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Q. TVXQ’s last concert took place a little while ago. It’ll be two more years until you can get back on the concert stage again. You’ve performed countless songs on stage, but which moment do you think you’ll miss the most? For instance, when you are in the midst of ranger training or CBR training at the army-the fondest memory that’ll cross your mind in your toughest times.

A. I think I’ll miss the stage itself rather than a particular moment. I always express my emotions on stage, be it through laughing or crying. Well, the audience probably didn’t see me cry all that much, because I cry backstage a lot. If during my ranger or CBR training that moment(on stage) should pop into my mind, I will accept that proudly as a soldier. I think I’ll miss it when I see my sunbaes or hoobaes perform on TV.

Q. Artists tend to tear up at their last concerts, but you looked quite composed. What were you thinking at that moment on stage?

A. Actually, I was secretly worried that I might cry. I felt a lump form in my throat about twice while I was singing. I wanted to tell my fans that ‘there’s going to be a next time.’ I had the feeling that if I cried at my (last) concert before enlisting, it would be as if my life as a singer was coming to an end. That kind of sentiment was something that I myself could not put up with. Also, since it was a concert in Korea, I wanted to show fans a smiling face as much as I could. I cried a lot in the dressing room after the concert. But still, I realized once again that I’m a very happy kid, and that I’ve been loved a lot. During the whole concert, I wanted to give my all till the very end, and only thought about enjoying the moment more. Continue reading →