Chill Kill is the third full-length album by Red Velvet. It was released on November 13, 2023 with "Chill Kill" serving as the album's title track.
The physical album comes in 24 versions: 2 Bag versions, 2 Photobook versions, 5 Packages versions, 5 Poster versions, 5 SMini versions, and 5 EZL versions.
Background[]
On August 1, 2023, it was announced during their ninth anniversary live stream that Red Velvet will be releasing their third full-length album during the second half of 2023.[1]
On September 18, it was reported that Red Velvet will be having a comeback with their third full-length album in November. Later in the day, SM confirmed the reports.[2] On October 18, it was announced that they will be releasing their third full-length album, What A Chill Kill, on November 13.[3] On October 23, they changed the title of the album to Chill Kill.[4]
Composition[]
"Knock Knock (Who’s There?)" is described as a dance song, combination of strings, bells and bass "like clockwork", starts with a knocking sound, shows essence of "velvet music".[5]
"Underwater" is described as a slow-tempo R&B genre song. It features a heavy, groovy, and a dreamy synth sound. The vocal harmony of Red Velvet complete the fantastic atmosphere of the track. The lyrics compare the infinite love to distant and deep water. [6]
"Will I Ever See You Again?" is described as a overwhelming synth drop with moderated vocals, energetic beats, and lyrics that show a calm and positive attitude to move forward under any circumstances.[7]
"Nightmare" is described as a medium tempo R&B with heavy string orchestration, retro swing rythm, lyrics express how even if the long night comes, if we remember the shining moments when we were together, the nightmare will disappear and the bright morning will come again.[7]
"Iced Coffee" is described as a R&B ballad song, emotional strings and guitar, transparent EP sound, expresses how one falls in love endlessly with the other person just like seeking iced coffee in the cold winter.[5]
"One Kiss" is described as an provocative dance song, combines bass and synth sounds, addictive hook, fast paced groove, explosive singing, bold lyrics of stealing the hearts of strangers with a single kiss and making it our perfect secret.[5]
"Bulldozer" is described as a dance song, heavy and intense bass, addictive hooks. Red Velvet's low vocals, coolly expresses the attitude of breaking down without stopping the limits or blocks placed by another person.[7]
"Wings" is described as an up-tempo R&B genre song. The track has jazz elements alongside a warm and refreshing piano, bells, and synth sounds. The lyrics talk about comparing their attitude towards life to the birth and flight of butterflies. Simply, a message about hope and support.[6]
"Scenery" is described as an acoustic ballad genre song. Guitar melodies and soft vocals that give the listeners a cozy feeling. The lyrics talk about taking out and drawing our precious memories.[6]
Reception[]
Critical reception[]
Chill Kill was ranked #22 on Billboard's top 25 K-pop album of 2023.[8]
Commercial performance[]
As of November 14, Chill Kill reached #1 in 35 different regions on the iTunes Top Albums chart. It also topped the Chinese QQ Music's and KuGou Music's digital album sales chart and the Japanese AWA's realtime chart.[9]
Track list[]
- "Chill Kill" - 3:34
- "Knock Knock (Who's There?)" - 3:21
- "Underwater" - 3:25
- "Will I Ever See You Again?" - 3:11
- "Nightmare" - 3:25
- "Iced Coffee" - 3:18
- "One Kiss" - 3:19
- "Bulldozer" - 2:40
- "Wings" - 3:43
- "Scenery (품경화)" - 3:29
Merchandise[]
On December 29, 2023, official merchandise was made available online through the SMTOWN &STORE.[10] Additional items were added on January 12, 2024.[11]
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Two other limited lines of items were released in February:
- Black ver.
- White ver.
Awards[]
Music show wins[]
| Song | Music show | Date |
|---|---|---|
| "Chill Kill" | Show! Music Core (MBC) | November 25, 2023[14] |
Gallery[]
(original)
(revised)
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(Bag ver.)
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(Package ver.)
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(Photobook ver.)
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(Poster ver.)
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(SMini ver.)
References[]
- ↑ Koreaboo: Red Velvet’s 3rd Full Album Is Finally Underway — Members Tease With Comeback News
- ↑ Soompi: Red Velvet To Make Fall Comeback
- ↑ Soompi: Red Velvet Announces Comeback Date With 1st Teaser For “What A Chill Kill”
- ↑ @RVsmtown on Twitter (October 23, 2023)
- ↑ 5.0 5.1 5.2 (KR) Naver: '13일 컴백' 레드벨벳이 들려줄 치명적인 사랑 이야기
- ↑ 6.0 6.1 6.2 (KR) Naver: 레드벨벳, 13일 정규 3집 ‘Chill Kill’ 컴백…환상적 보컬 조합
- ↑ 7.0 7.1 7.2 (KR) Naver: 레드벨벳, 정규 3집 '칠 킬'에 담은 다채로운 메시지→컴백 라이브 진행
- ↑ Billboard: The 25 Best K-Pop Albums of 2023
- ↑ Soompi: Red Velvet Tops iTunes Charts All Over The World With “Chill Kill”
- ↑ @KWANGYAOFFICIAL on Twitter (December 29, 2023)
- ↑ @KWANGYAOFFICIAL on Twitter (January 12, 2024)
- ↑ @KWANGYAOFFICIAL on Twitter (February 1, 2024)
- ↑ @KWANGYAOFFICIAL on Twitter (February 2, 2024)
- ↑ Soompi: Watch: Red Velvet Takes 1st Win For “Chill Kill” On “Music Core”; Performances By THE BOYZ, Dreamcatcher, VIXX, And More
Video links[]
- "Chill Kill" music video
- "Chill Kill" recording
- Hint fiction soundtrack
- Mood sampler: Seulgi / Irene / Joy / Yeri / Wendy
- Trailer
- Jacket shooting
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