Dedicated ARMY Reacts to! Hyunjin: AOTM, Play With Fire, Criminal, etc.

[@thatstay3916]

Hyunjin's journey with dance is truly amazing. When he was a trainee he was actually bad at dancing (his words) and even got scolded by staff for it to where he would cry. Other trainees told him it didnt matter since he could debut with his visuals alone so he worked 10x harder to improve his dance since he couldn't stand the idea of only being known for his looks. He says bragging about something you didnt work for is so lame. And now look where he is 🥺To this day he doesnt like being called the visual of skz

[@HoMeLeSs_aDuLtS]

And that's why I am proud of him

[@CocoPop2020]

"wait, hold up, there's back ground dancers?" 💀 i choked on my food laughing 😂 for the floor work in the artist of the month his shoes kept slipping on the floor there so he had to change how he got up from how he practiced. it's in the behind the scenes for it. he also lost his balance and accidentally stayed on beat stumbling back lol i think play with fire was a release of some feelings over being forced into hiatus over false rumors. this wasn't long after his return

[@Kaidyn-Kai]

The last video was a dance cover. He was dancing the choreography to Taemin's song Criminal. Edit: He covered it beautifully though. I was impressed. Taemin is an incredible dancer and so is Hyunjin.

[@ChaiZie]

I've watched so many reactions, and my favorite are the ones where the reactor actually *adds* something to the original video. I love how you talk about and explain both dance and rap. It's so interesting, especially as someone who doesn't have a lot of knowledge about either of those. It makes me appreciate skz so much more once I have a deeper understanding of the dance and rap aspects! And I don't mind the pauses at all--honestly, I prefer them to you just watching the video in silence. I watch reaction videos to see someone's reactions, not to see them have a blank face.

[@Boraheartsss]

I'm glad you enjoy them!

[@kjasseyearwood2015]

Artist of the month wasn't choreographed by him but once you watched the behind the scenes of this you'll get to see him learning it

[@l0vestay]

he did contribute to the choreo

[@rg9991]

@@l0vestay a lot of the killing parts were his idea, the wings pose, the gun etc

[@l0vestay]

@@rg9991 yeah I know

[@kjasseyearwood2015]

@@l0vestay yes that he did do I just answered the if he did or didn't choreographed it

[@l0vestay]

@@kjasseyearwood2015 yeah I know but he did contribute a lot to the choreo so technically he still choreographed it with the others

[@candydlight8981]

Hyunjin is genius,,he's a main dancer and mostly center in performance,, the pd of artist of month choose him as the best Male dancer!! Even so many idols like rookies choose him as their role model that's show his power,, professional dancers and choreographer choose him as best dancer ! He's really still young and this much talented

[@gaminggirl5914]

He kinda seems like mj. His hair, his smooth and controlled body moment ,and especially the emotions that he expresses, are the best out of all the dancer I have ever seen.

[@katyabelinskaya8553]

Jinnie is the ultimate example of hard work. The soul of an artist, perseverance and hard work = a man-masterpiece ❣️

[@candydlight8981]

to me I love hyunjin dance style the most in skz and whole 4th gen and kpop overall,, he's a great dancer but also perfect performer but also genius choreographer and king of facial expressions and the way he dances is just next level u just can immediately recognize his style and u quickly get he must be main dancer even u don't know him ,,, go watch their dance practice u will understand what I mean he's just next level

[@aquarmg]

You should watch the behind the scenes of the making of his Artist of the Month video. He really pushed himself for this choreo and it paid off! He's amazing. P.S. as a fellow dancer did you catch those tiny tics he did to the beat at 11:59 (your video). Very few people catch those tiny little musicality moments. But as a former dancer, those are everything, which is probably why I love watching him so much. Thanks for sharing your reactions ! 😀 🙂 😊 🥰

[@aquarmg]

Lol 😆 I just said "raw" at 24:42 just before you did 😂 🤣 😅 😆 🙃 absolutely love ur feedback. 🥰 Makes me feel like I'm not alone in my own feelings about his dancing!

[@chocolateicecreamlove8823]

OMGOMGOMGOMGOMGOMGGGGG I have never noticed those little tics to the beat that he does before I read your comment and then watched the video. Thanks!! NOw I can appreciate his dance even more

[@_.isy._]

He's seriously so talented, and the fact that he can make such crazy choreographies by himself is crazy!

[@elenapicco1412]

when the party’s over over was basically him officially presenting his first contemporary choreographed piece, if i’m not wrong he was fairly new to contemporary in general but he has such an artistic soul that it’s impossible for you to not enjoy him perform, even some professional dancers reacted to it and were impressed, hyunjin is born to be on stage and create art i’m sure other people have already mentioned that criminal is taemin’s original solo work but you need to check him out in case you don’t know him already cause he’s the idol of idols, truly an artist

[@lunalovegood6357]

Love your commentary, I would recommend watching the behind making of his studio choom to see him work on it. As you said, the interpretation is up to us but let me tell you some backstories from these videos. When the party's over: Our hyunjin's first choreography video, he made this after the pandemic happened and he said this is what he felt not being able to perform on stage without the audience which he missed. At this time, he just only started contemporary! A beginner you must say and you're a real dancer bc you didn't focus on the technicalities which he still hasn't perfected at this time but the emotions and story he was telling through his dancing. Criminal: This is a dance cover, a gift for stays because he promised one. Their channel created a playlist for this but unfortunately there hasn't been a second entry yet. Play with fire: This was his comeback after his hiatus. He had to take a break which is why he wasn't in the show kingdom. From our interpretation based on what happened, it is a right vs wrong type of person in society story. The right is the princely, clean, well mannered persona at the start while the wrong is the different, rough, messy, crazy persona. The right person is how the public sees hyunjin but then he has an inner maniac who loves dancing and is different from what they want him to be. This story also portrayed what happened to him during hiatus, the haters wanted him silenced hence choking and due to hiatus, he still continued to dance outside the mirror (public eye/camera) and continue dancing crazily in the dark showing his untouched state (hair,makeup,clothes as a celeb). Then music came back and you see him dancing alone in the dark with a spotlight which is how I see as him dancing alone during his break. Then comes back in the original room and ends it with him grabbing his throat like silencing someone. One thing hyunjin confirmed is that how it was on purpose that he started with a clean, styled clothes but then it was continuesly becoming messy and messier as the video progresses. This video is really meaningful for us. It shows hyunjin's bravery and passion for dancing. Aotm: The director chose hyunjin for this and hyunjin thanked them for trusting him because it was said that he rejected it because he just got back from the hiatus and his confidence turned a bit low at that time :( so he rejected a lot of solo offers but studio choom waited for him and convinced him that he will do well. So hyunjin decided to accept it and they only had little time to prepare for this also while he was promoting with the group in music shows at the same time. I highly recommend watching the behind video, you will see how hyunjin works off cam/stage. And the explanation to this performance will be explained by hyunjin as well. Thank you for taking your time to see hyunjin's dance works. He is a kind, sweet person who loves dancing and art. He used to do a lot of vlives, him talking, eating, singing, dancing. He had car lives on the way home back when he was a music show mc. He also had counseling vlives where he would read stays concerns that he asked for on the vlive community. Now, vlive is gone, he hasn't done a youtube live yet. All skz members are alike, kind and loving.

[@Notanymore343]

Finally someone mentioned the elbows being used to propagate his turn! Thank you so much for your absolutely amazing breakdown of Hyunjins dancing and choreos. He is one of the most talented and intrinsically gifted dancers I’ve seen. I’m glad you enjoyed his videos.

[@candydlight8981]

Hyunjin is professional dancer and his choreography are arts like he's art himself and whatever he makes is art ! He doesn't just dance yk he feels the music he tells the story his emotions and facial expressions he doesn't use only one style his skill r so perfect! Hyunjin is really best dancer I've ever seen in 4th gen and near legends r kai and taemin,, professional dancers always recognize him near those legends,,hyunjin has his own style that u saw and I think that's literally an art itself

[@ehstay3214]

When the party’s over is my absolute favorite by him and people don’t talk about it enough. The emotion that he radiates through his dance is tangible and I love it so much!!

[@kisst3741]

Hyunjin is propadly one of the best dancers on K pop. He is like a airy liquit fire 🔥🔥

[@wildmoonlights]

i love hyunjin's dance the most, he is so attractive when he dances i cant take my eyes off him, he is so talented and i love how you explain a lot of things that we non dancers dont see, thank you for this video

[@marchtwenty00]

You should react with the behind the scenes of his AOTM, it's totally satisfying and makes you proud to see how the all the efforts he made throughout the process became an astounding and spectacular performance. It will totally make you realize how dedicated and genuine Hyunjin is when it comes to his craft, which made me and every STAY love him more.🤍✨️

[@urvashijariwala5895]

So for Criminal, the choreographers were Kasper and Koharu Sugawara! Hyunjin is such a beautiful fluid dancer! If there's one thing I always look forward to when it comes to performance, it's to see Dancracha perform!

[@tomi.921]

For me Hyunjin is the best dancer. Thank you for a great reactions

[@liboucoup1549]

That was so fun to revisit Hyujin's dances with you. Hyunjin FEELS the music. I love him. Thank you for being you ! 🥰

[@milo5035]

I love how you pause and talk about what you see, especially because I agree with what you say😊. Hyujin is my bias(He is so talented)so I was fascinated by this video just about him💖, I want to see your next reactions to stray kid

[@luckpoof7261]

He's a beautiful and essential dancer, he puts his emotions into dance because he's an introvert.

[@meekoneko8968]

im so obsessed with hyunjin movements. his body let us feel everything

[@francinvega]

You should read a bit about hyunjin The dance he coreographed to play with fire had a meaning behind it, i guess you know he was in kind of a break from stray kids , not because of stray kids members , but because of bad people 😢 I am so happy he came back, he is such a talented person and i love him 😍😍😍❤️❤️❤️🙏🙏🙏

[@growley333]

Yes I came here to add this. It was his comeback dance. I saw another reactor suggest he might be trying to shed his prince title slightly and show he is not a perfect prince, he has other sides/ characteristics and that's ok. There may not have been as much backlash to the rumours if people hadn't put him in the perfect prince persona box. He totally came back with straight fire and showed the haters he just comes back stronger.

[@francinvega]

@@growley333 exactly, he is not just a preety face, to only call someone a visual, i think is a terrible thing to say, people are much more complicated then a preety face, he is beautiful from inside and he is an artist, he likes drawing and he is good at that plus other things, if i had met him on person i would probably ask him thay we draw or paint something together, i also draw and paint. I see him as a little brother though we are not related or live in the same country and we are not familiar except me knowing him from stray kids 😁

[@anabelroutledge]

The play with fire was also like a comeback for him after his break due to false bullying rumors. To me it really showed how he was finally ready to try to break from the 4th Gen Prince title that he has always hated and show him as the dancer he wants to be. He never wanted to just be the pretty boy and you can see that even in the survival show and stories of his training he worked so hard to be able to sing, rap, and dance even though he could easily get in by visuals alone. He is the story of success that comes with hard work and I am glad that so many people now appreciate his skills on top of his visuals

[@hilmanh3852]

His talent only showed and evolved because of his hard work. Our genius Ouji-sama

[@lella1213]

Yes to everything you said! Hyunjin is a stunning dancer.

[@candydlight8981]

Right,, I love contemporary dance the most and hyunjin is the god in that😭 he's art he makes me cry no one moves like him, and u can't find a performance like these things,, only hyunjin can do

[@praisebature6346]

He is called the 4th generation Prince Of k pop for a reason

[@carriannesquires6964]

The billie eillish choreo was to express his feelings to STAY because of the pandemic he couldn’t perform infront of them and he didn’t know how to express it in words so he did it through dance and if you watch it again knowing that fact it brings tears to your eyes he is just something special that there are no words to explain. I love watching you get passionate about the movements though it’s so enjoyable to watch ❤

[@MeruChan98]

The last cover is not actually choreographed by Hyunjin, it’s from the artist Taemin who is well known to be heavily inspired by Michael Jackson and a lot of his dances are inspired by him. Hyunjin is indeed a wonderful dancer and choreographer tho.

[@nje3475]

I'm absolutely obsessed with how he dances!

[@binnie1801]

Like others have said already I recommend the behind the scenes video for AOTM. It's a great video I cannot tell how many times I've seen it but I do recommend it. He has such an amazing stage presence and I love watching him dance. Love your reaction. I got notice and I was here.

[@bbokaribae]

Yesssss! So glad to watch you appreciate our precious drama llama boy. He's so soft yet strong asf. I love him so much and hope to shield him from any harm, because he's so special and doesn't deserve any of it. I'm glad you enjoy his choreographies, or just him dancing! It's his element. Also you may know this or not but he was street casted, as in...no experience (singing/rapping or dancing) and clawed his way to the top until Bang Chan chose him as a member of SKZ.

[@jojo.joanna]

Thank you for checking out Hyunjin's dance :) I loved seeing your passion for dance and hearing your thoughts on the intricacies and effective methods you noticed

[@StayJJ0325]

Do not worry. You are not the only one and I am one of the people that these dances had the effect on. There is a reason he is the main bias wrecker for me. Edit: I love when people pause and talk about what’s going through their mind. Gives some insight into their interpretation of the video and what is happening Edit2: for when the parties over, during COVID he wanted to work on his contemporary dancing (because he actually was first learning to dance as a trainee) and so he worked on his contemporary dance and then choreographed this

[@nualaseamus]

Cracked up so hard @ "wait, there's back up dancers ..." you're getting wrecked for sure. Pause all you need to because you have good things to add, I hate the reactions that just sit and watch without any input. I really appreciate your dancer's perspective. Hyunjin's dance to Billie Eilish was the first thing I ever saw him perform, and what eventually led me to Stray Kids - and it was so moving and hit my emotions so hard, I spent the rest of the day looking for his dances, then who he was and of course that brought me fully down the rabbit hole. I love seeing you appreciate him so well. I love ALL of the Stray Kids, but his dance is what drew me in first.

[@MommaJB]

You have explained everything about Hyunjin’s dancing performances as well as you. Thank you for appreciating his dancing so much ❤

[@katiegrossman2338]

My favorite moves from these pieces are always the tiny little moves like the guns at the camera clicks in motley crew or the phone bit with the tiny taps in when the party’s over. They’re such beautiful moves and really shows his attention to detail

[@Bludreamgirl]

Every dance he does that he doesn't chore he MAKES HIS OWN. His artistry is just beyond imagining. ♡

[@Anna-qh1yj]

The song Criminal hyunjin covered is actually by an idol named Taemin who’s from SHINee if u like it u should definitely check him out he’s heavily inspired by micheal Jackson and is known as one of the best dancers in k-pop! Also hyunjin is such an amazing dancer I love when the party’s over take my breath away each time!

[@MommaJB]

Don’t cry we’ve already done that for you. As you probably can imagine HJ is my Últ due to so much he has to offer in his artistry! Thank again for watching/reacting. ❤

[@sabrinajolly3485]

Has anyone seen the full body pops he does.... Makes me shiver every damn time.... Ugh

[@mahiskz]

Hyunjin is the king of beats. Noone can beat him in this.

[@cxpca]

The way you were caressing this mans face with the mouse at 8:00. I AM DECEASED.

[@stayville-connections]

As a dancer, I wholeheartedly agree 😭 choreographing is so hard man Edit#1: yup pretty much for contemporary classes they always do that,, it’s actually one of my favorite parts haha

[@meriemouta346]

I think i just bumped on the best dancing reactor on yt, and i love love how you broke every move down, it's so eye opening, Hyunjin's dancing is my favorite of all time

[@JAMoore-zz3ki]

@15:57 on your video - I am SO GLAD you mention his arm movement. No one else I've watched react to Play with Fire has mentioned his beautiful, beautiful line right at this spot, and what a transition it is. YAY!

[@jaycebradley8404]

i love your pauses and explanations, especially since you’re so genuinely appreciative of the artistry and talent and effort that goes into each aspect of the song/performance/dance, etc.

[@StaysSlay]

Love how you mentioned Krump..out of the members, as far as I've seen, only Hyunjin and Bang Chan has danced it..Chan even mentioned that he loves it! Those two are my bias line. 😭 both are soooooooo 😭😭😭 i love this reaction vid!

[@elenapicco1412]

bruh the fact that AOTM was in 2021, time flies, it seems yesterday

[@guilhermenovo8967]

Oh I bet you would fall in love with Taemin ! He's the dancing king of Kpop, Criminal is his song that Hyunjin was doing a cover of.

[@christenw.1726]

Saw your title and Im like this many H is a heart attack 🔥🔥🔥. Behind the scenes to this Artist of the Month is 💕🔥💕🔥💕🔥

[@onyxarmybelle4947]

AMAZING reaction and analysis!!! Hyunjin is my bias and your breakdown makes me (and other stay) appreciate him even more. Peace sis ❤

[@reniguima]

No need to apologize for pausing! i love that you actually reacts and comments instead of just looking at the screen in silence and calling that a reaction!

[@mitchelleegeonu6312]

THANK YOU!! I’ve always said this! I LOVE when people dance or choreograph to the silence in between songs. It’s like they make you hear the intention or the “unsaid words” that the artist is trying to convey. It HIT ME WHEN YOU POINTED THAT OUT! Cause I choreograph and sometimes i choreograph with a close friend of mine that is kinda like my dance partner. And when I try to choreograph to the silent moments or the little adlibs or sounds that people don’t usually hear or pay attention to in a song, she doesn’t get it!! And it stresses me out so much cause I feel that that part needed something but no one gets me!! I started to think I was crazy. I love dance so much and I’ve always considered it my art (even though I’m not a professional dancer). So when you got it!! I almost screamed!! Seriously thank you!! I love when choreographers make you hear sounds or beats in a song that you’ll normally not notice. Like just because they hit that note or sound or that beat with a move, you HEAR IT! That’s freaking crazy! I’ve heard “when the party’s over” a few times, but watching hyunjin’s choreo made me feel like I was hearing it for the first time. So many details I didn’t notice in the song! Like dance is meant to add to a song, not just accompany it!! Do you get me?!?

[@Boraheartsss]

I agree with everything you’ve said. Every single word. It’s why I love dance so much

[@mitchelleegeonu6312]

@@Boraheartsss yeah dance is just amazing, and I love to watch dance videos like hyunjin’s “when the party is over” that makes me remember why I love it so much ❤️❤️ Thanks for your reaction! It gave me a new fond memory attached to the dance.

[@here_to_stay]

The way I exited out another video IMMEDIATELY just to come watch this one 😭😭 Edit: I seriously loved how you explained the Play With Fire dance and I can admit it gave me the same vibe as Red Lights sort of with that like…obsessive trait and trying to hold it back/keep it inside. Also a thing I noticed when the music was faded and all you could hear was the flames it looked like he was holding a metaphorical match and he threw it to like…light the flames? I could’ve misinterpreted it wrong or something idk I’m not a dancer but that’s just something I noticed lol.

[@candydlight8981]

You should watch his famous fancam " psycho " with almost 11m veiw!! Hyunjin has most million fancam ,, watching his fancam is so satisfying is everything,,

[@hey_im_jai]

loved all of your commentary and interpretations! my theory for play with fire was that he was sort of fighting against the super beautiful princely image the industry throws at him. He becomes increasingly more disheveled as the dance goes on. sort of letting go of that neat and beautiful façade :) (editing to add that being in the fandom during this time was actually bananas. this was the first piece of content he dropped after being forced to go on hiatus which is also why i kind of feel like it was meant to be a big f you to everyone. Crazy times to be a stay for sure!) loving all the content and hope youre well!

[@strayfever]

8:18 "He's coming even harder.." *gently caressing his face* Okay I'll let myself out 🚪🚶‍♀

[@Boraheartsss]

YOU DID NOT JUST- 😭😭😭💀

[@strayfever]

@Boraheartsss I'm just that person who says what everyone is thinking 😆

[@abrilcosmo3124]

Es muy duro elegir un bias en straykids... Todos ellos son Brillantes! Y Hermosos! .... Dios, yo creo que es más fácil ir rotando, vas rotando... A medida que les vas dedicando atención a cada uno. Yo me niego a elegir jajaja. Ya pasé por todo esto, Hyunjin, Channie, Felix, y el siguiente y el siguiente... Es imposible. Todos son excelentes! excelentes, y hacen tu corazón palpitar fffffffah y sus personalidades 💜, los sentimientos sanos que transmiten. Me explota la cabeza este grupo.

[@l3uttaflyx3]

I love how excited you get about musicality and stuff! Your videos very fun to watch bc you can really tell how much you enjoy what youre watching which also makes it enjoyable for the viewer

[@toribluevi]

this is now my fav reaction of all time ever

[@jadefrog]

Criminal was choreographed originally for Taemin, who is with SM entertainment. I see a lot more Michael Jackson influences in SM's choreographers than in JYPE's. If you look up the dance practice for Taemin's original version of Criminal, you can see how much of his own style Hyunjin added, while still remaining true to the original. BTW< I believe that you watched these in reverse chronological order, so the Criminal cover was done before Hyunjin had really started choreographing much.

[@RM_formerlyjustRMbutYTsucks]

For "Play with Fire," context elevates things. This was his first solo project to release after he returned from unjustified hiatus. "OH" was the "SKZ is reunited" surprise announcement, but "PWF" was "I'm back. You tried to get rid of me, and you failed. Here's my story." One of his most well-known nicknames is Prince -- even random music shows and announcers call him that -- and that ties in here. We have a perfect prince enter this quiet scene, examine his idealized image in a mirror, tie up the hair he's famous for, and then grab his throat and be silenced. So instead of using the words he's not allowed to speak (all eight of them were and still are not able to so much as mention the hiatus), he dances, slowly coming apart, ever more unhinged, until he ends completely disheveled, his princely image all but gone, just the raw self left, the vestiges of his facade clinging by a single button...and then he grabs his throat again as a reminder that he's still not allowed to speak. A coordinated attack of lies tried to take him (and several other people) out, to destroy his career and life, and in typical kpop fashion, he couldn't say a word to defend himself. Even when it was proven false, he couldn't speak about it. He could only keep dancing, keep writing, showing himself to be a person, not a perfect image, silenced but not gone. The prince showed himself as the person underneath, silenced but still here. Basically, it's a cool story to see and interpret even without context. But with the context, especially if you were there at the time (it was _hell,_ full of silence from the company, a gag order on the members, and extreme worry about his well-being, all surrounded by the worst of kpop fandoms' and knetizens' toxicity, which is still in full force today, complete with d3ath threats and gruesomeness on a coordinated daily basis), it's a whole other level of meaningful. He was not the same person when he came back, and he's never quite returned to how he was before; in the vaguest terms (all he's allowed), even he has mentioned this. This was a declaration of survival, a protest against injustice, a finger pointed at hypocrisy, all wrapped in instantly viral art.

[@sickminho]

The last one was a cover of Taemin's song Criminal. Taemin is an AMAZING dancer, if you ever wanna check him out you should. He's a soloist and also in the group SHINee. Fr incredible. And yeah a lot of idols are very Michael Jackson inspired hah.

[@cristellaa]

The outline of his face with the mouse I’m dying

[@gladishernandez5102]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z2TWoH6cd9GWm8k in this video Hyunjin is practicing "play with fire" but let me tell you something is somehow harder than the original, is like he´s having fun with it, it´s like he´s turning into a maniac, I can´t explain but watch it and you´ll see. It hits differently!!! Love your reactions!! Keep it coming. Also, what you do with the cursor 🤣🤣🤣 and... there are backup dancers??!!! hahahahahaha I cried of laughing!! 😁😆😝

[@JAMoore-zz3ki]

I want to see a lot more contemporary dancing from Hyunjin. There is still SO MUCH untapped potential in him. Speaking of idol dancers.....have you seen Ten and WinWin from NCT and their beautifully self-choreographed dance to "Lovely," by Billie Eilish and Khalid? This video: [Rainbow V] TEN X WINWIN Choreography : lovely (Billie Eilish, Khalid) (ring and portrait remix)

[@sklad_t]

I love you reactions so much! The way you thinking and explaining everything in details, the way you combine a little bit of simp moments and a real appreciation them as an artists - it's all sooooo wholesome! I hope you'll keep doing more Stray Kids reactions, but to be honest - I think I would watch everything from you c:

[@shadowhunter1055]

I always say hyunjin doesn't follow the beat in fact the beat follows him

[@alexandradingman2966]

Well the play with fire video came out as a he's back, when he went on hiatus awhile ago, so it makes sense when you said it's one of those choreographies that was made in a room with lots of thought

[@shortysamaa]

i love your analysis of his dancing!! I'm learning so many new terms lol

[@cristellaa]

Love your reaction! I recently discovered Stray Kids and haven’t seen many solo videos so it feels like I’m watching with a friend 😂

[@rudikfan1054]

I really enjoy your reactions, pauses and all, because you really pick up on details and provide interesting commentary! As others have already commented, 'Play with Fire' was his big comeback after his 4-month hiatus due to false bullying allegations, and you can really see the choreo reflect his emotions about the enforced silence. While the hiatus was really detrimental to his mental health and confidence, the silver lining was that he could focus on his craft: writing music, dancing and doing choreo, painting, doing charity work, even learning to play the piano. Imho, Hyunjin is the best 4th Gen dancer, because of his musicality, his expressiveness, his raw emotion, and his melding of "male" and "female". He shares all these attributes with Taemin, which may be one reason he wanted to cover 'Criminal'. On a side note, my list of the previous gens' best male dancers and their connections to Skz: -1st Gen: Rain (soloist): Skz's cover of his track 'It's Raining' is a treat, especially Minho's dance break. Skz were also guests on his variety show, and that's a great fun video to watch e.g. on Twitch. -2nd Gen: Taemin (member of SHINee and SuperM, soloist): well, the connection is the 'Criminal' dance cover here. There is a side-by-side comparison of the og dance practice and Hyunjin's cover, which may be of interest, as it shows how Hyunjin combines some of Taemin's and some of the backup dancers' choreo into his version. -3rd Gen: Kai (member of EXO and SuperM, soloist): Skz's live cover of EXO's 'Call Me Baby' is a must-see, as is the Kingdom Mayfly dance team performance to EXO's 'Wolf'.

[@christenw.1726]

28:20 I like his portrayal of Delicate Strength.

[@TeaOnTue]

*almost finished with the video* "Wait hold up there's background dancers?! " Can't blame ya 🤷🏻

[@MommaJB]

Man I thought o had not seen this reaction but appears I’ve watched this before but never finished. I’m so happy I found you again! Love your reactions. ❤

[@elenal6370]

i like reactions not just watching and say ok i watched , hj is a great dancer gosh he is amazing ❣❣❣❣❣❣❣❣

[@decipheryu4215]

I found your channel a couple of hours ago and I've already seen all the videos, I love your vibe!! Hopefully you can react to more content related to Stray Kids, your reactions are very addictive

[@candydlight8981]

Yeah I'm little dancer too actually dance lover more,, I never seen a male dancer like hyunjin he has both side ,, like masculine side and feminine moves too he doesn't limit himself, he said dance is another language for him!

[@livxskz]

If you want to see more group dances, check out their choreos, like Easy, Domino, Grrr, Hellevator. I really enjoy your reactions. Thank you

[@Ms.Prince]

Love your reactions! I had to laugh about the backup dancers. I’m sure they’re good but it’s hard to know since I *never* watch them. Hyunjin does such amazing body rolls- super sexy and controlled. He has the spine of a snake, it’s so supple. 🥵 Edit: Have you seen the ballet dancer Polunin dance to Hozier? It’s incredible and Hyunjin seems to have adopted some moves (possibly) from Polunin in the Billie Eilish choreography. kzbin.info/www/bejne/gn_OgJt3p6eWmZo

[@Erika-yy8ry]

Hyunjin "Play with Fire"

[@Aushra12345]

3/4 the way through the video… wait there are background dancers😂 omg your killing me❤ That was hilarious… but same

[@elizabethwood5658]

Never has a mouse cursor been so sensual.😂😂😂

[@kari_skz_enha_nct_txt_atee2833]

The last song was Criminal by Taemin, you should really check out that song especially the performence of it, Taemin is actually called the Michal Jackson of Kpop so I'm sure you would love his dance

[@rg9991]

Now that you've seen his dance, time to check out his music! If you're into sexy R&B with rock-ish vibes then you're in for a treat! I'd recommend Ice.Cream, Taste, Love Untold and DLMLU for tracks written and produced by him

[@amberking691]

I recommend you look into the original choreography to Criminal By Taemin. You won't be disapointed. Love your videos and the cursor traces make me cackle!!

[@krissie8393]

If you're interested there's a behind the scenes for first dance it's on the studio choom channel. if you want to react to it I suggest do it on twitch as it will get taken down straight away on youtube 😁

[@vidiaparamaatmaseeker2130]

By the time you're done you'll be able to draw his face easily.

[@luneybby]

i just found your channel and i became obsessed with your personality and the way you break down music !! i can't wait to see your next video

[@elizabethwood5658]

2:23 I LOVE this AOTM and the one for Wooyoung from ATEEZ. That's another group you should check out if you like Stray Kids. They're pretty good friends and have a similar sound.

[@elizabethataranto]

Criminal is an amazing song and he danced to it beautifully. BTW, the original performance by Taemin is a must watch, but my personal favorite choreography is Drip Drop kzbin.info/www/bejne/hauWnqBpqbV-nMk His moves are addictive, and you'll see he has some similar moves to Hyunjin, but not the same. (I'm not a dancer in any way, but these men...)

[@simply_.tsukki7952]

OMG I see u are also obsessed with his hip movements. BECAUSE OF THAT, you should totally react to his psycho performance fancam!! That’s his most viewed fancam

[@Tristana.Keauna]

As a BLINK; circa 2020 (Blackpink is what got me into Kpop) and then later a "Neverland" ((G)-IDLE) fan)".... it was Hyunjin and his dancing that made me explore more into SKZ. They were the first 'boy group' I've stanned, and have been stanning them hardcore for like 6 months.. long enough that like 3 months ago, I bought their concert tickets (it'll be my first kpop concert). like ALL.OF.THEM. just hit so different!!! I would like, someday, to backtrack and go through BTS (where you come from). i've watched all of the 'rise of bangtan' vids, sadly, no longer available, but don't really have -a list- to start me out on... so if you, or anyone, can help me out that'd be great!!

[@Boraheartsss]

I always recommend new fans to start with the BU (Bangtan Universe). It starts with there HYYH trilogy, which was the first time they changed their look and theme from the "bad boy school trilogy" from their debut days. It goes more deeper into meaningful lyrics and messages; so it would be: I Need U (original ver.) Butterfly Onstage : Prologue Run Wings short films (1-7) (after watching these listen to the singles that go with the videos, they are all written by the members who sing them and relate both to the story and their real life) Blood Sweat & Tears Euphoria Fake Love IMO HYYH and Wings were their best works. Then you have the Louve Yourself trilogy (record breaking series) and Map of the Soul albums (when they gained global success). I start before then because I think the story before their fame is more important than their hit and trendy songs :) EDIT: the things that happen in the BU are fictional and not related to their real lives, but the lyrics of the songs are written by the members or RM (the main songwriter) and do relate to their real lives and feelings!

[@Tristana.Keauna]

@@Boraheartsss Thank you for this!!! Also, can I just take a moment to laugh/enjoy that on this reaction you were like "I'm not going to pause everytime Hyunjin makes a face" and then you proceeded to pause like .03 seconds later haha. I think you and I both just love and appreciate TALENT

[@Boraheartsss]

Listen you didn’t have to point that out 😭😭😭😭😭😭

[@hallo7750]

yess new video im always so hyped whenever i see the notification 🙌🏻 ps love ur twitch streams its very fun:)

[@Boraheartsss]

Glad you enjoy it!

[@aprilcoe9266]

I have been waiting for this video!!

[@ruhainadumato2823]

The heat rised up,thank you for your reaction ❤️