Throwback Thursday: Groundbreaking Final Choruses Part 1

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Have you ever heard a final chorus that made you feel like you were levitating? A final chorus that is so good that you can’t help but relish the euphoric feeling? There are so many like that, and today, we are going to talk about some groundbreaking final choruses that have changed our lives. 

NCT WISH - “poppop” 

NCT as a whole is known for a lot of things, and their final choruses are one of them. Their final choruses are always high-energy, packed with strong vocals and a captivating beat. On April 14, 2025, NCT WISH released their bright and energetic mini-album poppop - The 2nd Mini Album - EP. Their title track, “poppop,” is an adorable, lively song with cheery vocals and a danceable beat. “poppop” is joyful from the very beginning, and the boys are filled with energy from the first beat. Once the bridge begins, listeners hear the smooth vocals of the members, and R&B touches. The slowed-down instrumental builds up to the lighthearted tempo that creates a happy-go-lucky aura at the end of the song. During the final chorus, the members' strong vocals can be heard performing belts and runs, and the upbeat sound compels listeners to dance and sing along. It is a fun final chorus that matches the song's playful spirit. 

SEVENTEEN - “VERY NICE” 

On July 4, 2016, SEVENTEEN released their repackage Love&Letter Repackage Album. The album is jam-packed with breathtaking tracks that will either have listeners on their feet jumping or singing their hearts out. The title track for the repackage is one of their most popular songs, “VERY NICE.” A track packed to the brim with energy, “VERY NICE” is a fun, upbeat track with a strong, exciting instrumental and mighty vocals. The ending of “VERY NICE” is a monumental moment in time because of many factors. The vocals during the final chorus are powerful. The members' vocal ranges impress, with soaring falsettos and sturdy belts. The final chorus is also a highly interactive experience. “VERY NICE” is a track SEVENTEEN will always perform at concerts, and when that final chorus starts, it’s a joyous experience to watch them interact with CARATs by handing the microphone to fans to attempt the famously difficult high note. It’s a hype final chorus that has every listener ready to dance along. 

ATEEZ - “INCEPTION” 

ATEEZ is a group known for many things, and their dynamic endings are one of them. It was hard to pick one song, but there is one song whose ending resonated with so many ATINY’s and listeners. On July 29, 2020, ATEEZ released their stellar album ZERO: FEVER, Pt. 1. With seven tracks, each one draws the listener in from start to finish. The title track “INCEPTION” is a beautiful song, with an entrancing instrumental and dynamic vocals. The entire song is one massive build-up to the final chorus. As the song progresses, the emotion and intensity in the members' vocals build steadily. The angst behind the song is evident in each verse, and by the time listeners reach the final chorus, it is as if the members are crying out through their vocals. The harmonies, belted falsettos, and vocal runs elevate the final chorus into an ending that has resonated deeply with listeners.