IZ*ONE debuted on October 29, 2018 with their first extended play COLOR*IZ. Upon its release, the group received immediate commercial success, selling over 225,000 units and peaking at number 2 on South Korea's Gaon Album Chart. In addition, both the EP and its lead single "La Vie en Rose" charted on Billboard World Albums and World Digital Songs respectively. The early success subsequently hailed them as the New Artist of the Year at several awards shows, including Golden Disc Awards and Seoul Music Awards.
The group's Japanese debut single, "好きと言わせたい (Suki to Iwasetai)", was released on February 6, 2019 under UMG's EMI Records label. Peaking at number 2 on Oricon Singles Chart and with over 250,000 unit sales, the single was certified Platinum by the Recording Industry Association of Japan (RIAJ). On April 1, 2019, the group released their second EP HEART*IZ, with "Violeta" serving as the album's lead single. The album sold over 282,000 copies and continued the success of their debut.
The group was set to release their first studio album, Album page: BLOOM*IZ, on November 11, 2019. However, the release was postponed due to the Mnet vote manipulation investigation. Investigations had revealed that all twelve members of IZ*ONE were selected before the finale of Produce 48. As a result, their showcases, promotions, and several guest appearances were cancelled or put on hold. On January 6, 2020, the members' agencies and CJ ENM reached an agreement to resume the group's activities.
Eventually, BLOOM*IZ was released on February 17, 2020. The album became the best selling girl group album in Gaon Chart history with 480,000 sales as of April 2020. The lead single "Fiesta" was also a great success, becoming their biggest hit to date and peaking at #3 in Korea.
On March 10, 2021, Mnet confirmed that IZ*ONE would be disbanding as planned after the expiration of their contract at the end of April of the same year.
Daydream
IZ*ONE Lyrics
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말없이 쏟아진 황홀함
완벽한 느낌
아마도 여기는 꿈인 걸까
화려한 그 빛과 오묘한 향기가
가득히 펼쳐질 때
서랍 속 깊숙이 넣어둔 내 꿈이
전부 이루어질 것만 같아
Daydream, ah!
더 깊이 난 빠져만 가
꿈에 닿을 때까지
Daydream, ah!
서툴던 날 숨 쉬게 한
꿈을 이룰 때까지
Don't wake me up
Don't wake me up don't
Don't wake me up
꿈에 닿을 때까지
Don't wake me up
Don't wake me up don't
Don't wake me up
꿈을 이룰 때까지
날 비춘 햇살
더없이 찬란한 이 순간 uh uh
꿈을 향해서
두 발로 하늘을 걸어볼까 oh oh
온몸에 녹아든 환상의 조각들
그 맛은 참 달콤해
선명한 그 color 온 맘을 물들여
두 눈을 뜬대도
계속 머물러줄 것만 같아
Daydream, ah!
더 깊이 난 빠져만 가
꿈에 닿을 때까지
Daydream, ah!
서툴던 날 숨 쉬게 한
꿈을 이룰 때까지
Don't wake me up
Don't wake me up don't
Don't wake me up
꿈에 닿을 때까지
Don't wake me up
Don't wake me up don't
Don't wake me up
꿈을 이룰 때까지
Daydream, ah!
눈 뜬 순간 현실이 돼
나의 모든 꿈들이
Daydream, ah!
걸음마다 아름다워
나의 모든 순간이
Don't wake me up
Don't wake me up don't
Don't wake me up
꿈에 닿을 때까지
Don't wake me up
Don't wake me up don't
Don't wake me up
꿈을 이룰 때까지
The lyrics of IZ*ONE's "Daydream" express the feeling of being lost in a dreamlike state, immersed in a world of wonder and beauty. The first verse describes the overwhelming sensation of pure bliss that washes over the singer's closed eyes. The experience feels almost too perfect to be real, leading the singer to wonder if they're actually inside a dream. The second verse continues with descriptions of the vibrant colors and mesmerizing scents that surround them in a dreamlike realm. The singer feels that their wildest fantasies are all coming true before their very eyes, and they are elated at the thought of finally achieving their goals.
The chorus encourages the singer to stay enveloped in this dreamlike state, never letting go until they reach their ultimate goals. The refrain—"Don't wake me up"—is repeated throughout the song, emphasizing the importance of remaining committed to one's dreams. The bridge takes a more reflective turn, acknowledging that even when the singer eventually wakes up to reality, their heart will be filled with a newfound sense of purpose and determination. They're confident that all their dreams will come true if they just keep their eyes on the prize.
Overall, "Daydream" celebrates the power of imagination and the beauty of pursuing one's goals, even when the road might be uncertain. It encourages listeners to stay focused on their dreams and never give up until they've achieved what they set out to do.
Line by Line Meaning
Umm 감은 두 눈 위
On top of closed eyes, a feeling of ecstasy pours silently.
말없이 쏟아진 황홀함
A perfect sensation overwhelms without words.
완벽한 느낌
An immaculate feeling.
아마도 여기는 꿈인 걸까
Perhaps this is a dream.
화려한 그 빛과 오묘한 향기가
Brilliant light and complex fragrances...
가득히 펼쳐질 때
...completely unfold.
서랍 속 깊숙이 넣어둔 내 꿈이
My dream, buried deep inside a drawer...
기다려온 듯이
...seems to have been waiting.
전부 이루어질 것만 같아
As if it will all come true.
Daydream, ah!
Daydream, ah!
더 깊이 난 빠져만 가
I am falling deeper and deeper.
꿈에 닿을 때까지
Until I reach my dream.
서툴던 날 숨 쉬게 한
The day that made me breathe despite my clumsiness...
꿈을 이룰 때까지
...until my dream comes true.
Don't wake me up
Don't wake me up.
꿈에 닿을 때까지
Until I reach my dream.
눈 뜬 순간 현실이 돼
The moment I open my eyes, reality sets in.
나의 모든 꿈들이
All of my dreams...
걸음마다 아름다워
...are beautiful with every step I take.
나의 모든 순간이
All of my moments...
꿈을 이룰 때까지
...until my dream comes true.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Peermusic Publishing
Written by: Airplay, Danke1, Danke2, Danke3, Nash Overstreet, Sidnie Tipton, Yeon Jae Min
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