June 1, 2021 is the happiest day for IDs (the name for B.I fans) because the wait has finally reached the end.
B.I, the man behind the legendary song Love Scenario, finally set foot back into the K-Pop industry after 2 years with his first full album “Waterfall” and ‘illa illa’ as the main title.
B.I immediately became a hot topic internationally, especially in Korea. Even a few hours before the ‘illa illa’ music video was released, B.I’s name was perched on various media platforms such as Twitter and Melon as the top search. This proves that B.I’s comeback is awaited by many people who yearn for his outstanding works.
B.I become trending on Melon search and Twitter.
In this first album, B.I includes 12 songs in total and collaborated with other artists such as Tablo from Epik High for the song ‘Stay’ and Lee Hi featured for the song ‘Daydream’. These artists are known as B.I’s close friends who are always supportive of his career journey.
That is how IDs response on his comeback. Hundreds of thousands other tweets also showed their support for Hanbin’s return and praised his hard work over the past 2 years to reflecting after the scandal (which has been proven that B.I is innocent) and come back with a better version of himself.
Portraits of B.I donating masks during his hiatus. We stan the right man ๐ (Source: Twitter)
The songs in this album also tell a lot about how Hanbin tries to get back up after being almost dropped by a scandal with deep and touching lyrics.
Indeed, his skills in songwriting are undeniable. He was the first idol to win the 2018 Melon Music Award for Song Writer of the Year.
B.I giving acceptance speech on MMA 2018. (Source: Pinterest)
As B.I said in his countdown live, he put a lot of effort into his album. So, let’s welcome his comeback warmly by listening to B.I’s first full album “Waterfall”. It’s available on Youtube, Apple Music, etc.
Last but not least, thank you so much B.I for coming back. Let’s just walk on the flower path from now on. ๐๐ค
Before you leave this page, maybe you could share your opinions about B.I’s 1st Full Album “Waterfall” on the comment section? Thank you!๐
Written by
ERIN
BIMA, INDONESIA ๐ฎ๐ฉ An Honorary Reporters for Korea.net
What is the most awaited day of the year for you? You get the hint on the title above๐คญ Yes, the answer is… our birthday!
When we talk about birthdays, the celebration will be the first thing that came up in our mind. Itโs different in each country depends on their traditions. In Korea, first birthday of the newborns is considered as a very important event with significant meanings. Koreans refer it as Doljanchi.
Do you want to know more about Doljanchi? Letโs take a look together!๐
A Heart-breaking history
Doljanchi is an old tradition of Korean society that is still being practiced until today. This tradition is carried out to celebrate the child’s first birthday with their family members. Even though this tradition is celebrated with much ‘euphoric’ vibes, but in fact the history behind it is quite heart-breaking๐.
It was started during the times when Korea was going through difficult times due to economic crisis and disease outbreaks. The infant’s mortality rate surged and many children unfortunately died before they turned 1. Due to this, the Koreans started to celebrate 1st birthdays of their children to express their gratitude and happiness of a healthy child. The purpose of this tradition is also to give blessing to their children for having a good health and long life ahead.
Doljabi (๋์ก์ด) to predict the childโs future
Beside singing ‘happy birthday’ and blowing out candles, there is also a special custom during the Doljanchi celebration in which they use objects to predict the future of the child, called Doljabi (๋์ก์ด) .
Dol (๋) : first birthday ceremony
Jabi (์ก์ด) : the act of hold
Just like the meaning of the words, during the activity of doljabi, the child will choose one or two objects among a various choices which each stands for a different meaning. The objects they chose first or second are believed to be their ‘possible’ future careers.
Now, letโs learn about the ‘hidden’ meanings of some common objects in doljabi!๐
Meaning of Dol-jabiโs objects:
Stetoscope : Doctor
Money : Enterpreneur
Pen / Book : Scholar
Microphone : Entertainer / Singer
Colourful threads : Longevity
Gavle : Judge
Ball : Soccer player
Arrow : Military
Cute baby photoshoots in Hanbok
During doljanchi celebration, Korean parents will also bring their children to take special photographs in studios by wearing the traditional Hanbok. Some of the parents will even hire a videographer to record the process for a memory.
Sam Hammingtonโs kids William & Bentley doing Hanbok photoshoots. So cute๐ฅบ
Of course, not every family in Korea will celebrate doljanchi with all the activities. However, many Koreans also choose to celebrate without having a big party. Whatsoever, the main point of a birthday celebration is to show gratitude and wish the best for the children!
On that day we are so blessed to be born and given a chance to live an amazing life in this beautiful world. So remember to always be grateful. You were born for the best reason.๐ค
Now we have come to the end of todayโs post, yay! Hope this articles helps you to know Doljachi and the Korean traditions better!
Before you go, how about some quiz?
Written by
ERIN
BIMA, INDONESIA ๐ฎ๐ฉ An Honorary Reporters for Korea.net
Let a start with a photo of Korean co-workers go out for a team dinner. You might have seen the scene included in any K-dramas that serve office-life as the main plot. In Korea, this activity is called ํ์ (Hwesik).
Hwesik Culture
Hwesikmeans dining together and its considered as a special occasion because they only doing this once in a while in some conditions.
For example, a company finally reached their target after spending months with overtime work, when your family member got to achieve something they longed for, or anything that you want to celebrate by eating together with your loved ones.
Swag gang doing Hwesik.
Of course, hwesik is fun especially when you are not the one who pay the bill! But do not forget the fact that alongside with K-Pop’s fame (which we couldn’t deny), Korea is also well-known as a country that uphold in terms of ethics and politeness in all aspects of their life, including during Hwesik. There are some kind of unwritten rules you better follow.
But don’t worry yeorobun! ๐ I will share some helpful Table Manner tips you can practice if you are invited to a Hwesik or any meal occasions with the Koreans. Pay attention, okay?
1. Prepare eating utensils
What do you need the most when eating beside the food itself? You guessed right, utensils. Korean in common using chopstick and spoon to eat and the point here is you need to offer yourself to prepare it before someone else did. Trust me, this little action can leave a good impression for them. Also you need to place the utensils starts from the eldest because Korean culture is quite strict on seniority.
2. Start and finish your meals with gratitude expressions!
The start and the end is very important when it comes to Hwesik. Your hunger should not make you eat the menu right after its served and you can not just burping to end your eating session. Here are some gratitude expressions you can say before and after eating:
Before eating “์ ๋จน๊ฒ ์ต๋๋ค!” (jal-meok-keu-sseub-ni-da) I will enjoy the food!
After eating “์ ๋จน์์ต๋๋ค!” (jal-meok-go-sseub-ni-da) I’ve enjoyed the food!
3. Good sense of timing
I’m totally understand if you feel like rushing to eat delicious foods in front of you. But buddy don’t lose your cool you’ve come this far. Let the elder eats first and you can enjoy your meals right away, all you need to do is follow their eating pace as a sign of respect *wink*.
4. Good practices & habits while eating
The position of your cutlery play a big role in Hwesik. Avoid lifting your bowls because that could be unpleasant to look at especially if you are eating with your boss, so keep them on top of table. Just use spoon to reach remaining soup in the bowl.
Korean use chopstick to eat banchan (side dishes). But after you ate some, make sure to put chopstick back to “sleep position” beside the bowls. Do not sticks your chopstick into the rice just because its more convenient, people might think you are a rude person. But why? There is a good reason behind this!
K-culture hack: A standing chopstick resembles incense at a funeral ceremony which is not something good to think while you eating.
5. Drinking etiquette (*for the non-Muslims*)
Drinking is an important element in local Hwesik culture. Drinking alcohol is a symbol of celebration and usually the boss will be saying motivational words to encourage employees who has been working so hard for the company. Then, you will hear them cheering “konbae!” (Korean style of “cheers!”).
There are rules to follow for the drinking etiquettes. What you need to do is looking for any empty glasses and offer to fill up for them. You use one hand holding the bottle and use other hand to prop up (as shown in the picture below!). If someone willing to pour drink for you, unless you have strong reason not to drink do not refuse it and comfortably accept with both hands to show politeness.
K-culture hack: In Korean drinking etiquettes, it is a ‘no-no’ to fill your glass by your own (if you’re drinking with someone). If you’re drinking with a senior of older age, you should offer to fill up their glass first. Then, allow them to fill up your glass.
We have been learning the Korean style of table manners. It’s pretty easy right? You just have to practice to get used to it. Politeness is the key so remember to control your body language and how you behave in a Korean Hwesik.
Let us refresh one more time by answering to the poll below! ๐
ERIN
BIMA, INDONESIA ๐ฎ๐ฉ An Honorary Reporters for Korea.net
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