INFINITE H has successfully showcased their hip-hop abilities and success as a unit group with their high rankings on various online charts.

While the seven members are usually known for their extremely well-synchronized dance moves, INFINITE H displays a more carefree and comfortable charm. They recently sat down to conduct a fun interview with Asia Today.

Dongwoo and Hoya have been quite busy as they're working on both activities for INFINITE as well as their own promotions and schedule for INFINITE H. However, the duo who've always stated ever since their debut that "one day, let's do hip-hop music", seem very happy with fulfilling that dream, despite the killer schedule.

"Both of us liked hip-hop from the very start, that's what sparked the dream of becoming singers. The two of us have always gotten along well and we've always danced together. We really didn't expect for the reaction to INFINITE H to be so great. We believe that it's because the other songs on the album are also good and that's the reason why many people have listened. Some of the INFINITE members expressed their interest in being featured in some of the songs. But that takes away the true meaning of being a 'unit' so we had to turn them down (laughing)."



INFINITE H's mini album 'Fly High' represents wings, and the freedom of flying. The title single "Special Girl" features the melodic rapping of the members, as well as the smooth vocals of R&B artist Bumkey.

"The song is about a guy who hasn't confessed his feelings to the one he likes and is just imagining it. I think there are some similarities with us (laughing). Maybe it's because of INFINITE's image that many people thought that we'd come back with a strong single, but we wanted to surprise everyone with a sweet song like 'Special Girl'. The relatable lyrics and easy melody are the song's strong points."

The music video, which features the two members in love with a girl, attracted much attention from their fans. While Hoya has already shown some of his acting abilities in tvN's 'Reply 1997', it was Dongwoo's first time acting, but he stated, "After this opportunity, I've even had thoughts of trying my hand in acting, if I can find a part that fits me."

"The dramatic filming adds a new twist to the music video. We set a new record with the filming of the video. It was supposed to take four days to film, but we didn't have enough time, so we ended up completing the filming in just one day. We started at 9 AM and ended at 4 PM the next day. It was really tiring, working for 30 hours straight, but it was a lot of fun (laughing)."

As lovers of hip-hop, the members also felt much pressure from trying the genre, especially since it's easy for people to shoot down idol dance singers who try out hip-hop.

However, with hip-hop veterans including Primary, Dynamic Duo, and DJ Wagon working alongside them, INFINITE H's album was able to be even more successful.



"Before we started working on the album, we were really worried that hip-hop fans would not appreciate the album, but after we began, all of our worries vanished. Working with our amazing hip-hop sunbaenims helped throw away our doubts. Dynamic Duo had even more energy than we, as idols, do in the recording studio. They write lyrics on the spot, and they even told us to try saying anything in the recording studio. Some of those things even went into the album... It was truly a lot of fun."

When asked whether they like promoting as INFINITE or INFINITE H better, both Dongwoo and Hoya paused for a long time and ended up stating, "We can't even decide."

"It's because the charms of the two groups are completely different, which is what we like. INFINITE is charismatic with their synchronized dance moves, while INFINITE H is a more carefree and unadulterated side to us. When we were performing 'Special Girl', I realized how many possible gestures and moves there are. I never thought the day that we do 'aegyo' on stage would come (laughing). We want to become a unit that brings a smile to the faces of people who watch us."

Source & Image: Asia Today