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The right person
The right person
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Book Introduction
"Am I a suitable person now?"

The journey of Lee Chang-sub, a singer in his 14th year since debut, to reach the "present."
Lee Chang-seop's first essay published

The first essay of Lee Chang-sub, who is active as a member of the idol group 'BTOB', a solo singer, and a musician and entertainer, has been published.
It's already been 14 years since his debut, and he's already achieved many #1 records on music charts and high album sales, but author Lee Chang-sub still has a lot he wants to do and achieve.
From being an idol singer to becoming a musical actor, starting a vocal academy, and even becoming a web entertainment host for the first time in my life… The projects I started with the thought, “Should I give it a try?” have all continued to bear good fruit and have received an overwhelming amount of love from the public.
It can't just be luck.
This book contains the most everyday moments of Lee Chang-seop's life, from the early morning to the late evening, from the morning to the afternoon, until he achieved these results, to thoughts that were rarely revealed until now.


Lee Chang-sub says that he wants to do his best as a singer first and foremost, and defines a singer as a 'person who delivers.'
I feel immense happiness when I feel that the emotions, feelings, and meaning I wanted to convey through my songs have reached the fans and the public.
As a professional singer, I constantly strive to become someone who can convey the message both technically and emotionally, but I know that it won't be easy.
That is why he believes even more in the value of constantly looking back on himself, reflecting, and ultimately polishing himself to become a better 'me'.
From the days when we were trainees who were more tenacious in overcoming our anxiety, to our debut days when we were amazed and grateful for each and every fan who recognized us, to our days as 'BTOB' when we were all at our best, and until now.
Through the story of Lee Chang-seop, who has strived not to waste a single moment and does not want to stay still, anyone who is currently working on something will find themselves reminiscing about moments they have experienced.
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Prologue

PAGE 1 The Era

The right person
Just do it
The aesthetics of ensemble
A song full of sincerity
Find out and capture
Although we are going through difficult times
Breaking the fear
…yes!
On the Stage, In the Life
Standing well
It's my fault for being healthy
Creating a virtuous cycle system
Speak well and listen well
Triangle of Grief

PAGE 2 Days

Well then, I'll be leaving work now.
Dream House
coffee and beer
I met Guri by chance
No sound
I just walked
Michael Jackson
A night owl who wants to wake up early
Why I Love Boxing
Cartoon life
It started in an arcade
A trouble-free day

PAGE 3 Times and Days

Lee Chang-seop, a predictable person
Fan and up
Why are they all so handsome?
immersion
Debut and…
It's not special, but
Do not calculate by shortest distance
Quiet and comfortable relationship
1991
Thoughts on Death
Growing old as a stylish grandfather
Comparison is forbidden
Breakup practice
most

Epilogue

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Into the book
“I wish I were Schrödinger’s cat.”
It was a statement that contained the hope that I, too, would remain in an uncertain state to someone, like Schrödinger's cat, which could be either alive or dead until the box was opened.

--- p.16 From “The Right Person”

I try not to do things by feeling.
If you work by relying on your intuition at the time, your gaps will eventually be exposed.
So, when I practice, I tend to thoroughly simulate even the smallest things.

--- p.20 From "Just Do It"

Just as songs often bring back memories for me, I wish I could capture the air, smells, temperatures, and moods of everyday life and then take them out of a drawer and express them when I sing.
I want to remember it well, digest it as my own, and then put it out into the world as a song.
--- p.32 From “Understanding and Capturing”

After we first moved, it took some time for both my manager and I to adjust.
At first, even if I set aside plenty of time, there were times when the distance was farther than expected or traffic was congested.
But there was something I wanted to change, even if it meant going through the trouble of having to hurry up and do it in advance.
It was a life where I knew how to turn the switch on and off with certainty.
--- p.79 From "Then I'll leave work now"

At the time, I couldn't quite articulate what it meant to me to take time to walk alone, but looking back, I think I was willing to take time for isolation.
I still believe that to some extent, isolation makes me stronger.
Just as all muscles need exercise to grow, I believe that I can only move forward if I take time to think alone and focus on myself.
--- p.104 From "I Just Walked"

I like a quiet day where I can focus on a cup of coffee at home in the morning or the clouds floating in the sky in mysterious shapes.
A day of sitting in the living room in my pajamas and playing with Guri.
And one day, while watching a movie on Netflix, it was already evening.
I hope tomorrow will be safe and happy like this.
--- p.131 From "A Day Without Trouble"

The singer I define as someone who delivers.
Of course, elements like pitch and performance are important, but in the end, what's most important is that I convey the song and its meaning to someone.
I always think about what I can convey to my listeners, and while sharing my story, I also want to create a space for the listeners to share their own stories.
--- p.177 from "1991"

Publisher's Review
From the desire to do well,
The hardest part is finding the right line

The adjective 'adequate' has more than one nuance.
Moderation is when a certain level is reached and one says, 'This is enough,' and moderation is when everything is perfectly appropriate, neither too much nor too little.
The moderation that author Lee Chang-seop wants to achieve is closer to the latter.


When I first entered the musical field, one of the pieces of advice a senior gave me was, "Just do it."
The phrase 'just do it' may sound easy if you just accept it, but that's not what it means.
The meaning of 'just do it' that the author realized is a freedom that can only be achieved after going through all the trials and errors and being thoroughly prepared.
The days I have now are the result of countless repetitions of practice and patience until I can do something 'just right', until something reaches a state of 'just right'.
This book is a record of Lee Chang-seop's intense time and effort to be appropriate.

'This is how I live.
How about you?'

Before telling his most intimate stories, the author readily shares with us even his most ordinary moments.
My first encounter with Copper, the last movie I saw, my night routine, my thoughts at dawn, even the story of the grasshopper that suddenly appeared in my house.
The author, who does not consciously go to a certain place to get inspiration, rather finds seeds of inspiration in nature and everyday life that pass by casually outside the car window.
These are things like the trees on a rainy street, the sun peeking out from between the clouds, and the refreshing first sip of beer after a long swim in the ocean.
He looks closely at things that would have no meaning if just passed by.
I reflect on it, create new meaning, and try to connect it with my work.


In the midst of repetitive daily life, it is not easy to discover precious and valuable scenery.
It could be because you are caught up in your worries or work.
The author is not the same.
I always get nervous before a performance, and sometimes I get anxious when I don't sing well.
Still, the feeling that I must sing my own song the most, the small moments of joy that nestle in the cracks of everyday life, the fact that I got through the day without a hitch become the link that allows me to live through the next day.
As you read about his daily life, taking big and small steps, you will be able to feel the precious value of everyday life that you had forgotten and the meaning of what you do.
GOODS SPECIFICS
- Date of issue: February 25, 2025
- Format: Hardcover book binding method guide
- Page count, weight, size: 216 pages | 300g | 128*188*14mm
- ISBN13: 9791173570025
- ISBN10: 1173570020

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