Throwback Thursday: Relay Dance Edition Part 2
In part one of “Relay Dances,” we talked about iconic “Relay Dances” that altered time. For those who want to know what that is, “Relay Dance” is a video of groups, soloists, and backup dancers in a line dancing to their recent comeback. These videos appear on the Mnet M2 YouTube channel and are a joy to watch. It’s a video that many fans look forward to during comeback promotions, and there are ones that stick with us forever. So, let’s take it back and talk about some iconic “Relay Dances.”
MONSTA X - “Shoot Out”
On October 22, 2018, Starship Entertainment boy group MONSTA X appeared on the Mnet M2 channel and did a “Relay Dance” to their comeback at the time, “Shoot Out.” This hard-hitting song is super well-known amongst K-pop fans, and when this video dropped, everybody was at the edge of their seats. Besides everyone knowing the lyrics, we also know the choreography like the back of our hands. Watching the members go one by one and perform the choreography with such force and intensity will have you excited to see more. The dark aura of the video, the futuristic outfits, and the group’s aggressive yet bubbly energy literally will have you at the edge of your seat and smiling from ear to ear. It’s such a good video that you have to watch.
SEVENTEEN - “HOME;RUN”
On October 25, 2020, SEVENTEEN appeared on the channel promoting their release at the time, “HOME;RUN.” Bright, colorful, and cheerful are the words that come to mind when this video comes on. We all know what fantastic dancers the SEVENTEEN members are, and they do not disappoint in this video. The way each member comes to the front with so much energy will have you excited for each one. “HOME;RUN” is an upbeat song and will leave you with a big smile. You can tell they love this song and have so much fun performing it. Their lively energy will be delivered to you through the screen, and you will have fun watching.
ITZY - “ICY”
“Hey, hey, hey!” On August 1, 2019, we got to hear this iconic intro on the Mnet M2 channel. That day, JYP Entertainment girl group ITZY appeared and danced to their release “ICY.” This upbeat dance track is catchy, fun, and hard-hitting. The girls can be seen in colorful outfits with a lit-up backdrop that shows the lyrics. Each member who came to the front came with a bright smile and energetic dance moves. Anyone who has tried or has learned this choreography knows how intense it is. While coming to the front, the girls perform the song with ease. “ICY” is a fun song; the girls genuinely show how much fun it is with this video.
Edited by Bryn Claybourne