Song Review: Red Velvet Make A Comeback With "Cosmic"

Red Velvet (레드벨벳) - Cosmic 

Review

Red Velvet, known for their versatility and ability to experiment with different genres and concepts, has returned to the music scene with a captivating new mini-album "Cosmic", just in time to celebrate their 10th anniversary. The title track of the same name, "Cosmic", is a dance pop song that dynamically unfolds with colorful synth strings and disco rhythms centered on a cheerful bass guitar and drum sounds. 

The music video for "Cosmic" draws heavily from the 2019 horror film Midsommar, evident in its thematic elements and visual style. The narrative follows the members as they become part of a secluded rural community, blending bright, idyllic settings with a sense of underlying unease and foreboding. 

Lyrically, the song tells the tale of a traveler who stumbles upon a solitary star and discovers a love as vast as the universe. One of the standout features of this song is its vocal arrangement. Red Velvet's harmonized choruses are powerful and emotionally resonant, creating a rich auditory experience. The group's vocal prowess shines through, adding depth and texture to the track by their usual blending of different musical styles and concepts.

In conclusion, with "Cosmic", Red Velvet once again demonstrates their unparalleled artistry and innovation in the K-pop industry, by releasing a memorable track that seamlessly blends bright and eerie elements with strong storytelling and an innovative atmosphere. "Cosmic" is just another proof why Red Velvet is still on top after 10 years on the scene.

Release Info & Mini Bio 

Red Velvet (레드벨벳), the five-member girl group under SM Entertainment that debuted as four (Yeri was added to the group in March 2015) on August 1, 2014 with the single "Happiness", made a comeback today on June 24, 2024 with their ninth mini (eleventh if you count their two summer albums in the same category) "Cosmic" and the same-titled song as the album's title track. The album will contain six tracks and the physical release will come out in nine versions: two Photo Book CD versions (Midnight Sun and Hotel version), two Poster CD versions (Midnight Sun and Hotel version), and five member-specific SMini versions (NFC card). This album is the follow-up to the group's third full-length album "Chill Kill" that was released on November 13, 2023 with "Chill Kill" serving as the album's title track. 

Track List

1. "Cosmic" 
2. "Sunflower"  
3. "Last Drop"  
4. "Love Arcade"  
5. "Bubble"  
6. "Night Drive"