cute and simple today. Happy Hun-O-Ween!!
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Would you invite him in?🧛🏻♂️
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As we are in the throes of autumn, I thought a soft autumn inspired selca would be a nice choice for a DH Selca Magic offering on this 38th day of his military service.
Back on Day 26, we had a little taste of Donghun in the ASMR seat whispering the meaningful lyrics of A.C.E’s single, Callin’. This time he’s back with something more playful – Jelly ASMR. I am still trying to wrap my head around the whole ASMR phenomenon, to be honest. But, if Donghun wants to guide us through sampling various jellies, their taste, and more importantly, their sound, I’m all ears. Frankly, I found this ASMR quite entertaining, especially Donghun’s critique on the various jellies. Oh and when is a whispering Donghun not a good thing?
Going to head into heart-aching pop ballad mode today with a Vocal Magic moment. An emotional pop ballad that lends itself well to the raspier side of Donghun’s voice. A cover of Scottish singer-songwriter Lewis Capaldi’s Leaving My Love Behind.
The Fangirl Lane 