The Aftermath

It's just been how many days into the comeback itself and I am exhausted.. but it's a happy kind of exhaustion, the kind after a long day playing sports or shopping or whatever it is you like to do. Which is, in my case, spazz and gawk at the pretty.

In this blog post, I'll outline the Top 5 members who've soared and stood out (so far) in this comeback.

Exhibit A: Mr. Lee Hyukjae

I watched our Super Show 1 DVD a few days ago, and in a span of 2 years, this boy has grown and bloomed (for lack of a better word) to a man. It's not just the muscles or the abs (no complaints there, lol) but it's just his aura. His vibe and confidence is just so alluring. He emits this glow that sucks you in and makes you wonder how you could've possibly lived without it for so long. Personally, I prefer this picture to the one showing his abs. No specific reason, he just looks 'otherworldly,' to quote my sister. I mean, any guy who can make a bahag/skirt/piece of cloth worn over a pair of pants look good, is definitely not a regular human being. He is my bias, after all, but even if he wasn't, he'd still be on this list.

Exhibit B: Park Jungsoo

Hello, Jaejoong 2.0, hello TeukAbs, hello, Calvin Klein boxers, hello, oiled chest. I feel like a pervert just by looking at the photo, so I shall say no more and leave you to stare at the god before you... so. Are you sweating yet? I know I am! XD

Exhibit 3: Cho Kyuhyun

Our beloved maknae is a Dancing Hole no more. When it comes to dancing, he's gone from zero to hero in a matter of 2 years. Who knew he had it in him, the awkward, gangly, math olympiad who could sing the phonebook well if he wanted to. He was the last member to join, and barely got as much training as other members (ex. Eunhyuk, Donghae, Eeteuk) so all it took was a few years to train him and boom! We've got another dancing hero on our hands. I highly doubt he'll surpass Eunhyu, Donghae or Shindong with dancing (since their skills are pretty innate, if you ask me) but he sure can give Sungmin and Eeteuk now a run for their money. Have I mentioned he can sing? In my opinion, Kyuhyun is one helluva member. He's one of the Top 3 singers, and just now he's become one of the main. (We shoulda seen it coming with the MJ performance + Star Dance Battle XD) Plus, he's been blessed with striking good looks. (In person, he is absolutely DIVINE.) He's incredibly well-rounded, just like Donghae. Triple threat, anyone?

Exhibit D: Kim Ryeowook

The maknaes are on top for this comeback, and Ryeowook is no exception. This for me, is probably his defining look, just as Sorry Sorry's was Eunhyuk's. Why does Ryeowook shine in this album? If this picture wasn't enough proof, his solo will certainly convince you. I am totally in love with his solo, and I can't believe how much he's improved in dancing as well. (case in point, Bonamana MV) Like Kyuhyun, Ryeowook was one of the members who rarely got as much training, as he was only discovered in a singing contest. This guy is blooming right before our very eyes, our lovable blurness (I am STILL at a loss on how they came up with that nickname XD) Ryeowookie.

Exhibit E: Kim Heechul

A few months ago, if you had asked me what rank Heenim had in my heart, I would've shrugged and said that he was one of the last. His absence and indifference in 3jib, his diva ways and cross-dressing tendencies put me off a bit, to be honest. When I found out that in SS2, Heenim would be in front of our section, I whined and groaned because he was my least favorite member. (with the exception of Kibum) Maybe it was fate or it was providential that he would sit in front of us, because it was only after SS2 that I truly opened my heart to him. I finally understood why a lot of people put him first instead of other members. To add to that, he got a Twitter account, and his Tweets amused me to no end. He was adorable and endearing, he was down-to-earth and reachable. I watched some YS videos and I became proud of him. He appeared on StrongHeart and said what he was feeling, and I felt guilty and pathetic for even doubting his wanting to be part of the group. Then the Bonamana MV came out, and I saw him giving his all in the dance segments, jumping about even when he has a metal rod on his leg. This Kim Heechul, i thought to myself, was no quitter. So in a span of two months, Heenim has crept up from number 12 on list to Top 5. God, i love this boy(now), and I feel really sorry for doubting him and not giving him a chance.

So thus concludes my entry about the Top 5 members who've been standing out. Of course, all the members have their own appeal and I love them all to bits and pieces. It's just that it'd be too long to write here, it's getting really late. But one of these days, real soon, I'll write about the other members I didn't mention, and talk about how much I love each of them, yeah?