This is me and my close friends. They’re like a second family to me.

I went to Brooklyn Technical High School, and our graduation was in the Barclays Center which was awesome.

I spend most of my summers upstate in Hunter Mountain.

I love to travel. Last spring break I went to London with my family.

I’m an adrenaline junkie, and one of the things I do is cliff diving. Here is a picture of me about to jump off a bridge with my friend ( don’t worry its safe lol).

I was born in Zaporizhzhya, Ukraine and I moved to NY when I was 2.

I actually love to read and Great Gatsby is one of my favorite novels.

I really love desserts, especially ones that are lemon flavored 🙂

Kevin Lin (Sheng)

Music has always been such an important part of my life. When I was feeling lonely/sad; it was music which carried me on. It’s been with me longer than most of the people that I know. Music is the only thing/person I can turn to when I am going through hardships. It just means soooo much to me 🙂

Now I know that the intro is all sad and mopey, but I am a true romantic at heart. I grew up watching Disney, so I have this perfect scene set up in my head of when and how I will find my love. I have all of these ideas that I will do with my other half and etc… It’s actually very embarassing. I have been teased many times (oh boy you don’t know how many times…) about it. However, even though everyone makes fun of me being so weak-hearted, or feminine, I really do value this part of myself. I wouldn’t go around parading this fact (because I’m not that outgoing type of person), but I don’t hate myself for this quality.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gw-K7_tZSL8 Fragile Heart by Cassie

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qt6LPxhOZJI Insomnia by Craig David

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tABVPMzeheU Wait For You by Elliot Yamin

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6J1-eYBbspA Crush by David Archuleta

I love KPOP. My dream career is to become one of the managers for the idols. This is very silly and unrealistic, but it would be so great if I actually managed to pull it off. The KPOP industry is really fast-paced, and the idols have it really tough. I want to be their managers to help ease some of their burdens. The personal relationships that are established as idols work with their managers are really amazing. The following songs got me hooked into it.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6nt_xNeWHI8 Promise by Girls Generation (SNSD)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zaGDcnafWCg As Ever/ Still by Lee Hong Ki

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L9ro1KjkJMg Heaven by Ailee

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MzCbEdtNbJ0 Haru Haru by Big Bang

The next song is really new (released today), but this song and their story really made me affirm my want to be a part of the KPOP industry.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pNtuOrw6mfc Be the Light by Block B

http://grooveshark.com/#!/playlist/Who+Am+I/90754691

Hey guys! 🙂 I love listening to all types of music and it was so difficult to pick only 10 songs to represent who I am. Hope you enjoy these songs! 

-“Smile” by Ed Sheeran: this song always reminds me to always think of the positive in situations although sometimes its difficult to.

– “Home” by Michael Bublé: having place that will always be open to you is a great feeling– theres no place like home! 🙂

-“Paradise” by Coldplay: this song is just perfect, everything about it I think is amazing and it makes me feel happy.

-“Banana Pancakes” by Jack Johnson: this showcases the simple things in life in which I believe are the most important.

-“Never Grow Up” by Taylor Swift: the idea of growing up is something that’s happening to all of us which is a scary but exciting experience!

-“Who You Are” by Jessie J: this reminds me to always be myself and be original.

-“Cough Syrup” by Young the Giant: the opening line to this song (“life’s too short to even care at all”) is a motto that I live by and it reminds me to take risks sometimes

-“This is the Life” by Two Door Cinema Club: this song reminds me to let loose and enjoy life.

-“Cousins” by Vampire Weekend: this song is super catchy and watching its movie video always puts a smile to my face.

-“I Am Not a Robot” by Marina and the Diamonds: i am my own person and nobody could change that.

The playlist that I made is generally made up of a mix of upbeat songs and a few songs whose lyrics are meaningful to me. The reason I chose these songs is that I want to be portrayed as an upbeat person to my classmates. I like to have a ‘Good Time’, and people can ‘Count On Me’. 🙂 Other songs such as ‘Lego House’ and ‘Neon Lights’ hold inspirational lyrics to me, and I like to listen to them when I need a boost of confidence or a reassurance. And then there are a couple that I threw in there because they’re feel-good music. Enjoy!

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Never Gonna Give You Up(Rick Astley)- Because I like to troll.

Harder,Better,Faster,Stronger(Daft Punk)- Because I’m always trying to improve myself.

Empire State of Mind(Jay Z)- Because I love this city.

I’d Come for You(Nickelback)- Because I am very dependable.

Gotta Be Somebody(Nickelback)- Because I’m trying to decide my future right now.

What Goes Around Comes Around(Justin Timberlake)- Because I’m a firm believer in karma.

Meet Me Halfway(Black Eyed Peas)- Because I usually have to compromise with people.

Remember the Name(Fort Minor)- Because I will make a name for myself.

Born this Way(Lady Gaga)- Because I can never change who I am.

Suit and Tie(Jay Z)- Because I like to dress classy.

I spent the last year of my life in Israel, where I learned about the israeli culture and about my religion.

I played goalie for my high school’s  varsity hockey team, which showed me the importance of a team and leadership.

I am in a family of 7. I have 3 sisters and 1 brother. I am extremely close with them. Family always comes first in my life.

I really enjoy hanging out with my friends. Whether I just became friends with someone or they are my best friend I value their friendships.

Hey guys! The following is a list of songs that I love, in no particular order. Hope you guys will listen to them too-I’m sure you’ll enjoy. 🙂

1. God Given Name – by Solange  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KcD2TXoNaDQ

I love this song because she really establishes her individuality as an artist, and not just Beyonce’s little sister.  I think she represents most people in this way-the longing to be identified as oneself, and no one else.

2.   Carnival Town – Norah Jones http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wd1gjZYuyRI

This song is so mellow, which I consider myself to be most of the time.  It doesn’t really have a lot of lyrics, but I think they carry a lot of meaning-the short things ARE worth analyzing! 🙂

3.  Half Time – Amy Winehouse http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Js4rLLglxyE

I love Amy! Haha. This song reminds us it’s okay to relax for a little bit, which is something I need to be reminded of at times. 😛

4.  Aruarian Dance – Nujabes  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TUwRGPxCG_Y

No lyrics-just sheer awesome.  Similar to the past two songs, it’s really relaxing, so sometimes I’ll listen to it on loop if I’m doing homework or other assignments.

5.  No Surprises – Radiohead http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u5CVsCnxyXg

There’s a lot of interpretations to this song, but I see it as telling us to go after things that we love-not to do things just because we have to.  Sometimes we need to pause and ask-am I happy doing this?

6.  All I Want is Everything – JoJo http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=onck2m4_SQo

Am I the only one mad that she hasn’t dropped an album in seven years?!  In any case, this song from her mixtape represents the passion and drive that I think everyone should have.

7.  Music of the Night from Phantom of the Opera (Michael Crawford singing) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F-GXo10hfKI

I love musicals, and Phantom of the Opera was the last one that I saw.  This song is so beautiful – it reminds us that physical appearances aren’t the only thing that warrant beauty, a concept I really agree with.

8.    Embola a Bola (Caterete) – Djavan  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8QDx2mRD-xc

Again, another mellow song. 😛 Though I don’t speak it, I think Portuguese is a lovely language. When I translated the lyrics, I interpreted them as not letting life pass you by, and the importance of paying attention to the small details in life.

9.  Flaws and All – Beyonce http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iK9Iio7WgaI

I really love Beyonce’s voice on this track! Also I think it’s importance for us to love ourselves with all of our imperfections.

10.  We’ve Got a Good Thing Going – Michael Jackson http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6tU12bFzk8g

Honestly, I just love this song and its Motown vibe-and who doesn’t love little MJ? 🙂

Hope you guys enjoyed this playlist! 😀