[더보이즈/THE BOYZ] 두 에릭이 만나면 이렇게 재밌습니다 (에릭남과 더보이즈 에릭의 만남)

Sweetie Pie
29 Sept 202013:28

Summary

TLDRIn this entertaining and candid episode of the Kpop Ted Box Show, twin brothers Eric and Aaron, both members of the musical group 'The Boys,' share their unique experiences as twins in the entertainment industry. The conversation delves into their personal lives, including their names—Eric being an English name given by their mother—and their family dynamics, with a mother who pushed for academic excellence but also supported their interests. The twins discuss the challenges of pursuing a career in K-pop, including the decision to give up baseball, and the emotional journey it entails, as evidenced by their shared tendency to cry, especially when reflecting on their past. The light-hearted and humorous interaction is interspersed with their love for solving Rubik's cubes and their admiration for the Korean drama 'Sky Castle.' The episode concludes with a playful challenge involving ramen and Rubik's cubes, highlighting their camaraderie and the fun spirit they bring to the show.

Takeaways

  • 🎤 The show is hosted by Eric and features a guest named Eric from the group 'The Boys', highlighting the unique situation of having two Erics on the show.
  • 🌟 Eric, the guest, reveals that his real Korean name is Youngjae Son, and 'Eric' is an English name given by his mother before he moved to the United States.
  • 🎓 The guest Eric discusses the pressure from his mother to pursue a traditional career path like becoming a doctor or a lawyer, but he chose to become a K-pop star instead.
  • 🏆 Eric shares that he was a good student and even knows how to solve a Rubik's Cube, showcasing his intelligence and diverse skills.
  • 😢 The conversation touches on Eric's emotional side, as he admits to being a 'crybaby' and shares that thinking about the past is his trigger for crying.
  • 📺 Eric talks about being inspired by movies like 'The Notebook' and the Korean drama 'It's Okay Not to Be Okay', which he watched and found emotionally moving.
  • 🏀 There's a mention of Eric having to give up baseball for his K-pop career, indicating the sacrifices made for his passion.
  • 🎵 Eric sends a message to the group EXO, expressing his fandom and love for them.
  • 🍜 A playful banter about solving Rubik's Cubes while cooking ramen sets a light-hearted tone for the show.
  • 🤔 Eric contemplates the idea of collaboration and even suggests a project group named 'Eric Eric', 'E Squared', or '2E'.
  • 🎶 The outro of the show is improvised by Eric, adding a creative and spontaneous element to the program's conclusion.

Q & A

  • What is the name of the show in which Eric and his twin are appearing?

    -The show is called the 'Kpop, Ted Box Show'.

  • What does 'Tunggap' mean in the context of the twins' discussion?

    -Tunggap means 'same age', indicating that the twins are exactly 12 years apart.

  • What is the real name of the Eric from 'The Boys'?

    -His real Korean name is Youngjae Son.

  • Why did Youngjae Son choose the English name 'Eric'?

    -He got the name 'Eric' from his mother when he was about to leave for the United States.

  • What was the company lady's role in Youngjae Son's audition process?

    -The company lady gave him a number and called him to come back the next day for further auditions.

  • Why did Youngjae Son feel awkward during the audition?

    -He felt awkward because he was not confident in his singing abilities and was initially reluctant to perform.

  • What was the name of the Korean drama that Youngjae Son's mother was likened to?

    -The drama is called 'Sky Castle'.

  • What was Youngjae Son's mother's initial expectation for his career?

    -His mother expected him to be well-educated and to become a lawyer or a doctor.

  • How does Youngjae Son describe his academic abilities?

    -He describes himself as a good student and even mentions being able to solve a Rubik's Cube, implying he is intelligent.

  • What is the name of the movie that inspired a certain lyric in their music?

    -The movie 'Notebook' was mentioned as being emotionally impactful and possibly inspiring.

  • What is Youngjae Son's trigger for crying?

    -His trigger is thinking about the past, which can make him emotional and lead to crying.

  • What is the name of the drama that made Youngjae Son cry during the last episode?

    -The drama is called 'It's Okay Not to Be Okay'.

Outlines

00:00

😀 Introduction and Twin Dynamics

The video begins with Eric, the host, introducing the show and expressing his excitement and awkwardness about having two Erics on camera. He is joined by his twin brother, Aaron from the band 'The Boys'. They discuss being twins and the unique challenges it presents, such as sharing a name. The conversation delves into their family dynamics, revealing that they are 'Tunggap', meaning they are the same age, and that they are 12 years apart in age from their grandfather. The twins also discuss their names, with Eric revealing that his real name is Youngjae Son, and 'Eric' is an English name given by his mother before he moved to the United States. The segment ends with a humorous anecdote about a company lady who gave Eric a number one, setting the tone for the rest of the video.

05:01

😅 Eric's Audition Experience and Personal Life

The second paragraph delves into Eric's journey into the K-pop industry and the sacrifices he made. It starts with an awkward silence that leads to a humorous chase scene where a company lady insists Eric audition. The conversation shifts to Eric's relationship with his family, particularly his mother and sister, and how they influenced his life. Eric's mother had high expectations for him to become a doctor or a lawyer, but he pursued his passion for K-pop instead. Despite the initial pressure, his mother was supportive of his interests, including baseball. Eric also shares his academic prowess and his ability to solve a Rubik's cube, leading to a playful challenge from the host. The segment concludes with a light-hearted banter about Eric's future appearance on a cooking show and his unique thought process.

10:02

🎤 Emotional Expression and Personal Preferences

In the final paragraph, the focus is on Eric's emotional side and personal preferences. Eric admits to being a 'crybaby' and shares that thinking about the past is his trigger for crying. He talks about the last time he cried while watching a drama series called 'It's Okay Not to Be Okay'. The host and Eric discuss Eric's emotional nature and his role within his team. The conversation takes a lighter turn as they discuss Eric's favorite TV shows, drinks, and seasons. Eric is then playfully challenged to pick one show to attend and one person he'd like to collaborate with, leading to a humorous suggestion of forming a project group called 'Eric Eric' or 'E Squared'. The segment ends with a request for Eric to improvise an outro jingle for the show, leaving the audience on a musical note.

Mindmap

Keywords

💡Kpop

Kpop refers to Korean pop music, a genre that has gained global popularity for its catchy tunes, synchronized choreography, and stylish visuals. In the video, the theme revolves around the Kpop industry, as the hosts and guests discuss their experiences and careers as Kpop stars, highlighting the cultural and entertainment significance of Kpop.

💡Twins

The concept of 'twins' in this context refers to two individuals who are not biologically related but share the same name, creating a unique dynamic. The video features two hosts named Eric, which adds a layer of humor and confusion to their interaction, emphasizing the unexpected and entertaining aspects of their conversation.

💡Tonggap

Tonggap is a Korean term that translates to being the same age. It is a cultural practice where individuals born in the same year, regardless of the month, are considered to be of the same age. In the script, the mention of 'Tonggap' highlights the cultural aspect of age and its significance in Korean society.

💡Zodiac

The zodiac is a system of assigning a symbolic meaning to the positions of celestial bodies at the time of a person's birth. In the video, the zodiac is mentioned in the context of the hosts' birth years being 12 years apart, which aligns with the rotation of the zodiac, adding an astrological element to their shared identity.

💡English Name

An 'English name' is a name given to an individual that is not of their native language, often for ease of international communication or personal preference. In the script, Youngjae Son, one of the hosts, mentions that 'Eric' is his English name, which was given to him by his mother before he moved to the United States, illustrating the blending of cultures and the adaptation process for international artists.

💡Audition

An audition is a process where individuals perform in front of an audience or judges to secure a role or position, often in the entertainment industry. The video includes a story about an audition experience, which is a common and critical step for aspiring Kpop stars, showcasing the competitive and challenging nature of entering the industry.

💡Baseball

Baseball is a popular sport that involves hitting a ball with a bat and running around bases to score. In the script, one of the hosts discusses having to give up baseball to pursue a career in Kpop, highlighting the sacrifices and choices that individuals often have to make when following their dreams in the entertainment industry.

💡Korean Drama

Korean dramas are television series produced in South Korea, known for their engaging storylines and high production values. The video references 'Sky Castle,' a popular Korean drama, to illustrate the influence of Korean culture and the expectations parents may have for their children's success, mirroring the themes of ambition and family pressure.

💡Rubik's Cube

A Rubik's Cube is a 3D combination puzzle invented by Ernő Rubik. In the video, the ability to solve a Rubik's Cube is used as a metaphor for intelligence and skill. The host, Youngjae Son, mentions his ability to solve it quickly, which is a playful way to showcase his wit and competitive spirit.

💡Emotional

Being 'emotional' refers to a state of being affected by or displaying strong feelings. The video discusses the emotional aspect of watching dramas and the impact of sentimental triggers, which is a relatable experience for many viewers and adds depth to the personal stories shared by the hosts.

💡Collaboration

A collaboration in the context of the video refers to the act of working together, particularly in the creation of music or artistic projects. The idea of a project group called 'Eric Eric' or 'E Squared' is humorously proposed, emphasizing the camaraderie and creative potential within the Kpop industry.

Highlights

Twin brothers Eric and Aaron from the K-pop group 'The Boys' co-host the show

They share that they are 'Tunggap', meaning born in the same year but 12 years apart

Eric (Aaron's twin) was born in 2000, while Aaron was born in 2012

Their grandfather was also born in 1988, making it a 12-year pattern in the family

Aaron reveals his real Korean name is Youngjae Son

He got the English name Eric from his mom before moving to the US

During an audition, a company lady gave Aaron a number one and asked him to come back the next day

Aaron had to give up baseball to pursue K-pop

His mom was very strict, pushing him to study hard and become a doctor or lawyer

Despite that, she was supportive of his hobbies and interests

Aaron was a good student and can solve a Rubik's cube in under a minute

He gets emotional and cries easily when thinking about the past

The last time he cried was yesterday while watching the K-drama 'It's Okay Not to Be Okay'

Aaron is the biggest crybaby in his K-pop group

His favorite season is spring and his favorite drink is peach iced tea

He would love to collaborate with Eric on a project called 'Eric Eric', 'E Squared' or '2E'

Eric improvises an outro jingle for the show

Transcripts

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ladies and gentlemen welcome to the kpop

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ted box show my name is eric and i am

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joined by my twin

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eric i don't know i feel very awkward

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i'm very excited about this episode but

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also very

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uh weirded out because it's not very

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common

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for two eric's to be on camera together

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yeah it's very angry but anyways welcome

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to the show today we're joined by eric

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from the boys what's up hi guys i'm

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aaron from the boys nice to be here

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yeah yeah my twin yeah so

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uh we are twins uh we also are tunggap

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and by tonga tonga means same age and

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so you're so you're two thousand or i'm

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88.

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that yeah that's it right robert

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robin oh see we did the same thing

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because we're twins we both put out

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scissors and papers because we're the

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twins

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um but we're the twins with the z at the

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end so

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that's who we are all joking aside we

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are

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means d is like your zodiac symbol

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and it rotates by 12 years and we are

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exactly 12 years

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apart i am 12 years younger clearly so

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i was born in 2012. eric was born in

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2000

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and then our grandfather was born in 88.

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oh our grandfather was 88. yeah i was

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born in 2012.

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i was from 2000 yeah how about our dad

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i don't i can't do math okay don't

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challenge me

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and we we had a little conversation that

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show champion

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okay at the ending okay okay okay okay

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okay yeah

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see see i can't i'm sorry i when you're

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so young like i am things just leave

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your brain

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um i remember little bits of information

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but i don't remember the exact time in

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this place

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but i remember you were like oh man like

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uh

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something like you were going to promote

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with the name

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eric yeah and so you were nervous about

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that because my name is eric oh yeah

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yeah yeah i told you that

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and then i was like oh that's fine

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because there's another eric who's in

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shinoa

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and i was like it's all good like don't

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worry about it but

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all to say first question is your real

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name eric

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no

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is your real name eric yes my real name

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is eric you mean the passport yes

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well not for me what is your real name

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my real name is youngjae son youngjae

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son

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so it's not youngjae

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that's my real korean name that name is

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in my passport

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eric is my english name that i

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got from my mom uh-huh when i was about

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to leave to

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the states okay

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let me just try like it's gonna help you

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audition for the next one yeah i mean

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you're always gonna fail

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at the day of the edition i walked in

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right yeah and this uh

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our company that company lady

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all right company lady what's it called

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hey someone

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oh staff okay my bad

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my english it's okay it's okay it's okay

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okay

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i said lady the company lady what did

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she say okay the company lady she was

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like

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she's staring at me like this from far

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away and but at that time i was scared

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and she's like

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come over here and i got up to her and

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then she's like

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what's your name it's like eddie gill

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and she's like how old are you by the

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time i was like 15 i think

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i'm like yo yo and then she's like

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she gave me this all right

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a number number yeah number one uh see

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the first one

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and then um and she called me um that

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night

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this day she's like i want to come

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tomorrow

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please do it i would love to see you

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okay

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okay okay what is my line uh

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you don't have lime okay i just stare at

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you yeah okay oppa let's go okay we're

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watching a movie okay

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at a theater okay

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that was that was great that was a that

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was

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great that was that was what it did at

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the second edition and it was like

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awkward silence like two minutes i just

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ran out the door

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and then this this company lady just

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ran chasing after me and she got me and

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she's like

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hey honey where are you going you have

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to sing

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i don't know how to sing dude

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this sounds like a drama it is this is a

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drama and i love it keep going

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tell me more about um like having to

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give up baseball for k-pop

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it's not that it's just that um it's

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so what's akka

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there has to be a better phrase no

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god english sucks

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well on that note do you want to send

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them a yongsan country a video

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is going to see this they're not going

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to i don't think they're going to even

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you know what

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don't underestimate the power of k-pop

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tabak

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tabak okay um

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because i should do this in korean right

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because sure

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okay so eric's gonna send a nice little

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message to exo

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and i'll translate for him right after

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all right so that was uh a a video

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message

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audio message to exo from eric from the

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boys

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i will roughly translate because we're

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twins um

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dear exo somebody seniors

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i am a big fan i love you bye

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sorry uh what was your

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relationship like with with your mom and

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sister oh you're like y'all closer

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but exception of my mom

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do you know the drama korean drama sky

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castle yes

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she was one of them like she she she

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raised me like one of them she was like

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you have to be here eric you have to go

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to good

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college you have to be well educated

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you have to be a lawyer or a doctor uh

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that's what my mom was like so she was

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one of the moms but she was still um

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like

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push push for my um like

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my interest in hobbies like such as

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baseball or um just

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hanging out with my friends or something

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like that but she would still push me to

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study hard to go to the good college

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and become a doctor right but i became a

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k-pop star

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yeah sorry mom i mean but she's proud of

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me

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yeah i mean will she sounded like it

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sounds like she was supportive yeah she

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was very supportive you know

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um were you a good student i was i was

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actually very

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you can show off you can brag a little

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bit i show off yeah go for it

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uh

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and i even know how to solve a ruse cube

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see that means he's a genius i am a

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genius

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you know what my cranium is youngjae

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that means genius increase

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yeah it does next time i see you i'm

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gonna bring up rubik's cube and we're

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gonna i'm gonna make you do it okay

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uh cool one minute i mean i can i it

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takes i solve it in an

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average of one minute that's that's

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pretty good look

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[Laughter]

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i can solve it three times in like three

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minutes which means

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i'm in cooks in three minutes i'll be

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three times before ramen you finish

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finish cooking okay next time you come

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this is what we're gonna do

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i'm gonna have a lamian ready to go okay

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i'm gonna have three rubik's cubes

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okay okay and we're going to make you

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try to do

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all the all three before yeah before

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three minutes okay

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right and if you do the ramen well or if

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you beat it you get the ramen

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and we'll have like money or something

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on top of it no we'll have gold flakes

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on top of it

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gold flake or ramen yeah

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pressure just do what i want to do right

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now keep on giving me oh my god doing my

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best not gonna

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get me to where i am

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yeah i know what you mean it's a it is a

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convoluted way of thinking sometimes

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and people are like wait what but to me

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it makes sense and to you it makes sense

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yeah and that's because our names are

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eric

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you're welcome if you don't understand

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change your name to

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eric

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[Laughter]

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what is an example of like a movie that

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you watch that kind of inspired a

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certain lyric

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uh notebook oh notebook getting real

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emotional yeah

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i cried did you really yeah okay wait

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wait wait wait

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i actually i was trying to like

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to think of things to like ask you guys

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and i was looking on youtube and there

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was this compilation of you just crying

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there's a lot of you crying explain this

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to me

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do you cry a lot usually or yes i'm a

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crybaby

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what is it a certain moment that gets

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you crying like what is it that

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what's your trigger trigger oh

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i think my trigger is like that

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if someone pulls a trigger to

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make me think about the past uh that's

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what triggers me to

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cry that just triggers me to cry yeah

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i'm a cry baby

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sorry when's the last time you cried

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yesterday

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really yeah what about what i'm watching

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this like

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drama i'm very emotional guys

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you know there's nothing wrong with that

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there's nothing wrong with that

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there's this drama called

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uh yeah i think it's called it's okay

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not to be okay yeah yeah

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yeah yeah it was the last episode uh it

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was the last episode and they were just

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um

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the spoiler alert oh i can't spoil this

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but

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it was the last episode and then i cried

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if you haven't watched it watch it hey i

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watched

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it yeah i'm watching

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i cried while watching the last episode

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okay all right that's fair

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um do you cry the most out of your out

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of your team yes

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that's cool that's fine yes you're the

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magnet you can do anything

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um okay variety should you want to go on

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the list ah you'll have to pick one

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just one just one yeah it's tomorrow

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tomorrow you have your schedule free you

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have one show you can go

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running man right now okay what uh tv

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show reality are you watching

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running man okay uh dancing or rapping

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all right coffee or tea iced tea it's

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flavor no flavor

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which one peach peach iced tea that's

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pretty solid

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uh favorite season of the year spring

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spring

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spring are you sure yes are you really

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sure yes okay i'm just checking uh

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favorite the boys

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okay uh one person you'd love to

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collaborate

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we should put out a project group called

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eric eric or e squared

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or 2e i don't sorry i'm going to shut up

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no but for reals eric mom oh well thank

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thank you

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yeah thank you thank you yes well we'll

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hopefully one day we'll make it work

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well has a lady where's that company

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company ladies if you can make this work

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yes it would be great

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thank you company lady as we say goodbye

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eric if you could improvise

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an outro jingle for us okay

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what's the name of this show okay

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keep up there right yes

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