[INT] 110808 Yoseob's interview in "There'll Be No Spotlight If You Stop Now"

Yang Yoseob: "I WILL DO THE BEST WITH MY POSITION RIGHT NOW"

Q1 : When you were first in CUBE, you suffered through a lot. But after spending time there, you eventually understood. How did you survive in CUBE?A: It isn’t easy to become a singer. I decided to join CUBE and I overcame a lot of difficulties before I reached the status I am in now. I knew my weaknesses. Director Hong knew them too. I used to get scolded for wearing knee-long training pants (bad style). Director Hong tried to control me as much as he could. He really wanted me to have the quality of a star. But at that time, I think he was upset and disappointed most of the time. Now, when I think about it, it seems that I was too busy and focused in building up my skills passionately and that was very important to me. That’s why I think I have to pressure myself with that repeatedly even now.

Q2: Have you ever quit in the middle of training?A: Before I even thought about quitting, I tried to do everything well. I can look like a model student, but cannot match up to the work hard and seriousness. When Director Hong dismissed me, I heard that the developing team told a lot about me to Director Hong. Then, I was brought back to CUBE and I promised to work hard to show my improved qualities to Director Hong. Eventually, Director’s attitude towards me gradually changed until he eventually put his faith in me.

Q3: Did you have a mentor giving you the strength to hold on during those difficult times?A: The only people I knew were BEAST members. So when I was having hard times, I would go to them and say “Ah, it’s too difficult for me” and only they really understood what I was feeling. We believe in each other and I can share everything and anything with the other members. We cheer on one another and talk about our own feelings.

Q4: It seems that you dealt with failure and frustration very well. What advice would you give to those who have to go through the same process?A: I was desperate, but I naturally went through that process and got into this position eventually. I think I have strengthened my foundation to hold on for such a long time. I was trained for approximately six years. I envied my friends who got their positions early. But now when I’m introspecting myself, I think I can say that I learnt a lot from those times. Now I can overcome the difficult times after debut too.

Q5: In the first studio album, I think your vocal has improved a lot. How did you change it? Did you find it a challenge?A: Yes, I did. Before doing the album, I had a role in a musical. All the directors and musical seniors saw my singing. They gave me a lot of advice on how to sing sincerely and amazingly. I acted while expressing the song I sang to and so I learned a lot. Singing and acting in a musical was very interesting and I want to keep doing it.

Q6: I heard that Yoseob’s dream is to become a world star. What do you prepare to do it?A: Looking at myself now, I guess I thought that it was an easy thing. But lately, I did a lot of activities abroad and I found that the path to become a world star is really difficult. I’m not too sure about it, but I think I can do it. That dream is still very much a blur to me. Despite the difficulty, if I do the best with my position right now, won’t the fans abroad eventually recognize me too?

Q7: It seems like you are the most popular among younger fans. What’s your secret?A: Since debut, compared to the other members, I am the one with the most aegyo (cuteness). Fans think I'm cute and they say I look like a manga character. Younger friends also like my aegyo. To be honest, I’m grateful to whatever you like about me.

Q8: I heard your character is like a mother's.A: Before asking help from others, I will do something for them first. People say that it’s good intention, but in the past, honestly, I wouldn’t be able to do it.

Q9: What can you learn from being an idol?A: That we have to keep our image as a singer and an entertainer. We have to do the best, but I am always conflicted between singing practice and dancing practice. But even now, I still ask help from other staffs including the manager hyungs. To become a good model for others, shouldn’t I have more time?

Q10: What is BEAST Yoseob’s dream?A: I want to do a world tour concert. I want to collaborate with other senior musicians whom I respect, like Wheesung, Rain, and international singers like Justin Timberlake.

CREDITS: There'll Be No Spotlight If You Stop Now (SOURCE); LadyPsyche & YONGISM @ B2STRISING (TRANS)