This Is Not A Sad Song represents my journey which began almost 5 years ago, in my bedroom in South Korea. I was simply writing in an attempt to see dull circumstances in a more positive light. Today, it reminds me that slow growth is still growth, and that if you look at things a little bit differently perhaps you may realize that this is not a sad song ...

It’s about childhood abandonment by loved ones - which she had held so dear. Who let her down, time and time again. The fae attempted to reconcile their sins, falling on her knees - begging for forgiveness But then she realized love is not meant to be self-sacrifice.Reclaiming her identity - she found her true power, hidden within and forged a greater path.

Happiness explores the bittersweet reality of the feeling we all chase—so often heartbreakingly short-lived. The idea of being happy becomes something to be afraid of rather than look forward to. The lyrics question our relationship with happiness: is it worth it, or something to fear? Disappointments… Betrayal… Written from past loves and raw reflection, the melody holds both ache and tenderness.

"내가 마신 음료수 그게 아니야 아니야 그게 아니야"

The lyrical melody of Yaeji's hit "Drink I'm Sippin' on" combines the two things I love the most: The Korean language & electronic music.

Yaeji, a Korean American born DJ, producer, and singer is one of my musical inspirations.

Uniquely combining the essence of Western DJ culture with the Korean language, this entrancing infusion of sound also leaves one with pondering thoughts upon listening.

My favorite kind of art to consume is one that also makes you question the very essence of reality.

The opening lyrics of 'Drink I'm Sipping on' referenced above were once described by a Korean native speaker to be an unnatural combination of vocabulary of which they found difficult to understand.

As a native English speaker, the phrase not only is understandable to me in a literal sense, but I feel the spiritual, metaphorical nuance to the phrase as well.

I find this phenomena to be an interesting example about how language and culture, although seemingly interchangeable: are also separate entities from each other and can differ immensely.

What I love about the power of music is it's capability to transcend above those barriers.

Particularly when it comes to alternative, synthetically produced music - language can merely become an afterthought. The words being uttered do not necessarily have to adhere to a literary meaning, but rather should convey an emotion or philosophical component.

Further examples of such dynamics include other artists who's music lingers on the border of reality vs perception:  Park Hye-Jin, a Seoul born LA based Rapper and DJ, as well as Nat Ćmiel better known as (yeule) and Singaporean songwriter & producer.

These artists are great examples of the post-pop movement which is slowly expanding thus giving unconventional artistry its well deserved recognition on the grand stage.

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The Trilogy.

We Can ALL Enjoy The Music.

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