How to Become a K-pop Superstar — in 7 Minutes | Charlene Kaye | TED
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DownloadHello everyone,
my name is Charlene Kaye.
I actually started my career out as a pop musician,
and after 20 years of grinding in the industry,
the way I know that I've finally made it
is that I am now ...
a stand up comedian.
(Laughter)
And today, here at TED,
I'd like to talk about something that I have been obsessed with for years,
which is K-pop.
Do we have any K-pop fans in here?
(Cheers)
Oh, nice.
If not, don't worry,
there's nothing wrong with being a straight dude.
(Laughter)
And if you love K-pop and you're a straight dude,
are you sure about that?
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Key Vocabulary (17)
Used to refer to the person or people that the speaker is addressing. It is the second-person pronoun used for both singular and plural subjects and objects.
To speak in order to give information or express ideas, feelings, or thoughts. It typically involves a conversation between two or more people or a person addressing an audience.
A female child or a young female person from birth until she reaches adulthood. It is also commonly used to refer to a daughter or, in informal settings, to a young woman.
Having a high temperature that can be felt or measured. It is used to describe the weather, objects like stoves or coffee, and even the spicy flavor of some foods.
Having a very low temperature or lacking warmth. It can describe the atmosphere, an object, or the physical sensation a person feels when they lose body heat.
small
"Little dog."
To express strong approval or praise for a person, idea, or action, either through the physical act of clapping or by formal commendation. At a C2 level, it frequently denotes a public or official endorsement of policies, decisions, or intellectual contributions.
A popular Italian dish consisting of a flat, round base of dough baked with a topping of tomato sauce and cheese, often with meat or vegetables. It is typically served in slices and can be eaten as a main meal or a snack.
"The pizza is important."
Winter is the coldest season of the year, occurring between autumn and spring. It is characterized by lower temperatures, shorter days, and in many regions, ice and snow.
"The winter is important."
A star is a very large ball of burning gas in space that looks like a small point of light in the night sky. In a broader sense, it can also refer to a famous person in movies, music, or sports.
"The star is important."
A genre of popular music that usually has a strong beat and a melody that is easy to remember. It is designed to be widely liked and is often played on the radio and in public places.
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