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A hero is someone that is distinguished for courage and ability, one who is respected for his/her bravery and noble qualities. A hero is also someone who has heroic qualities in the eyes of another; these qualities include determination, loyalty, courage, and perseverance amongst many respected attributes. The hero that’s given me strength and hope for 3 years to date is JaeJoong Kim. JaeJoong is the main vocalist in a Korean band, though I’m only one out of his 800,000 registered fans, I believe I can speak for the majority of this massive fan club that JaeJoong is a hero.

JaeJoong has the heroism it takes to be considered a modern hero; the most attractive quality is his determination. JaeJoong wanted to sing for the world, he wanted to present the world with the best he can. Regardless of the countless obstacles he faced to chase his dream, he never gave up. Regardless of the cruelty and threats he faced, he never lost faith in his songs. Regardless of the difficulty he handles behind the luxurious stage, he always smiled and encouraged his fans. JaeJoong is a hero and a role model, his determination set an example that numerous fans have chose to follow. From the first time he appeared on stage with his four fellow band mates, he sang with all that he felt, from the first time his passion and love attracted dozens. His first song was performed on December 26th of 2003. Last week almost five years since debut, he performed again on the same stage for the same event. JaeJoong’s voice still held his passion; his eyes still loved all his fans. Regardless of dozens of offers to sing for a ‘better’ band and higher paycheques, JaeJoong remains loyal to the four band mates he debut with.

Courage is easy when you have nothing to lose, but when you have everything at stake, courage is hard to maintain. JaeJoong’s band, ‘Dong Bang Shin Ki’, dominated South Korea within 730 days, becoming one of the top bands in their ‘newbie’ years. Their company soon had bigger ambitions; they wanted the band to dominate Japan, China, Thailand, Malaysia and Singapore as well. JaeJoong left his home country, practised by day, and learned languages by night. He stepped out of his comfort zone and faced the challenge of foreign countries. He took every criticism in five new languages, handled stress without showing his loneliness to any person or camera, and lived with every fellow celebrity discriminating against him and his band. Now years after he’s won the heart of fans all across Asia, he admits that it indeed was difficult to be away from home. However, during those hard times, JaeJoong never once showed his fans any discomfort he felt. JaeJoong had fears, but he chose to face them head on. JaeJoong told no one of his pains, but he took care of his fellow band mate’s. JaeJoong worried for others, and hide his difficulties so no one would need to worry for him. That is courage.

 Many celebrities change after they’re famous enough; many adopt attitudes and habits that their fans did not fall for. JaeJoong always try to remain the same. His perseverance of his original dream has been kept nicely in tact. JaeJoong wanted to bring the best music to his fans, and he is fully aware that riches will block him from his passion. Therefore, up to date, JaeJoong refused to change to a more luxurious apartment, or to have his own private apartment away from the other four members. JaeJoong spend hours composing songs, and writing lyrics for their next album. His love and dedication is valuable, and has influenced many to persevere when it comes to chasing and fulfilling your dreams. JaeJoong is a hero to me, JaeJoong is a hero to 800,000 others, and JaeJoong may be your hero too if you allow yourself to see.