MC: yes, we will start the interview anytime now. What you just heard was IGAB by SNSD, and this girl group called SNSD has dominated the world with the power of KPOP and recently won the YTMA Video Awards with their song, IGAB. SNSD was the first Asian group to go to an American music awards ceremony and win an award. On the line is Tiffany. Hello Tiffany!

T: Yes - hello everyone, I'm Tiffany from SNSD.

MC: Congratulations.

T: Yes, thank you~

MC: So you got the award in New York, correct?

T: Yes, I got the opportunity to directly attend the awards ceremony.

MC: So, what did you say in your speech?

T: I was so anxious that moment, I felt like I rapped or something rather than giving a speech.

MC: Ah, rapping. Yes. Then, I guess you weren't able to say much?

T: I very simply thanked a few people; my members, company (SM ENT) family, and most importantly, our fans. After coming down from the stage, I actually thought, "Aw, I should've said more things". It was just, a very emotional time.

MC: Yes. Since you didn't get to say what you wanted to say, please say it on our radio channel YTN.

T: Ah yes. I think the opportunity to attend the YTMA ceremony itself was a prize, but like you mentioned previously, I think the fact that we have taken over Asia with our music is even more glorious. And also, this not only related to my speech but also relates to the present day: I would like to thank our fans with all [our] glory.

MC: Yes. You speak so well..

T: Ah yes, thank you.

MC: Yes. And you speak English fluently, correct?

T: I think English is still a more comfortable language for me.

MC: Ah, then you should've given your speech that you just gave like you gave your speech in New York with your fluent English.

T: Yes. If only I was able to.. But anyways, it was very emotional, and I felt "that" reaction and response. Our members told me it seemed very shocking, and it was very fun that they were able to feel that shocking and surprising response as well.

MC: Ah, I see.

T: Yes.

MC: Well, I took a look at your English speech, and it seems that you said "YouTube is my and your best friend", correct?

T: Yes. "Youtube is my best friend" is a phrase I use often, especially to my members; it's a place where artists, musicians, and everyone else from all over the world can enjoy and submit music they enjoy, and that is why I think Youtube is my best friend. For that reason, the phrase "Youtube is my best friend" was the first thing that popped up on my mind. And that is why [the prize] was so meaningful to me, and it was definitely a great prize.

MC: You just said the phrase "Youtube is my best friend" without hesitation, it seems like a very wise saying.

T: Ah, thank you.

MC: It would've been great if you mentioned Youtube plus YTN.

T: Yes. Youtube plus YTN is my best friend.

MC: Ah, thank you. Yes. In the beginning we heard IGAB, which won this year's music video award; did you expect this song to get such a big award when it was first released?

T: No, I definitely did not even imagine that. Actually, when it was first released, our fans and even our members thought that this song would get a lot of likes but dislikes at the same time.

MC: Oh, really?

T: Yes. It was a song which we released after a long hiatus through a comeback, so we were happy with just the fact that it was released and that we put a lot of effort into putting it together. But now that I see how popular it is, and the fact that the year is already coming to an end, I would like to thank our loving fans who have stayed with us for a long time once again.

MC: Yes. You said you expected a lot of likes and dislikes about IGAB, so I guess now you only want to hear comments from fans who like the song?

T: In a way, yes. I am very thankful, and I thought IGAB was a song that a lot of people throughout the world would like. So that's why I think IGAB was released with very good timing, and in the future, [we] will do our best to release good songs at the right time.

MC: Yes. Not only are young fans very happy for you, but even Samchon fans like me are very happy and we cheer you on a lot.

T: Thank you.

MC: Yes. Why do you think you have such popularity with Samchon fans?

T: I think Samchon fans have loved us for already 6 years. Since they have always been seeing our performances and group/individual appearances, I think they show us a lot of love. And that is why they say "Aw, you're pretty", "yes, yes", "Nice job" whatever we do; [we] will be expecting a lot of love and cheers from Samchon fans.

MC: Yes, of course. There are 9 members in Girls' Generation, correct?

T: Yes.

MC: You mentioned earlier that IGAB may have lots of likes and dislikes, and everyone's opinions may be different. This may be a tough or easy question, but which member has the most popularity in America? You and who else?

T: Ah, since we traveled to so many different countries, this will be a tough question; but in every country, there is different love for everyone. So that's why wherever we go, the most popular member is always different.

MC: oh really? Like who, for example?

T: For example, in Paris of Europe, Hyoyeon has a ton of popularity, and in China, Yoona, Hyoyeon, Yuri, and Jessica have an immense amount of popularity.

MC: How about you, Tiffany?

T: Well, for me, since I speak English, I think a lot of American fans show a lot of love towards me. Mainly because the communication is more easy and comfortable.

MC: Ah, I see. So, do all of you know that? The popularity of some members in some countries?

T: Yes, but I think that is a huge advantage for us. That's because wherever we go, not one member is only liked, but the international fans can find something special about all of us…

MC: Yes, that must be true.

T: Yes. We would like to thank [the fans] for loving us a lot.

MC: So you said that was an advantage; what is the "musical color" that Girls' Generation has adopted? Or how should I explain that..?

T: Since each member surely knows her "musical color", greed between each other is common and also the effort to do one's best can be seen clearly among us as a team. So instead of us saying "This is what Girls' Generation's songs sound like.", we want to show a lot of variety. So depending on trends and what we think about, the "musical color" and our image changes a lot, and we would like to show that variety to our fans.

MC: In order to achieve lots of variety in your music, it's really important to find what all 9 members are confident about.

T: Regarding that, I can say with confidence that our teamwork is outstanding.

MC: Oh, really? Then who is the "leader"? Is there someone like you, Tiffany, who says "Let's do [this idea] like this!"? Is there someone who goes ahead [to lead others]?

T: I think I am very emotional/strong with my opinions. So we either trust in each other or just let go of an idea and follow whoever has the better idea. Sometimes I follow others, and sometimes the members follow me.

MC: Are there, by any chance, rivals or role models that SNSD often think about?

T: More of a role model than a rival, Jo Yong-Pil is someone who I put a lot of thought into (non-relationship thoughts) as the year passes by.

MC: Why? Because he is a Samchon fan?

T: What? No. It's because he's so cool, and it's very admirable to see how much passion he puts into making music. He's a teacher (in Korea, teacher is a formal way of calling someone who has more experience than you) who we would like to be a lot like.

MC: There isn't much left of this year; please tell us any music plans if you have any.

T: Yes, as of now, our Japanese album is scheduled to be released in December. And also, since the year is coming to an end, we are preparing for SM WEEK in December where we perform. Until the end of the year, we are performing and also getting ready for Japanese promotions, so please show us a lot of love until the very end.

MC: Yes, okay. Thank you so much for joining me on the interview today. Next time, when you have a chance, please say "YTN is my best friend".

T: Ok. YTN is my best friend.

MC: Thank you.

T: Yes, thank you for interviewing me.

MC: Yes, thank you for your interview today.

T: Yes.