Throwback Thursday: K-Pop and K-Hip-Hop/K-R&B From A to Z (Letter “G” Edition)
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Now that we move to our next letter, it was time to search once again to find songs that begin with the letter “G.” This wasn’t a hard issue. After searching through multiple playlists, I compiled a list of songs that begin with the letter “G” and are memorable. So, let’s take it back and talk about some tracks.
SF9 - “Good Guy”
On January 7, 2020, FNC Entertainment's iconic boy group SF9 started all of our 2020 with such a groovy album. Their album, FIRST COLLECTION, features 10 unforgettable songs. One song that resonated with many K-Pop fans is their super well-known title track, “Good Guy.” An upbeat track that showcased the members' sultry vocals, it also had a danceable beat that had you moving along to its captivating rhythm. With SF9's many talents, we got to hear such memorable vocals, runs, belts, and raps. The falsettos during the final chorus are a great example of a moment in the track that had us all at the edge of our seats. The song is also very addictive. Just from one listen, you will catch yourself singing the lyrics. “‘Cause I’m good, good, good, good. Good guy, yeah good guy-” it is such a fun song that became a staple for the boys.
Girls’ Generation - “Genie”
On June 29, 2009, SM Entertainment’s super well-known girl group Girls’ Generation released their very iconic EP, Genie. An EP with many personalities, it is home to one of their best-known tracks. “Genie” is a synth-heavy track with a groovy club/dance beat that will have you ready to recreate the iconic choreography. We all know what fantastic singers the members of Girls’ Generation are, and in this song, the girls did not come to play. Members were belting powerful high notes that had us all rewinding the track to hear it again. The girls truly made this song so iconic. The choreography is one that many still recreate today. The costuming is one you can point out from far away. The uniform look, but with shorts, was a statement and still is. It is such a legendary song and will forever be.
Agust D - “give it to me”
On August 16, 2016, BTS member Suga, under his name Agust D, released his hard-hitting album Agust D. An album that showcased his amazing lyrical skills, there are 10 songs that had us all moving our heads to the beat and losing it over the lyrics. One song on that album that had fans around the world moving along to the beat is his B-side, “give it to me.” A track with a striking beat that matches the striking and articulate flow of Agust D. The song has this EDM beat that will have you captivated from the moment it starts, and then when he comes in, you get this rush of adrenaline. We all know how spectacular his flow is, and in this song, it felt like he was on a rampage. The words were flowing, and you felt as though you were watching this live. It is a really good track that will always showcase Agust D's true lyricism.