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[@jooyuyu]

"If you don't give up and keep working on your own thing, doors will open for you." - Joohoney, 2021. YES!!! I will not give up on you honey!!! To make MONSTA X proud!!!

[@kimsaeron9498]

Same here! I want them to be happy. If they smile I'm also happy!

[@jooyuyu]

Seriously.... Personally, I definitely won't survive without Monsta X... Their music, their words, their messages, their shows...motivates me to do better in lives. MONSTA X indeed is ONE OF A KIND!!

[@joobaby4460]

He motivates me so much omg

[@ebg8062]

Please swing by GAMBLER MV to show your support for this great masterpiece

[@ebg8062]

Fighting for you until the end. LOVE YOU MONSTA X AND THANK YOU FOR ALL THAT YOU GIVE US

[@vers4322]

So proud watching hyungwon honestly saying that he writing everything in korean and translated to english. He really mean it when he wanna write a good song and the result is insanely good. That the man monbebe need.

[@annabb3730]

"I wrote the lyrics as if I was writing a letter" Hyungwon I swear, you are the cutest kindest nicest softest human being out here. Monbebe loves you

[@annabb3730]

Mad respect to Hyungwon for writing a song in full English, knowing his ability to speak English is not that fluent. And I guess it's a fun and nice experience as well.

[@cooldown8394]

I remember "I never thought of it" meme. it's hilarious haha

[@yoursforever5871]

"If you don't give up, and keep trying while having fun and do your own thing, something good like this will happen." - JOOHONEY 🐝🔥

[@MM-pz2mt]

Jooheon is truly an angel! He has such a caring and selfless personality I really respect him a lot for that.

[@ifavjooe]

our king rapper and visual of kpop 😼✨

[@MM-pz2mt]

The Best!❤️

[@AliciaM]

8:45 - Jooheon is indeed Manager of Mental Care. He is such a comfort to Monbebe and we are lucky to have someone like him cheering us on

[@lesliefox7282]

I just love it when Joohoney wears oversized jackets. I also enjoyed his message to Monbebe about continuing to work hard and have fun.

[@allisson1704]

Monsta X thinks a lot about their fans. The words towards monbebe are so caring and warm. Can't wait to see their bright future. One Of A Kind was really different from the others albums. MONSTA X IS ALWAYS AMAZING!

[@ZoeliA]

Indeed a full English album for international fans, lot of songs, the flavors of love MV, demonstrate affection in music shows. No precedents. Monbebe is a serious pampered fandom.

[@TheCheekyChee]

The amount of effort they put into the album that they are constantly be in the studio making music, it really shows in the product. Jooheon, the messages that you wanted to convey are well-received. Hyungwon, thank you for doing something in the best way possible despite it not being in your native language. Changkyun, we love all sides of you that you show to us. We love youuuuu~

[@jhunnieentertainment]

They’re monsta x’s producer line 🙌🏻

[@dbskxarashi]

Not only do they look good, they're also so inspirational

[@anubrhm9935]

Joohoney you deserves all the respect in the world man. You're words are an inspiration for every upcoming artist and idols. Joohoney you're truely one of a kind. Always stay the way you are. I am really Proud of you . Monbebe😇here

[@jkc9957]

What is one of a kind from a fans perspective? For me, it was a needed break from common. A breath of fresh air from a heavily populated industry. A needed change from mainstream. It is the unique character you long for in a story.

[@Shareboo]

BAKSU to your comment!

[@monbebe350]

❤Lovely

[@finaaiden2152]

I just realized that they are the maknae line including hyungwon 😂😂😂 And they look good 😍

[@박율무-u2n]

세상 웃긴 그룹인데 본업할때 각자 프라이드를 가지고 임하는 자세에 내가 정말 미치는 거야

[@tazkiawidyaputri7515]

Talent, class, sexy... that’s MX!

[@wonhobunny132]

I love how Jooheon’s voice is so sharp when he raps but when he talks it’s sweet like honey ㅠㅠ

[@monday60k]

우리 천재 작곡가들 형워니 주허니 창규니 미모에 눈이 부신다..어쩜 이리 얼굴도 마음도 다 잘 생기고 아름다울까

[@귤-r6r]

와 형원님은 래퍼 아닌데도 작곡을 하는거에요....? 미춌다..

[@monday60k]

@@귤-r6r 네~~아주 잘 써요~~ 형워니가 작곡한 nobody else, secrets 들어봐주세요, 그리고 작사한 BEBE도요

[@monday60k]

@@귤-r6r 혹시 아직 몬베베가 아니시면 우리 몬엑 타이틀곡들은 물론, 수록곡들 그리고 all about luv 앨범 꼭 들어주세요~~ 또 몬스타엑스레이 시즌1-3 중 아무거나 보시면 바로 입덕하실거에요 ㅋㅋ 몬엑하면 삶이 달라져요~~ 더 늦기 전에 빨리 몬엑하세요 ㅎㅎㅎ

[@귤-r6r]

@@monday60k 저 그제 입덕했어요 ㅠㅠㅠㅠㅠㅠㅠㅠㅠㅠㅠㅠㅠ땡깡님이랑 겜블러 안무 췄던 영상보고 엥 헐??? 해서 영상 역주행 시작 ㅠㅠㅠㅠㅠㅠㅠㅠㅠㅠㅠㅠㅠㅠㅠㅠㅠㅠㅠㅠㅠㅠㅠㅠㅠ근데 입덕 다음날이 막방이었더라구요 퓨ㅠㅠㅠㅠㅠㅠㅠㅠㅠ원래 활동을 짧게만 하시나요? 인터뷰 보니까 노래 되게 자주 낸다고는 하시던데ㅠㅠㅠㅠㅠㅠㅠ

[@귤-r6r]

@@monday60k 여러곡 다 들어보고있는데 겜블러랑 마이셀프 너무 좋더라구요 ㅠㅠ 엉엉 ㅠㅠㅠㅠ 힝구 ㅠㅠㅠ 팬분들이 영상 워낙 많이 올려주셔서 행복해요 ㅠㅠㅠㅠㅠㅠ

[@mysteriouslyca]

After a long ass question about songwriting process, Joohoney says: "Just listen to the songs rather than listening to us explain them.". Mic drop.

[@jhunnieentertainment]

It’s a high quality interview, Tq rolling stone

[@In-it8xi]

The multi-talented artists/producers/loveliest maknaes!! I'm so proud of Hyungwon, Jooheon and Changkyun and happy for the recognition and appreciation that they're getting~!!

[@helenalindfors7410]

Changkyun literally OPEN HIS PACKS

[@Tanya.2007]

And bangs our hearts

[@khgirl8588]

girl wtf does that mean

[@Tanya.2007]

@@khgirl8588 he always surprises us and steals monbebe's hearts

[@funnyso8370]

8:47 minhyuk said right jooheon is indeed the mental well-being manager of their group...💙

[@thelilpig18]

The power Monsta X's maknae line holds. Since the start, MX has always been active musically, not just in an idol sense. When they first debuted, it is understandable that they are not given as much freedom to develop or show their more musical/producer sides but it has always been a mainstay and characteristic of MX (idk about you but it seemed as though they would eventually reach that stage and I believe that they have reached it after 7 years of hard work 😭) - even if doesn't show as much in their earlier years. In recent years, they seem to have broken out of that idol "frame" and "label" and became a powerhouse in kpop and even in the international market, with their distinct style. It's not a style that boxes/limits them but it's a distinct flavour that's weaved into their albums and songs that differentiates them even if they are doing different concepts, especially the ones composed and produced by the members. They may have started out as idols but the monsta x I see right now, is a music team, not just an idol group. They're, especially the maknae line, so talented and they slowly, quietly behind the scenes, worked their way up to having an album that is 90% produced, composed and written by the three of them. It's not sheer luck that they got to where they are today but through pure hard work and tenacity.

[@꽃을]

Hyungwon composing songs for other teams.... hHFFHakahagGFDafaghH

[@이연재-u5x]

시험 공부하다가 봤는데 채형언 저 얼굴 크기에 눈코입 다 들어간다는게 생물학적으로 말이 안돼서 생물은 떨궈야겠어

[@IMPao981]

Por qué nadie habla de lo talentoso que es Changkyun? Para mí es uno de los idols más completo y talentoso de la industria musical, lo tiene todo, es un grandioso escritor, compositor, productor, rapero, vocalista, modelo, actor, bailarín, etc. Hace de todo! Además de ser uno de los más inteligentes de ahí, su mente es poderosa!

[@천상의형원]

천재프듀라인의 진지한 음악얘기 정말 너무 자랑스럽고 멋졍😍 근데 난 사실 아직도 저 천사같은 얼굴에 갓벽한 피지컬을 가진 애가 하다하다 작곡작사편곡까지 한다는것이... 참나... 너무한거 아니냐구 ... 신의몰빵이란 바로 형원이를 두고 하는 말인 듯 😭😍❤️

[@jws4268]

애두라, 정말 진지한 모습 너무나 보기좋다. 우리 오래보쟈

[@mx_domination5501]

The maknae line who participated a lot in their albums in terms of lyrics, composing, arranging etc.

[@cloudeedays]

Can I just say I really love how Jeff conducts the interview! He was so lovely and engaging and made the interview so comfortable for everyone!

[@emmasallwright8013]

"I hope that when fans think about this album in the future, they would love it and get good vibes..." See, this is another treat to Monbebe, especially Monbebe who've been around for many years. Getting to witness how Monsta X has evolved sonically and matured in their composition and in many other aspects...I can't help but be grateful that all their relentless hard work has gotten them to this point where they're comfortable about what they produce (the fact that they are able to make songs they like too) and not be so solely focused on bagging number ones. I mean, everything new we're getting from Monsta X are still top-tier, and I don't think that's changing anytime soon.

[@honeyhoney22]

보면볼수록 생각도 깊고, 노력하고 뭐든지 최선을 다하는 그 모습에 빠져드네요 ㅠㅠ 내면도 외면도 너무 아름답다 ㅠㅠ

[@solvesoul727]

It’s been 6 years since Jooheon is giving us precious life’s lessons, this boy is the reason why I started to like Monsta x and listen to kpop even if for 28 years I only listened punk and the good old 90’s hip hop. Maybe it’s the fact that we have the same personality or maybe it’s more but Jooheon became very precious to me, you deserve the recognition ( and more ) you’re getting from this album. I’ll bet on you! Let’s go king!

[@mxwhrollercoaster94]

MONSTA X BEST GROUP!!! Que orgullo que Monsta X tenga una entrevista para esta revista tan importante, monbebe compartamos y demos like al video.

[@Nunulita1111]

Monsta x Best Group *-* Ever!

[@nelly2084]

Mis Monsta X son lo de best

[@katherinebendanatellez9863]

MONSTA X BEST GROUP!!!

[@kathybendana4707]

MONSTA X BEST GROUP

[@nayelimilanescobar3641]

Monsta X best Group!!

[@ihatesocialmediabutlovemon4278]

The wholesome message from Joohoney

[@reekun7936]

Hottest maknae line ❤️🔥

[@JCyyv2]

Really loved Jeff Benjamin's questions, got to hear so much from our MONSTA X producer-line

[@mabel4112]

Thank you Jooheon, thank you Changkyun, and thank you Hyungwon for creating art. I love all the songs you have composed.

[@arora8280]

Hyungwon Hyungwon look so good

[@감성베베]

이제 회사가 원하는 컨셉이나 음악을 할 시기는 지난거 같아요.. 멤버들 모두 음악적 열정도 역량도 뛰어나니 하고 싶은 음악 그대로 하길...이번 곡 정말정말 역대급으로 좋고 무엇보다 각 파트별로 멤버들이랑 찰떡이예여..역시 직접 만든 곡이 몬스타엑스를 더더더더더 잘 표현하는거 같아요... 아티스트로서의 성장이 대견하고 더욱 기대됩니다!!

[@joha8964]

주허니가 말한 힘들더라도 자기 꺼 항상 가꾸고 열심히 하다보면 좋은 일 꼭 올꺼라는 메시지… 너무 감동적이다 ㅠㅠ !!! 앨범도 너무 좋지만 전하는 메시지랑 마인드가 항상 너무 멋져 💖

[@1555milena]

As a multistan,monsta x is in my opinion the only group that ALWAYS brings up their fans in any situation possible. They not only thank us and say they love us in award shows or when they have won prizes, but literally just every day!

[@ceddc8674]

First, I want to say that they look so gorgeus in those outfits. Second, the reason why I became Monbebe was because Monsta x always shows the great love they have for their fans, and despite everything they are always there for us. I love them.

[@cooldown8394]

Hyungwon is iconic doll I swear. Sorry ladys but he's the most beautiful man)

[@green7023]

Hyungwon achieved what he wanted with "BEBE". When i first heard it, i couldn't understand the lyrics (besides the english parts) you inmediately understand that he knows what we monbebe like, what we like to see from every member, the melody and the song it's beautiful itself and you can see he put a lot of thought into it so we could receive the message he wanted to say to us💜💜

[@neomumolla9810]

im just so happy and proud that hyungwon is already included in the monek producer line 😭

[@Sofi-xl1uh]

El entrevistador es tan bueno, con Wonho tambien demostro que se preocupa por investigar y hacer preguntas adecuadas

[@mxsarangpls3305]

I like this interview. It's really calm and there are clear exchanges of ideas.

[@livehappily5446]

Love it when Jeff interviews them and actively supports Monsta X. These are the questions U.S interviewers should ask them more.

[@imdemonic2393]

Yes, about music !! ;)

[@silvermoonbaby5622]

I felt different. MX's body language seem like they want to leave.

[@efhjjfdth]

Yes! You can tell Jeff genuinely enjoys Monsta X's music so I really loved this interview. You can also tell the members really appreciate the opportunity to talk about their artistry rather than asking what their favorite American food or city is.

[@efhjjfdth]

@@silvermoonbaby5622 They seem a bit tired from promoting all day, but their body language is definitely not saying they want to leave. If they wanted to go they would be giving Jeff yes and no answers, they wouldn't be taking the time to explain their writing process in depth like they are here. Stop thinking idols are bored or depressed just because they aren't dancing around doing aegyo like you think they should.

[@silvermoonbaby5622]

@@efhjjfdth I guess you didn't read the article Jeff wrote about them right before they came back with Gambler

[@danys5018]

Las preguntas fueron realmente buenas. Amo el talento que tiene Jooheon, Hyungwon, I.M, todo Monsta X! Cada vez están siendo más reconocidos y estoy sumamente orgullosa de ellos. Los amo demasiado

[@Monji_Rg]

진짜 다시 깨달았다,, 세상 모든 멋짐들을 오빠들이 다 가져갔구나,,🖤

[@mesmil5082]

Hyungwon writing song in Korean first and then English, the dedication and love he have for fans is amazing

[@karinacruz8261]

HYUNGWON es un muñequito Ufff con el traje de IM se ve lindo Mi niño precioso Joo esta divino y necesito una chamarra justo como esa ..

[@zerozero5244]

Hyungwon we are proud of you

[@fariplet]

Jooheon is a ball of warmth and light ☺️

[@jeijei16]

Jooheon you're my motivation right now, I really appreciate your words, thank u❤️😿

[@monbebeme6835]

Wait Wonnie is writing songs for himself 😲, for Monsta x and other teams...???!😮

[@silvermoonbaby5622]

Is it just me or is this the only US interview where MX can't wait for it to be over? Seriously feeling secondhand embarrassment for the interviewer.

[@rockgirl8581]

Yep, his questions were good but it's obvious they hold a grudge about the article he wrote.

[@gnvtwhp1218]

MX✌❤👍 I tried out a bunch of other male kpop music artist but MX is the one I stuck with. Trust me when I say MX is really really good. I've been a kpop since the late 1990s. I compared monsta x to the Shinhwa. And Monsta X is the 2020 version of Shinhwa. I'm a old school kpop fan and Shinhwa were the top back then. How many kpop groups can say they released 3 kickass albums in a span of about a year. All about luv. All english love song album. Fatal Love. Energy and passion songs. Go with high energy tracks like Love Killa and Thriller to soft vocals with Nobody Else and Sorry I'm not Sorry. One of a kind. A R&B style album. Rotate and Addicted, these tracks are like Craig David songs from the early 2000's. These guys, Monsta X, are REALLY GOOD. They have a good blend of Energy And passion to their music. MX✌❤👍

[@meiasantillan7979]

u forgot Fantasia

[@gnvtwhp1218]

@@meiasantillan7979 That's really good too. Fantasia still has vibes from the clan era albums. Fatal Love, it felt like MX graduated and then followed it up it up with one of a kind. But I have those 3 albums, to me, I made KZbin Playlist for. And I usually don't like making Playlist. Those 3 are different styles and pace of music.

[@meiasantillan7979]

@@gnvtwhp1218 oh.. i thought u forgt that mini album.. but yeah.. MX are a different group. I myself don't usually stan and stay for a dance/sing group coz I'm more of a 'band' type of person... but 6 months later and i am still into them.

[@gnvtwhp1218]

@@meiasantillan7979 I'm an old school kpop fan from the late 1990s. It's really hard to keep my interest for kpop music. But MX is the only one I try to listen to daily. Their entire discography is really good. Different styles and pace of music. You can say I waited almost two decades for this. I'm an "album" guy. I like to listen to entire albums of music artists I like. I don't like spamming one popular music. Anyone can have "hit" song but it's really the rest of the body of work of music I want to check out.

[@ritumahajan180]

you are always number one joohoney...you have made the best title track that could ever be and your music is always the best!

[@laurastephanymorapalencia3600]

Awww thank you RollingStone Korea for having them and Jeff who is so kind with them, the photoshoot was incredible too! ❤

[@YerelingNohemiRuizCruz]

Amo la Dualidad de Jooheon, alguien que puede ser Dulce, Fuerte y que lo refleja n en todas sus canciones. Realmente Monsta X es un grupo que nos da infinitas emociones en cada producción. Monbebe Amará todo lo que hagan. Estoy totalmente segura. Me encanta las entrevistas que realizan a Monsta X, sobre todo que aprecien el ARTE que son como grupo y persona.

[@rockyg573]

Honey thank you for those words!! Im so inspired by your hard work and determination! The most talented Kpop artist 🙌

[@camilarosas2825]

Jeff, hiciste bien en preguntarle directamente a Hyungwon, sino hubiera estado calladito durante toda la entrevista. xD

[@eazaellx7453]

항상 콘텐츠를 제공 해주신 몬스타 엑스 감사합니다! 하지만 너도 좀 쉬어야 해 ... Deal? ;) 항상 사랑해 !!

[@cpollomoran4]

I👏ONLY👏STAN👏ROYALTY👏 Monsta X = King Behavior

[@sentou2353]

It's okay Monsta X, everyone is getting used to the situation rn especially when we can't meet each other face-to-face. You're not alone! Honestly this also feels like international fans only being able to watch Monsta X only through screens😆

[@rheadsouza7498]

PLEASE KEEP WATCHING THEIR INTERVIEWS AND STAGES BETWEEN THE MV

[@negin506]

HONEY WE LOVE EVERYTHING YOU MAKE

[@yeonbeom]

oh the light that hyungwon posted on insta was from this interview ooo

[@oxana3736]

Main creators of the album!~ One of a Kind is an amazing album with each individually fabulous tracks in it! Joohoney, I.M and Hyungwon wrote good lyrics and we saw great performances of Gambler! Hope many people will appreciate their hard work and enjoy the album! MX one love

[@sukiestelle6120]

Look at how Honey is proud when Hyungwon talks omg he is such an angel

[@TheRosesofDoom]

Jooheon is so inspirational man. I have been having such a hard time ever since the pandemic hit the U.S and I honestly feel like giving up on so many things especially since my mental health has been declining. But the way Jooheon said that it takes hard work to get where you wanna be and although it might be a long and hard road you should never give up. So I will keep moving forward and take it one step at a time. Thank you Jooheon.

[@helenalindfors7410]

Our multitalented king Hyungwon

[@baekhyunspelvis8459]

maknae line with hyungwon are a fresh combination of genius producers, lyricists & composers. Loving their artsy-side & sensible answers

[@sentou2353]

One Of A Kind is definitely a masterpiece. Altho I am sad that it took 7 yrs for Starship to finally give the members a chance, I am still happy Jooheon gets to showcase his full potential in Gambler. And the members getting their own self-composed & self-produced songs into the album. In fact, this is defibitely their most successful korean album❤

[@NaRa-sd9oq]

I am so happy to witness their growth with every comeback. They are always outdoing themselves. So proud!

[@agape8910]

Why hyungwon always look like model ? I mean how ??!

[@210292S]

Its not about the no of fans, it's about how loyal amd respectful they are. Mbb and Mx friendship is a whole different level

[@bebekko_mon]

한국이 몬엑에게는 좁다 당장 백신맞고 월투가자 💕 아쉬워도 그게 더 행복할 것 같다 ❤️ 더 인정받고 훨훨 날아다니는 모습 그 모습 보는게 행복한 몬베베다

[@iramusmaniramusman415]

Hyungwon cute hero ❤️😍❤️😍😍

[@kpzzy]

I love hyungwon, joohoney and I.m vibe, they seem so mature and involved. Im loving this side of MX!

[@renharper9870]

As always, love their honesty and openness, and they always look so damn good!! Love you, Jooheon, Changkyun and Hyungwon!!

[@jaax5272]

Joohoney why is so beautiful 💓

[@nu1265]

the most handsome maknae line 💕

[@bluebutterly1815]

Heaven, Secrets and Rotate are literally my favorite songs. These guys only release BANGERS. GREAT JOB LADS!!!!!

[@eclecticline]

Thank you for your words Joohoney 🥺💜 they really help a lot

[@yiren8485]

Guess who's not getting her one of a kind album 🥺✋😭

[@yeonbeom]

count me in as well TT

[@monbebeme6835]

Why?

[@shownuuu7469]

Me :(( I have no money

[@curly_sunrise]

Me too, I'm too poor 😭😭

[@paniz7034]

They dont sell them in my country:( even if i ahd the money I still cant have it:(

[@adelled3839]

This is a heavy interview so the mood is serious and its more best for them to explain the creative process in detail in korean. I love it! Well done MONSTA X and Rolling Stones💗

[@zerozero5244]

Hyungwon 🔥🔥🔥

[@user-tr6qr6px7y]

몬엑 인터뷰는 언제봐도 마음이 와닿아서 더 좋아ㅠㅠ 의상도 너무 예쁘고 이번 사진 완전 기대중❤️

[@qissychuu]

Hyungwon my love i swear, you are the cutest kindest nicest softest human being out here. Monbebe loves you

[@희희-l6g1u]

진ㅉ차 이주헌 미친남자야 이남자야,,,,, 내가 운다울어 ,,🥲 +어깨가 이만해 대문짝만해 대문짝 하🤭

[@user-il2tt2xz5e]

Joohoney’s message at the end made my feel so much better

[@RP-fe9nj]

Omg gosh it is so nice to see them garnering attention and respect from the industry. They are monsters of music ... they could let someone else do the work. But they are artists who have grown into individuals while building bonds as a group. Monsta X is the example for the male kpop genre. Much respect from the U.S.

[@kpopkhiphopandkrnbenthusia1092]

is it just me or... did they look and sound very tired more than their usual interviews :(( monbebes hope yall are still resting well even despite busy scehdules. love you guys so much !!

[@puvaneswaryselvakumaran5587]

Monsta x is working very hard for the album promotion... Stan hardworking king's

[@ststst1122]

hyungwon is always lowkey quiet during these interviews, it was nice having questions directed at him so we cud fully hear his take too