Serving as the group ’ s first overpoweringly sweet treat , the single “ POP ” sprinkles in a few slight familiarities to show a more assertive stance that many witnessed on the brassy track “ bugAboo .” The uncommon chorus arrangement within “ POP ” also manages to feel like a fresh take on current repetitive inclinations – ramping up to a prominent bridge that actually benefits the song as opposed to feeling like a misplaced moment often debated in pop music .
One thing that ’ s certain is that the vast world of K-pop just received an explosive addition to a heavy-hitting 2022 roster , courtesy of the endearing rookie group . With POP officially out now , Vanity Teen was eager to catch up with bugAboo about all things music , and more !
After your truly thrilling 2021 debut with the self-titled track “ bugAboo ” people all over the world were so eager to offer their support ! How has that relationship manifested in 2022 ?
CYAN : bugAboo and fans are each other ’ s supporting trees , therefore we maintain a very close relationship ! Even though we couldn ’ t meet our fans due to the global pandemic , we know we trust and lean on each other so I ’ m looking forward to the day we actually meet . RAINBOO is my biggest motivation and strongest energy !
RAINIE : We have prepared a very cool comeback with an addictive title track . We ’ re ready to show a whole new side of us , so I hope you enjoy our ‘ POP ’ promotions .
You ’ ve attained millions of views for that debut track too , which felt like a really welcoming and colorful picture that offered listeners some prominent visuals to accommodate the vibe . If you had to pick one way for people to discover the song via song or music video what would you each choose ?
CHO YEON : I think our music video and the song itself are very popping and happy , just as stated in the title ‘ POP .’ I wish everyone to feel our powerful energy by enjoying stage performances and music video together !
ZIN : I also want to show our confidence . My confidence dropped a little bit during our hiatus , but I gained it back quickly by preparing for this comeback . With [ both aspects of ] ‘ POP ’, we ’ ll show our confidence that is strong enough to fight anything .
Your new single album POP compliments that sense of youthful and energetic music that fans have come to expect for a follow-up – so how would you personally say this release compliments the reputation you ’ ve created with bugAboo ?
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