TWICE Premiere YouTube Original Series “TWICE: SEIZE THE LIGHT” Today

K-POP PHENOMENON TWICE PREMIERES YOUTUBE ORIGINAL “TWICE: SEIZE THE LIGHT”“ GLOBALLY TODAY VIA TWICE“S OFFICIAL YOUTUBE CHANNEL

Acclaimed, global superstars TWICE, premiere episode one of their official YouTube Original Series, “TWICE: Seize the Light,”“ today on YouTube. The episode gives fans a glimpse into all aspects of life as an international touring act ”“ from the gorgeous glam moments and extraordinary outfits, to the sisterhood that TWICE holds, to the highs and lows of emotions that come with touring. The footage was captured last year during the TWICELIGHTS tour across various venues in Asia, and focuses on the indescribable reaction from their rabid fan base, who also call themselves ONCE.

“TWICE: Seize the Light”“ reveals a different look into the internationally renowned K-Pop powerhouse.  Showing raw behind-the-scenes footage, personal interviews and rare audition footage before the nine members came together, the series documents how the group formed and eventually went on to break multiple barriers and dominate the charts.  The whole series is comprised of 8-episodes in total with an episode dropping every Wednesday on YouTube; and YouTube Premium members can binge all episodes starting today.

Yesterday, YouTube held a Premiere Live Stream event with TWICE in Seoul to kick off the release of the series. The event, drawing world-wide attention, included participation from an array of US media, including Billboard, MTV, and BuzzFeed, amongst many others. During the event, TWICE confirmed rumors on the release of their highly anticipated upcoming new song titled “MORE&MORE”“, set for a June 1^st release.

Official Q&A Transcript:

Question 1

Q: Considering your documentary is titled “Seize the Light”, as individuals and as a whole group, do you personally feel accomplished seizing the light in your own careers within these past five years? If so, what was that turning point? – PopCrush / Lai Frances

A: Looking back on the road we“ve traveled, we are so grateful for the love and support we received. During our debut, it was our dream to hold just a single concert and now we are immensely proud to complete even a world tour. And on top of that, making this YouTube documentary now, it feels like 2019 has been a big turning point for us. 

Question 2

Q: 걸그룹 최초쓘 유튜브 오리지널쓸데 트와쓴스만쓘 ì–´ë–¤ 독특한 콘셉트를 기획했나요? – iMBC연예 / 김경퓬 기자

Q: As the first female k-pop group to have a YouTube Originals series, was there any particular concept of TWICE planned for the series?  – iMBC연예 / Kyunghee Kim

A: First and foremost we decided to include the preparation and the moments leading up to the world tour in our documentary. Because we want to showcase the best of us, it is also true that we are able to show all sides of the members. Through this documentary we“re going to reveal behind the scenes, backstage stories, and never-before-seen footage of trainee days, so we do look forward to the release tomorrow. 

Question 3

Q: 해외 시장에서 빠르게 쓸정쓄 받았다는 ê±´ 트와쓴스만쓘 스타쓼로 국내외 대중들과 끊임없쓴 소통해온 결과듼고 샓각합니다. 앞으로 해외 시장에서 차트 등 보쓴는 ê²°ê³¼ 말고 스스로 마쓌에 품쓀 다른 목표가 있는지도 궁금합니다. – 디즈컬 / 노준영 기자

Q: The recognition paid off in the global market so rapidly and we believe this is because of the continuous communication with both local and global fans in TWICE’s own unique style. In the future, do you have your own goals set in your mind other than the quantitative results shown in the market? – Dizcul / Junyoung Roh

A: First and foremost we want to thank the reporter for the good question, and I think all the members agree that we want to show a more mature side of TWICE in regards to stage performances, music, and much more. In the world tour you would be able to see tweaked versions of our choreography, track arrangements, and new versions of familiar tracks for you. And we know that we“re not perfect but certainly want to showcase the more mature, grown up, improved version of TWICE. 

Question 4

Q: After watching this documentary and finishing your tour, what did you learn from the TWICELIGHTS tour experience that you will take with you for future tours? – Billboard / Jeff Benjamin

A: First we are incredibly grateful for the overwhelming response we received. Of course we“ve been on stage before in the United States, but it was our first time where the whole concert was dedicated to us and it was a big moment, so we were overwhelmed, felt great, and were very grateful at the end of the day. We wanted to communicate better with the fans, so we have prepared some English phrases and expressions, but we were so nervous that we were not sure if we did an adequate job. We“ll prepare even better next time. Tours always leave us some regrets and thoughts that we could have done better and should have done better. We always attempt to change the choreography, the set list, etc. and we“ve learned! It is indeed a learning process and for the next tour we“ll visit even more regions and connect with more ONCE in different parts of the world. 

Question 5

Q: As the first female k-pop group to have a YouTube Original series, this shows that K-Pop has become a global genre. What do you think about this progress? Any plan for collaboration with Hollywood musicians? – Popbela.com / Gaby Elradha Poetry

A: First and foremost we want to thank our global fans for the love that K-pop has received overall, and we feel it“s an honour to contribute just a little bit to the art that is known as K-pop. I like to believe that our efforts to continuously communicate with the fans like this through YouTube paid off. And we“re convinced that K-pop will grow even further and it is our hope to be a part of a big journey. And if we“ve given the opportunity to collaborate with a Hollywood star, I would like to collaborate with Justin Bieber. 

Question 6

Q: 월드 투어를 다니면서 가장 기억에 남았던 도시가 있나요? 쓴유도 함께 말씀해 주세요. – The Celeb / 김퓬서 기자

Q: What city was the most memorable during the World Tour? Please also explain the reason.  – The Celeb / Heeseo Kim

A: Honestly it is too difficult to choose just one city, but if I had to choose one, Manila concert was truly memorable because we could hear loud cheers of ONCE. Even 3 hours prior to our concert, it almost felt like there was another ongoing concert. It was so loud, so energetic, and so enthusiastic. It was as if we were able to work off that heated response and put together a great performance. 

Question 7

Q: 쓴번 다큐멘터리로 트와쓴스쓘 지난 5ë…„ì“„ 돌아보는 시간쓄 가질 수 있쓄 거듼 샓각합니다. 여러분들쓴 샓각했쓄 ë•Œ 가장 빛나거나 행복했던 순간과 가장 ì–´ë‘¡ê³  힘들었던 시간쓴 있다면 언제였는지 궁금합니다. – 연합뉴스 / 오보람 기자

Q: What moments were the most difficult or the happiest to discuss in the series? – Starry Constellation Magazine / Lisa Steinberg

A: Through this YouTube Originals documentary, we were able to capture and see the moments of our world tour concert. Prior to our release tomorrow we actually got a chance to look at the videos. I think if we had to choose a single moment when we“re the happiest, it“s when we do the concert with our fans, ONCE. Knowing and feeling that they are cheering for us is actually overwhelming. 

Thinking about the darkest time, I would have to  think about the pre-debut days as seen in the documentary. It was exhausting sometimes not just physically but mentally too. There were a lot of uncertainties about the future, unanswered questions, as you will be able to watch in the documentary tomorrow. I think it was the most difficult when my body actually couldn“t keep up my mind and my will. 

 

Question 8

Q: 촬영할 ë•Œ 가장 재미있었던 에피소드가 있다면? 본쓸들도 즐거웠고 편집되어 나오면 재미있겠다고 기대하는 ì‹ ì“´ 있었쓄 거듼 샓각합니다. 그에 대해서 말씀해 주세요. – CBC뉴스 / 정종훈 기자

Q: Are there any scenes you filmed that you“re particularly looking forward to watching? – BuzzFeed / Emlyn Travis

I would have to reflect back to the episode that involved our American tour. Normally we spend most of our time at the concert venue practicing, but this time we actually got to see and explore more cities – we went to the beach, we had great food with the members so that’s actually quite memorable. Because it has been a while since last we got to hang out on this scale, so I think all members were happy and delighted. I hope ONCE would be delighted to see us enjoying our time as well. 

Question 9

Q: 단독 리얼 다큐멘터리를 통해 멤버들끼리 느낄 수 있었던 서로에 대한 부분쓀 무엇쓸지 궁금합니다. – 스타뉴스 / 윤상근 기자

Q: What kind of feelings did the members feel among themselves through this documentary? -  Star News / Sanggeun Yoon

A: We actually have a go-to answer for this question. We“ve been able to accomplish all these because it was the 9 of us together. On tour of course, it was exhausting physically and mentally and there were days when we were so tired, but everyday I look to our members and to our fans, ONCE, and I think to myself this is why I am the member of TWICE. 

Question 10

Q: 트와쓴스가 최초, 최고듼는 수싓어를 굉장히 많쓴 보유한 그룹쓸 만큼, 멤버들쓴 느끼는 왕관쓘 무게도 상당히 무거울 것으로 샓각합니다. 멤버들쓴 ê·¸ 무게를 어떻게 견디고 있는지, 연차가 쌓여갈수롓 ê·¸ 무게는 가벼워지는지 혹쓀 무거워지는지 궁금합니다. – 코리아타임스 / 동선화 기자

Q: TWICE retains and refers to ‘The first, The best’ k-pop group. We believe these titles give pressure or burden of the ‘crown’ to the members. Please share with us how members overcome this burden and we are also curious if the weight of the crown feels lighter or heavier as the debut years pass. – Korea Times / Sunhwa Dong

A: Thanks for the incredible modifiers and titles. We actually consider these many titles are gifts from fans and of course we credit their love and support of the past years. There’s a big sense of responsibility when it comes to that. Everyday we think to ourselves that we must deliver because of these wonderful fans and support. Each time we look at my members and rely on these members to act as a driving force that I can always lean on them for their support. Because we“re on this together, we do rely on each other, and power through. 

Question 11

Q: 쓴번 다큐멘터리를 통해 트와쓴스로서 ì–´ë–¤ 모습쓄 ë‹´ê³  싶었나요? – 스타뉴스 / 공미나 기자

Q: ì „ 세계 81ê°œ 지역에 리얼리티가 공개되는데, ì „ 세계 팬들에게 ì–´ë–¤ 모습쓄 보여주고 싶쓀가요? – MK스포츠 / 김나영 기자

Q: What do you want fans to gain from watching your YouTube special? – AllKPop / Christine Lee

A: Until now we were able to show our signature bright and great energy on stage. Through this documentary, we want to tell you more about the earnest and honest story. Not only about the emotions we“ve gone through, or improvement as artists or that walk itself but we want to relay the real and right emotions for the viewers to think ”˜I can do it too“ at the time of difficulty. Ultimately, we want to talk about hope. Bottom line is that we want to talk about hope, we“re not saying that we achieved greatness but it is our humble hope that can be shared and even in times of difficulty, we“ll work through it together. And for trainees, who are walking on similar paths as we did, we want to share the message and support their endeavors as well. Everyday might look similar, especially when you are training, but everyday will add up to a better and improved self and even an improved future as well. I cheer you on your endeavors as well.

Question 12

Q: 코로나19ê°€ ì „ 세계를 휩쓸면서 콘서트 등 차질쓴 샓겨 ì „ 세계 팬들에게 K팓 아티스트쓘 빈자리가 더 크게 느껴질 것 같습니다. 요즘 어떻게 지내고 있는지, 팬들에게 힘내듼고 쓑원 메시지 부탁드립니다. – KBS미디어 / 박재환 기자

Q: As COVID19 attacked the world, concerts have been canceled and global fans might feel empty more than ever. Please share with us how you are spending your days, and any messages for the fans that can cheer them up. – KBS Media / Jaehwan Park

A: We were all looking forward to and working towards our Tokyo dome concert and encore concert, but we were really disappointed and disheartening that it did not come true. We were saddened but so glad to connect through the live stream event today. We“re trying new things and gearing up for new changes so please look forward to these activities. 

It’s great for me to say that we“re able to connect through social media and live stream, that we can relate and connect with the fans. And we would like to extend our messages to all those who are fighting through COVID-19, everyone must be exhausted and we hope this situation is normalized soon and everyone stays healthy at the meantime and TWICE also cheers you on. 

Question 13

Q: In a time of indefinite self-isolation and social distancing, when stress and anxiety are inescapable, many fans are turning to Twice and your music for comfort. But who or what do you turn to when you“re feeling overwhelmed? -  MTV / Crystal Bell

A: Since debut, we“ve been actually living in a shared home so no matter where we are, at the end of the day we support each other even if we don“t have to explain or share in details. They know exactly how I feel. And of course our biggest source of energy and motivation comes from ONCE. On stage and in our day-to-day lives, the words that ONCE share are the biggest source of support. 

Question 14

Q: Please give a comment for Japanese fans who look forward to seeing TWICE’s live. – Oricon & A freelance writer

A: Our ONCE Japanese fan base, I want to say hello to you although we had to cancel the event, it’s nice to be able to say hello at least through live stream today. Please enjoy the rest of the live streaming and look forward to Seize the Light release tomorrow.

And to answer a question that was made by the reporter Jaehoon Lee, we want to say that we can“t believe that we are selected as teenagers“ role models in Japan and it is a great honor. To be someone“s role model comes together with a great sense of responsibility, i would like to promote a great kind of influence and become a better TWICE. 

Question 15

Q: TWICE last visited Indonesia in 2018. What did you miss the most from Indonesia and any message for your Indonesian fans? -  20Detik.com / Septiana Ledysia

A: First and foremost we want to say thank you for all the support coming from Indonesia and we are very disappointed that we missed our trip to Indonesia this time. When we think of Indonesia the first thing that comes to mind is probably the fan base and the support that they gave us, the loud positive energy that we have received. We will return to Indonesia soon, so to those fans who are cheering us on, please just wait a little longer. 

Question 16 

Q: What“s TWICE“s goal in 2020 in Japan and globally? – BARKS

A: Because it has been 5 years since our debut we would like to showcase better versions of ourselves on the mature side. Not just through albums, concerts but also more contents. And we“re so glad that we can communicate with the global fans through Seize the Light and of course we are very excited for all of our members to showcase the best of our stories tomorrow through this documentary ”˜Seize the Light“ and it will be a memorable one for all of us as well.

Since TWICE“s inception in 2016, the group have become globally renowned superstars, rapidly taking the U.S. by storm. Having most recently graced Allure Magazine“s May 2020 cover, the group have been praised by the likes of Harper“s Bazaar, TIME Magazine, Billboard, Elite Daily, and BuzzFeed to name a few. In 2019, the group successfully completed their World Tour, TWICELIGHTS, which included sold-out shows at The Forum in Los Angeles, the Prudential Center in Newark, where they performed in front of 11,000 fans, and a show at the Wintrust Arena in Chicago. The groups 13^th domestic and latest album, Feel Special, released in September 2019, and peaked at #6 on Billboard“s US World Albums Chart and #10 on Billboard“s Heatseeker“s Chart. Their single of the same name, peaked at #1 on Billboard“s US World Digital Song chart. This past February, the group inked a record deal with Republic Records. 

“TWICE: Seize the Light”“ episode one is out now. Watch the first episode:

About TWICE:

TWICE first rose to prominence with their debut title song “Like OOH-AHH”“, and 2016 breakthrough single “CHEER UP”“ which went on to top multiple Korean pop charts and won ”˜Song of the Year“ at the Melon Music Awards and Mnet Asian Music Awards. In the same year, TWICE was included in Variety“s Youth Impact Report and was the only K-pop group included in the list. The group was included in Forbes Korea Power Celebrity issue in both 2019 and 2017; and were also included in 18th place and as the only Asian act in Billboard“s 21 Under 21 2017: Music“s Next Generation issue. Since then, the 9-member group have maintained the reins of K-pop super stars, having released a number of consecutive hits including “TT”“, “KNOCK KNOCK”“, “SIGNAL”“, “LIKEY”“, “Heart Shaker”“, “What is Love?”“, “Dance The Night Away”“, “YES or YES”“, “FANCY”“ and “Feel Special”“. Each of these music videos have accumulated a whopping average of 200M-480M views to date.

About YouTube Originals:

YouTube Originals are award-winning, creative and engaging scripted and unscripted series and films across music, personalities and learning for fans all over the world. Spotlighting both YouTube creators alongside Hollywood’s biggest stars, YouTube Originals provide an experience that only YouTube can offer. By tapping into the platform“s growing global community, fan engagement product capabilities, and innovative content mixed with pioneering live-streamed specials, there is truly something for everybody. Fans experience YouTube Original content through ad-supported YouTube as well as YouTube Premium, a subscription service that offers access to YouTube Original series and movies, a streaming music platform, and an uninterrupted, ad-free experience across all of YouTube. YouTube Originals are available in nearly 80 countries worldwide.

About YouTube:

Launched in May 2005, YouTube“s mission is to give everyone a voice and show them the world. We believe that everyone deserves to have a voice, and that the world is a better place when we listen, share and build community through our stories. YouTube is a Google company. 

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Instagram: @TWICETAGRAM

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