Written by Gina Ramos Pena at Kpop Kastle
Edited by Cindy Claros at Kpop Kastle
(G)I-DLE has ascended to their 7th mini album, “I SWAY,” released on July 8th.
Debut and Early Success
The five-member group debuted in 2018 with their mini album “I Am,” featuring six songs. Known for hit tracks like “Queencard” from their 2023 EP album “I feel,” which has accumulated over 297 million streams on Spotify, and “TOMBOY” from their 2022 album “I NEVER DIE,” with over 290 million streams, (G)I-DLE continues to capture the attention of fans worldwide.
Members’ Unique Contributions
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The group consists of five members who each contribute uniquely to their success.
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Soyeon (98) leads the group as the leader and center, showcasing her skills as the main rapper and sub-vocalist.
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Miyeon (97) brings her striking visuals and powerful vocals as the main vocalist.
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Minnie (97) adds her Thai roots and vocal prowess as the main vocalist.
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Yuqi (99), with her roots from China, stands as the main dancer and face of the group, also contributing with her vocals and rap.
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Shuhua (00) brings her youthful vibes as the youngest member, along with her Taiwanese heritage, and serves as a visual and sub-vocalist.
New EP Album: “I SWAY”
Their new EP album, “I SWAY,” features four songs, with the title track being the single “Klaxon,” which has a bright tone and a catchy chorus. The music video exudes a summer vibe, from the outfits to the early 2000s concept, highlighting each member’s position and visuals.
A Twitter user mentioned how much they loved the chorus, saying, “THE CHORUS IS SO ADDICTING I LOVE IT WTFFFF.”
Diverse Tracks and Summer Vibes
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Apart from the title track, the other three releases offer something different in each track, catering to diverse listeners. “Last Forever” continues the bright summer vibe, perfect for car rides to the beach or with friends. “Bloom” further sets the mood with a warm, airy, and bright tone that captures the listener immediately with its rhythm and vocals. “Neverland” wraps up the album with a softer, more gentle vibe, perfectly concluding the feeling of a summer trip as the
the sun sets.
Not to mention (G)I-DLE’s diverse appeal, the fun concepts in the three album versions—Wind (left), Wave (middle), and Beat (right)—offer fans a visual and thematic summer experience.
Chart Success and Future Prospects
“I SWAY” continues to grow, standing at number one on the physical album charts on Hanteo Charts (July 9) for daily sales. The music video currently ranks number 16 on trending videos for YouTube in the United States (July 9). There’s no doubt the group has worked hard for this comeback and continues to strive for success.
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