Dives, get ready to absolutely *slay* because IVE is dropping “BANG BANG,” the highly anticipated pre-release track from their 2nd full album, ‘REVIVE+’! Our “MZ Wannabe Icons” — An Yujin, Gaeul, Rei, Jang Wonyoung, Liz, and Leeseo — are kicking off their comeback era on May 9th at 6 PM KST, and we are not okay!
This isn’t just any track; “BANG BANG” is giving major main character energy. It’s an EDM and electronic banger with an iconic Western swing intro, boasting straight-up beats and an energetic sound structure that perfectly embodies IVE’s signature confidence. The message? It’s all about choosing your own path and owning your truth, no cap. Like, not being swayed by rumors or external opinions? We love to see it! They’ve already hyped us up with a lit performance challenge video, and now the full track is here to set the stage for ‘REVIVE+’!
But wait, there’s more! Our queen, Jang Wonyoung, flexed her lyrical genius by participating in writing “BANG BANG.” Seriously, Wonyoung has consistently been credited for tracks like “ATTITUDE,” “XOXG,” “OTT,” and “Blue Heart,” proving her insane musical prowess. Plus, legendary lyricist Seo Jieum (who crafted “ELEVEN,” “LOVE DIVE,” “After LIKE”) and other amazing writers like Hwang Yubin and WJSN’s Exy also hopped on board to make this track a certified hit.
And let’s talk about the *visuals* because IVE always understands the assignment! The concept photos, released on May 7th, had us screaming. Each member served their unique individuality with fierce black styling, radiating an unmatched aura. The strong red lighting and flash photography created such a chic and intense mood – honestly, a serve!
The teaser video? Chef’s kiss! It totally flipped the script on traditional American Western vibes, ditching the desert for a stunning visual feast. With powerful contrast, vibrant colors, and next-level VFX, it’s a cinematic masterpiece. Instead of old-school sheriffs, we got modern police officers, and those flashy lights instead of pistols? The unexpected Western reinterpretation is giving pure surrealism, all brought to life by director Bang Jae-yeop. IVE truly redefines everything they touch!
Get ready for IVE to dominate music shows with “BANG BANG” as they officially kick off their ‘REVIVE+’ comeback. It’s going to be iconic!
Reported by Seoul Wire | Seoul, South Korea 🇰🇷
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