NCTzens are the backbone of NCity and we want you to know your peers better. These are interviews of NCTzens and their fan lives.
@LuvJyani
How long have you been a fan?
I’ve been a fan since the Empathy era, so since 2018.
What made you join the fandom?
I watched the “Boss” music video and I just knew I had to learn more about them. First, I was on Instagram and I made some friends. Then, I migrated to Twitter where I was able to meet lots of cool people and join the fandom.
Who’s your bias?
Jungwoo and Johnny!
Any bias wreckers?
The rest of the members, LMAO.
What are some of your favorite songs?
“Misfit,” “Lightbulb,” “Boss,” “Yestoday,” “Moonwalk,” “Turn Back Time,” “Limitless,” “Superhuman,” “Jetlag,” “FOOL,” “Quiet Down,” “7 Days,” “Love Again,” and “My First And Last.”
How has NCT/WayV inspired you?
They made me feel more confident in myself and my abilities. Seeing their positivity and how hard they work has motivated me to become a better person and to work hard to achieve my goals. They bring me so much happiness that it always inspires me to become that source of happiness for others.
What’s the most exciting experience you’ve had as a fan account so far?
Having mutuals to talk to about the crazy stuff that occurs in Ncity. I’m a NSFW account so sometimes when I ramble it’s nice to have people who ramble along with me. Having hit tweets is kind of wild too because you just have a random thought but suddenly it comes across people’s timelines and they interact because they either agree with you or find what you said funny.
Are there any hardships you face as a fan account? How would you wish to address the problem(s)?
One of the hardships I face personally is the anxiety that comes with having a following. Even though I don’t have a huge platform, my voice is still out there so there are times where I want to say something but rethink it because I’m afraid of being misinterpreted. I also find that I have to use my account often to try and combat the hate that comes with being in these fandoms, so I often just try my best to remain a positive space for people to enjoy themselves since platforms like Twitter can get toxic.
If you could say a few words to your bias, what would they be?
Thank you for everything. The world is a better place because of you.
Any additional remarks?
N/A
@jaehyunspics
How long have you been a fan?
I’ve been a fan of our boys since their debut with the 7th sense but knew of them since the SMrookies era.
What made you join the fandom?
The boys’ personality made me join the fandom. At first I was curious about them, only knowing them as rookies. Then they debuted and started doing not only variety shows, but shows like NCT Life. NCT Life was a big reason why I joined the fandom because I got to see many sides of the members that made me want to genuinely know more about them but also support them.
Who’s your bias?
Jaehyun.
Any bias wreckers?
Jeno, Taeyong, and Xiaojun.
What are some of your favorite songs?
“Try Again,” “7 days,” “Jetlag,” “Simon Says,” “Bad Alive,” “Up From Here,” “From Home,” and “90’s Love.”
How has NCT/WayV inspired you?
A great way they inspired me is their work ethic. They all sacrificed so much to be where they are today, as individuals, and as the artist we know and love. They are the kindest and genuine individuals to not only their fellow members, but also to their fans. They make me want to work harder and enjoy every moment in whatever I do in life, even if it is something simple like hanging out with my friends. To simply put it into words, they make you want to cherish moments you have with the people you value and care about.
What’s the most exciting experience you’ve had as a fan account so far?
The most exciting experience for me was seeing NCT 127 in concert. At the time I also had a small support project for them. It consisted of a two-sided banner, one side being for Jaehyun and the other for NCT 127. I and my best friend (and fellow pic account) passed out banners to other NCTzens. They were all so kind and very funny. You could feel all the excitement and energy everyone had that day.
Are there any hardships you face as a fan account? How would you wish to address the problem(s)?
I would like to put as a disclaimer that these answers are not aimed at anyone, it is just something I have noticed as a fan, that I wish others would take into consideration.
As a fan account, specifically on both a pic account and on my main account, I feel like you get to see two sides of a spectrum. Now that does not always mean it’s a bad thing.
Personally, I feel there is a lot of pressure as a pic account/archive account to update in a timely manner or at least in the quickest way possible whenever there is any new content released. With that being said, I think that as one of the major fanbase accounts, others may view us as never making mistakes or unable to make them (that does not go for everyone), but that isn’t true. We all make mistakes, we post and say things that either may be worded wrong and taken the wrong way, which is never our intent. We just want to do the best that we can. I only speak for myself when I say this but sometimes, the pic accounts are run by no more than one or two people, it is hard at times to keep up with the boys’ schedules (as a group or individually) and deal with our personal lives at the same time (whether that’s work, school or any other thing else) but that does not mean that we don’t love what we do.
Another thing I think is important is the way people make jokes about one of the members. Sometimes they belittle them, downplay their talent, or make jokes when the boys share something with us. I wish we wouldn’t do that, as we don’t know if the boys ever read any of our comments. We don’t know how they might react or feel towards them. The boys are just being open and sharing the things they are passionate about with us, and as their fans, I feel like we should encourage and support the boys instead of always making jokes. They undeniably work so hard every single day, they should be praised and appreciated for all their hard work.
If you could say a few words to your bias, what would they be?
Thank you. Thank you for debuting, for all of your hard work between being an MC for Inkigayo, filming for your drama, and prepping for every comeback. It must not be easy but Valentines are always rooting and cheering for you. No matter what you choose to do, we are proud of you and will always support you, whether that is as NCT Jaehyun or Jeong Yuno.
Any additional remarks?
N/A
@jenoriflakes
How long have you been a fan?
Since SM rookies!
What made you join the fandom?
Mark and Jeno initially.
Who’s your bias?
Jeno, Johnny, & Taeil.
Any bias wreckers?
The whole lot. ?
What are some of your favorite songs?
“119,” “Love Song,” “We go nanana,” and “Lightbulb.”
How has NCT/WayV inspired you?
I’m a closeted artist. I draw occasionally but I have very little self-esteem and I don’t really like showing people what I draw. Seeing and hearing from NCT about how they overcome their insecurities, helped put mine in perspective. Ten, especially, has helped me a lot. I actually have an art Instagram which I started as an #artwithten account (RIP). Ten’s art is similar to the traditional art I do, it’s mostly ink and doodles. I make zines and draw them in ink straight on paper to be reproduced, and put together things that don’t typically make sense and give them a new meaning. Also, include a lot of symbolism. I don’t have much confidence in the things I draw, especially because of how I’ve been affected by internet validation. Ink isn’t what people like, they like fancy colors they. And I don’t color. I just learned last year how to color digitally. ? But anyway, it’s a lot of artistic inspiration and attitude that I pick up from them.
What’s the most exciting experience you’ve had as a fan account so far?
Seeing NCT Dream!
Are there any hardships you face as a fan account? How would you wish to address the problem(s)?
Not just as a fan account, but as a fan generally, being a K-pop fan and an ally to conservation and environmental aid (I’m with Greenpeace), is conflicting. I’m guilty of not buying physical albums, and any other paper merch, because of how wasteful it is. There isn’t any upcycling that is visible in the album production aspect of the K-pop industry and so I’m always left with conflict. Although I have been able to stand my ground, I just really feel hypocritical most times. I’m cutting down waste on a personal level, yet I’m supporting such a wasteful industry.
At the end of the day though, it’s leisure and I support them to my heart’s content and don’t let my leisurely interests clash with my ideologies.
If you could say a few words to your bias, what would they be?
Just a big fat thank you, honestly! Your work matters and you make other people matter!
Any additional remarks?
Thank you EnVi for existing!!! ?
@imchasejo
How long have you been a fan?
3 years.
What made you join the fandom?
NCT 2018 promotions. I liked the songs on the album. The V LIVEs and other promos were really fun to watch.
Who’s your bias?
Jaemin, Lucas, Ten, and Shotaro.
Any bias wreckers?
Johnny, Taeyong, Jungwoo, Sungchan, Taeil, Yuta, Doyoung, Xiaojun, Kun and Jaehyun.
What are some of your favorite songs?
“No Longer,” “Face To Face,” “We Go Up,” “Don’t Need Your Love,” “White Night,” “Firetruck,” “Take Off, King of Hearts,” “119,” “Stronger,” “Boss,” “Timeless,” “Volcano,” “My Everything,” “Misfit,”and “Baby Don’t Stop.”
How has NCT/WayV inspired you?
They have inspired me to be more confident in myself, to be more compassionate and sympathetic and to talk less and listen more. In short, I have learned to become a better version of myself.
What’s the most exciting experience you’ve had as a fan account so far?
Rather than one most exciting experience, it is more a collection of little joys. Every time there is an update or a mention party or new photos, it makes me happy and I get excited.
Are there any hardships you face as a fan account? How would you wish to address the problem(s)?
Most probably the fan wars. Even though I never engage in them, they still drain me. Since it is harder to change others, my solution was to focus more on myself. When I get stressed being on social media, I take a break. If I want updates, I only check my notifications or I google NCT.
If you could say a few words to your bias, what would they be?
Allow me to put my pitiful Korean to practice. ? 오늘도 수고했어요. 예전에도 지금도 앞으로도 잘해서고 너무너무 사랑스럽. 당신은 실력의 사람이에요. 행복하세요, 건강하고 아프지마 그리고 많이많이 사랑해요.
Any additional remarks?
I love the idea of this magazine. Keep up the good work. ?
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