NOW – Fin.K.L(핑클)
🎶 Introduction
After H.O.T’s Candy introduced the world to the vibrant energy of 90s K-pop boy groups, girl groups also began to shine. Among them, Fin.K.L (핑클) became one of the most beloved acts of the era. Their 2000 hit song “Now” captured both youthful charm and emotional depth, marking a turning point for K-pop’s first-generation girl idols.
🌟 Artist & Song Background
Fin.K.L debuted in 1998 under DSP Entertainment, quickly becoming rivals to SM Entertainment’s S.E.S. While S.E.S. had a more elegant and trendy image, Fin.K.L was known for their warm, approachable style.
The song “Now” was released in 2000 and instantly became a mega-hit. Its catchy hook and heartfelt lyrics made it one of the defining girl group anthems of the early 2000s.
📖 M/V & Lyrics
| Came in to my life ye Make me fly again ye 늘 바래왔던 상상처럼 Always be with you ye Are the one for me ye 내게 눈이 먼 것처럼 날 보는 시선을 느낄 수 있어 그대로 다가와 Call me 조금씩 내 안에 빠져 들어와 널 내게 맡겨봐 Kiss me 그냥 보낼 순 없어 나 그려왔던 너를 놓칠 순 없어 내 가슴 파고드는 그 눈빛 속에 나 살고 싶어 Don’t say goodbye I know you miss me I’m crazy now 뜨거운 너의 품에 쉴 수 있게 꿈꿔왔던 satisfaction 모든 내 사랑을 다 주고 싶은 나 Came in to my life ye Make me fly again ye 늘 바래왔던 상상처럼 Always be with you ye Are the one for me ye 내게 눈이 먼 것처럼 첫눈에 모든 걸 다 사로잡았던 환상적인 시선 Show me 불 꺼진 내 맘을 다 채워주었던 완벽한 니 모습 Tell me 내가 느끼는 만큼 너 똑같다면 나를 피하지는 마 더 후횐 없는 거야 그 체온 속에 날 데려가 줘 Don’t say goodbye I know you miss me I’m crazy now 뜨거운 너의 품에 쉴 수 있게 꿈꿔왔던 satisfaction 모든 내 사랑을 다 주고 싶은 나 I can’t live without you 나는 기다려 운명의 끈에 걸린 너만을 영원히 I know you miss me I’m crazy now 뜨거운 너의 품에 쉴 수 있게 꿈꿔왔던 satisfaction 모든 내 사랑을 다 주고 싶은 나 Came in to my life ye Make me fly again ye 늘 바래왔던 상상처럼 Always be with you ye Are the one for me ye 내게 눈이 먼 것처럼 | Came into my life, yeah Make me fly again, yeah Just like the dream I’ve always imagined Always be with you, yeah Are the one for me, yeah As if I’ve gone blind to everything but you I can feel your eyes looking at me Come closer, just as you are Call me Little by little, fall into me Trust yourself to me Kiss me I can’t just let you go I can’t lose the one I’ve been dreaming of That gaze piercing into my heart That’s where I want to live Don’t say goodbye I know you miss me I’m crazy now So I can rest in your burning arms The satisfaction I’ve been dreaming of I want to give you All of my love Came into my life, yeah Make me fly again, yeah Just like the dream I’ve always imagined Always be with you, yeah Are the one for me, yeah As if I’ve gone blind to everything but you At first sight, you captured everything With that fantastic gaze Show me You filled the darkness of my heart With your perfect image Tell me If you feel the same as I do Then don’t avoid me There will be no regrets Take me into your warmth Don’t say goodbye I know you miss me I’m crazy now So I can rest in your burning arms The satisfaction I’ve been dreaming of I want to give you all of my love I can’t live without you I will wait Forever only for you Tied by the string of destiny I know you miss me I’m crazy now So I can rest in your burning arms The satisfaction I’ve been dreaming of I want to give you all of my love Came into my life, yeah Make me fly again, yeah Just like the dream I’ve always imagined Always be with you, yeah Are the one for me, yeah As if I’ve gone blind to everything but you |
The lyrics speak of devotion and determination, emotions that resonated with teenagers of the time.
🌍 Why It Matters
Now represented more than just another pop song. It marked the moment when K-pop girl groups proved their cultural power.
- Fin.K.L’s performances combined powerful choreography with emotional storytelling.
- The song’s message of love and sacrifice struck a chord with young listeners.
- Now is still remembered as one of the greatest K-pop girl group songs of the 2000s.
🎤 Fun Facts
- The song’s choreography, including the memorable “point dance,” became iconic among fans.
- Fin.K.L members later pursued successful solo careers, with Lee Hyori becoming one of Korea’s biggest entertainment stars.
- Even today, Now is often referenced in Korean variety shows and covered by younger idols.
With Now, Fin.K.L cemented their place as one of the leading girl groups of the first K-pop generation. The song stands as a reminder of how 2000s K-pop shaped the culture and industry that we see today.
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