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Community Editor @Genius & Founder & Social Media Manager @genius_kor. Specializing in Korean lyrics to make Korean music more accessible to international fans! Email for inquiries. Hello! I'm Saquib Syed, you can call me Syed. I am an arts & entertainment writer focused on sharing stories told in song lyrics. I have been writing for Genius as a Community Editor since 2016. I launched the community initiative called Genius Korea in 2020, bringing different editors, and contributors who enjoyed Korean music under one umbrella with a focus on making song lyrics more accessible to international fans. I began my journey in Korean music in 2013 and have always admired the storytelling in the genre through lyrics and visuals. At Genius Korea, I devised many different ways to promote Korean music on-site and to fans beyond. By launching a Twitter account for Genius Korea, we were able to promote the content we published which includes interviews, reviews, press articles, concert recaps, and more. With a Twitter account with over 17.5K followers and growing, I am able to stay in tune with the content that fans enjoy and incorporate it within the content produced by the Genius Korea community.

Content

Total articles 5

• Best B-Sides of March — The Kraze

  By Courtney Willis, Saquib Syed Verified|The KrazeVerifiedMarch 2022 has seen a lot of comebacks, debuts, and new releases from a variety of artists, with a few more to look and listen out for over these last few days of the month. But, for now, here’s a look at some great B-sides that have been released so far this March. “G.M.T,” short for “Give Me That,” is the opening track in Bang Yongguk’s second EP 2. Sonically and lyrically, the song kicks off the album on a powerful note, featuring strong guitar riffs and loud vocals.

  By Courtney Willis, Saquib Syed Verified · The Kraze

  Mar. 28, 2022

• B-Sides: Best Of February — The Kraze

  By Saquib Syed Verified, Courtney Willis|The KrazeVerifiedDespite being the shortest month of the year, February was packed with exciting new comebacks. From rookies to veterans, our favorite K-Pop acts shed the somber tones of winter and stepped into the freshness of spring. Let’s take a look at some of the best B-sides from February!Taken from BTOB's latest full-length album Be Together, "Whiskey" is a B-side track that shows off a more sensual side to the BTOB members.

  By Saquib Syed Verified, Courtney Willis · The Kraze

  Feb. 28, 2022

• INTERVIEW: K-Pop Songwriter & Producer Jayrah Gibson Opens up About his Journey in the Industry — The Kraze

  By Saquib Syed Verified|The KrazeVerifiedJayrah Gibson is an American singer-songwriter and producer from Long Beach, California. He is the name behind some of the biggest international K-Pop hit singles that K-Pop fans have loved over the years. His unique and progressive sound has left a mark on the Korean music industry by shaping the sound of artists like BTS, EXO, DEAN, and many more. He has also worked with American artists, like Usher and TY Dolla $ign, among others.

  By Saquib Syed Verified · The Kraze

  Jan. 14, 2022

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Genius

Genius is a Brooklyn-based digital media company founded in 2009. Originally focused on hip-hop lyrics, it rebranded in 2014 to encompass a wider range of media, including pop, literature, and R&B. The company has expanded its offerings to include original video content and live events. Genius operates as a global platform with over 2 million contributors, serving as a comprehensive music encyclopedia. The company hosts an extensive lyric database that features annotated lyrics across various genres, allowing users to interpret and discuss song meanings. Genius also provides monetization services, including branded lyric videos for artists and partners. It produces music-focused videos and articles, and it has mobile apps available for iOS and Android users. Genius targets artists, creatives, and superfans, fostering community-driven content and engagement.