The group IVE will appear on their first music program after their comeback.
IVE (An Yujin, Gaeul, Rei, Jang Wonyoung, Liz, Lee Seo) will unveil the stage for the title track "XOXZ" from their fourth mini-album "IVE SECRET" for the first time on a music show during the broadcast of Mnet's "M Countdown" today at 6 p.m.
The new song "XOXZ," released on the 25th, is a track that seems to blend the textures of classic hip-hop and pop. Member Jang Wonyoung has her name in the songwriting credits, and lyricist Seo Ji-eum, who has built the narcissism worldview with IVE, supported the completion of IVE's cool yet secretive lyrics.
With the release receiving positive feedback from music fans both domestically and abroad, and currently dominating the top charts, the expectations for the "XOXZ" stage to be revealed today have been highlighted.
#Captivating dreamlike and sophisticated 'XOXZ'
"XOXZ" is a neologism created by IVE inspired by the English expression "XOXO." The message "I love you, sleep well. And let's meet in dreams" is expressed like a code, revealing the complexity of hidden attitudes and emotions rather than a single feeling.
The members are expected to captivate viewers with a strong sense of immersion on the music program stage, adding low rap, minimal vocal harmonies, and distinctive timbres over a dreamy and sophisticated sound created by 808 bass and brass.
#Performance king 'XOXZ'
Global fans are focusing on the performance of "XOXZ." During the comeback live held on the global K-culture fan platform Berriz on the 25th, Rei expressed confidence by saying, "This choreography is really great. It turned out really well," while Gaeul highlighted her happiest moment during the comeback preparation as when they first learned the choreography for "XOXZ," noting, "It was hip and cool, so I was really happy from the moment I started learning the choreography."
IVE sparked interest by unexpectedly revealing a portion of the challenge segment choreography through social media before the song's release. As the point choreography that expresses "XOXZ" intuitively has partially unveiled, expectations are also gathering for an explosive performance on the main stage.
#'Killing part maker' IVE
Since their debut, IVE has exploded with various charms through various stages, earning the title 'killing part maker.' Starting from the 'camera close-up shot' in their debut song "ELEVEN," to the part "Do you know what my strength is? It's being honest" in "After LIKE," and the recent part "Rampaging guinea pig" in "ATTITUDE," each time they have drawn attention with the addictive melody combined with the members' diverse expressions and stage manners.
In particular, through two performances at 'Lollapalooza' last month, IVE received warm responses from global fans with their relaxed stage manners and performances. Attention is focused on what legendary part IVE will create with the stage of their new song "XOXZ."
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