[NEWS] 130318 Newsen Interview with Girl’s Day
[Newsen journalist – Hwang Haejin]
Girl’s Day, “Extreme sexy makeover, we were worried of being ignored.”
Girl’s Day has come back with a sexy appearance.
Since their debut in 2010 with ‘Girl’s Day Party #1’, on March 14th they held their comeback since 2 years and 8 months with their first full-length album ‘Expectation’. They are planning to promote for around 6 weeks.
Inside their new album they have 6 new songs including their 6 title tracks, in total 14 tracks. Specially one of the included songs ‘Girl’s Day World’ and ‘I Don’t Mind’ the members participated in the producing of the writing/composing.
“I’m so happy we’re releasing our first full album. For the fans who waited this long, we did our best preparing. I thought I wouldn’t feel the difference from a mini-album and a full album, but after starting our promotions it definitely feels different.” – (Sojin)
Girl’s Day are in their 4th year as artists.
“We feel like we have some leeway now compared to our debut. When we debuted I just had willpower to do my best without any regrets, but now I know what to prioritize showing. Compared to the past I think I found out how to express myself on stage and enjoy it more.” – (Minah)
Their title song combines analog and electronic sounds to create a hybrid song in ‘Expectation’. The song portrays the guy as a player and it shows a sensitive girl trying to win over the guy, it is receiving good reactions from female fans.
With their MV release they attracted a lot of attention. With black see through clothing and suspender fashion outfits and taking the performance up a few notches, some reactions mention that it is too sexual.
“I didn’t know they would be so interested after the MV release. I believed as well the MV could stir up some arguments. Different from the MV, on the stage we changed a portion of our choreography and our outfits as well. With the song, dance, and expression etc. if we show it now I know the arguments will disappear and positive reactions will follow.” – (Hyeri)
“While we did cute refreshing concepts, attempting a sexy concept made me worry a bit. I felt pressure we won’t be able to break out of our existing image but thinking about it now it was a needless worry. I hoped fans wouldn’t feel repulsed suddenly changing from cute into sexy.” – (Minah)
(Minah) continues, “My biggest worry was being dismissed by the public, but I think with our diverse approach they will receive us well. I’m thankful to fans that support Girl’s Day and not just our cute image.”
With their drastic transformation, the reactions from people around them are hot.
“After our comeback stage I got so many messages. I received so many Kakaotalk [Korean Mobile Messenger App] messages from my acquaintances, they were overwhelming. It feels like the reactions were better than other albums. I was surprised at first but then I liked hearing that our song was nice to listen to. *laugh*” – (Hyeri)
“Our seniors and fellow singers with their actions over words, they gave us a thumbs up.” – (Minah)
With this full album, they showed their desire to acquire fans of both genders and in different age groups.
“This is the beginning. Attempting a new concept and genre, I am excited to show our diverse charms to the public.” – (Sojin)
Source: newsen
Translated By: Kimoleon