Three of the original four members of Red Velvet were previously part of S.M. Entertainment's pre-debut team, S.M. Rookies. Seulgi, the first member who joined the agency, was brought in through an audition in 2007. Irene, the next member to join the company, was cast in 2009. Wendy auditioned through the SM Global Audition in Canada, in 2012. Joy was not a part of S.M. Rookies, but auditioned through the SM Global Audition in Seoul, in 2012.
As part of S.M. Rookies, several clips of Irene, Seulgi and Wendy were released on S.M. Entertainment's official YouTube account. The three members were rumored to debut as a group in July 2014, which was then later confirmed by S.M. Entertainment. With the addition of member Joy, the four member group would debut as Red Velvet; S.M. Entertainment's first girl group in five years since f(x).
Red Velvet's debut single "Happiness", was digitally released on August 4, 2014, through various South Korean online music stores. The music video was released on August 1, and later become the second most viewed K-pop video worldwide in August 2014; on the same day, the group made their official debut stage on the music program Music Bank.
Red Velvet released their second digital single "Be Natural" on October 13, 2014. It is a remake of a song by veteran girl group, S.E.S., and it features on the track Taeyong (태용), former member of S.M. Rookies' Male Unit, SR14B, and current member of NCT U and NCT 127. The group started their promotional activities for this release on October 9, making their first appearance on the music program, M! Countdown. The music video for the song was released on the same day.
On March 11, 2015, S.M. Entertainment announced that the group's first mini album would be titled "Ice Cream Cake". On the same day, they released a video announcing the addition of a new member to the group's lineup; Yeri. Yeri was formerly part of S.M. Rookies with Irene, Seulgi and Wendy.
On March 14, "Automatic", the group's first music video featuring Yeri, was released. The following day, they released their first mini album, Ice Cream Cake, along with the music video for "Ice Cream Cake". It was also announced by S.M. Entertainment that both "Automatic" and "Ice Cream Cake" would be promoted as double lead singles off the album.
In early September 2015, S.M. Entertainment announced that the group would be making a comeback, and on September 9, 2015, Red Velvet released their first full length album, "The Red". The album features ten tracks, including the title track, "Dumb Dumb". The album focuses on their "red" image, which is the group's bright and bold side.
On December 18, 2015, the group took part in S.M. Entertainment's special winter project, Winter Garden, alongside labelmates f(x) and BoA, releasing a digital single titled "세가지 소원 (Wish Tree)".
In March 2016, it was announced that the group would make a comeback with the group's second mini album. The Velvet was released on March 17, 2016, and is a direct follow up to their first album, The Red. While The Red focuses on the "red" half of the group's image, The Velvet focuses, instead, on the group's smooth and soft "velvet" image. The title track, "7월 7일 (One Of These Nights)", is described as an R&B ballad.
On September 7, 2016, Red Velvet released their third mini album, Russian Roulette. The mini album features seven tracks, including the title track of the same name, "러시안 룰렛 (Russian Roulette)".
The group's fourth mini album, Rookie, was released on February 1, 2017. The mini album contains six tracks, including the title track of the same name, "Rookie" and "마지막 사랑 (Last Love)", a solo track by group member, Wendy.
On March 31, 2017, the group released the first single of season 2 of SM Station, "Would U".
On July 9, 2017, Red Velvet released a special summer mini album, The Red Summer, which contains five tracks, including the title track, "빨간 맛 (Red Flavor)". ''Red Flavor'' marked their first #1 single in South Korea.
On August 18, the group released a digital single titled "환생 (Rebirth)", as part of the SM Station project. From August 18 to August 20, Red Velvet held their first solo concert, Red Room.
On November 17, 2017, Red Velvet released their second full length album, Perfect Velvet, which includes the title track "피카부 (Peek-A-Boo)".
On January 29, 2018, Red Velvet released their first repackaged album, The Perfect Red Velvet. This included three new tracks in addition to all the songs from Perfect Velvet, with the single "Bad Boy" promoted as its title track. On April 29, 2018, Red Velvet held their first fan meeting in Chicago, to an audience of 4,000.
On July 4, 2018, the group debuted in Japan with #Cookie Jar with the title track "#Cookie Jar"
Cool World
레드벨벳 Lyrics
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미리 정해 둔 약속 그런 건 없지만
이 밤이 아름다워서
세상의 소음들 잠시 닫을게 헤드폰을 끼고
얼음 입 안에 하나 물고
이 길을 나설 테니까 자유롭게
좀 다르게 느껴 좀 다르게 봐
날 사랑해서 내가 나다워서
이 시간들이 더 아름다운 거야
Cool world, cool world 나만의 것
Cool world, cool world 나만의 꿈
Cool world, cool world 나만의 것
Cool world, cool world
아끼던 구두를 신을까 생각해
원하는 곳에 데려다 준다고 하잖아
오즈의 도로시처럼 나
세상의 시선들 잠시 가릴게
마음대로 꾸민 멋진 파티를 시작할래
맨 처음 널 초대할게 사실 말이야
좀 다르게 느껴 좀 다르게 봐
사람들 속에 겉도는 듯해도
날 사랑해서 내가 나다워서
이 시간들이 더 아름다운 거야
Cool world, cool world 나만의 것
Cool world, cool world 나만의 꿈
Cool world, cool world 나만의 것
Cool world, cool world
어디에서도 낯선 너라면
여기에 널 위한 자릴 비울게
만난 적 없었지만 아주 가까이 있다는
그런 느낌이 느껴지지 않니
나의 cool world, cool world
나의 cool world, cool world
좀 다르게 느껴 좀 다르게 봐
사람들 속에 겉도는 듯해도
날 사랑해서 내가 나다워서
이 시간들이 더 아름다운 거야
좀 다르게 느껴 (느껴) 좀 다르게 봐 oh
더 다르단 건 특별한 거라고
날 사랑해서 내가 나다워서
난 최고의 친구가 돼 나에겐
Cool world, cool world 나만의 것
Cool world, cool world 나만의 꿈
Cool world, cool world 나만의 것
Cool world, cool world yeah
The lyrics of "Cool World" by Red Velvet depict a sense of self-empowerment and individuality in a world that may seem conformist and noisy. The opening lines talk about bringing out clothes that fit well, symbolizing feeling comfortable in one's own skin. The lyrics also mention not having any pre-determined promises but enjoying the beauty of the night and temporarily shutting out the noise of the world with headphones. It portrays a desire for freedom and the determination to walk one's own path.
The chorus emphasizes the idea of perceiving oneself and the world differently. Despite blending in with others on the surface, the singer feels loved and secure in their own identity, which makes these moments more beautiful. The repeated phrase "Cool world, cool world" represents the singer's personal space, dream, and uniqueness.
The second verse compares the singer to Dorothy from "The Wizard of Oz," who temporarily hides the gaze of the world to create a fantastic and personalized party. The lyrics express the intention to invite someone special to this first-ever party, emphasizing the singer's genuine desire for connection and showcasing their true self.
The lyrics continue to affirm the importance of self-love, individuality, and the creation of a cool world where one can be themselves without fear of judgment. It concludes by expressing the singer's willingness to make space for someone unfamiliar yet close in their own unique world, inviting them to experience the special feeling of being a part of it.
Overall, "Cool World" explores the concept of embracing one's individuality, finding self-acceptance, and creating a space where uniqueness is celebrated.
Line by Line Meaning
잘 어울리는 옷을 꺼냈어
I took out clothes that fit well
미리 정해 둔 약속 그런 건 없지만
There's no prearranged promise, but
이 밤이 아름다워서
Because this night is beautiful
세상의 소음들 잠시 닫을게 헤드폰을 끼고
I'll temporarily shut out the world's noises and put on headphones
얼음 입 안에 하나 물고
Holding one ice cube in my mouth
이 길을 나설 테니까 자유롭게
Because I'm going on this path, freely
좀 다르게 느껴 좀 다르게 봐
Feel a bit different, see a bit different
사람들 속에 겉도는 듯해도
Even though I seem like an outsider among people
날 사랑해서 내가 나다워서
Because they love me and I'm being myself
이 시간들이 더 아름다운 거야
These moments are even more beautiful
Cool world, cool world 나만의 것
Cool world, cool world, only mine
Cool world, cool world 나만의 꿈
Cool world, cool world, only my dream
아끼던 구두를 신을까 생각해
I'm thinking of wearing the precious shoes
원하는 곳에 데려다 준다고 하잖아
They say they'll take me to wherever I want to go
오즈의 도로시처럼 나
Me, like Dorothy in the Wizard of Oz
세상의 시선들 잠시 가릴게
I'll temporarily shield myself from the world's gazes
마음대로 꾸민 멋진 파티를 시작할래
I want to start a fantastic party that I've decorated freely
맨 처음 널 초대할게 사실 말이야
Actually, I'll invite you first
어디에서도 낯선 너라면
If you're a stranger from anywhere
여기에 널 위한 자릴 비울게
I'll clear a space for you here
만난 적 없었지만 아주 가까이 있다는
We haven't met before, but we feel very close
그런 느낌이 느껴지지 않니
Can't you feel that kind of feeling?
나의 cool world, cool world
My cool world, cool world
나의 cool world, cool world
My cool world, cool world
좀 다르게 느껴 (느껴) 좀 다르게 봐 oh
Feel a bit different, see a bit different, oh
더 다르단 건 특별한 거라고
Being more different is something special
날 사랑해서 내가 나다워서
Because they love me and I'm being myself
난 최고의 친구가 돼 나에겐
I become the best friend to myself
Cool world, cool world 나만의 것
Cool world, cool world, only mine
Cool world, cool world 나만의 꿈
Cool world, cool world, only my dream
Cool world, cool world 나만의 것
Cool world, cool world, only mine
Cool world, cool world yeah
Cool world, cool world, yeah
Lyrics © GL Music Entertainment A/S, Universal Music Publishing Group, Spirit Music Group, Peermusic Publishing
Written by: Obi Klein, Andy Love, Marcus Winther-John
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