After watching this video, I hope you guys rewatch his performance in a new light. Because if I were to point out all the techniques in his performance, it'll be its own series 🤣 Because I am only familiar with a few dance genres technique, there may be those that I overlook. So if any of you found any other technique that Lee Know uses often, do share it here 🥰
definitely will watch it all again! the appreciation i have for lee know just got raised higher and grew bigger it's such an honor to watch him perform
Can I ask the series of that performance because its so worth it and I swear Lee Know it's so underestimated as the GREAT dancer he is, he literally is one of the best dancers (if not the best) of the 4 gen
Fun fact, Lee Know is the only jype artist to complete their basic dance moves in just two weeks... some artists took months/years, some even debuted without completing the jype basic dance moves. That's how great of a dancer he is.
I just wanted to add tho, that this is how he got notice and could join the members just one month prior to the survival show with only a few weeks of training. So basically, he broke twice Momo’s 3 month record and from what got7 had revealed, ~ 1 year seems to be the average time it takes to complete the class.
@ludvig3242 He was a great dancer prior to bts back up. He competed in Korea world of dance in group with Bada Lee and Vata and other choreographers now.
What people forget is LeeKnow is very aware he is not a solo performer. He isnt flashy on purpose, he has the technique and level to show off, but instead stays back to let the whole group shine. Like a true pro.
I’m a dancer and I get so upset when they do not include him they need to see that dancing isn’t about who has the best style or who’s more powerful it mean who has best technique best control who enjoys it who expressed themselves thru dancing and leeknow is the only Kpop dancer I’ve seen that controls himself and has all the standard a true professional should meet also he dances as a group not for himself I know when he dances for himself he’s powerful
@junhanzz it’s not talk but sometime idols that are the best performer make their move look sloppy not that good yeah they Stan out cuz they us their whole energy but they make the dance move look really stiff but obviously people don’t look thru that but if they were to perform with professional I’m sorrry they wouldn’t make it cuz its about the cleanest technique and energy and they tend to focus more on energy then real technique movement
Important things to note: Lee Know works hard to make sure all of stray kids shine dance wise and that he doesn't stick out because he wants them to be seen as a team (not word for word but he did confirm that these days his focus is one SKZ shining as a team thus he dances for his team these days and not so much for himself like he used to when he first became a dancer. Next his moves are always powerful and sharp but no unless it's a solo for SKZ he's not showy like say Hyunjin is so people tend to focus more on Hyunjin alot of times. Also Hyunjin has always been given more opportunities to show his dance (no hate to Hyunjin btw) But though Kingdom was a wild rollercoaster I'm happy Stray kids did the show because it showed alot of people just how powerful and versatile Lee Know is as a dancer and perhaps why Chan says Lee know is a master at dancing and why he wanted him for his team. Never forget this man was dancing for 4-5 years professionally prior to joining SKZ not mention all the competitions he's been in and the fact that he danced for BTS who are known for having some of the most insane choreographies. Lastly he's an amazing teacher and choreographer. Thank you for this video. Outside of Ten from NCT/WayV/SuperM Lee know is one idol I view as being a powerful super talented dancer. His skills are no joke and I can't wait to see him shine more in the future.
Yesss that is what i notice too. And i do remember LK said that after he joined stray kids, he doesnt dance for himself but for stray kids. He can really control his dancing, like going all out and powerful for solo but he also can tone down his dancing in group dance. I think that shows just how good he is as a dancer and also as team player. He also teaches the members a lot on how to do the correct moves. He truly is a dancing gem and i think he is one of the reasons why stray kids performances are always so solid and powerful. Cmiiw, but i also notice that LK is the one member who moves a lot during stage performance, like he is literally all over the stage. Idk but i feel like he is doing it to support other members as well, like making the stage more balance
동의합니다.. 카메라도 리노를 많이 보여주지 않았다..하물며 자신의 파트일때 조차도 다른 멤버를 보여주는 경우가 많았다..그래서 메댄임에도 불구하고 리노를 알아채지못하는 사람들이 많았고, 반대로 원샷을 많이 잡아주는 멤버는 주목을 받을수밖에 없다..나는 리노에게 더 많은 기회가 생기기를 바라며, 카메라에도 좀더 노출되기를 원한다.(적어도 본인 파트일때만이라도 제대로..) 마지막으로 JYPE도 리노에게 더 나은 센터 역할을 주어야 한다고 생각한다. 양심적으로...
"he dances for his team these days and not so much for himself" - ikr? there are certain stages where he stands out a lot , like the recent Tiger Inside performance - I could not take my eyes off him. Every movement was so clean and, unexaggerated and so well timed whereas he blends in more during skz performances (unless he's in the center/spotlight). I am not a dancer but I had always thought that great dancers always stand out in performances, like one of my other bias Ten from NCT - but I was always confused when it came to LK.
This is what i love about leeknow the most! I've been trying to explain a similar point to my other friends but the way you worded this is so concised.
I was always surprised on how he can have such stable and consistent energy throughout the performance that even when he is actually tired you wouldn't notice he is. He maintains that charisma till the end and never let you take your eyes off him once
Thank you so much for taking the time to actually analyze Lee Knows’ dancing. I once saw a “dancer ranking” of 4th gen main dancers and was so happy at first they actually included him, but the research on him was so clearly half assed that they actually said he has weak core strength. Like…I am not a dancer but thats just factually so wrong it is laughable. This video was fascinating because it was the first time someone could explain to me, a complete amateur, why Minho’s dancing is so mesmerizing once you notice him. I don’t care for comparisons, but my eyes honestly go to him on every performance and his is the first fancam I check out, it’s fascinating watching him move.
@@al324 they usually use excuses like"he underdances" when I have never seen him underdance before.Also(please correct me if I am wrong)what do facials have to do with your strength as a dancer?
Before I knew them, their names or even their positions. Lee know stood out to Mr so much as a dancer. Im a professional and I like to analyse others dance techniques and I was so stunned by his dance abilities. He truly is a dance gem 💎
I always found Lee Know's dancing extremely satisfying and effortless. It's like he was made for it and even the toughest looking choreographies came naturally to him. I'm always proud of him but knowing what exactly he's doing makes me respect him so much more. Thank you for this analysis!!
Thank you! I hate how underappreciated he is just because people think showiness is the primary measure of a dancer. He's so good that the average viewer doesn't _notice_ he's so good.
But that's the whole point! People don't watch performances for excellent dancing; they watch for excellent *_performing_* , which u cannot do just by being good with your dancing. It's only dance analysers and people who are really into dance that will appreciate great dancing; most people want a great performer.
@@Gemstones1000 I don't totally agree. I think it is subjective, I enjoy so much more watching someone dance perfectly and on point, just like Lee Know, for me that's equal to great performance, more than a flamboyant dancing (which I also like and appreciate)
@@Gemstones1000 there are entire videos where i go “alright lets watch the members individually”. And i always end up looking al LK. He is a great performer and a fantastic dancer, and i cannot look away
Someone commented on another video that they watch Lee Know's fancams to learn choreography because he dances so cleanly. It was only then that I noticed how well he danced. Now, it's hard to focus on anyone else when they're dancing.
I'm not a pro dancer or anything but the thing that strikes me the most about Lee Know's dancing is that he has fantastic footwork. His lower body angles and wide stance are beautiful because of how light he is on his feet and how he shifts their angles to move his legs subtly. I think it was in the Finesse cover where he rotated his foot much more than 90° outward to execute a really quick and clean spin, and I was so mesmerized. You can also see in one of the Danceracha songs that he taps his feet along with the beat during the dance at times that makes his dance so beautifully dynamic. He's really clean with his footwork. Also just that he never misses a beat. Felix has gotten a lot better, and I think he tries to imitate Lee Know's techniques (since Lee Know is the dance leader) and that shows. The execution is sometimes not there, but the angles and energy are. Hyunjin is just too stylized to actually compare, but since Lee Know tends to incorporate changing the choreo to fit Hyunjin's style, it tends to stand out. It also strikes me that Lee Know can just pull off anything flawlessly, whereas everyone else's range in dancing is very limited. Bang Chan may be the only exception, but his execution isn't there because his main focus isn't on dance. Lee Know is just *chef's kiss* and it almost feels like despite being the main dancer and dance leader, he's still underrated compared to the appreciation he should get, and that's wild. So it's nice to find a video like this!
Thank you for including Bang Chan in the analysis. I watch his dances and compare them to Lee Know's dances. They are similar. I also realize that Bang Chan can not devote as much time or energy to the dances as he would like. Bang Chan is too busy with the bigger picture of writing and producing music. Thankfully, Bang Chan has Lee Know to focus on the choreography.
His moves are so clean and elegant and precise, i wish he asked for more solo dancing work, i know he doesn't bother too much but we're being severly deprived of seeing all his talent, i loved watching him in Kingdom especially!!
Finally an in-depth appreciation of Lee Know’s intellectual way of dancing/performing! That description during efficiency was so fitting for him, no wonder when I try to remember SKZ choreographies Lee Know comes to mind immediately cause the way he does the moves made the greatest impression to me.
Might I add that this man went to a school for engineering and studied mechanical engineering, which kinda is visible in this video. Gosh my life would be complete with either the dance skill or the brain of this guy-
Backup dancers are pro dancers because amateur dancers would stand out in the background in a bad way. Dance is a sport, takes years and brutal honesty and analysis to get better (like swimming, gymnastics, boarding…..). Lee Know has clearly gone thru the grinder and came out shining. He is the first in SKZ who can execute all skz choreos like a champ and maintains efficiency in energy and recovery. He is not a flashy dancer though, a somewhat negative being an idol in the center position. However, he has been making progress flirting with videocam confidently. Last year his stage presence was 10x better than 2020’s.
Minho is slowly captivating me more and more.His stage presence in getting much bettet and I feel like a storm is coming for it's name is hurricane LEE KNOW
Well, idk if I agree on him not being a flashy dancer, he is, when he is dancing solo. But one of the reasons that makes him such a good dancer, and very much the dance leader in skz, is the fact that he NEVER tries, or wants, to overpower and outshine the other members in group. He has said a few times at this point, that he doesn't dance for him, he dances for the group. He wants to balance the group.
as someone who doesn't know the technicalities of dancing yet is still able to recognize how impressive and simply amazing leeknow is, this video is perfection, puts into words and examples the reasons why he is the best dancer. thank you so much for making this video! i loved it!
Thanks for this thorough analysis. I know that lee know is a detailed and perfectionist dancer but I didn't know that he can be that detailed like the hand movements? The angles? I'm shookted. And it's so satisfying that he never underdance or overdo because as what I've seen, some idols tends to overdance to create the impression of having the best impact to the point of looking messy and cutting the routine itself. I just want to say that to some nonstays and stays out there who thinks that lee know is a dancer who underdance. Well see it for yourself, the guy have said it himself that he intentionally not to stand out much because he wants the team to be in uniform and one. And to some who says that he doesn't deserve to be a dance leader, y'all should know that bangchan himself gives that leadership to lee know because he sees lee know as one who is capable of everything related to dancing. Even the members are always thankful to lee know in regards to dancing. The man is already on his way to become a professional choreographer, he's a professional dancer before he becomes a trainee, he trained for 4-5 years in dancing, have his dance crew, participated in World of Dance, being one of bts' back up dancer. He trained the longest on being a professional dancer than being an artist himself who is only a month. Never underestimate Lee Know's capabilities.
This perfectly explains that Lee Know is one of the best dancers in his generation. I've known him a very detailed dancer but didn't know he was this detailed explained in this video, even his energy is very detailed. It is definitely one of the techniques he acquired from his dancing experience in high school and from being a back up dancer. Im still confused why he is still overlooked/underrated as a dancer by the public, not just in his group but in his industry (i mean, he is an underrated member). People should appreciate not just idol performers because both things can be good as each other. I hope he'll get the recognition hed deserves. (performer=dancer). Definition of terms Performer: more of like focusing on stage presence and expressions, but still a good dancer Dancer: morr of like a detailed dancer but still a good performer Also, i cabr reallly learn a lot of things from your videos, tysm, Happy New Year
I think people should mention more often that he learned from older dancers who had years of experience in contests/competitions rather than backup dancing gigs, since the skill level is a lot higher to be selected by dancers who do competitions. He was part of the Cupcakes dance crew (I think they changed to Cakebox at some point) and the older dancers who led his team selected and trusted him enough to take him with them to World of Dance
minho chose to be an idol, passing 40 jyp basic dances in 2 weeks and was already a professional dancer before that. he was in the same dance crew as bada lee, redy shin and vata among others who are known for creating incredible choreographies for idols. nothing else to say
Very proud of Lee Know, he's a natural dancer,he is skilled to be choreographer because he creates amazing choreos just by himself,very skilled and good looking and also great rapper,glad he's my bias.
This is the type of dance analysis videos that are unbiased. It's so detailed and on point and even provides references to make it more clear for the viewers. Honestly, I don't watch individual fancams before but I accidentally watched lee know's God's menu fancam and I was shocked because he is precise and has that huge body control, also he doesn't look tired the entire performance which even shocked me that's why I started watching other fancams of his and realized he is really a perfect dancer. Honestly, he doesn't over dance nor underdance that's what I liked about him, He knows how to dance powerfully and when to slow down, in simple terms not exaggerated movements. His facial expressions are just naturally captivating and I noticed that he has a beautiful sharp face and a natural fierce look that even a small smirk, fierce look, simple smile or any expressions he does is captivating?? Compared to other dancers that do a lot of facial expressions or movements to look cool or smthn bc honestly speaking it doesn't look good, it only looks exaggerated and most fans view that as 'powerful or cool/ energetic'. It is a charm to be expressive however don't overdo it and lee know is a good example of a natural charismatic dancer! No wonder Professional choreographers mention him a lot too. Plus he is a good dance teacher and overall he is attractive in anyway too 🐱
As a dancer I agree completely, Lee Know is one of the best if not the best Idol dancers out there, and the fact that he achieved a lot of these skills at such a young age is incredible (don't even get me started with singing/rapping while dancing at the same time at his level). When it comes to dancing it truly comes down to the the little details (such as you displayed for the Wolf perf), when you dance, you want to hit a certain position or move cleanly while still using the correct technique, almost as if they were gonna take a picture of you in the in that very moment, that fact that he achieves this time and time again in all of his performances is very impressive. This was so satisfying to watch, the detail, chefs kiss
Up until today, no one can beat your detailed explanation about dancing. Feels like I attend a dancing class and watching a documentary. Lowkey wish for 2nd episode for lee know's dancing style in the future
when u said that the way he dance makes out everlasting memories to the viewers strucked me hard cause that is how he became my ult even hes not the one i first noticed when i got introduced to skz.still remember the first time i saw his part in a relay (i guess its backdoor??).and then boom,the rest is history
this video is so accurate at a lot of levels. as a dancer who was trained by a lot of professionals, I know that those "professional choreographers" aren't much seen as great dancers in the eyes of those who don't dance because they have proper techniques that they need to follow in order to execute the dance moves properly and efficiently to their body. that's what makes them "professionals". it's not the amount of how hard you pop or how powerful you dance, but it's about creating balance and understanding your body in order to get the moves scientifically and artistically right. and that's why lee know is so good at dancing. when they're dancing as a whole team, you can't really notice him unlike hyunjin because he knows how to blend his movements and dance FOR A TEAM. but when you see him dance solo that's when you'll really notice his professionalism when it comes to dancing. for example his dance solo in the Kingdom teaser, you can actually see how fluid and effortless he executed those hard dance steps. if you watch a lot of professional choreographers in America like Matt Steffanina, Tim Milgram, Kyle Hanagami, etc. the first thing that you'll notice is how they dance with TECHNIQUES, not just with full power. and I think lee know resembles the way they dance, seeing that he took professional dance classes way before he became a jyp trainee. another dancer I can see dancing the same way as lee know is kino of pentagon. since they both attended professional dance classes during pre-debut days.
I have a question: How to master the technique and understand your body so well? I just need to practice enough and things will come with time or is there more to it? How to find professionals dancers to learn the right technique? Any tips? thanks for answering ~
he makes dancing look effortless even with skz's really hard choreos. his energy is so well distributed and i personally love paying attention to his angles and to how "long" each of his moves are
Thanks for breaking down into details why Lee Know is an amazing dancer. He has the best technique but this is often overlooked in kpop idols. I really hope more and more people will recognize how clean and powerful his moves are because he's one of the best dancers out there.
The amount of control he has over his body movement, like in his isolations, is just extraordinary. Its a beautiful balance of powerful and fluid that looks so effortless.
A year back when the saw the the dancerachas vlive I was so shocked how all 3 danced continuosly for long...but lee know caught my eye ...while hyunjin amd felix looked exhausted by the songs in the end(no hate to them ) leeknow's dance was still "clean".I never understood how he was able to do that...that tym I thought he must have more stamina than felix and hyunjin.but ..after a few months I realized it's not stamina only(both hyunjin and felix too have that) it's the technique he uses ...and how he uses natural forces to do his moves efficiently(what u mentioned) ..when I rewatched the vlive I realised how efficient he is....this was so intresting to see as fellow dancer.
Thanks for this detailed video as someone who's not from a dance background I've noticed these things too especially the point abt "efficiency" he doesn't over or underdance & enjoy the performance which is actually rare to see in many other kpop dancers & many other things this video explains alot better it's disappointing that most kpop stans pay attention to expressions, excessive dancing not to mention there are still some so called stupid ranking videos exist simply ignoring this man's talent & years of training I hope one day he get recognized for his talent leeknow truly is *the next big thing in kpop*
I'm so happy to watch this. Finally someone appreciating Lee Know's actual skills, while others praise other dancers and could spend hours talking about how good they are... People usually just leave it at "yeah Lee Know is a great dancer!" and that's just it, they don't go much deeper. Thank you for this, I hope he gets the recognition he deserves soon enough!
Lee Know is the main dancer and dance leader. As a dance leader, he values the spotlight of the team more than the individual. So he tends to give feedback from the back of the members rather than stepping forward. Because he doesn't try to make himself stand out, there are people who don't know or disparage his dancing skills. Everyone, let's ignore the comments that disparage his position in SKZ and his dancing skills as a professional dancer. They write such comments to get attention. As popularity grows, so will the number of malicious comments. Still, among the 4th generation dancers, Lee Know is the best.
SHEESH, I can't believe you caught all of that. You managed to make me, a non-professional, really care about details and gravity lmao and that's really impressive. Your passion in dancing can be felt with how in-depth you can study all these dancers and I'm so glad you got the chance to make a video for Lee know Edit: also, this is the first time I've watched a dance analysis video all the way through cause I really loved how you had such a natural way with words :)
I know not every single stay or kpop fan would come across the factors behind dancing- and not just moving your body according to the song, but with Lee Know- oh how I wish everyone would recognize his great ability in dancing. I'm aware he has a background in dancing before Straykids but not about his bachelor, hearing it makes me inspired more about my dancing too. I love everything about his dancing, the effort he put on it- those years of training and knowing his body- you can clearly see how it benefits him now. And I love how you worded his passion for dancing not only derives into its artistry but also in logical sense, which I want to train on these days. I only saw dancing in artistic perpective, solely on it, but watching Lee Know's grasp of his talent- makes me realize how important putting logical touches in techniques are. It makes a lot of sense how his moves are precise and how stable his stamina- which I adore. I also hope people realize that he doesn't underdances, and yes, he blends well with the group but still standing out with his unique dancing. Thankyou thankyou so much for this detailed analysis...I understand fully now the things about his dancing and what makes him stand out to me. I respect Minho so much, specially in dancing. I adore his hardwork, like those years bro, and I can feel his passion in dancing...he really is my inspiration in dancing :'))
Ah, this makes it finally clear how Minho conserves energy and never over dances, to me. I don't know a lot about dance, but have always noticed things about Minho. And his skill (and talent) made him my Ult
this is why i really love lee know's dance. i just always felt satisfied because he makes everything looks so easy and so clean, thus when i try to do it, it's looks difficult because i don't apply the same method lee know does when dancing. and the fact that he doesn't overdances that's why he doesn't looks so tired afterwards. and he makes himself not shine much because he wanted the whole group to shine and not only focus on him. I REALLY ADMIRE THIS MAN.
The thing is LeeKnow don't tend to do the over energetic dance which make his dance really clear,smooth,controlled and sharp. He knows what to do when he is dancing.
After watching this I want Leeknow's AOTM.And i realised again how great of a dancer Leeknow is and how underappreciated he is. Thank you for making this analysis
Thank you very much for the detailed explanation! As a ballerina, I actually learn a lot from this video. Honestly this is the best explanation video of Lee Know dancing I've ever watched. Lee Know is my bias and most favorite dancer in kpop. I've been kpop fans for more than 10 years but he is the only one who could amaze me with his dancing (yes, not even the 2nd or 3rd gen main dancers did). I came here from the tiger inside fancam and went there again to see all aspects you pointed here. And boomm.. everything is just like what you said (and what I expect). Even though that group consist of mostly main dancers, but I can see that his move looks bigger, and the efficiency point is very much visible. Tiger inside choreo is very tiring that towards the end, others' moves might look little bit messy, while his moves still looks controlled. There I also noticed his angle is the best, and how he makes a move more complete which then make his dancing cleaner. I really hope that people could realize how good Lee Know as a dancer. Technique is something that people often overlook especially in idols world. As we could see, ranking, opinion or whatever seldom mention him if they're talking about idols dancer probably coz they feel that his dancing had nothing special. Not sure if it's due to me being a dancer, but imo his technique is the thing that makes him special and different from other idol dancers. On the contrary, since others were trained probably with the same way, I just couldn't see anything special from them.
this is why hes been my ult bias for 2 years now. i am so proud of him, this video made me realize that if i want my dreams to come true i need to work hard
I always knew Minho is a very powerful and detailed dancer and I always noticed that he manages to execute all the moves properly while still making it look so easy and that was what amazed me about him the most. But this...This explanation shows he is on a whole fricking another level! How one even calculate the energy you put into certain moves??? Crazy😵🔥anyway, this just proved Lee Know is one of the best(if not the best) dancers of the 4th generation, and as much as I love Hyunjin and Felix and Danceracha overall, Minho always caught my eye and stood out, a true dancing gem💎
Finally someone put my thoughts into a great video! As a physicist I often analyze everything, especially movement. I saw him dancing on a tiktok and immediately drawn to his movements. Everything is calculated and so clean.even his simple turn is so fascinating to watch! Thanks to him I'm a big fan of Stray Kids now. Great analysis 💪🏻
Stray Kids must be proud to have Lee Know as their dance teacher, and dance leader and of course as a member of the group as well. yes..before debut the members learned the basics of dancing from lee know. then they develop it into their style.. now watch their performance.. boom boom lee know really the best dancer in his generation.. see his spectacular trail as a professional dancer before he debuted as an idol..
this is why i always say he is one of the best dancer in kpop.. he's a real dancing gem he is a professional dancer and is on his way to a great choreographer.. he is the pillar of skz dance.. he deserves recognition, love and respect for his talent, skills and hard work. And I really love and respect him more and more. thanks for making this video..
Leeknow is my fave dancer in skz.. i just love his dance style and he is so satisfying to watch.. he may not be the first who catch my eyes, but once he caught my eyes, i cant keep my eyes off him.. i always thought that his dancing is very clean and on point but never boring.. he is so good that he can still stand out without sticking out from the rest of the members during the group dance.. and i think now i understand why after watching your analysis.. and one of the best parts is that he is always having fun on stage, which is another reason why his fancam is so entertaining and never boring to watch.. On a side note, after watching your other analysis on danceracha, it is very clear that each of them has different dance styles.. i just hope that people will stop arguing which one is the best dancer because obviously they complement each other and by the end of the day all of them are skz.. we can have our fave without putting down others
That was so well said, couldn’t agree more. I often have discussions with my daughter about how danceracha members are so different, they’re so good to watch together. Lee Know, for me, is the most mesmerising though. Even when he’s not centre I watch him because everything about him and his dancing is powerful and beautiful.
The reason i found Lee know to be so hot is because he is a dancer. A dancer must know their body really well to be able to fully function in dance, something that I struggle with when I dance. My theory is that Lee know is able to fully visualize how a move is supposed to look, and knowing his body helps to fully complete the move. That's why Lee know is hot, his full control over his body.
I think most people’s impression abt dancing is usually the impact of your movements not the overall image of dancing esp the details, glad someone really pointed out how lee know dances perfectly. Dancing is logical too not just abt physical , you have throw your knowledge to your body. This is really why there’s a big difference when dancing professionally
Thank you for this!!! As someone who actually like dances and was able to grow fond of Lee Know's dance skills, this help understand more of why he was such a great dancer. I always thought that his dance was clean, making the dance looks easy but at the same time not, and very well executed but this video explained more how he does it and makes me appreciate more his high level of dance skills. :)
i love how he doesn't over dance nor under dance, if you watch his fancam you'll see how his stamina is consistent from start to the end. some dancers might losing their stamina from the middle till the end of the performance, but lee know can manage to always dance powerfully. i also heard that he was in the same dance team called Brownie Bros along with superm tiger inside choreographer and they also participated in World of Dance as team back then, by looking at his circle i'm sure he'll be a great choreographer if he didn't debut as an idol. he's a phenomenal dancer.
It's always a treat watching lee know's fancams. Each move looks so clean and effortless, honestly, he makes it seem that even I could do the move even though I don't know anything about dance. His body moves so fluidly it's really satisfying to watch.
Ppl tend to forget he's professional dancer before idol (dancer), god-tier skills and body control, I need dark hip hop lee know to do his comeback this year
I can watch his fancams and i never get bored his dancing is addictive and so on point, wish he had more solo dances or collabs like the tiger inside stage tho because we can see his FULL potential in those‼️ hes a talented gem🔥💎 i hv huge respect towards him
When he is dancing, the movements are heavy and at the same time very light. I'm surprised every time I see his dance because he's a powerful move but doesn't feel gravity.
he’s truly has skills what it takes to be a professional dancer not to mention he danced with professional like sm choreographers bada lee they where on the same dance team and he competitive in dance world and his team came 2nd not even that he got in college with his own choreography to get a bachelor degree on urban dance and choreography he’s truly is the best dancer in Kpop
I love this. Thanks for doing this! Personally, i’m not really much into the choreo/performance aspects of songs whenever I watch them but for some reason my eyes always gravitate towards Lee Know when he’s dancing. I’m not a dancer and not even close to knowing all the terms but there’s just something about him. People ted to prefer Hyunjin over him (and that’s okay beause to each their own) but I just like Lee Know’s dancing more. It’s so attractive and just… so good.
I feel the same way, I can't help but move my attention towards him. In my eyes his dancing is like an ink wash painting that paints a beautiful picture
your analyzations are so on point. i'm not a professional nor a really good dancer but because i enjoy dancing so i agree to all of your points. he makes dance looks so easy because of how he exerts his energy. you really explained what i was thinking and have been seeing from Lee Know's dance techniques.
12:21 "efficiency is also part of understanding muscle strength and power.." *Proceeds to simultaneously show a clip of Mermaid Lee know wriggling in mid air* LMAOOO
One of my dancers friend told me that there's a thing about good dancers that whenever you watch them, you're not even thinking about how tiring the dance move is. You just think that wow it's was executed so well. And that's what I always think whenever I watched Lee Know dance. It's not tiring to watch it's more like satisfying as compare to the other members. No hate/blame on the other members, but I think this era where we see a lot of lee know being in the center showcasing his dance is such a good era for stray kids :)
Oh.. Thank you so much in explaining it. I finally know what made several dancers look as light as feather while still executing hard choreo perfectly.
Thanks a lot for the video. This explains in words what I always say. Lee Know is the perfect dancer and the main dancer in Stray Kids. And it doesn't matter if he is your bias or not.
Even Leeknow he might not notice this. He dance naturally just like muscle memory cause he trains a lot practice a lot thank you for showing us how perfect he is.
When I first saw 10:53 I kept repeating it to compare how his little movement made such a big difference! Will always use moments like that to demonstrate how even in a sea of great dancers, Lee Know’s techniques always make him shine!
@@itorook Thank you! Would you consider doing Ateez? Their performances are crazy energetic and powerful, but I'm not sure how you'd describe their dancing, or who you'd pick. San or Yunho I guess. Anyway, just an idea 😊
I cannot say "thank you" enough times!! I love Lee Know and I was really curious about his technique because when he dances it definitely looks as if the choreographies were easy, but that's not the case at all. Woah, I knew he was amazing but not THIS amazing. T H A N K Y O U ! !
this is crazy, whenever I watch skz performances my eyes always goes go lee know! he is really a great dancer and it's so satisfying to watch him dance. I hope we get to see more of his skills!! he is a gem!! visual, vocal and dance gem!!
as an non-dancer i found this so interesting! the precision and detail that goes into his movements are really impactful and it brings a whole new level of respect for his dedication to the craft
this is so phenomenal thank you ;0; i love lee know's fancam from wolf and i really appreciated getting insight on that! i always find him beautiful to watch but never knew exactly why. he's really a master. thank you ^^
everytime I see leeknow I gain more and more respect for his dancing skills as i’m a dancer myself. i’ve been a stay since 2019 and I still can’t get enough of his dance skills😭🙏
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After watching this video, I hope you guys rewatch his performance in a new light. Because if I were to point out all the techniques in his performance, it'll be its own series 🤣
Because I am only familiar with a few dance genres technique, there may be those that I overlook. So if any of you found any other technique that Lee Know uses often, do share it here 🥰
We would love a series about leeknow 🥰
definitely will watch it all again! the appreciation i have for lee know just got raised higher and grew bigger it's such an honor to watch him perform
@@starship1914 S.A.M.E
Can I ask the series of that performance because its so worth it and I swear Lee Know it's so underestimated as the GREAT dancer he is, he literally is one of the best dancers (if not the best) of the 4 gen
Definitely watched 🥰
Fun fact, Lee Know is the only jype artist to complete their basic dance moves in just two weeks... some artists took months/years, some even debuted without completing the jype basic dance moves. That's how great of a dancer he is.
I just wanted to add tho, that this is how he got notice and could join the members just one month prior to the survival show with only a few weeks of training. So basically, he broke twice Momo’s 3 month record and from what got7 had revealed, ~ 1 year seems to be the average time it takes to complete the class.
So like seriously, if he wasn’t a fucking genius, he most likely would not have debuted with skz
@@umaima1711 stop making me fall in love with him deeper aaaaa 😭
He was a dancer for BTS
@ludvig3242 He was a great dancer prior to bts back up. He competed in Korea world of dance in group with Bada Lee and Vata and other choreographers now.
What people forget is LeeKnow is very aware he is not a solo performer. He isnt flashy on purpose, he has the technique and level to show off, but instead stays back to let the whole group shine. Like a true pro.
A TRUE GENTLEMEN.❤
i love him for that but it makes me sad that he doesn't get spaces to truly shine as much as he wants
This is exactly why I always consider him as the best main dancer of whole fourth gen
@junhanzz This video just confirmed to me that lee know is the best dancer of the 4th generation.
I’m a dancer and I get so upset when they do not include him they need to see that dancing isn’t about who has the best style or who’s more powerful it mean who has best technique best control who enjoys it who expressed themselves thru dancing and leeknow is the only Kpop dancer I’ve seen that controls himself and has all the standard a true professional should meet also he dances as a group not for himself I know when he dances for himself he’s powerful
@junhanzz it’s not talk but sometime idols that are the best performer make their move look sloppy not that good yeah they Stan out cuz they us their whole energy but they make the dance move look really stiff but obviously people don’t look thru that but if they were to perform with professional I’m sorrry they wouldn’t make it cuz its about the cleanest technique and energy and they tend to focus more on energy then real technique movement
I don’t believe in those rankings because people prefer pretty faces and face expressions that a good technique and profesional moves
@@blchhfsi6512 thank for pointing it out
Important things to note: Lee Know works hard to make sure all of stray kids shine dance wise and that he doesn't stick out because he wants them to be seen as a team (not word for word but he did confirm that these days his focus is one SKZ shining as a team thus he dances for his team these days and not so much for himself like he used to when he first became a dancer.
Next his moves are always powerful and sharp but no unless it's a solo for SKZ he's not showy like say Hyunjin is so people tend to focus more on Hyunjin alot of times.
Also Hyunjin has always been given more opportunities to show his dance (no hate to Hyunjin btw)
But though Kingdom was a wild rollercoaster I'm happy Stray kids did the show because it showed alot of people just how powerful and versatile Lee Know is as a dancer and perhaps why Chan says Lee know is a master at dancing and why he wanted him for his team.
Never forget this man was dancing for 4-5 years professionally prior to joining SKZ not mention all the competitions he's been in and the fact that he danced for BTS who are known for having some of the most insane choreographies.
Lastly he's an amazing teacher and choreographer.
Thank you for this video. Outside of Ten from NCT/WayV/SuperM Lee know is one idol I view as being a powerful super talented dancer. His skills are no joke and I can't wait to see him shine more in the future.
Yesss that is what i notice too. And i do remember LK said that after he joined stray kids, he doesnt dance for himself but for stray kids. He can really control his dancing, like going all out and powerful for solo but he also can tone down his dancing in group dance. I think that shows just how good he is as a dancer and also as team player. He also teaches the members a lot on how to do the correct moves. He truly is a dancing gem and i think he is one of the reasons why stray kids performances are always so solid and powerful. Cmiiw, but i also notice that LK is the one member who moves a lot during stage performance, like he is literally all over the stage. Idk but i feel like he is doing it to support other members as well, like making the stage more balance
동의합니다..
카메라도 리노를 많이 보여주지 않았다..하물며 자신의 파트일때 조차도 다른 멤버를 보여주는 경우가 많았다..그래서 메댄임에도 불구하고 리노를 알아채지못하는 사람들이 많았고, 반대로 원샷을 많이 잡아주는 멤버는 주목을 받을수밖에 없다..나는 리노에게 더 많은 기회가 생기기를 바라며, 카메라에도 좀더 노출되기를 원한다.(적어도 본인 파트일때만이라도 제대로..) 마지막으로 JYPE도 리노에게 더 나은 센터 역할을 주어야 한다고 생각한다. 양심적으로...
"he dances for his team these days and not so much for himself" - ikr? there are certain stages where he stands out a lot , like the recent Tiger Inside performance - I could not take my eyes off him. Every movement was so clean and, unexaggerated and so well timed whereas he blends in more during skz performances (unless he's in the center/spotlight). I am not a dancer but I had always thought that great dancers always stand out in performances, like one of my other bias Ten from NCT - but I was always confused when it came to LK.
this comment is everything
This is what i love about leeknow the most! I've been trying to explain a similar point to my other friends but the way you worded this is so concised.
Now wonder why he seems never runs out of energy, his technique is perfect. Next AOTM is for Lee Know…!
Say it louder!!
what is AOTM?
@@rainclover59 AOTM is artist of the month refers to one of Studio Choom’s segment (one of YT channel dedicated to dance & dancer)
I was always surprised on how he can have such stable and consistent energy throughout the performance that even when he is actually tired you wouldn't notice he is. He maintains that charisma till the end and never let you take your eyes off him once
@@squishytan7That's what i call being a professional.
Thank you so much for taking the time to actually analyze Lee Knows’ dancing. I once saw a “dancer ranking” of 4th gen main dancers and was so happy at first they actually included him, but the research on him was so clearly half assed that they actually said he has weak core strength. Like…I am not a dancer but thats just factually so wrong it is laughable. This video was fascinating because it was the first time someone could explain to me, a complete amateur, why Minho’s dancing is so mesmerizing once you notice him. I don’t care for comparisons, but my eyes honestly go to him on every performance and his is the first fancam I check out, it’s fascinating watching him move.
Lmal those videos made by fans are just there to uplift their favs ! I haven’t seen a single pro dancer who says he has weak core strength lmao
@@al324 they usually use excuses like"he underdances" when I have never seen him underdance before.Also(please correct me if I am wrong)what do facials have to do with your strength as a dancer?
weak core strength? so false his insane core strength is one of my favorite things when i see him dance 😭
Weak core strength💀💀💀I wonder if they know what they are talking about
what? his core strength is INSANE
Before I knew them, their names or even their positions. Lee know stood out to Mr so much as a dancer. Im a professional and I like to analyse others dance techniques and I was so stunned by his dance abilities. He truly is a dance gem 💎
The way he combines his logical abilites with his artistic abilities is insane. He is definitely 4th gen's dance gem. I'm so proud of him.
I always found Lee Know's dancing extremely satisfying and effortless. It's like he was made for it and even the toughest looking choreographies came naturally to him.
I'm always proud of him but knowing what exactly he's doing makes me respect him so much more.
Thank you for this analysis!!
Thank you! I hate how underappreciated he is just because people think showiness is the primary measure of a dancer. He's so good that the average viewer doesn't _notice_ he's so good.
But that's the whole point! People don't watch performances for excellent dancing; they watch for excellent *_performing_* , which u cannot do just by being good with your dancing.
It's only dance analysers and people who are really into dance that will appreciate great dancing; most people want a great performer.
@@Gemstones1000 I don't totally agree. I think it is subjective, I enjoy so much more watching someone dance perfectly and on point, just like Lee Know, for me that's equal to great performance, more than a flamboyant dancing (which I also like and appreciate)
i'm not into dance but i always notice lee know when they're performing even when he's not that noticeable
@@Gemstones1000 there are entire videos where i go “alright lets watch the members individually”. And i always end up looking al LK. He is a great performer and a fantastic dancer, and i cannot look away
Someone commented on another video that they watch Lee Know's fancams to learn choreography because he dances so cleanly. It was only then that I noticed how well he danced. Now, it's hard to focus on anyone else when they're dancing.
I would love for you to do a part two of why he is flawless and technically perfect with clips from 2023-24- he is unbelievable-
Lee Know and Chaeryeong was a best dancer in their group, but many people underappreciated they're talent..
JYP please don't waste them..
pe👏🏻 ri 👏🏻 od👏🏻
Say this louder
Facts
Literally so true, say it louder for the ppl in the back.
FACTS. They need to be recognize more for their dancing skills. They ain't the main dancers for nothing.
I'm not a pro dancer or anything but the thing that strikes me the most about Lee Know's dancing is that he has fantastic footwork. His lower body angles and wide stance are beautiful because of how light he is on his feet and how he shifts their angles to move his legs subtly. I think it was in the Finesse cover where he rotated his foot much more than 90° outward to execute a really quick and clean spin, and I was so mesmerized. You can also see in one of the Danceracha songs that he taps his feet along with the beat during the dance at times that makes his dance so beautifully dynamic. He's really clean with his footwork. Also just that he never misses a beat.
Felix has gotten a lot better, and I think he tries to imitate Lee Know's techniques (since Lee Know is the dance leader) and that shows. The execution is sometimes not there, but the angles and energy are. Hyunjin is just too stylized to actually compare, but since Lee Know tends to incorporate changing the choreo to fit Hyunjin's style, it tends to stand out. It also strikes me that Lee Know can just pull off anything flawlessly, whereas everyone else's range in dancing is very limited. Bang Chan may be the only exception, but his execution isn't there because his main focus isn't on dance. Lee Know is just *chef's kiss* and it almost feels like despite being the main dancer and dance leader, he's still underrated compared to the appreciation he should get, and that's wild. So it's nice to find a video like this!
Thank you for including Bang Chan in the analysis. I watch his dances and compare them to Lee Know's dances. They are similar. I also realize that Bang Chan can not devote as much time or energy to the dances as he would like. Bang Chan is too busy with the bigger picture of writing and producing music. Thankfully, Bang Chan has Lee Know to focus on the choreography.
His moves are so clean and elegant and precise, i wish he asked for more solo dancing work, i know he doesn't bother too much but we're being severly deprived of seeing all his talent, i loved watching him in Kingdom especially!!
Finally an in-depth appreciation of Lee Know’s intellectual way of dancing/performing! That description during efficiency was so fitting for him, no wonder when I try to remember SKZ choreographies Lee Know comes to mind immediately cause the way he does the moves made the greatest impression to me.
Might I add that this man went to a school for engineering and studied mechanical engineering, which kinda is visible in this video. Gosh my life would be complete with either the dance skill or the brain of this guy-
This is why his dance moves always look effortless!
Backup dancers are pro dancers because amateur dancers would stand out in the background in a bad way. Dance is a sport, takes years and brutal honesty and analysis to get better (like swimming, gymnastics, boarding…..). Lee Know has clearly gone thru the grinder and came out shining. He is the first in SKZ who can execute all skz choreos like a champ and maintains efficiency in energy and recovery. He is not a flashy dancer though, a somewhat negative being an idol in the center position. However, he has been making progress flirting with videocam confidently. Last year his stage presence was 10x better than 2020’s.
Minho is slowly captivating me more and more.His stage presence in getting much bettet and I feel like a storm is coming for it's name is hurricane LEE KNOW
He’s letting himself out more now and I’m so happy for him😊
Well, idk if I agree on him not being a flashy dancer, he is, when he is dancing solo. But one of the reasons that makes him such a good dancer, and very much the dance leader in skz, is the fact that he NEVER tries, or wants, to overpower and outshine the other members in group. He has said a few times at this point, that he doesn't dance for him, he dances for the group. He wants to balance the group.
as someone who doesn't know the technicalities of dancing yet is still able to recognize how impressive and simply amazing leeknow is, this video is perfection, puts into words and examples the reasons why he is the best dancer.
thank you so much for making this video! i loved it!
Thanks for this thorough analysis. I know that lee know is a detailed and perfectionist dancer but I didn't know that he can be that detailed like the hand movements? The angles? I'm shookted. And it's so satisfying that he never underdance or overdo because as what I've seen, some idols tends to overdance to create the impression of having the best impact to the point of looking messy and cutting the routine itself.
I just want to say that to some nonstays and stays out there who thinks that lee know is a dancer who underdance. Well see it for yourself, the guy have said it himself that he intentionally not to stand out much because he wants the team to be in uniform and one. And to some who says that he doesn't deserve to be a dance leader, y'all should know that bangchan himself gives that leadership to lee know because he sees lee know as one who is capable of everything related to dancing. Even the members are always thankful to lee know in regards to dancing. The man is already on his way to become a professional choreographer, he's a professional dancer before he becomes a trainee, he trained for 4-5 years in dancing, have his dance crew, participated in World of Dance, being one of bts' back up dancer. He trained the longest on being a professional dancer than being an artist himself who is only a month.
Never underestimate Lee Know's capabilities.
This perfectly explains that Lee Know is one of the best dancers in his generation. I've known him a very detailed dancer but didn't know he was this detailed explained in this video, even his energy is very detailed. It is definitely one of the techniques he acquired from his dancing experience in high school and from being a back up dancer.
Im still confused why he is still overlooked/underrated as a dancer by the public, not just in his group but in his industry (i mean, he is an underrated member). People should appreciate not just idol performers because both things can be good as each other. I hope he'll get the recognition hed deserves. (performer=dancer).
Definition of terms
Performer: more of like focusing on stage presence and expressions, but still a good dancer
Dancer: morr of like a detailed dancer but still a good performer
Also, i cabr reallly learn a lot of things from your videos, tysm, Happy New Year
I think people should mention more often that he learned from older dancers who had years of experience in contests/competitions rather than backup dancing gigs, since the skill level is a lot higher to be selected by dancers who do competitions. He was part of the Cupcakes dance crew (I think they changed to Cakebox at some point) and the older dancers who led his team selected and trusted him enough to take him with them to World of Dance
@@north6417 yeah perfect
@@north6417 are you saying he auditioned for WOD?
@@oyaoyaoya7753 the clip at 0:20 is him at world of dance with his crew. U can search on UA-cam to find the full dance
@@niniess8611 wow damnn!
minho chose to be an idol, passing 40 jyp basic dances in 2 weeks and was already a professional dancer before that. he was in the same dance crew as bada lee, redy shin and vata among others who are known for creating incredible choreographies for idols. nothing else to say
This isn't just an analysis. This is a guide and a tutorial at the same time.
he seriously got more attractive the more i focus on his dancing
He makes it look so easy so people tend to overlook how skilled he really is. He’s the best and I’ll never get tired of watching him dance.
Very proud of Lee Know, he's a natural dancer,he is skilled to be choreographer because he creates amazing choreos just by himself,very skilled and good looking and also great rapper,glad he's my bias.
なるほどの解説！りののダンスは 一瞬で目を惹きつけられる正確さとダイナミックな動きときれいで完璧な音ハメが魅力。それに加え、あのこの世のものとは思えないルックス。まさに国宝ダンサー！！！
People need to know and realize how good of a dancer Lee Know of Stray Kids is. Thank you so much for this analysis.
This is the type of dance analysis videos that are unbiased. It's so detailed and on point and even provides references to make it more clear for the viewers. Honestly, I don't watch individual fancams before but I accidentally watched lee know's God's menu fancam and I was shocked because he is precise and has that huge body control, also he doesn't look tired the entire performance which even shocked me that's why I started watching other fancams of his and realized he is really a perfect dancer. Honestly, he doesn't over dance nor underdance that's what I liked about him, He knows how to dance powerfully and when to slow down, in simple terms not exaggerated movements. His facial expressions are just naturally captivating and I noticed that he has a beautiful sharp face and a natural fierce look that even a small smirk, fierce look, simple smile or any expressions he does is captivating?? Compared to other dancers that do a lot of facial expressions or movements to look cool or smthn bc honestly speaking it doesn't look good, it only looks exaggerated and most fans view that as 'powerful or cool/ energetic'. It is a charm to be expressive however don't overdo it and lee know is a good example of a natural charismatic dancer! No wonder Professional choreographers mention him a lot too. Plus he is a good dance teacher and overall he is attractive in anyway too 🐱
No disrespect to anyone else.😊
So basically lee know is a dance genius.
Basically yes
As a dancer I agree completely, Lee Know is one of the best if not the best Idol dancers out there, and the fact that he achieved a lot of these skills at such a young age is incredible (don't even get me started with singing/rapping while dancing at the same time at his level). When it comes to dancing it truly comes down to the the little details (such as you displayed for the Wolf perf), when you dance, you want to hit a certain position or move cleanly while still using the correct technique, almost as if they were gonna take a picture of you in the in that very moment, that fact that he achieves this time and time again in all of his performances is very impressive. This was so satisfying to watch, the detail, chefs kiss
Up until today, no one can beat your detailed explanation about dancing. Feels like I attend a dancing class and watching a documentary. Lowkey wish for 2nd episode for lee know's dancing style in the future
Same
same
when u said that the way he dance makes out everlasting memories to the viewers strucked me hard cause that is how he became my ult even hes not the one i first noticed when i got introduced to skz.still remember the first time i saw his part in a relay (i guess its backdoor??).and then boom,the rest is history
we're the same. omg
@@zaruhhh omg leeknower!!! hahaha.we stan a good man
@@akio_1400 yesss that's true.
Same lmao
Lee Know and his big brain........very smart idol
Fr bro like his personality and his way of expressing himself really represent the mind of a pure genius lmao
this video is so accurate at a lot of levels. as a dancer who was trained by a lot of professionals, I know that those "professional choreographers" aren't much seen as great dancers in the eyes of those who don't dance because they have proper techniques that they need to follow in order to execute the dance moves properly and efficiently to their body. that's what makes them "professionals". it's not the amount of how hard you pop or how powerful you dance, but it's about creating balance and understanding your body in order to get the moves scientifically and artistically right. and that's why lee know is so good at dancing. when they're dancing as a whole team, you can't really notice him unlike hyunjin because he knows how to blend his movements and dance FOR A TEAM. but when you see him dance solo that's when you'll really notice his professionalism when it comes to dancing. for example his dance solo in the Kingdom teaser, you can actually see how fluid and effortless he executed those hard dance steps. if you watch a lot of professional choreographers in America like Matt Steffanina, Tim Milgram, Kyle Hanagami, etc. the first thing that you'll notice is how they dance with TECHNIQUES, not just with full power. and I think lee know resembles the way they dance, seeing that he took professional dance classes way before he became a jyp trainee. another dancer I can see dancing the same way as lee know is kino of pentagon. since they both attended professional dance classes during pre-debut days.
I have a question: How to master the technique and understand your body so well? I just need to practice enough and things will come with time or is there more to it? How to find professionals dancers to learn the right technique? Any tips? thanks for answering ~
he makes dancing look effortless even with skz's really hard choreos. his energy is so well distributed and i personally love paying attention to his angles and to how "long" each of his moves are
Thanks for breaking down into details why Lee Know is an amazing dancer.
He has the best technique but this is often overlooked in kpop idols. I really hope more and more people will recognize how clean and powerful his moves are because he's one of the best dancers out there.
thank you so much for this!!! i hardly see anyone really analyze skz’s dance line!
And analyze it in a way that appreciates/celebrates each of them without nonsense comparisons! So proud of our Danceracha
The amount of control he has over his body movement, like in his isolations, is just extraordinary. Its a beautiful balance of powerful and fluid that looks so effortless.
He is a pro dancer, i'm so happy his skills have recognition, he deserve a lot of appreciation. Thank you so much
A year back when the saw the the dancerachas vlive I was so shocked how all 3 danced continuosly for long...but lee know caught my eye ...while hyunjin amd felix looked exhausted by the songs in the end(no hate to them ) leeknow's dance was still "clean".I never understood how he was able to do that...that tym I thought he must have more stamina than felix and hyunjin.but ..after a few months I realized it's not stamina only(both hyunjin and felix too have that) it's the technique he uses ...and how he uses natural forces to do his moves efficiently(what u mentioned) ..when I rewatched the vlive I realised how efficient he is....this was so intresting to see as fellow dancer.
Thanks for this detailed video as someone who's not from a dance background I've noticed these things too especially the point abt "efficiency" he doesn't over or underdance & enjoy the performance which is actually rare to see in many other kpop dancers & many other things this video explains alot better it's disappointing that most kpop stans pay attention to expressions, excessive dancing not to mention there are still some so called stupid ranking videos exist simply ignoring this man's talent & years of training I hope one day he get recognized for his talent leeknow truly is *the next big thing in kpop*
Really agree with this video. Lee Know is a pro dancer. He is a detailed dancer who knows how to control his power. Thank you for analizing Lee Know ❤
lee know also did the most perfect squat position in thunderous chorus
I'm so happy to watch this. Finally someone appreciating Lee Know's actual skills, while others praise other dancers and could spend hours talking about how good they are... People usually just leave it at "yeah Lee Know is a great dancer!" and that's just it, they don't go much deeper.
Thank you for this, I hope he gets the recognition he deserves soon enough!
He just needs consistent exposure and all! LeeKnow has so much potential and I dont want Jype to waste it!
FR BRO
Lee Know is the main dancer and dance leader. As a dance leader, he values the spotlight of the team more than the individual. So he tends to give feedback from the back of the members rather than stepping forward.
Because he doesn't try to make himself stand out, there are people who don't know or disparage his dancing skills.
Everyone, let's ignore the comments that disparage his position in SKZ and his dancing skills as a professional dancer.
They write such comments to get attention.
As popularity grows, so will the number of malicious comments. Still, among the 4th generation dancers, Lee Know is the best.
SHEESH, I can't believe you caught all of that. You managed to make me, a non-professional, really care about details and gravity lmao and that's really impressive.
Your passion in dancing can be felt with how in-depth you can study all these dancers and I'm so glad you got the chance to make a video for Lee know
Edit: also, this is the first time I've watched a dance analysis video all the way through cause I really loved how you had such a natural way with words :)
My thoughts exactly!
I know not every single stay or kpop fan would come across the factors behind dancing- and not just moving your body according to the song, but with Lee Know- oh how I wish everyone would recognize his great ability in dancing. I'm aware he has a background in dancing before Straykids but not about his bachelor, hearing it makes me inspired more about my dancing too. I love everything about his dancing, the effort he put on it- those years of training and knowing his body- you can clearly see how it benefits him now. And I love how you worded his passion for dancing not only derives into its artistry but also in logical sense, which I want to train on these days. I only saw dancing in artistic perpective, solely on it, but watching Lee Know's grasp of his talent- makes me realize how important putting logical touches in techniques are. It makes a lot of sense how his moves are precise and how stable his stamina- which I adore. I also hope people realize that he doesn't underdances, and yes, he blends well with the group but still standing out with his unique dancing. Thankyou thankyou so much for this detailed analysis...I understand fully now the things about his dancing and what makes him stand out to me.
I respect Minho so much, specially in dancing. I adore his hardwork, like those years bro, and I can feel his passion in dancing...he really is my inspiration in dancing :'))
Lee Know Is Stray Kids Best Dancer
Ah, this makes it finally clear how Minho conserves energy and never over dances, to me. I don't know a lot about dance, but have always noticed things about Minho. And his skill (and talent) made him my Ult
this is why i really love lee know's dance. i just always felt satisfied because he makes everything looks so easy and so clean, thus when i try to do it, it's looks difficult because i don't apply the same method lee know does when dancing. and the fact that he doesn't overdances that's why he doesn't looks so tired afterwards. and he makes himself not shine much because he wanted the whole group to shine and not only focus on him. I REALLY ADMIRE THIS MAN.
The thing is LeeKnow don't tend to do the over energetic dance which make his dance really clear,smooth,controlled and sharp. He knows what to do when he is dancing.
After watching this I want Leeknow's AOTM.And i realised again how great of a dancer Leeknow is and how underappreciated he is. Thank you for making this analysis
Thank you very much for the detailed explanation! As a ballerina, I actually learn a lot from this video. Honestly this is the best explanation video of Lee Know dancing I've ever watched.
Lee Know is my bias and most favorite dancer in kpop. I've been kpop fans for more than 10 years but he is the only one who could amaze me with his dancing (yes, not even the 2nd or 3rd gen main dancers did). I came here from the tiger inside fancam and went there again to see all aspects you pointed here. And boomm.. everything is just like what you said (and what I expect). Even though that group consist of mostly main dancers, but I can see that his move looks bigger, and the efficiency point is very much visible. Tiger inside choreo is very tiring that towards the end, others' moves might look little bit messy, while his moves still looks controlled. There I also noticed his angle is the best, and how he makes a move more complete which then make his dancing cleaner.
I really hope that people could realize how good Lee Know as a dancer. Technique is something that people often overlook especially in idols world. As we could see, ranking, opinion or whatever seldom mention him if they're talking about idols dancer probably coz they feel that his dancing had nothing special. Not sure if it's due to me being a dancer, but imo his technique is the thing that makes him special and different from other idol dancers. On the contrary, since others were trained probably with the same way, I just couldn't see anything special from them.
this is why hes been my ult bias for 2 years now. i am so proud of him, this video made me realize that if i want my dreams to come true i need to work hard
I always knew Minho is a very powerful and detailed dancer and I always noticed that he manages to execute all the moves properly while still making it look so easy and that was what amazed me about him the most. But this...This explanation shows he is on a whole fricking another level! How one even calculate the energy you put into certain moves??? Crazy😵🔥anyway, this just proved Lee Know is one of the best(if not the best) dancers of the 4th generation, and as much as I love Hyunjin and Felix and Danceracha overall, Minho always caught my eye and stood out, a true dancing gem💎
Finally someone put my thoughts into a great video! As a physicist I often analyze everything, especially movement. I saw him dancing on a tiktok and immediately drawn to his movements. Everything is calculated and so clean.even his simple turn is so fascinating to watch! Thanks to him I'm a big fan of Stray Kids now. Great analysis 💪🏻
Stray Kids must be proud to have Lee Know as their dance teacher, and dance leader and of course as a member of the group as well.
yes..before debut the members learned the basics of dancing from lee know. then they develop it into their style..
now watch their performance..
boom boom
lee know really the best dancer in his generation..
see his spectacular trail as a professional dancer before he debuted as an idol..
this is why i always say he is one of the best dancer in kpop..
he's a real dancing gem
he is a professional dancer and is on his way to a great choreographer..
he is the pillar of skz dance..
he deserves recognition, love and respect for his talent, skills and hard work.
And I really love and respect him more and more.
thanks for making this video..
one of the best dancers in the industry, not only by experience but also by techniques, consistency, and fluidity. thank you for this video!
Leeknow is my fave dancer in skz.. i just love his dance style and he is so satisfying to watch.. he may not be the first who catch my eyes, but once he caught my eyes, i cant keep my eyes off him.. i always thought that his dancing is very clean and on point but never boring.. he is so good that he can still stand out without sticking out from the rest of the members during the group dance.. and i think now i understand why after watching your analysis.. and one of the best parts is that he is always having fun on stage, which is another reason why his fancam is so entertaining and never boring to watch..
On a side note, after watching your other analysis on danceracha, it is very clear that each of them has different dance styles.. i just hope that people will stop arguing which one is the best dancer because obviously they complement each other and by the end of the day all of them are skz.. we can have our fave without putting down others
That was so well said, couldn’t agree more. I often have discussions with my daughter about how danceracha members are so different, they’re so good to watch together. Lee Know, for me, is the most mesmerising though. Even when he’s not centre I watch him because everything about him and his dancing is powerful and beautiful.
The reason i found Lee know to be so hot is because he is a dancer. A dancer must know their body really well to be able to fully function in dance, something that I struggle with when I dance. My theory is that Lee know is able to fully visualize how a move is supposed to look, and knowing his body helps to fully complete the move. That's why Lee know is hot, his full control over his body.
I think most people’s impression abt dancing is usually the impact of your movements not the overall image of dancing esp the details, glad someone really pointed out how lee know dances perfectly. Dancing is logical too not just abt physical , you have throw your knowledge to your body. This is really why there’s a big difference when dancing professionally
I always comeback here everytime I watched some stray kids dance analysis to be reminded of how great is Lee Know in this field.
Thank you for this!!! As someone who actually like dances and was able to grow fond of Lee Know's dance skills, this help understand more of why he was such a great dancer. I always thought that his dance was clean, making the dance looks easy but at the same time not, and very well executed but this video explained more how he does it and makes me appreciate more his high level of dance skills. :)
i love how he doesn't over dance nor under dance, if you watch his fancam you'll see how his stamina is consistent from start to the end. some dancers might losing their stamina from the middle till the end of the performance, but lee know can manage to always dance powerfully.
i also heard that he was in the same dance team called Brownie Bros along with superm tiger inside choreographer and they also participated in World of Dance as team back then, by looking at his circle i'm sure he'll be a great choreographer if he didn't debut as an idol. he's a phenomenal dancer.
Lee know the most talented dancer no one can do it like him so clear and powerful
LEE KNOW IS INDEED THE BEST DANCER IN THIS GENERATION. HE COMBINED TALENTED AND HARD WORK that's why his skills continues to improve
It's always a treat watching lee know's fancams. Each move looks so clean and effortless, honestly, he makes it seem that even I could do the move even though I don't know anything about dance. His body moves so fluidly it's really satisfying to watch.
Why he wasn’t an artist of the month is beyond me
This!! Such a shame
Ppl tend to forget he's professional dancer before idol (dancer), god-tier skills and body control, I need dark hip hop lee know to do his comeback this year
I can watch his fancams and i never get bored his dancing is addictive and so on point, wish he had more solo dances or collabs like the tiger inside stage tho because we can see his FULL potential in those‼️ hes a talented gem🔥💎 i hv huge respect towards him
When he is dancing, the movements are heavy and at the same time very light. I'm surprised every time I see his dance because he's a powerful move but doesn't feel gravity.
damn after a long time,i found THE video enough to conclude lee know's talents. thank you so much creator.
Not the intro " I want to be singer" but dance instead lol😆😆look how successful he is now proud of him
he’s truly has skills what it takes to be a professional dancer not to mention he danced with professional like sm choreographers bada lee they where on the same dance team and he competitive in dance world and his team came 2nd not even that he got in college with his own choreography to get a bachelor degree on urban dance and choreography he’s truly is the best dancer in Kpop
watching this again and seriously wanting new analysis on him for recent activities
I love this. Thanks for doing this!
Personally, i’m not really much into the choreo/performance aspects of songs whenever I watch them but for some reason my eyes always gravitate towards Lee Know when he’s dancing. I’m not a dancer and not even close to knowing all the terms but there’s just something about him. People ted to prefer Hyunjin over him (and that’s okay beause to each their own) but I just like Lee Know’s dancing more. It’s so attractive and just… so good.
I feel the same way, I can't help but move my attention towards him. In my eyes his dancing is like an ink wash painting that paints a beautiful picture
he has such a good dance base. technically he is one of the best dancers in K-pop industry
your analyzations are so on point. i'm not a professional nor a really good dancer but because i enjoy dancing so i agree to all of your points. he makes dance looks so easy because of how he exerts his energy. you really explained what i was thinking and have been seeing from Lee Know's dance techniques.
I’m new to skz, but one thing I noticed with Lee Know is he transitions from one movement to another so smoothly.. no awkward stops.
12:21
"efficiency is also part of understanding muscle strength and power.."
*Proceeds to simultaneously show a clip of Mermaid Lee know wriggling in mid air* LMAOOO
One of my dancers friend told me that there's a thing about good dancers that whenever you watch them, you're not even thinking about how tiring the dance move is. You just think that wow it's was executed so well. And that's what I always think whenever I watched Lee Know dance.
It's not tiring to watch it's more like satisfying as compare to the other members. No hate/blame on the other members, but I think this era where we see a lot of lee know being in the center showcasing his dance is such a good era for stray kids :)
Oh.. Thank you so much in explaining it. I finally know what made several dancers look as light as feather while still executing hard choreo perfectly.
Thanks a lot for the video. This explains in words what I always say. Lee Know is the perfect dancer and the main dancer in Stray Kids. And it doesn't matter if he is your bias or not.
Even Leeknow he might not notice this. He dance naturally just like muscle memory cause he trains a lot practice a lot thank you for showing us how perfect he is.
When I first saw 10:53 I kept repeating it to compare how his little movement made such a big difference! Will always use moments like that to demonstrate how even in a sea of great dancers, Lee Know’s techniques always make him shine!
I knew he was a good dancer, but after watching your video I may say he is incredibly skilled and I shall bow to his greatness.
Wow I've seen a million videos since I got into Kpop, this has got to be the most interesting, articulate (and efficient 😅) ever!
Glad you enjoyed it!
@@itorook Thank you! Would you consider doing Ateez? Their performances are crazy energetic and powerful, but I'm not sure how you'd describe their dancing, or who you'd pick. San or Yunho I guess. Anyway, just an idea 😊
I cannot say "thank you" enough times!! I love Lee Know and I was really curious about his technique because when he dances it definitely looks as if the choreographies were easy, but that's not the case at all. Woah, I knew he was amazing but not THIS amazing. T H A N K Y O U ! !
this is crazy, whenever I watch skz performances my eyes always goes go lee know! he is really a great dancer and it's so satisfying to watch him dance. I hope we get to see more of his skills!! he is a gem!! visual, vocal and dance gem!!
Thank you for analysis. No wonder He is such great dancer with great techniques 👍
as an non-dancer i found this so interesting! the precision and detail that goes into his movements are really impactful and it brings a whole new level of respect for his dedication to the craft
this is so phenomenal thank you ;0; i love lee know's fancam from wolf and i really appreciated getting insight on that! i always find him beautiful to watch but never knew exactly why. he's really a master. thank you ^^
This is why LeeKnow bias like me want people to understand and appreciate him as he should have received.
He amazes me when i see him. It feels so fresh
he impresses me every time. he´s easily my favourite dancer and deserves more appreciation.
everytime I see leeknow I gain more and more respect for his dancing skills as i’m a dancer myself. i’ve been a stay since 2019 and I still can’t get enough of his dance skills😭🙏