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Taemin is crazy for dropping this before leaving for military

Taemin doesn’t have bad songs man everytime bops

*Aaron went from not liking taemin in superm bcoz of his evil look in the teaser to becoming his fanboy*

Nobody does it like Taemin. Nobody.

Kasper's choreographies are always creative and artistic and Taemin and the back-up dancers executed it flawlessly. Big applause to all of them.

TAEMIN represents what it is impossible to precisely define his approach to gender and role-playing in MV and choreography is so multidimensional and unpredictable that it is difficult to classify him into any specific genre.

The piano... THE PIANO I'M IN LOVE WITH THOSE PIANO NOTES IT SOUNDS BEAUTIFUL

Taemin is doing a melodic rap, forever destroying the idea that he can't rap. You also see why we say that Taemin is the best dancer of Kpop. One dancer who reviewed this today said he could already tell this was a very difficult choreo. Yet, Taemin makes it look so fluid and effortless. I'm pretty sure that alternating move (when you thought he was out of sync with the backup dancers) is intentional to show contrast and make him stand out. Taemin monitors every little detail of his MVs. If that had not been intentional, it wouldn't have been in there. He's almost fanatical about perfection...lol. For some inexplicable reason, Taemin gets a lot of hate. Just look at the down votes that always seem to appear on his MVs. It truly is people with small minds who just can't reconcile, comprehend, or admit that Taemin is in a league of his own; he can't be defined, and his artistry can't be touched. I like the black/white suit which seems to represent the duality of his personality, or that nothing is "black and white". In other words, don't spout off about what you know nothing about. I believe the small room and large Taemin is either him saying, "I'm too big to be confined to your small mind", or "Your pea-brain can't contain me". The car crash I see as him saying, "Watch me smash your idea of me...like when he says "Push my buttons...I'll show you the end." When he says, "You'll never get the keys of my lock" it seems he's saying haters will never reach inside him. However, as Taemin always has dual meanings to his lyrics, and he said this was connected to NGDA in the fact that this is the new him/ego that has emerged from the battle between "Criminal" and "IDEA", he could be referring to the toxic thoughts that were always spouted by his "Criminal"/original ego. Now that Taemin is free of that, he's putting that ego in his place and saying he will do things his way and not listen to his old ego's negative advice. He will listen to one advice - his own (the new Taemin). Just speculation on my part. Taemin does things "my way". He doesn't follow Kpop trends; he makes them, and he doesn't care about what is popular. He just wants to do the music he likes. Let's face it, Taemin is much bigger than just Kpop. As music critic Youngdae Kim said, ""He [Taemin] is one of the most unique and exemplary solo artist among all Korean music scenes." From "The Artist: Taemin". Taemin has a very big heart and loves everyone, so if this is also for those haters out there, then I'm glad he did this masterpiece because I hate to see him get hurt by little minds with nasty words.

ADVICE Taemin as pianis Taemin as singer Taemin as Dance Taemin as genderless icon Taemin as performer Taemin as fresh vibe. Taemin is an art. True beauty.

Taemin told that Advice is the end of the chapter one of Taemin’s life as well as the beginning of the next chapter. The car crash could possibly signify the end and then the last frame with him standing in his signature pose while looking up can signify the start of a new era.....

Definitely it's about the criticism celebrities get from the public - the media and the people on the Internet. If people calling idols "flops" and "losers" on the internet think that idols don't read their comments, now they know that they do. The line about the torso in my opinion is about people criticising him for tattooing his body, saying that he "destroyed" something they thought was theirs to obsess about. This is the first time he's shown his hip tattoo, that was being previously covered, for instance in his "Idea" MV.

TLDR: I think the song is about not letting others tell you who you are or limiting yourself when you start believing that you will always only be who they tell you to be. IMO the concept of the song is Taemin voicing his disapproval of toxic media prying into the privacy of celebrities and how they tend to trap them into an image that they can't escape or break through. Him "destroying his torso" is about breaking their perception of him and escaping that innocent baby image that he had from the beginning of his career. And then when he says that he should take his own advice, it correlates with the scene of him being trapped in his own mind. Because of how other people portray him, he even doubts himself and he eventually internalized their message and puts himself in that box. This song is about breaking out of that box and expressing yourself the way you want to, and about how he has matured as an artist and as a person throughout his career.

보호해줘야할 신비한 능력을 가진 고귀한 혈통의 퇴폐미 가득한 왕자님같은 느낌.

TAEMIN OWNS ALL THE COLORS IN THE WORLD

KPOP KING TAEMIN appeared to give a 360 ° turn to the music industry, he has such a creative mind to innovate and break many stereotypes with dances, performances, create a "T-pop" musical style that only he can do and of the highest level. He always leaves the fence high and it is always he who surpasses it again. Absolutely no one does it like him, no one.

He did collab with taeyeon in this album “ if I could tell you “

taemin explains the hand move which is the key part of ADVICE “There’s a whispering sound in the music. When the whispering sound is played we make this lip shape.Also it kind of means no matter what others say,no matter how much ppl talk behind you..”

TAEMIN IS KPOP KING

The *torso* thing confused me a bit, but then I thought that maybe he's talking about being unapologetic, since usually you bend from your torso when you bow most politely. So by saying he destroyed the torso they're after, he's saying he won't bow down.

Taemin the king of Kpop 😍👑

Taemin looks like a hot villian with long hair

With Advice, #Taemin has shown that he is above stereotypes, above rumours, above the way he is portrayed by media, he will not, allow the expectations of people to dictate the artist and person he is, he makes his own future, he creates his own happiness.. Thank you Aaron I always enjoy your reaction!

Taemin is a legend

So fast! Taemin came to our throats! I'm speechless for this comeback... My king👑

king taemin is back

I can’t ever get used to how Taemin destroys US! Bops after bops and I won’t even start with the choreographies (I can go on for hours) damn! Thanks for your reaction. Waiting for all the future SHINee content and Taemin Content. ❤️❤️❤️

I hope you react to Taemin and Taeyeon collab song "If a could tell you" released in this album

Taemin is gold

Can't wait for your Shinee reactions! I hope you react to more SM artist like EXO, and NCT in the future.

HE IS A MASTERPIECE. please... this man is perfect .. he so good in everything..!!!! KING LEE TAEMIN.

Stanning him when he’s about to enlist is actually perfect timing because you have a lot of content to explore and catch up with while he’s away!

YES THAT SWAGGER WALK DANCE MOVE IS SOOO SMOOTH OMGGGGG

I think Taemin made this song for everyone that encounter injustice, brutal judgment, mockery without knowing ... It's sort of a confronting song/song to release anger

Aaron, the hip tattoo and the fact that he revealed it in this MV is very significant. Just in IDEA, he also wore crop tops but covers the tattoo, same in Criminal. Advice is like a conclusion to the trilogy series of Criminal, Idea and Advice combined as Taemin is letting the world know he has evolved and breaking the stereotypes or delusions both the industry and crazy fans have tried to project on him for his entire career. That hip tattoo definitely looks like a black rose to me and I feel his song, Black Rose from NGDA Act 1 really explains that and how he's embraced fully who he is and no longer subjecting himself to what others think of him. I think this is one of the most iconic final comebacks a korean artiste has ever done before he takes a break for his military service because it'll linger in the minds of everyone on what next to expect from him when he's back and how much void the industry will have with his absence Apart from the hip tattoo, I see he has two more, one on left rib side and another at the back. I'm sure he's gonna get more, lol and we'll also get to see them more I'm so glad I never undermined Taemin and his potentials since his maknae days with Shinee and how much the industry undermined his talents then, he has bloomed so well and now, like the torso description, he's no longer bowing down to what people want to perceive him as but he's taking his own advice to be who he is!

I was thinking about the lyrics, and my theory for the lyric, "I destroy the torso that you were chasing after", is that Taemin always had a bit of an innocent, somewhat cute image because he was the youngest. I think alot of people were attracted to the innocent side of him, and liked him only because of the image that he had, and that they were more so chasing after the untouchable/untouched aura that he had, instead of him as a person or artist. In love with the idea of having him rather than in love with him. But, like in the lyrics for 'Pretty Boy', where he reiterates that, "I won't pretend to be innocent like a puppet", and "I may always seem pretty/good/nice/soft", I think by saying he 'destroyed the torso', it could mean, he now has tattoos on his torso, and so he is breaking away from the innocent image and becoming more than just what people labelled him as, more than just a "pretty boy idol". Since in some cultures, when people get tattoos, elders say that they destroyed their beautiful body. Perhaps Taemin is saying that he's destroyed that fantasy that people have of him, the innocent untouched image that was curated. And that destruction is symbolized by getting tattoos on his torso, essentially scarring what was once untouched/pure/pretty. Additionally, I think 'Advice' is a sequel to 'Pretty Boy' in a way, with lyrics around perception and judgement, e.g, "Rumors and Interceptions", "Everyone talks so easily", and "I'm above the imaginations in your head" (Pretty Boy) .vs. "Show your imagination in a more novel way" (Advice)

He create his own genre T-Pop and that is fact!!

Thank you very much for this reaction , I wait for more TAEMIN AND SHINee !!

Those fast sounds were not processed. He has sung every fast and slow part of the song himself. I have seen the recording video of the song. He has sung each part of the song himself without any artificial processing. Taemin is unique and hardworking

i took this song as being kind of an assertion that he knows he breaks boundaries in kpop, and that people talk. so he’s like. look. say what you want, you don’t understand me, and as hard as you try you will never have the full story. be careful before you push me too far, cause you haven’t seen that yet.

He is pure Art....💎

This song has some kind of dark feeling lingering in it...I like that.

I'm just saying that 2021 is the year when SM artists seek to make you feel things that are not always pleasant or comforting.* They're making art. Can't wait for RV's comeback. *Except probably for EXO because we've suffered enough with and for them.

Taemin is so good and cool (KING OF KPOP). 👍👌💖💖

SHINee will be releasing a Japanese song in July. Taemin will be in that one despite him being away at that time. They filmed it today :)

I was getting scared that you decided not to do Shinee anymore so I’m glad to hear that it’s still happening. Now, can we talk about taemin dancing in a short crop top and a sport bra 😏

He has a b side with Taeyeon so maybe you should react to it.

He's said its about gossiping and toxic media, specifically destructive or anti fans that speculate constantly. I also think it's meta-commentary on his own career and place in the industry, since he's struggled with his body image and the whole theme of his past 3 comebacks has been about breaking down and redefining his image as an artist. There's SO many layers in this mv/song, so much that nods to him as an artist...and by analyzing it, we become the subject of the song. It's GENIUS.

Taemin deserves win best male artist

Every move Taemin makes is perfection. Vocals are outstanding 👏

hi Aaron for me Taemin is the best , dancer and performer and artist of the world! period! he deserves world recognition i am in love with him!

"I destroy the torso that you were chasing after" this line hit me most! Damn!

The fact that he dropped this album before serving 😭

Taemin is a king

Taemin PRESS YOUR NUMBER REACTION!!!!

This year SM just FANTASTIC...😌😌❤❤ their idols literally drop ART THIS YEAR😭😭❤

This mv was another level. The visuals killed me

Taemin King of Concept!

King Taemin Always Creator 👑💎

Not gonna argue with you, a masterpiece indeed

True artist is lee taemin!!!

Taemin he's really Amazing 💣💥

I interpreted it like the more you try to put him in a box him and his music he’ll break out of it. Like even kpop people have so many things they expect from idols but Taemin keeps innovating and having his own way to do his music and choreos. I love him he’s a great artist

Taemin just wanted to kill us before enlisting

TAEMIN is ART

Ima get abs over summer and start wearing a crop top Taemin inspired me lmaoo

Wow, this song is another level.

he is the only artist that every new single become my favourite. I just get hooked right away! King indeed

The most hardworking idol. Seriously, his title tracks never miss

WE 🧡 TPOP TAEMIN

The beat is off the damn charts.. Vocal king.... I’m just lost for words every time he drop a single💎💎💜🤟🏽😎🥰😻😻

Taemin songs are all masterpieces

yes taemin is back 😭♥️

Aaron, not read through all the comments so someone may have said already but the tattoo is a peony flower. I am led to believe that this flower symbolises bravery, love, honour and good fortune (especially in Japan. Taemin is a legend!! 🙂

Teamin is art 😍🧡🤍

That footwork and legwork is stunning! And I love that very minimal arm gesture towards the end.

Aaron, I agree with your theory about this song, I also felt he was being a voice for those who can't talk in the industry. That's meaningful. That's one of the reasons I like him, he always has a deep purpose with what he does. He uses his brain a lot, he has a sexy mind

he said oh i am COMING BACK before leaving

I think this song is all about his haters and antis and the media. the torso thing i think that its about his tattoos. as u have seen Taemin has a big Tattoo in his hip and another one in his inner arm and some people went crazy about it saying he ruined his body because Tattoos in Korea aren't seen in a positive light. In the video Taemin shows his hip Tattoo for the first time he usually cover it but this time he didn't so i think that he is done with those haters and its like a big slap on their faces lol. I can't wait for more Taemin reactions omg!! u are my favorite reactor and Taemin and SHINee are my biases so i can't wait!!

I just love how you take music videos in details, honestly appreciate how you love Taemin not just for his looks but also for his works 🥰🥰🔥🔥. ALSO LEE TAEMIN SUPREMACY

idea and advice = literal art

Taemin is just on a league of his own Advice is soo good, the whole album actually

No doubt our Taeminnie is at another level. SHINee never disappoint.

I probably wouldn't really like this song If it was from different artists but taemin makes it so much better

My first thought was "omg I love his hair he looks so attractive" and I suddenly realized that I am becoming a fan girl

I'm fan too. Temin is the best

Advice lyrics is against gossips, rumours and stereotypes.. There is one move with hand which looks like closing the mouth of people who are gossiping..

I love how everyone of us is literal hos for Taemin.

The sparkle in your eyes and the smile you have when you say that you're such a fan of Taemin isnmaking me teary eyed! Hehe. I share the same sentiment. The repeated parts. The pause. The oohs and aahs. Very similar to my reaction too! 🤩😆

THE ACE & KING OF KPOP BACK AGAIN 👏🏽

Taemin es mi artista solista masculino favorito. Me alegra que te guste lo que hace, y te consideres su fan. TaeMin es considerado el rey del Kpop

*You should react to Taemin "Sad Kids", which is the last song on Advice album. His vocal in Sad Kids are just very very beautiful!*

I WAS WAITING FOR THIS! I'M GLAD I STAYED UP LMAO 😂

TAEMIN IS A PIECE OF ARTTTT HE'S THE GOAT. WORLDWIDE. TRANSCENDING GENRES ALSO WE STILL WAITING ON MORE MONSTA X REACTION YOU HEAR ME

Waiting for your SHINee Don't Call Me reaction. Hope that it will come out on shinee anniversary

The more I watch this MV, the more convinced I am that there are dual meanings and of the connection with NGDA, specifically "Criminal" and "IDEA". Taemin did say "Advice" is like the epilogue to those songs and his new beginning. Our first indication of this duality is the fashion of the backup dancers (half black; half white) and the first suit he wears (black in the front; white in the back). As with most of Taemin's MVs we have the surface meaning of him seemingly addressing his haters/saesangs and telling them he'll do things his way (including getting tattoos if he wants, "I destroy the torso you were chasing after", and taking his own advice", and so on. However, there are several connections with NGDA: 1) He wore a very similar head mask that only exposes his eyes for part of his photoshoot for NGDA (where he was on the car). 2) For his "IDEA" photoshoot, Taemin wore a black veil, "Even the veil that hides the smile inside the glass mask is lost." So now, the veil is gone and so is the "glass mask" that hid his inner smile. Taemin has recently been much more open, expressive, and happy than in the past. He used to hide his emotions and be shy during interviews and such, letting his SHINee hyungs speak instead. Even he said he's actually smiling too much lately...lol. In addition, now we can't stop him from talking (a good thing) and at the speed of light to boot, mixing Korean, English, & Japanese. 3) With NGDA, he also sported tattoos on his hands and face. This time, Taemin actually fully exposes his torso (usually he wears a jacket with just the middle of his torso showing). The tattoos are explosive, blanketing his torso and arms which include scuff marks and thorns, as if he's been through a battle. His fingers are blackened like he escaped a fire (the inferno and lava seen in "Criminal" & "IDEA".) We also finally get to see his waist/hip tattoo. I think he intentionally covered his tattoo before to reveal it here to make a statement. I'm free, and I'll show you I can do anything I want -- including getting a tattoo. (Wish I could see what it is though.) 4) In "Criminal", Taemin was both the protagonist and the victim. He was "leashed" by his dominant ego (the one he's had for 14 years). He was totally under the dominant ego's control, trapped within his own mind. "IDEA" gave us Taemin's climactic battle and victory. The new ego is finally free and eager to explore, break out of his introverted ways, and create the music he loves rather than what is expected by the industry. You can see allusions to this via the very large Taemin in a very small room basically saying I'm too big to confine. "The more you try to trap me, the more I'll go off the rails." Now he's exposing his large waist/hip tattoo proudly and showing it to the world regardless of how anyone feels; a blow to how an introvert usually behaves. 5) When Taemin is suspended in mid-air, broken at the waist, you may have noticed his hair appears to be short and the same silver color as in "Criminal". The "criminal" ego has been broken and dismissed. Until now, there was only One advice - that of the "criminal" ego. However, now there is only "my advice" that of the new, freed ego: "I'll take my own advice," and a threat, "If you want to see the end, push my buttons." and "I'll shoot the One advice." 6) It also appears as if the "criminal" ego is not happy about his loss and this transition of power. He is trying to reassert himself, as demonstrated by the lyrics of the bridge, "It's creepy, the drama you wanted." "Why are you crossing the line again?". However new ego is having none of it. He won't be trapped again. He's locked that old ego away, "you never get the keys to my lock", and It's best to take his own advice and destroy what's left by shattering the "criminal" ego (windshield and visions of collisions, crashed cars. In short, destruction). 7) Taemin's signature "T" pose at the end (for "IDEA" it was at the beginning) - resurrection; the end of an old era, and the beginning of the new. In any case, this is just what I think. I do know that I'm really going to miss him during this hiatus.

Waiting for the fire to burn again... Come back😔😔😔😔😊😊

Also well this song is about telling people off who judge people and stereotype them, prejudices...

TAEMIN IS KILLING EVERYONE AS ALWAYS

Taemin doesn't work with less than perfection