Weekly Charts: March 14 - March 20
This week’s latest releases breathe fresh air into the music charts as we adjust to the new spring season. Girl groups and female soloists add a flare of girl power as the chart toppers of the week, with new music centered on assurance, independence, and indulgence.
MINOR BUMPS ON THE ROAD
Baek Yerin enchants with her ethereal track, “Maybe It’s Not Our Fault,” from her second EP, Our Love is Great, released on March 18. A chill R&B song accompanied by dreamy instrumentals that soothes the heart and mind, the singer experiences the typical discords that come with relationships. Against this serene beat, she shares how troubles in relationships are normal for growth as the heroine cherishes her fondest memories through scrapbooking. Calming music and serene visuals convey that with all discord comes peace as couples can repair tears together without creating more damage. Three years since her last comeback, Baek Yerin makes her grand return with all-kills on music charts like MelOn and Naver with her serene and assuring music.
LET LOOSE
MAMAMOO pumps up the party with “Gogobebe” from their EP, White Wind, released on March 14 to conclude their Four Seasons project. As the temperatures drop this season, so do the members’ cares and worries. In this Latin-inspired pop track, the four ladies reassure listeners, “It’s okay not to be fine,” and inspires them to shake off their doubts. After a couple of drinks and a girls’ night out, the reckless women let loose and take back the night. Charting on Mnet at number three, MAMAMOO eases listeners with their latest chill track, reminding them to kick back and get wild every now and then.
SHE’S GONNA BE ALRIGHT
HEIZE expresses her new independence with “She’s Fine” from her first full-length album released on March 19. Her newest groovy R&B release becomes a post-breakup anthem for women looking to gain back their strength and focus on individual happiness. From regaining peaceful nights of sleep to enjoying coffee and other simple indulgences, the soloist finds her serenity without any intrusions from her ex. Taking the number two spot on Genie and Bugs!, HEIZEblooms this spring with a fresh track to revitalize listeners from restrictive forces and to encourage them to focus on their own happiness.