Technology and business tycoon, jack fanshared his stuff Two degrees A fanboy's story and how becoming a “ONCE Uncle” changed his life in a new interview with a Portland newspaper williamette week Online lifestyle magazine based in Los Angeles we are ageist. The 42-year-old CEO caught the attention of several Kpop fans, especially ONCE, when he tweeted about TWICE's main dancer. peachwas also featured in an article published in TIME.
Here are some highlights of his interview with WeAreAgeist.
Jack, how did you come to the attention of TWICE fans?
Three words: “What is MOMO?” During the Apple Event LIVE stream on September 10th, I noticed it trending on Twitter before Apple. I took a screenshot 20 minutes into the event and tweeted the following: While the #AppleEvent is currently underway, #MOMO is trending around the world. What is Momo? ”
I was immediately blown away by TWICE's fan base, ONCE. “First of all, sir, who is MOMO…” Billboard K-Pop columnist Jeff Benjamin tweeted. Enthusiastic fanbases continued to flood in messages asking to find out who TWICE is, who MOMO is, and why her amount is bigger news than Apple. My curiosity was piqued and the next day, news outlets around the world made this the biggest story I've ever been a part of.
What do you think about your new role as “ONCE Uncle”?
I think that's incredible. As an entrepreneur, I have spent over 20 years building businesses that engage audiences and consumers through personal connections and a desire to understand people's preferences. It was special to feel the heat of ONCE. They made me feel “special”, coincidentally the name of TWICE's latest release, and I never looked back. I fell in love with the positive energy and immediately connected with this fan base, which is primarily made up of his teens and young adults. It would have been easy for them to bash me for not knowing who their idols are, but instead I learned how great TWICE is and why I should be a fan, ONCE. It made sure that I understood what was going on. They anointed me “Samcheon” or “Uncle” and I quickly became the ONCE uncle of this amazing fan base.
Do you think people think of K-Pop as a millennial or Gen X phenomenon, or do you think it has fans of all ages?
Most people think of K-Pop as a millennial or Y/Z generation phenomenon, reserved for bubblegum pop teens who enjoy catchy songs and highly synchronized choreographed dance moves. I think. However, I quickly realized that I have many fans of all ages, genders, and orientations all over the world. Music should help express emotions through melodies and lyrics that connect with people at all stages of life. If you give it a chance, and understand the music beyond the visual appeal and bright colors often associated with “pop,” you'll discover a wide range of energy and positivity that can brighten anyone's day. Especially when I listen to TWICE. I want to give people who “secretly” like K-Pop or are just looking for something new and fresh, an opportunity to discover this music, no matter how old they are. I think. Happiness has nothing to do with age.
Would you like to go see TWICE's performance?
absolutely! I'm keeping an eye on their tour dates and appearances. I would be very happy if I could support TWICE as a member of ONCE's fan base. Until then, they have to work on fan chants and learn dance moves.
You may not be considered a typical K-pop fan, but what do you think this says about your age and culture?
Enjoy what you like. Music and culture should be timeless, just because we grew up listening to certain genres or watching certain movies. If it connects with you and makes you happy, nothing can hold you back. We are never “too old” to be happy. My fountain of youth is keeping things that make me smile, stay happy, and make me feel “special” at the end of the day.
And here's what he lovingly said during William Met Week about the fandom that once embraced him:
“I quickly realized that this fan base is amazing. People may say I'm collaborating, but that's not really the case. The important thing is to understand why this fan base is special. There's a positive energy in this fan base, and I love positivity. I think the world needs more positivity.”
True to his newfound fanboy nature, Jack Huang recently posted a piano cover of TWICE's latest release “It makes me feel special.”:
