The Red Summer cover

The Red Summer

Red Velvet · 2017

17 min · 5 tracks · K-pop

A vibrant burst of youthful energy, blending catchy pop hooks with tropical summer vibes.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • short bursts of summer joy
  • for sunny day vibes
  • quick pick-me-ups with energy
  • sing-along anthems with friends

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer lengthy introspective albums
  • dislike upbeat and playful sounds

Where this album fits

Career context
Upon the release of 'The Red Summer,' Red Velvet was solidifying their status in the K-pop scene, following their breakthrough EP 'Rookie' earlier in 2017. This marked a pivotal moment in their career, showcasing their versatility and solidifying their appeal with a more upbeat, summery sound.
Stylistic neighbors
Twice· Itzy· GFriend

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 빨간 맛 (Red Flavor) 3:11
  • 2 You Better Know 4:10
  • 3 Zoo 3:25
  • 4 여름빛 (Mojito) 3:05
  • 5 바다가 들려 (Hear the Sea) 3:22

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata