Hands Up (album)

Hands Up is the second studio album by South Korean boy band, 2PM. The album was released in digital format on June 20, 2011 and the physical format on June 21, 2011 also the special limited edition on June 23, 2011. The Japanese edition of the album include a 24-page photobook.

Music Videos

A teaser for the music video of "Hands Up", the lead single of their album, was released in June 14, 2011 on the 2PM's official YouTube account. The full music video was released in June 20, 2011 along with the album.
They released a music video for "Hands Up (East4A Mix)" on July 14, 2011. They released 2 music videos for "Hot" and "Give It to Me" to promote the movie Blind. "Give It to Me" was written by Junho and released on July 19. "Hot" was written by Junsu (aka Jun. K) and was released on July 25, both on the 2PM's official YouTube account.

Hands Up
Studio album by 2PM
Released	June 20, 2011
Recorded	2010–2011
Genre	K-pop, R&B, hip hop, Electropop
Length	48:25
Label	JYP (South Korea) Ariola / Sony (Japan) EMI (Philippines) Warner Music (Indonesia)
Producer	J.Y. Park "The Asiansoul"
2PM chronology
All About 2PM (2011) Hands Up (2011) Republic of 2PM (2011)
Singles from Hands Up
"Don't Stop Can't Stop (Without U)" Released: April 19, 2010
Digital singles from Hands Up
"Hands Up" Released: June 20, 2011

Tracklisting

No.	Title	Lyrics	Music	Arrangements	Length
1.	"Hands Up"	J.Y. Park "The Asiansoul"	Brian Stanley, J.Y. Park "The Asiansoul"	J.Y. Park "The Asiansoul"	3:17
2.	"Electricity"	J.Y. Park "The Asiansoul"	J.Y. Park "The Asiansoul", Polow Da Don	J.Y. Park, Tommy Park	3:52
3.	"Give It To Me"	Lee JunHo	Lee JunHo, Hong Ji Sang	Lee JunHo	3:38
4.	"Like a Movie" (영화처럼)	Chance (Oneway)	Chance (Oneway)	Chance (Oneway)	4:20
5.	"Don't You Know" (모르니)	Hong Ji Sang	Hong Ji Sang	Hong Ji Sang	3:45
6.	"Hot"	Jun. K	Jun. K	Chance (Oneway)	3:30
7.	"Without U"	J.Y. Park "The Asiansoul"	J.Y. Park "The Asiansoul"	J.Y. Park, Tommy Park	3:20
8.	"I'll Be Back"	J.Y. Park "The Asiansoul"	Brian Stanley, J.Y. Park "The Asiansoul"	J.Y.P, Jo Joong-su "FAME-J", Shim Eun-ji	3:37
9.	"I Can't"	Ra.D	Ra.D	Ra.D	3:25
10.	"Hands Up" (East4A Mix)	J.Y. Park "The Asiansoul"	J.Y. Park "The Asiansoul"	Tommy Park	3:30
11.	"Electricity" (220v Mix)	J.Y. Park "The Asiansoul"	J.Y. Park "The Asiansoul"	East4A	4:06
12.	"Thank You"	J.Y. Park "The Asiansoul"	J.Y. Park "The Asiansoul"	Tommy Park	3:58
13.	"Don't Stop Can't Stop"	J.Y. Park "The Asiansoul"	J.Y. Park "The Asiansoul"	J.Y. Park "The Asiansoul", Tommy Park	4:08
Total length:					48:25

Don't Stop Can't Stop

Don't Stop Can't Stop is the third single by South Korean boy band, 2PM. The single was released in digital and physical format by April 19, 2010. "Without U" served as the lead single, which reached number one on several music charts.Though not as an official single announced, a music video for "목숨을 건다 (I Will Give You My Life)" was made.
 

"Don't Stop Can't Stop"
Single by 2PM
from the album Hands Up
A-side	"Without U"
B-side	"Don't Stop Can't Stop" "Maja" "I Will Give You My Life"
Released	April 19, 2010
Format	CD single, digital download
Recorded	2009—2010
Genre	K-pop, pop, R&B, hip hop, dance
Length	21:09
Label	JYP Entertainment
Producer	J.Y. Park "The Asiansoul"
2PM singles chronology
"2:00PM Time for Change" (2009) "Don't Stop Can't Stop" (2010) "Take Off" (2011)

Tracklisting

No.	Title	Lyrics	Music	Mixer	Length
1.	"Don't Stop Can't Stop"	J.Y. Park "The Asiansoul"	J.Y. Park "The Asiansoul", Tommy Park	Mun Ho Yun "Moonworker"	4:08
2.	"Without U"	J.Y. Park "The Asiansoul"	J.Y. Park "The Asiansoul", Tommy Park	Manny Marroquin, Christian Plata, Erik Madrid	3:20
3.	"Maja" (Korean: 마자)	Super Changddai	Super Changddai	Hong Seong Jun, Shim So Yeon	3:15
4.	"I Will Give You My Life" (Korean: 목숨을 건다)	Super Changddai	Super Changddai	Yang Gwang Ho, Kwon Hae Hun	3:08
5.	"Without U" (Explorer Mix)	J.Y. Park "The Asiansoul"	Moonworker, Tommy Park, J.Y. Park "The Asiansoul"	Moonworker, Tommy Park, J.Y. Park "The Asiansoul"	4:00
6.	"Space Maja" (Korean: Space 마자)	Super Changddai	Super Changddai	Yoon Wong Won, Choi Ja Uk	3:18
Total length:					21:09

2PM lyrics

2:00PM Time for Change

"2:00PM Time for Change"
Single by 2PM
from the album 1:59PM
A-side	"Again & Again"
B-side	"I Hate You" "Maybe She'll Come Back"
Released	April 16, 2009
Format	CD single, digital download
Recorded	2008—2009
Genre	R&B, hip hop, K-pop
Length	27:25
Label	JYP Entertainment
Producer	J.Y. Park "The Asiansoul"
2PM singles chronology
"Hottest Time of the Day" (2008) "2:00PM Time For Change" (2009) "Don't Stop Can't Stop" (2010)

2:00PM Time for Change is the second single by South Korean boy band, 2PM. The album was released in digital and physical format by April 16, 2009. A-side from single is "Again & Again" and B-side is "I Hate You", reached both the number one spot in the Music Bank.

Contents Tracklisting

All songs written and composed by yes.

No.	Title	Lyrics	Music	Arrangements	Length
1.	"What Time Is It Now?"	J.Y. Park "The Asiansoul"	J.Y. Park "The Asiansoul"	Jo Joong-su "FAME-J"	1:08
2.	"Again & Again"	J.Y. Park "The Asiansoul"	J.Y. Park "The Asiansoul"	J.Y. Park "The Asiansoul", Heung Ji-sang	4:05
3.	"I Hate You" (니가 밉다 Niga Mibda)	Kim Chang-dae (Chang dda-ee)	Kim Chang-dae (Chang dda-ee)	Kim Chang-dae (Chang dda-ee)	3:05
4.	"Maybe She'll Come Back" (돌아올지도 몰라)	Jo Joong-su "FAME-J"	Jo Joong-su "FAME-J"	Jo Joong-su "FAME-J"	4:07
5.	"Again & Again" (R&B Mix)	J.Y. Park "The Asiansoul"	J.Y. Park "The Asiansoul"	Tommy Park	3:43
6.	"Again & Again" (Instrumental)		J.Y. Park "The Asiansoul"	J.Y. Park "The Asiansoul", Heung Ji-sang	4:06
7.	"I Hate You" (니가 밉다 Niga Mibda, Instrumental)		Kim Chang-dae (Chang dda-ee)	Kim Chang-dae (Chang dda-ee)	3:04
8.	"Maybe She'll Come Back" (돌아올지도 몰라, Instrumental)		Jo Joong-su "FAME-J"	Jo Joong-su "FAME-J"	4:07
Total length:					27:25

2pm achievment

In March 2009, 2PM was selected to model for EXR, a clothing company in Korea. In July 2009, the members of 2PM were selected as the representatives of foreign artists by the Thai government-led tourism campaign, I Love Thailand. Member Nichkhun has also been selected by the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) as the face of their newest campaign, "Come to Thailand; Let's Take a Break!"

In August 2009, 2PM collaborated with the Body Shop in 'Soft Hands, Kind Heart', a worldwide campaign that calls for the protection of children and teenagers against sex trafficking. The members will act as Korea's spokespeople for the campaign.

In late October 2009, a commercial film (CF) of 2PM promoting Hanami (a Thailand snack company) was released, which also included Jaebeom; the commercial was said to be filmed prior to his departure in September.

November 2009 saw multiple new endorsement deals for the group, the first of which being a commercial and print campaign for Market O's "Real Brownie" pastry. Shortly thereafter, the group endorsed the Samsung Corby mobile phone, one of the newest mobile devices in Samsung's popular "Anycall" series, both on television and on the Samsung website. 2PM is also currently endorsing Paris-Croissant Food Company's Paris Baguette bakery franchise, for which the group recorded a special Christmas song and are featured in a series of commercials with popular Korean actress Kim Tae Hee.

In 2010, 2PM has signed on to endorse Coca-Cola as well as the clothing company SPRIS (also known as PONY). Members Nichkhun, Taecyeon, Junsu and Wooyoung endorse Cass Beer, and Nichkhun has continued advertising for the Suzuki Jelato motorcycle in Thailand. In addition, 2PM now endorses Calvin Klein South Korea, as well as, most recently, It's Skin, a South Korean cosmetics and skin care brand.

In mid-2010, 2PM has been chosen along Girls' Generation to be the spokesperson for Caribbean Bay. Shortly after, the members of 2PM (except for Nichkhun) were chosen to sing the song "Fly to Seoul (Boom Boom Boom)" to support tourism in Korea. Due to renewal of their endorsement deal with Samsung, 2PM recorded the song "Nori For U" for Samsung Anycall NORi.

Awards

Year

               

Awards

2009

    * M.net 20’s Choice Awards : HOT Performance Star

    * M.net 20’s Choice Awards : HOT Summer Heat Popularity Award

    * M.net Asian Music Awards : Best Male Group

    * M.net Asian Music Awards : Artist of the Year

    * 24th Golden Disk Awards : Disk Bonsang Award

    * 1st Melon Music Awards : 2009 TOP 10

    * KBS Music Festival : Song of the Year (Again & Again)

2010

    * 19th Seoul Music Awards : Popularity Award

    * 19th Seoul Music Awards : Bonsang

    * M.net 20’s Choice Awards : Daum’s Search Hot Star Award (Special Award)

    * M.net 20's Choice Awards : Most Influential Stars

    * M.net Asian Music Awards : Best Dance Performance (I’ll Be Back)

    * M.net Asian Music Awards : Male Group Award

    * M.net Asian Music Awards : The Shilla Duty Free Asian Wave Award

    * 2nd Melon Music Awards : 2010 TOP 10

2PM news

According to Thailand's International Federation of the Phonographic Industry (IFPI), 2PM is the top-selling foreign artist(s) for 2009.

2PM beat out popular artists such as Lady Gaga and Black Eyed Peas with the release of their Thailand Special Album back in June. Despite the turmoil with Jaebeom, 2PM's popularity in Thailand is still very strong. Speaking of turmoil, if you can recall, back in August TVXQ was also selected as the Most Popular Asian Artist 2009 on Thailand's Channel V Music Video Awards.

During happier times back in July, 2PM made a visit to Thailand and even visited with the Prime Minister.

I'm sure the presence of a Thai member in Nichkhun has helped 2PM's popularity in Thailand tremendously. Right now, the 6 members of 2PM are finding popularity in homeland Korea as well as they won the coveted artist of the year at Mnet's MAMA. Hopefully, their leader Jaebeom can join them in the near future.


Jay Park interviewed about 2PM, his family, and his ideal girl


Jay Park recently made an appearance on the November 10th episode of "Talk Show Taxi" on tvN. He talked all about his family, career, and his ideal girl. The interview touched on some topics and issues that were quite personal such as the reason he left 2PM and his feelings were when leaving Korea.

Jay was asked if he still kept in touch with 2PM but answered no. He did say that he really missed them quite a lot since he was really close to Taecyeon and Nichkhun. They were close because they were able to communicate with their English as well instead of only Korean. The hosts really tried to ask a lot about the 2PM incident making Jay a little uncomfortable.

Jay answered that it was really coming down to what he had to do. He also said that he realized many fans were not happy with Jay publicizing the incident since he got accused of being an attention-grabber. He heard a lot of bad things back then and everyone around him suffered a tough time, especially his parents.

He gave up everything when he left the group and he was left to question what would he be doing next. After moving back to Seattle, Jay worked at a local tire shop since he didn't want to rely on parents. Although the shop only paid $400 a month, he worked hard to not disappoint his parents. Lee Young Ja, responded that she wouldn't be able to work in a tire shop if she left a celebrity life. Jay disagreed since he was really blessed to be a celebrity but also he didn't feel the need to still be one. He was just thankful there were still people around him that cared.

Jay's ideal type was not just about a beautiful girl or a perfect body but he wants a girl that is able to build chemistry with communication. It could be through anything, meaning it doesn't only have to be the smile, eyes, or personality, just a connection. He also addressed the rumors about picking Min Hyo Rin as his ideals.

Nichkhun to make his Japanese movie debut in ‘Ouran High School Host club'

On November 13th, Korean group 2PM’s Nichkhun (23) announced that he will make his Japanese movie debut in the upcoming movie version of popular drama, ‘Ouran High School Host Club‘.

This movie is based on a manga of the same name. It is a romantic comedy centered around a popular host club at ‘Ouran High School’, where the female student Haruhi (Kawaguchi Haruna) has to disguise herself as a male host to repay a huge debt. Nichkhun will play the older brother of Michelle, an international student played by AKB48’s Shinoda Mariko (25).

Nichkhun will play the president of Singapore’s leading corporation and will be featured in a business suit – giving off a sleeker, more polished look from his usual image. He is also the first 2PM member to be participating in a Japanese film.

He will have to speak in both Japanese and English in this theatrical adaptation. While explaining the role the producer stated, “Nichkhun demonstrates a proficient English level as he has studied it in the U.S. He has a flavor of bashfulness and confidence which is perfect for this role.” The producer also discussed his high expectations of Nichkhun.

Nichkhun revealed he had the support and help of his fellow members to make progress with his Japanese skills. He also mentioned that he, “would love to appear in a Japanese film again”.

Unfortunately, fans will have to wait until March 17th, 2012 to see him in this much-anticipated film.

2PM News!

2PM’s “Hands Up Asia Tour” Creates 60 Billion Won Worth of Economic Value

2PM’s “Hands Up Asia Tour 2011-2012” came to an end on March 11 in Hong Kong. Since September 2011, the tour visited eight countries for 10 total concerts, and sold out all events for a record-high crowd in 2PM’s concert tour history.
CJ E&M, the main organizer of this concert tour, said, “Although the base region for K-Pop is the Asian market, there are not a lot of artists who can completely sell out 10 concerts in eight different countries over a six month period.”
“The economic impact of this concert tour is estimated to be 60 billion won ($53 million USD). It’s not just the album and ticket sales, but sponsorship and corporate marketing, local promotions, and a lot of other factors. Plus, you must take into account that it helped stabilize K-Pop and Hallyu in the region,” CJ E&M added.
JYP Entertainment commented on the success of 2PM’s world tour by saying, “We are thankful to the fans for helping us achieve this success. It feels good to be able to contribute to the expansion of K-Pop artists to other Asian countries. We’d like to thank our Korean fans for waiting for us during the Asian Tour and we’ll return the love by resuming the Korean activities soon.”

Who Is 2PM Junho’s Ideal Woman?

2PM’s Junho was asked “Who is your ideal type of girl?” on the set of MBC Music’s “That Female Writer, That Male Producer” on March 16. Junho initially answered “There aren’t any South Korean actresses. My ideal type of girl is a foreigner.”

He continued, “All Korean actresses are pretty, talented, and charming so it is hard to say who would be my ideal type. My ideal type is Scarlett Johansson.”

Junho also said, “Among Korean singers however my ideal type is Lee Hyori. The ideal type of girl for me is someone who can lead me.”

The episode of “That Female Writer, That Male Producer” that features Junho and actress Kim So Eun as guests will broadcast on March 24. 

2PM Finishes Successful Asian Tour Concert in Hong Kong

On March 10, 2PM had their final concert in Hong Kong. This marked the end of their successful “Asian Tour Concert Hands Up.” The concert sold nearly 160,000 tickets.
In South Korea they sold 7,000 tickets and in Japan they sold 100,000 tickets. The total number of tickets sold across Indonesia, Jakarta, Singapore, Thailand, Bangkok, Nanjing, and Hong Kong were 52,000.
This was 2PM’s first Hong Kong concert on March 10. However all 9,000 seats for the concert were all sold out two months prior to the event.
2PM held a press conference the day before the concert on March 10. They also had a high-touch event with 500 fans.
2PM stated, “We were so happy, because we had such an enjoyable time spent meeting fans that love our music in person. We promise that when we come back we will be better.”
2PM will hold a fan meeting on April 1.

2PM to Teach Korean on Japanese TV

Idol group 2PM will become teachers for a Korean learning program on NHK, a very big broadcasting company in Japan.

On March 1, Sankei Sports reported, "Korea's six-member team, 2PM, will be shooting, 'Learning Korean on Television,' which will first air on April 2. The program will be airing every Monday at 10 AM. It is the first regular program that 2PM will be appearing in Japan. A press conference was held on February 29 at the Tokyo Shibuya."

"Learning Korean on Television" will teach Japanese citizens basic Korean words and phrases, especially those that can be used during travel in Korea. The 2PM members just finished recording the first episode and they commented, "We worried a lot about how we were going to teach Korean but we were able to enjoy it." They told the Japanese press, "If you love 2PM a lot, then we think your Korean will improve faster!"

[M/V] 2PM "HANDS UP" from HANDS UP

 

[M/V] 2PM "HANDS UP(East4A mix)" from HANDS UP