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MONSTA X's story about their 'first'.
Check out "The First Time" interview for honest stories from MONSTA X!
몬스타엑스가 들려주는 그들의 '처음'에 대한 이야기.
The First Time 인터뷰를 통해 몬스타엑스의 솔직한 이야기를 확인하세요!
몬스타엑스의 더 많은 이야기가 담긴 롤링스톤 코리아 2호는 온/오프라인 서점과 자사몰에서 구매 가능합니다.
▶️ Time Stamp
​00:00 Intro
00:11 첫 1위 (The First Time you topped a music show)
00:48 첫 팬미팅&콘서트 (The First Time fan meeting and concert)
01:51 첫 월드투어 (The First Time World tour)
04:53 첫 미국 음원 발매 (The First Time U.S. music release)
05:32 처음 만든 곡 (The First Time song you made)
08:40 처음 혼자 무대 했을 때 (The First Time being on stage alone)
11:16 롤링스톤과의 첫 만남 (The First Time meeting with Rolling Stone Korea)
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Video production by M.e [ Movie Parking + e.L.e ] #엠이
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[@El-dv2re]

Save Changkyun from having to ever talk about No.Mercy again

[@alimabaji176]

Now that I see how hurt and painful was for I.M that he wants to erase the memories of no mercy from his life.

[@annabb3730]

i can't imagine

[@brenda_vice]

😭

[@june6458]

yeah, i think it was very traumatic experience for him that his body and soul doesn't even want to remember anything from it. it was that bad. even though i became monbebe and i know history about no mercy, but i never watched it for once. i feel so scared to see them hurting and having those desperation. i can't watch it

[@ch1chey]

It's just black and white but their own beauty stands out well. The power they hold..

[@claraloona906]

I wanted to pat I.M and say "it's all fine now" when he said NO MERCY had no connection with him at all

[@annabb3730]

yes please 😭

[@mariatudoran1970]

He looks sad even before the no mercy question. Why, my baby?🥺

[@claraloona906]

@@mariatudoran1970 yeah, right! He looked so sad all interview long. I hope he's not going through a hard time..

[@mariatudoran1970]

@@claraloona906 I will fight whoever and whatever saddens him, I swear. It's even harder for introverted people like him to deal with heavy emotions. Hopefully his hyungs will cheer him up. Hwaiting!

[@snr9365]

I really love how stripped down this is. Black and white, not much editing, just them chatting. Their charm comes through in these calm settings just as much as more energetic moments.

[@marianne678]

I was being emotional because they were reminiscing then there comes Jooheon's TMI about them dancing through Nobody Else just their underwear hahaha

[@tiffanykim2773]

Yup

[@mbbsforever1507]

Why not top 1

[@emmasallwright8013]

Hearing Jooheon talk about how he produced the first two songs (one of them being "Blue Moon"), I can't help but be in awe of the hard work and determination. Makes me ashamed of myself to find so many excuses not to do something, but man, Jooheon recorded in a semi-basement, where everyone else can hear everything. He made it work. The work ethic of these seven men really is something else.

[@rheadsouza7498]

Monbebes we will have to give them their billboard top 5 again with the upcoming English album. Let's work harder

[@couchpotatoe9062]

We can try to aim higher. Fighting monbebe!

[@ashleyvillarroel5199]

LET'S GOO! MBB

[@baekhyunspelvis8459]

changkyun really hates No Mercy era. someone please hug him for me T-T

[@monek2531]

0:46 "I can't watch it again, it's too heartbreaking" T.T

[@annabb3730]

it's heartbreaking for me to hear that phrase too

[@Shareboo]

I know! Shownu rarely cries and it was the first time I’d ever seen him do it. Jooheon had to finish his thank you speech when they got award. My heart broke a lil too, more for happiness for their first win together. They’re all so talented and hard working! Love u Monsta X

[@hyungwonlove]

Stan multitalented king Chae Hyungwon. Idol,vocal,choreographer,composer,Lyricist,Producer,Actor, Dj,Model.

[@TheGodsRain]

You forgot to add, FINE AS H*LL, to your list!!!👀💣🔥🐢😜😘😍

[@03_amirahsyauqiz.57]

the way the whole video is in black and white is really a cherry on top

[@go5raebebemonstax748]

Changkyun really want to eliminate "no mercy" memories ..... Our precious maknae ... You were awesome And we're happy you could find your 6 brothers and we had the chance to meet you guys ... In person , being a monbebe is a treasure to me ! Thank you for being MONSTA X !

[@MarianaBargas]

I'm just crying, they're so humble and sensitive. Monsta X is a rare kind of international artists: grateful and dedicated to their fans. I'm a proud Monbebe loving them. Thanks guys for these memories. MONSTA X ONE OF A KIND

[@NaRa-sd9oq]

Someone please tell them that "first solo stage" could mean "first solo stage AFTER debut" ? We don't wanna put I.M. through NoMercy memories again...

[@barbarabee5734]

Exactly!

[@MonbebeSince]

The whole life of MONSTAX CAN be inspired and being inspired by many ppl out there.... like the things they shared really made me think how hard they worked to be in this position today

[@luviekk6556]

watching no mercy is what made me stan changkyun in the first place. I can't even imagine how hurtful and discouraging the situation must've been for him and the fact that he was able to rise above it all and come out on top makes me amazed. Always supporting him 💕

[@monbebe938]

This kind of interview gets me gosebups, seeing how they have walked so far, how hard they have worked and how much do they know and remember all those times.... thank you for this interview

[@AaayeeeeB]

Joohoney is so in touch with himself. It's so cool to see for a man, especially a Korean man.

[@Sophie_Woit]

This interview is so meaningful, brings back memories as also Fan/Monbebe, I am so thankful that Monsta X does the things they do, proud of them.

[@user-zh1wj1db3l]

처음부터 왜 이렇게 뭉클하게 만들어 ㅠㅠ 더 오래오래 함께 하자아앙! 우리가 평베베할거니까 너희들도 평몬엑해줄거지? 우리가 더 열심히 응원하고 사랑할게♡ 매순간 고마워♡ 더 많은 "처음", "첫" 영광을 안겨줄게♡

[@in5omnia492]

I think Changkyun's english is actually really good, especially when you take into consideration how different it must be from korean. And I hope Jooheon knows that he's an incredible rapper and artist! Hyungwon talking about how the members were there the first time he was a DJ was so heart-warming too! They're all amazing and I loved their honesty here💛

[@user-zh1wj1db3l]

우리 천재 작곡가들♡♡♡ 자랑스러워! 어쩜 이렇게 잘생기고 멋져..

[@user-dz4gd4up7m]

창균이가 노머시 자기 인생에서 없애달라고 하는 거 보면 아직까지도 그때를 많이 생각하나보다 ㅜㅜ 정말 여기까지 오느라 수고했고 영상에 있는 우리 주헌 형원 창균이랑 몬엑 전부 다 자랑스럽다

[@marianne678]

Monsta X went through A LOT and they deserve so much recognition. So much more than what they're getting right now.

[@supermikitus]

I cannot watch No Mercy and I wasn't even there... so I can only imagine how IM felt and feels about it. But what doesn't break you makes you stronger, MX wouldn't be the same without him. Very insightful and relaxed interview, I love it!

[@user-it9mk6cr1j]

몬스타엑스엔 만능 작곡돌이 무려 3명이나? 게다가 본업도 존잘이다? 미치는거야

[@belive483]

Joohoney it's fine if you're not the same person from the past. We can feel your passion from your mixtape. We can see your true colors. You're an amazing artist and beautiful soul.

[@user-ms2zb1pg2c]

나는 늦베베라 너희들의 처음을 모두 함께하지 못했지만.. 앞으로 많은 순간들을 같이 만들어 나가고 싶어 (⸝⸝ʚ̴̶̷̆ ̯ʚ̴̶̷̆⸝⸝) 사랑한다 몬스타엑스!❤️ 예쁘고 소중한 영상 만들어주신 롤링스톤코리아 고마워요!

[@WeneeBebe8]

Can we just talk about how talented Monsta X are? They always work hard for us and they make amazing songs. I'm so proud of them!

[@yookihyun8148]

They have grown up a lot. I’m not there since the day 1, but I’m so proud with the journey that they are going through until today. All the pain and hardness make them who they are today. Proud is an understatement i guess..

[@monstax444]

If you go back, you'll understand the real meaning of MONSTA X. They worked really hard to achieve their goals, they never gave up, they kept fighting for their dreams no matter what. And that's what makes us MONBEBE so proud, they're the dearest people in the world. Love you from the bottom of my heart

[@go5raebebemonstax748]

Jooheon you can't imagine how proud I am to be your fan ! You're a *TRUE LEGEND*

[@Sofia-fq5lz]

“seeing shownu cry made all of us cry” 🥺💔❤️

[@annasch7954]

I don't have the impression that Jooheon has been performing with "Yessir" has changed a lot. His music and stage presence are still outstanding. But it has increased in maturity and life experience. When I see him on stage now, I see an artist who knows exactly what he wants and how to achieve it. I'm proud of him.. Proud of them all

[@xsiyxh01]

This whole interview made me want to hug changkyun and tell him it’s okay he was clearly off and it was sad and worrying to see him like that hope he’s okay

[@deansbrando]

monek started with 2k people and now they’ve sold out more than 20k seats...... i’m so proud of them 🥺

[@iramusmaniramusman415]

Aiiiii hyungwon why u soooo beautiful my hero ❤️😍❤️❤️😏❤️

[@user-ry9io4wb5s]

그 모든 처음을 함께하진 못했지만 앞으로의 길을 계속 함께 걸어갈게 사랑해

[@sandrine6330]

I can't believe Jooheon wrote One Love and Blue Moon in high school - the TALENT! If you haven't listened to those, you need to! They're beautiful

[@ThePennyBlackYouTubeChannel]

Yass One Love is a beautiful song!

[@user-iv3nt5yp5h]

미치는거야 내가 여기 저기 나와주는 몬스타엑스 내가 진짜 미치는거야 본업도 잘해 얼굴도 잘해 몸도 잘해 그냥 못하는게 없는 우리 몬스타엑스.. 진짜 실력이 너무 좋아서 놀래버리는거야 다들 꼭 노래 들어주시고 무대 꼭 봐주세요

[@heyhoney626]

Their individuality and taste in music if combined creates a good album. I love how Hyungwon is slowly developing that confidence to write songs just like Jooheon and Changkyun. One day, I will see his name in KOMCA alongside with the MX maknaes.

[@comma7491]

이 조합 좀 신선한데 넘 잘어울림..

[@gaae-0305]

진짜 좋다...♡

[@mooyamooya3267]

본업 천재 작곡 천재 얼굴 천재 화보 천재 천재그룹 몬스타엑스

[@user-yg9rp2oc4p]

우리 천재 프듀라인!!! 정말 몬부심 우주뿌셩❤️형어나 어뜨케 그리 잘생긴거야~~ 귀티좔좔ㅠㅠㅠ내거할것도 아니면서 너무하네 징짜 ㅠㅠㅠ

[@adreamerontherun]

Hyungwon talking professionally about how they made Nobody Else Jooheon: FUN FACT, WE WORE NOTHING BUT UNDERWEAR 😉

[@BeludeGago]

Black and white can't overshadow so much beauty and overdose of talent

[@user-zh1wj1db3l]

Thank you for being MONSTA X~~ MONBEBEs will always be with you~~support you and love you always

[@helenalindfors7410]

Our multitalented king Hyungwon

[@numinimi]

Why did I feel like crying while watching this? Jooheon, like I.M and Hyungwon said, no! You were an amazing rapper and you still are an amazing rapper!! My guys have come so far, I'm happy for them 😭

[@churpinandchurpin]

Jooheon wrote two songs for mx in high school wow

[@장르여]

콘서트 가고 싶어... 폭우 루한루프에 빠지고 싶어.. 당신들이 기깔나게 뽑아둔 곡 다른 몬베베들이랑 목 터져라 불러재끼고 싶어..

[@ValeSoto]

Changkyun saying "remove NO MERCY from my life" kinda breaks my heart. But i'm also so proud of him, he has grown so much as an artist and i love all his work. I loved this interview, was very nostalgic

[@kudaliar4679]

Jooheon, you’re still the best! Even now!!

[@Julia-px9fj]

wow, this was a really great interview! i loved the questions that were asked. it was so interesting to hear them talk more in detail about their music and past experiences!!!! ❤️

[@ae_delle7394]

Jooheon's Yessir is just haunting 🤍 the passion he had when he was young was just crazy. Jooheon now has become a man, he grew up well🤍 and so do the rest of MX members. They F talented!

[@mysteriouslyca]

Great interviews are great conversations. - Joohoney, you are still a great rapper don't ever doubt that. - Imagining Hyungwon and Joohoney dancing around in their underwear and starting the creation of Nobody Else. So hilarious and I am glad his happy experience has uncovered his hidden songwriting skills. - So sad to hear that I.M is still traumatized by his No Mercy experience. It was a harsh introduction but the minute I.M started rapping, I can see why they did it. You are loved and adored. I cannot see Monsta X without you.

[@joobaby4460]

While i was watching the interview i was thinking about how raw, sincere and passionate these guys are . I wish them the best in their career cuz they truly are hardworking and talented

[@chiku2324]

Guys I've said this before but I literally blink and there's new Monsta X content lol I'm not complaining Edit: This was such an informative interview, I hope they can tour soon they seem to miss it..even though it's never where I live haha

[@RP-fe9nj]

The power of creativity, artistry, friendship and perseverance. We LOVE YOU Hyungwon, Joohoney and I.M

[@ithinkmonx5752]

Thank you Rolling Stone Korea for having our boys...it's such a pleasure interview...😎😎

[@hyungwonaaa4950]

Hyungwon is glowing

[@diorleeused2188]

I totally understand why Changkyun wanna erase No. Mercy memories, like, honestly it's not a really good memory. But from the other side, he being Monsta X through that program

[@hyungwonseyelids3148]

Right and also now he's their maknae on top, their little brother

[@criverasm_6645]

CHANGKYUN CALMATE QUE YA ME MATAAAAAS CADA VEZ MAS

[@aaa.a123]

우리 아가라인 ㅠㅠㅠㅠ 진짜 천재다! 자랑스럽다 우리 몬엑~~~ 늘 응원한다

[@amitatanksali7663]

These kind of videos make me feel so proud about being a Monbebe. They've come so far and they're so talented. They deserve all this success and more. ❣️

[@Sangah_is_the_Queen]

Honey's first performance in No Mercy was so strong and impactful I became a fan instantly, there was no questioning his stage presence, skills, talent, musical quotient and aura. He was BRILLIANT! Sorry, *HE IS BRILLIANT!*

[@user-bd9ru8jt9y]

This interview was able to emphasize both the struggle and success of Monsta X. Hearing their first win, first concert, first fan meeting and seeing how they've grown from 2000 seats of a local venue to selling out different international venues.... they've really come so far. Im so proud of them 💙

[@reginam2243]

This is one of those insightful interviews, better than ones asking for aegyo or whatever. Love it when interviews ask about their journey as an artist and their perception about things surrounding music.

[@jjooop6955]

창균이 인생에서 노머시 없애달라 하는거 너무 마음아파 .. 그래도 노머시를 통해 이렇게 멤버형들도, 팬들도 만날 수 있게 되었으니까 너무 그 기억에서 가라앉지 않았으면 좋겠어 🥺

[@redkimono3020]

Uwu, Hyungwon's smile... And their personality is just so strong... I love that they are just relaxed, speaking about the stages and enjoying remembering their "first musical time". Up for the black and white aesthetic !

[@couchpotatoe9062]

I love the tone of this interview. Even in black and white they bring such unique color. Big thanks to Rolling Stone Korea for featuring them ❤

[@starsofsummer]

i love the part where hyungwon emphasizes that work could get monotonous but working with friends makes it all worth it

[@chaexciii]

it's so comforting to watch them talk about these things, reminiscing through the old times makes me feel nostalgic ☹️🤍

[@user-zf1fx5tc7q]

As a foreign fan I was so glad when they made English album, that songs is really another genre

[@mon_wenee5766]

Huyngwon 💕 Jooheon 💕IM💕

[@jws4268]

2021 내가 가장 잘한 일 = 몬베베 6기

[@valentinalenti1140]

JOOHONEY U STILL GREAT KING!!!

[@yueImche]

진짜 ㅜㅜ 노머시 말 그대로 너무 자비가 없었지 창균이가 버틴것만해도 대견함 ㅜㅜ 멘탈 안 무너진게 다행 몬엑 사랑한다 ♥♥

[@kakakcakap4478]

thank you rolling stone korea for having them, also, this kind of interview get me a lil bit tearful as they talk about their hard work til now Hyungwon's song is beautiful Our honey, your rap became more n more attractive Our changkyun, you inspired us in many thing, proud of you uri baby Hope to see you guys soon, and I can't wait to see until what great achievement they will be getting more in the future Lets work hard together with them lovely MBB !

[@claratsui5139]

Joohoney is so sweet and sincere❤️❤️ You’re the best 🔥🔥🔥

[@chaechae7952]

i hope changkyun never have to talk about no mercy ever again. he really want to erase those memories from his life.

[@notagain.12456]

Joohoney's a rapper before but now he's an artist. He's always been amazing ✊

[@lost_romance]

뭔데 형원 흑백에서도 빛이 나지 다들 조곤조곤 분위기 미쳣다

[@thelilpig18]

no mercy was such a terrible time for a 19 year old teenager and changkyun had to go through all those stuff at such a young age but im just so proud of him that he can talk openly about how he wants to erase that part of his life away and openly acknowledge that it was the worst, without fearing any backlash or consequences - is testament that he made it. I feel that he THOUGHT that he needed to prove himself and his worth to the public because of how he ended up in mx (but we all know that it was NM that did him that injustice). Hence, instead of making noise from the outset since debut, in those years where could not open up about the struggles and pain he underwent during the program, he stayed silent and waited for success to be his noise. His statement here in this interview proves that it was all worth it and success, is his noise now it is also the reason why he is able to speak his truest feelings towards it. A producer, an integral member to his team, a soloist and the many more hats he wears.

[@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.

[@nelly2084]

Monsta X is the best group

[@katherinebendanatellez9863]

Monsta X Best Group ;)

[@kathybendana4707]

Monsta X Best Group!! Disfrute mucho esta entrevista...

[@nayelimilan9169]

Monsta X Best Group, se te tenia que decir y se dijo!!

[@juvi_pri7138]

Monsta X best group♡

[@exsoba_ramen]

When they're asked all these questions about their past and the beginning of Monsta X, I can see in their faces it's bitter sweet. They were OT7 back then and reminiscing about all 7 brothers being together going through good/bad times. It breaks my heart too IM, it's hard to watch. I respect, support, love and will forever fight for Monsta X OT7 = Eternal brothers!

[@ToniaV]

This interview is so emotional. The fact that it's monochrome makes it better. It has been almost 2 years since I became a monbebe and I'm really glad that I found Monsta X. These men just give me positive vibes. Always inspire me to be a better person. I'm so proud of myself for stanning them. 💜💜

[@user-gi2fh7hy7j]

자랑스러워 내 가수들 ♡♡

[@sunsetevenings1020]

when the question "when you produced for the first time" reminded me how all three are genius producers for their groups heh. they're out here so gorgeous in black and white. i.m is fascinating, he's simultaneously very honest but also very reserved

[@user-vr9xw7yk8s]

Hyungwon looks so beautiful 😭😭

[@user-fm3xt1nf2i]

내가진짜사랑한다...

[@Bookwitch_editor]

No more no mercy 😂😂😂😂Do not ask about it plz🙏🙏🙏

[@ae_delle7394]

Rolling stone korea filmed (i feel like) the most legendary interview here with MONSTA X. The kind of sit down interview that me as a monbebe value and like to listen from MONSTA X. The vibe, the stories are compact and impactful. Love it! Well done MONSTA X and Rolling Stones.

[@iramusmaniramusman415]

Cute baby I love you hyungwon

[@sentou2353]

The atmosphere & mood of this interview is so calming especially with black and white filter, giving off that 90s vibes fitting with the name "Rolling Stones".. and their voices is like ASMR😂

[@CopperPudding]

ahhh what an intimate and insightful interview.... thank you rolling stone korea!!

[@cea9008]

Hyungwon is multitalented indeed!!♡

[@heartofgom3490]

can you imagine being able to make a lot of songs and NONE of them are bad? ask these three, they know how it feels really well.