Would U

Last updated
"Would U"
Red Velvet - Would U.png
Single by Red Velvet
Language Korean
ReleasedMarch 31, 2017
Studio SM Studios, Seoul, South Korea
Genre
Length3:24
Label
Songwriter(s)
  • Jo Yun-gyeong
Producer(s)
  • Albi Albertsso
  • Belle Humble
  • Markus Lindell
Red Velvet singles chronology
"Rookie"
(2017)		"Would U"
(2017)		"Red Flavor"
(2017)
Music video
"Would U" on YouTube

"Would U" is a song by South Korean girl group Red Velvet. The song was released as the first track of the second season of SM Entertainment's music project SM Station. The music video features Irene and actor Kim Min-jae. [1] Joy did not participate in the recording because of conflicting schedules with the filming of her drama, The Liar and His Lover .

Contents

Background and composition

On June 23, 2017, SM Entertainment released a video teaser for the music video marking the second season of SM Station. [2] On June 29, 2017, SM Entertainment release the second music video teaser. The song was released on July 31, 2017. [3]

The song has been described to be a medium tempo pop song that fits the spring season and expresses the shy heart of a girl who is waiting for her love to come true. [4]

Reception

Following its initial release, "Would U" was met with positive reviews from music critics. Park Hee-ah of Y-Magazine viewed the track as "a song based on a very lovely plot." Hamchwa of the same magazine described the track as "welcoming" adding it as a "perfect song in spring". [5]

Music video

Although sung by all members of Red Velvet except Joy, the music video for "Would U" only featured Irene as a model. She was accompanied by actor Kim Min Jae in the music video of the song. In the video, Irene hides in a flower garden and steals actor Kim Min-jae, who shows off her spring-day performance. As Kim Min-jae walked through the garden, Irene was shy as she hidden herself in a flower garden. Irene then opened a gift box in the middle of the garden with the phrase 'Come to the secret flower garden'. This is the scene that follows the first teaser video when Irene discovered the phrase 'go to the jungle'. [6]

Credits and personnel

Credits adapted from Melon. [7]

Charts

Weekly charts

Weekly chart performance for "Would U"
Chart (2017)Peak

position

South Korea (Gaon) [8] 13

Release history

Release dates and formats for "Would U"
RegionDateFormatLabel
South KoreaMarch 31, 2017 SM Entertainment
Various

Related Research Articles

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Red Velvet (group)</span> South Korean girl group

Red Velvet is a South Korean girl group formed and managed by SM Entertainment. They originally debuted on August 1, 2014, with the single "Happiness" with the four-member line-up of Irene, Seulgi, Wendy, and Joy. A fifth member, Yeri, joined in March 2015, following the release of their first extended play, the chart-topping Ice Cream Cake. Sonically, the music of Red Velvet reflects their group name: their predominantly-pop "red" side experiments occasionally with electronic and funk, while their "velvet" side focuses on '90s-influenced R&B with elements of ballad and hip hop.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Seulgi (singer)</span> South Korean singer (born 1994)

Kang Seul-gi, known mononymously as Seulgi, is a South Korean singer and dancer. She is a member of the South Korean girl group Red Velvet, its sub-unit Red Velvet – Irene & Seulgi, and the supergroup Got the Beat. She released her debut EP, 28 Reasons, in 2022.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Happiness (Red Velvet song)</span> 2014 single by Red Velvet

"Happiness" is the debut single recorded by South Korean girl group Red Velvet. The song was written by Yoo Young-jin, Will Simms, Chad Hugo, Anne Judith Wik, and Chris Holsten, with the production was handled by Hugo and Simms. It was released digitally by SM Entertainment on August 4, 2014, in South Korea. The song also marked their first release under the Red Velvet moniker and their first as a quartet, introducing the four members Irene, Seulgi, Wendy, and Joy to the public.

"Be Natural" is a song recorded by South Korean girl group S.E.S. for their fourth studio album, A Letter from Greenland. It was released in conjunction with the album through SM Entertainment on December 22, 2000. The song was composed, written, and arranged by SM songwriter Yoo Young-jin.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Irene (singer)</span> South Korean singer (born 1991)

Bae Joo-hyun, better known by her stage name Irene (Korean: 아이린), is a South Korean singer and actress, best known as the leader of the South Korean girl group Red Velvet and its sub-unit Red Velvet – Irene & Seulgi.

<i>Russian Roulette</i> (Red Velvet EP) 2016 EP by Red Velvet

Russian Roulette is the third Korean extended play by South Korean girl group Red Velvet. It was released on September 7, 2016, by SM Entertainment.

<i>The Red Summer</i> (EP) 2017 EP by Red Velvet

The Red Summer is the first special extended play and the fifth overall by South Korean girl group Red Velvet. Marketed as the group's first "special summer" release, the five-track EP was released digitally on July 9, 2017, and physically the following day by SM Entertainment. Primarily a dance-pop and EDM record, it is the second major release from Red Velvet to focus solely on their "red" concept, following their debut studio album The Red (2015). It was later proceeded by Summer Magic as both the second "special summer" extended play and the third major "red" release.

<i>Perfect Velvet</i> Album by Red Velvet

Perfect Velvet is the second studio album by South Korean girl group Red Velvet. Released by SM Entertainment on November 17, 2017, the record incorporates R&B, soul and hip-hop with influences from future bass, trap and synth-pop, and saw contributions from various songwriters and production teams. The album is a portrayal of the group's "velvet" concept, making it their second major release to follow this sonic direction since their second extended play, The Velvet (2016). The album reissued as The Perfect Red Velvet on January 29, 2018.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Red Flavor</span> Song by Red Velvet

"Red Flavor" is a song recorded by South Korean girl group Red Velvet for their first Korean special extended play, The Red Summer (2017). It was released as the lead single from the EP on July 9, 2017, through SM Entertainment and was distributed by Genie Music, along with the accompanying fruit-infused music video. Written by SM collaborator Kenzie and composed by Daniel Caesar and Ludwig Lindell, it is primarily a dance-pop song with synths and percussion. The song reflects the summer funky vibe, while the lyrics hint towards a young relationship with summer references. A Japanese version of the song, adapted by songwriter Kami Kaoru, was later included on the group's first Japanese EP, #Cookie Jar, on July 4, 2018.

"Automatic" is a song recorded by South Korean girl group Red Velvet for their debut extended play (EP), Ice Cream Cake (2015). Composed and produced by Daniel "Obi" Klein and Charlotte Taft with Korean lyrics adapted by Choi So-young, the R&B and urban song was released as the group's first single from the EP on March 14, 2015, by SM Entertainment. It marked their first release as a quintet since the addition of member Yeri. The song's lyrics tells about unraveling the feeling of attraction to the other person.

"Ice Cream Cake" is a song recorded by South Korean girl group Red Velvet for their debut extended play Ice Cream Cake (2015). Primarily a dance-rock track with influences from drum and bass, the song was written by lyricist Jo Yoon-kyung, Kim Dong-hyun, Fredrik Häggstam, Hayley Aitken, Johan Gustafsson and Sebastian Lundberg, while production and arrangement were handled by Hayley Aitken and Trinity Music. Following the release of "Automatic", it was released as the group's second single from the extended play on March 16, 2015, by SM Entertainment, along with an accompanying music video. With its parental release, the group showcased their dual sonic concept in one album for the first time as "Ice Cream Cake" was promoted as the "Red" single, in contrast to "Automatic" which was promoted as its "Velvet" single.

"Russian Roulette" is a song by South Korean girl group Red Velvet for their third extended play of the same name. Written by Jo Yoon-kyung and produced by Albi Albertsson, Belle Humble and Markus Lindell, it is primarily an 8-bit influenced synth-pop and dance-pop song which lyrically compares the process of winning someone's heart to a game of Russian roulette. The song was released as the lead single on September 7, 2016, by SM Entertainment along with an accompanying cartoon-themed music video which saw the group mimicking cartoon tricks to pull a prank and harm each other as the video progressed.

"Psycho" is a song that was recorded by South Korean girl group Red Velvet and was released as the lead single from their first compilation album The ReVe Festival: Finale (2019), which is the third and final installment in the group's album trilogy The ReVe Festival. The song was composed by Andrew "Druski" Scott, Cazzi Opeia, and EJAE; was arranged by the former Druski and long-time SM Entertainment record producer Yoo Young-jin; and the Korean lyrics were written by Kenzie. "Psycho" is an R&B track that incorporates elements of pop, trap and future bass, and is about a couple who are in a complicated romantic relationship. A gothic-themed music video accompanied the single's digital release on December 23, 2019.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Red Velvet – Irene & Seulgi</span> South Korean girl group

Red Velvet – Irene & Seulgi is the first sub-unit of South Korean girl group Red Velvet, formed by SM Entertainment in 2020. It is composed of members Irene and Seulgi. The duo debuted on July 6, 2020, with the extended play Monster.

<i>Monster</i> (EP) 2020 EP by Red Velvet – Irene & Seulgi

Monster is the debut extended play by Red Velvet – Irene & Seulgi, the first sub-unit of South Korean girl group Red Velvet. It was released on July 6, 2020, by SM Entertainment, with Dreamus serving as the South Korea distributor. The EP contains six tracks, including the title track of the same name and a follow-up single "Naughty".

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Naughty (Red Velvet – Irene & Seulgi song)</span> 2020 song by Red Velvet – Irene & Seulgi

"Naughty" is a song recorded by Red Velvet - Irene & Seulgi, the first sub-unit of South Korean girl group Red Velvet, for their debut EP Monster. The song was released as the second single from the EP. The track was written by JQ, Yeon-Ji Lee, Charite Viken, Louise Frick Sveen and Moonshine and was also produced by Soo-Man Lee, Moonshine, Young-Jin Yoo and Butterfly. A remix of the song with DJ Demicat was released on July 31 with a music video.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Queendom (song)</span> 2021 single by Red Velvet

"Queendom" is a song recorded by South Korean girl group Red Velvet for their sixth Korean extended play (EP) of the same name. Composed by minGtion, Anne Judith Stokke Wik, Moa "Cazzi Opeia" Carlebecker, and Ellen Berg with Korean lyrics adapted by Jo Yoon-kyung, the dance-pop song was released as the titular EP's lead single on August 16, 2021, by SM Entertainment, along with its accompanying music video.

<i>The ReVe Festival 2022 – Feel My Rhythm</i> 2022 EP by Red Velvet

The ReVe Festival 2022 – Feel My Rhythm is the fifth special extended play and thirteenth overall by South Korean girl group Red Velvet, released by SM Entertainment on March 21, 2022, to commemorate the birthday of German Baroque music composer J.S. Bach. It consists of six tracks, including the lead single "Feel My Rhythm", in three physical versions, two "ReVe" versions with different covers and the "Orgel" version.

<i>Irenes Work & Holiday</i> 2022 South Korean reality web series

Irene's Work & Holiday is a South Korean reality web series starring Irene. Produced by SM C&C Studio and directed by Jin Sun-mi, the reality show was broadcast on Seezn and Sig started on August 4, 2022, and was shown every Thursday and Friday. It served as Irene's first solo reality show that featured her life as a Red Velvet member, her daily life, and going on a vacation with her staffs.

"Birthday" is a song recorded by South Korean girl group Red Velvet for their sixth special extended play The ReVe Festival 2022 – Birthday. Written by Issac Han, Aaron Kim, Ghostchild Ltd, Loosen Door, Ejae and Kole, it was released as the EP's lead single by SM Entertainment on November 28, 2022.

References

  1. ↑ POP, 헤럴드 (2017-03-31). "[팝업뮤직]레드벨벳의 봄, 상큼 '루키'→달콤 '우드 유'". pop.heraldcorp.com (in Korean). Retrieved 2021-01-07.
  2. ↑ 장영훈 (2018-05-18). "봄맞아 활짝 핀 '꽃미모'로 돌아온 레드벨벳 아이린 (영상)". 인사이트 (in Korean). Retrieved 2021-01-07.
  3. ↑ "아이린·김민재, 설레는 눈맞춤…"시작하는 연인, Would you?"". 디스패치 | 뉴스는 팩트다! (in Korean). 2017-03-29. Retrieved 2021-01-07.
  4. ↑ MoneyTodayNetwork (2017-03-31). "레드벨벳 아이린, 생일 기념 셀카 대방출 '완벽 미모 자랑'". m.mtn.co.kr. Retrieved 2021-01-07.
  5. ↑ "레드벨벳 – Would U (2017) |" (in Korean). Retrieved 2021-01-07.
  6. ↑ 입력 2017.03.31 16:30 (2017-03-31). "꽃밭에 숨어 김민재 훔쳐보는 아이린". 중앙일보 (in Korean). Retrieved 2021-01-07.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: numeric names: authors list (link)
  7. ↑ "Would U - SM STATION". www.melon.com (in Korean). Retrieved 2021-01-31.
  8. ↑ "국내 대표 음악 차트 가온차트!". gaonchart.co.kr. Retrieved 2021-01-07.
This page is based on this Wikipedia article
Text is available under the CC BY-SA 4.0 license; additional terms may apply.
Images, videos and audio are available under their respective licenses.