Haeseong (Endzone)

**Haeseong** is a member of SM Entertainment's Endzone. His positions within the group are Main Dancer, Lead Rapper, Sub-Vocalist, Visual and Center.

## Facts

* Haeseong is a part of **Endzone G,** **Endzone Dance Unit** and **Endzone 016**
* Haeseong was a part of **Endzone C**
* Haeseong's hobbies are dancing, kickboxing, trying new combinations of clothing
* Haeseong's favorite artist is Super Junior
* Haeseong was introduced as the sixth male member of SM Rookies on December 23rd, 2013
* Haeseong joined SM Entertainment in 2009
* Haeseong's vocal type is Tenor
* Haeseong is the tallest member in Endzone
* Although Haeseong is positioned as center, the group said that there really isn't a definite center
* Syx said he was shocked to see how Haeseong danced so well despite his height
* Chihun said Haeseong was the best teacher among the trainees when it came to dancing
* Haeseong was highly praised during his predebut era for his dancing skills and facial expressions
* Haeseong said that he does not want to dye his hair in the future as he never did it
* Haeseong named Super Junior's Donghae as the celebrity he wanted to meet the most
* Haeseong only auditioned for SM Entertainment because of Super Junior
* Haeseong shares a room with the other Endzone G members
* Haeseong's ideal type: "Someone who loves the cold and wants to go on trips with me"
* Haeseong's vocal range: G#2-A4(F5)

## Becoming Endzone: Haeseong

*2009*

What's up? My name is Yeon Haeseong, I am 12 and I'm about to become K-Pop's newest sensation. I mean I hope so at least.

I'm taking dance classes and I'm considered the best there. I had a lot of trouble when I joined because I'm tall. I'm 12 and I'm 174cm. That is pretty dope but I used to look ridiculous dancing. But now, I'm killing it.

Why do I think I'm gonna be famous soon? Well, this SM scout came to the studio and I could tell he had an eye on me. I must admit that I really like SM, Shinee debuted recently and they are amazing. They were also home for Super Junior, the coolest dudes in Korea.

You know who I love? My mom. She really knows what's best for me. As a kid, I'd always be getting down to songs and mom noticed some potential in me. She enrolled me in dance classes from age 7 and I must tell you it was the right call.

I know SM is hardcore but I'm sure I can take it. I believe in my skills, I just have to go ahead and show them.

The dudes in my class were still hopeful they could be called up. A lot of them were older than me so thet actually felt that it would be a factor. I was unbothered to be honest, they weren't that good. Most of them just learned right but had nothing interesting to their moves. They were pretty dull. The girls were better though. But still, I didn't feel like I would be competing with them. I truly felt they would pick me and a girl. At least that's what our teachers said. I have a good pick for the girl, the 18 year old Minji. She's the best girl dancer of our class.

Today, I have dance class and I'm hoping to hear some good news.

We have our class and as usual it goes very well. It's always fun. Our thursday teacher has a great energy and she pushes us a lot. I respect her a lot. She was my biggest mentor up until now.

Before the class ends, teacher announces that the SM scout will come to the studio tomorrow during our class and say if he there's anyone selected. Apparently, the selected people would go to an individual audition. I'm getting that shot.

I know myself. I get myself some very good sleep and get ready for tomorrow's class. At this point, school is not my priority. Mom would be mad if she knew how much I think about other things when I'm at school.

There we are in our class. I'm legit doing my best without being a show off like the other lame dudes. Minji is also doing amazing, makes me think that I might share the crown with someone else. My confidence is way up high, I know that I'm a decent dancer.

The class ends and teacher gives space for the scout to talk to us.

"Hi, everyone. As you know, I'm a scout for SM Entertainment and I've come to your studio to see if there are prospects to come to our building and try out for an individual audition. I am going to be straightforward with you. I've made up my mind the day I came here for the first time. There are two students that really caught my attention and I believe would be great fit for SM."- said the scout.

This must be me and Minji. I have no doubt in my heart. It's finally going to happen, I'm joining a company.

"The selected students are Yeon Haeseong and Kim Hwayoung. Congratulations!"

What? Hwayoung? Really? She just joined the classes and she is very unexperienced. Minji is way better, honestly, all the other girls are better than her right now.

You know what? I think I get it. Hwayoung is really pretty. She has an idol-like face. Did I get picked for my looks too? That sucks. Minji must be pretty upset, she really wanted to get into SM. I don't know how to feel right now but I guess I got the opportunity so I must do my best and prove that I'm not only a good-looking guy.

I had some time before the audition but the dance classes became the worst. Minji quit. No one wanted to talk to me or Hwayoung. I was not having it. I confronted some of the guys for being cold to us, rude even.

"What is going on? Are you mad at me for some reason?"

"Go mind your business, pretty boy."- said one of the boys.

"Are you mad that I got picked over you? I'm the best dancer in this class."- I said it firmly.

"Oh, come on! You know you and Hwayoung only got picked because of your face."

That got to me. Not only did this dude completely disregard my dance skill, he also mistreated a girl. I won't stand it.

I was ready to go up to him but our teacher broke up the fight. I wish she didn't but I will always respect her.

From that point on, my only friend in class was Hwayoung. We ended up getting along really well, she is 12 too so that made it easier for us to connect. She was very nervous about her audition but I offered to help her prepare for it.

I don't know really but I think Hwayoung is starting to like me. I sure hope she isn't. All I can think about is getting into SM. I think she can do it too but I have to focus on myself.

*Audition Day*

Finally I have my chance to join SM Entertainment. Me and Hwayoung have our individual audition today. I have prepared two performances just in case. *Shinee- Replay* and *Super Junior- Don't Don.*

I do it. It was pretty cool. No need to worry, I saw the auditioners' faces. They were suprised at my skills.

I get some really good feedback. They say my moves are very sharp and I have good pacing. They said I have the look of an idol and that my eyes are very charming when I dance. The only thing they criticised was my singing. I knew I wasn't a good singer and they reminded me of it but they assured me that it would change once I got proper training. That gave me a lot of hope that I would get in.

I waited for Hwayoung's audition to be over. We came together to Seoul. My mom and hers were chatting the whole time since we left Sokcho.

Hwayoung finally arrived and she looked fine. Apparently, she did just as well as me if not better. All we had to do was wait for them to call us.

*3 days later...*

I was chilling at home when I got a visit. Hwayoung came to my house to tell me she got accepted and will move to Seoul to be a SM trainee. She was sure I had already been called but she was wrong.

We're having dinner together when the phone rings. Mom eagerly picks it up and basically just shouts to everyone that it's from SM. I tell her to pass me the phone.

I was sure of it but somehow it still suprised to hear that I passed the audition. Until it happens it only feels like a wish or a dream. It changed my life, I felt it right there and then. My first audition ever was succesful.

It feels good to make it with Hwayoung. She looks even prettier when she's happy.

*Trainee Days*

I've been here in SM for a while. Life is pretty different from what it used to be. Always in the dance studio, always practicing, new school. My life truly changed drastically but it's better than ever.

There are some amazing dudes here. Kai and Kyungsoo are big standouts to me. There's also some chinese guys with a lot of talent at dancing too. Zitao and Yixing are amazing. Despite all that, I made a big impact too. I'm considered one of the biggest newcomers right now.

I hang out with Hwayoung a lot still but she is having a lot of trouble adapting. I feel concerned for her. Recently, she asked if she made a mistake coming here. I may have been cold but I said that she should be the one to know the answer. In my opinion, she should be here but maybe that's not true for her.

A year has passed and things have been going pretty well. I became good friends with the other boys and with some of the girls. I have been doing amazing, it's incredible. My dancing skills are on a whole new level that I didn't even think I could reach. I'm still not as good as some of the other guys but that's really good motivation for me. I want to catch up.

Hwayoung left the company. She couldn't keep up and started feeling really bad. I tried helping her but it was futile. She could not withstand this any longer. She went back to Sokcho.

*2012*

This is great. SM will debut a new boy group. Don't get me wrong, I'm not gonna be a part of it. I'm just excited for my friends that will. Kai, Yixing, Sehun. All of the guys debuting.

I practice with these guys on a daily basis so it's obvious I'd be more than happy to see their effort pay off. I know mine will soon and I'm fine with that.

I think Kyungsoo is a little upset he's not debuting but if I have to be honest, I'm kind of glad. I want to be in the same team as him. We get along pretty well and he was a big help for me when I got here. I think he's really cool. All the girls think too, if you know what I mean.

I hate being this guy but I'm on a difficult age. Being 15 sucks. Everything feels weird and boys are weird. I like hanging out with the girls more but I have some issues. I am super comfortable around girls unless I kind of feel attracted to her. Don't make fun of me. I'm tall and I can fight.

All the trainees are pretty, no doubt but like every teenager I developed some sort of crush on someone. What? I won't tell you who. What if she finds out? I'm doing okay. Trainees shouldn't date or anything so I'll just leave it be and try to be less awkward around her. I mean, she's older too so I shouldn't even be dreaming of something like that.

*SM Rookies*

Apparently, if we are going to debut in SM's next boy group, we should be called up for the SM Rookies project.

I think I'm going to be selected. I am one of the top dancers among trainees. My only competition would be Kyungsoo and this guy we call Maxy. All of us should be called up. Also the strongest vocalists are probably going to be called up to like Minjae and Yeonsik.

I was right. Kyungsoo was the first selected trainee. He deserved it. He's been here for longer than like any of the guys I know and he rules.

Okay. I'm going to say it. I'm tense. So far, 5 trainees have been selected and I'm not one of them. What is going on? I've been highly praised and my popularity is enormous in SM. If I were to be picked it should have happened by now. No offense to Kyungsoo, Minjae, Sunwoo, Yeonsik or Sunsoo. They definitely are great but why not me? I'm gonna calm down. 11 boys will be selected. I still have a shot.

How stupid was I to think I could have not been selected? I was literally sleepless over nothing. I was 6th rookie. I was going to make it anyway, they said to me. Why didn't they just announce me earlier then? I don't even care. I'm in and on the right track to debut and even better, debut with guys that I absolutely adore.