LE SSERAFIM members (from left) Eunchae, Chaewon, Kazuha, Sakura, and Yunjin in an idea picture for “Sizzling.” Picture: Courtesy of Supply Music
For LE SSERAFIM, being fearless has all the time been on the core of their music. The Okay-pop woman group—consisting of Chaewon, Sakura, Yunjin, Kazuha, and Eunchae—thrives of their robust sense of self which is attributed to their “burning ardour” for love, as portrayed of their fifth mini-album “Sizzling.”
The fifth mini-album is the ultimate installment of LE SSERAFIM’s “Straightforward,” “Loopy,” and “Sizzling” trilogy. The three-part mission started with “Straightforward” in February 2024 which talks about braving anxiousness and troublesome moments whereas making it appear easy. It was then adopted by “Loopy” six months later, revolving across the willingness to go uncontrolled to achieve a desired aim.
Launched on Friday, March 14, “Sizzling” is the ultimate chapter of the three-part collection which facilities on the “burning ardour” to go all out for love. It consists of the next tracks: “Born Hearth,” “Sizzling,” “Come Over,” “Ash,” and “So Cynical (Badum),” with Yunjin, Chaewon, and Eunchae contributing to the lyrics.
“We all the time informed individuals to be fearless and go on no matter they imagine in. This time, we realized loads of issues whereas doing ‘Straightforward’ and ‘Loopy,’” Eunchae mentioned in the course of the quintet’s media showcase in Seoul. “‘Sizzling’ is the epitome and fruits of the experiences we had up to now. On this album, we need to present that [there’s nothing wrong with] going all in along with your love regardless of not figuring out what the result will transform.”
LE SSERAFIM whereas performing “Sizzling” throughout their media showcase. Picture: Courtesy of Supply Music
The members, who donned flowy ensembles in white and cream within the showcase, mirrored their ethereal personas within the title monitor’s music video. It’s a stark distinction to their smooth and polished idea of their debut. However it’s an intentional transfer to indicate how there’s nothing fallacious with having boundless ardour to forge forward regardless of uncertainty.
“It tells the story of ourselves. It’s based mostly on our learnings, experiences, and concepts. Whereas engaged on the trilogy, I knew the output is out of our fingers. We don’t know what the results can be and but, we’ll go all in,” mentioned Yunjin. “If in case you have individuals who actually love you, loving your self and going all in [can still happen]. That is what I realized whereas engaged on the trilogy.”
Burning ardour
Diving headfirst into the album is what LE SSERAFIM had in thoughts whereas engaged on “Sizzling.” Based on the group’s chief Chaewon, the members have been the epitome of “burning fireplace” all through the artistic course of, a trait they all the time had inside themselves since their debut.
Chaewon throughout LE SSERAFIM’s media showcase for “Sizzling.” Picture: Courtesy of Supply Music
“We’re actually like a burning fireplace as a result of it’s a possibility for us to showcase a particular form of efficiency or stage. [For instance], even when there’s a time constraint, I keep in mind us placing in all-nighters to arrange for these year-end awards ceremonies,” Chaewon mentioned.
“We’ve got loads of private tales infused into ‘Sizzling,’” she continued. “This album matches the picture of our group as a result of whatever the penalties, I might go all the best way for no matter I like. I feel it’s spot-on in that sense.”
Bearing on the theme of affection in “Sizzling,” Yunjin—who was one of many songwriters within the title monitor—mentioned its lyrics transcend romantic love. “I feel love is available in totally different types. It might be love in your interest, work, or your self who is just not excellent,” she defined whereas reiterating the definition of affection is determined by the individual’s mind-set.
Sakura throughout LE SSERAFIM’s media showcase for “Sizzling.” Picture: Courtesy of Supply Music
“You possibly can love your self even in case you’re imperfect. Or to have somebody who loves you even when they’re not excellent. Love could be very basic relying on the way you’ll take it. There are totally different solutions to the kind of love we’re speaking about on this album,” she added.
For LE SSERAFIM, love is outlined by their robust bond. “On the prime of my thoughts is our group,” Kazuha mentioned, sharing that “Sizzling’s” theme is what touched her coronary heart probably the most out of the trilogy.
“It’s one thing I might like to burn and pour all of my ardour into. It’s because of all of our followers that we will convey music to the world and going into it, I used to be fascinated about my ardour and love for the group in addition to my fantastic followers,” the previous ballerina additional defined.
Yunjin throughout LE SSERAFIM’s media showcase for “Sizzling.” Picture: Courtesy of Supply Music
Eunchae echoed the previous ballerina’s ideas, saying, “Each single second I share with LE SSERAFIM [is love for me]. The 5 of us coming collectively as one and creating music that we love, I feel that in itself is the message that we need to convey.”
Yunjin, who has the behavior of claiming “I like you” to her bandmates of their group chat, mentioned the album portrays the fantastic thing about how LE SSERAFIM “likes to reside” not solely inside themselves but additionally the individuals round them.
“I feel it’s not a lot about we reside to like however we like to reside. I like our group and everybody who provides us a lot help. I like what I do and that makes me reside on. It provides me the energy to reside,” the “jellyfish” singer defined. “That’s the place my headspace was. We talked quite a bit about this inside our group and we expressed loads of our love. In our group chat, we inform one another that we love one another on a regular basis.
Third 12 months
“Sizzling” comes two months earlier than the group’s third anniversary. Reflecting on their journey, Sakura mentioned being a part of LE SSERAFIM performed an enormous half in her progress as an individual and an artist. The quintet marks her third debut after the J-pop group HKT48 and South Korean-Japanese mission group IZ*ONE.
Kazuha throughout LE SSERAFIM’s media showcase for “Sizzling.” Picture: Courtesy of Supply Music
“I can’t imagine that it’s going to be our third anniversary very quickly. Each time we have now a brand new launch, I’m so joyful that we get to speak about what we have now in our hearts and take a look at new genres. I’m so joyful that I’m rising as an individual and as an artist,” she mentioned.
In some unspecified time in the future in her profession, Sakura initially believed that outcomes have been “actually necessary.” She ultimately realized that having fun with the method with out anticipating something in return is as equally necessary.
“I believed that outcomes have been actually necessary however as I loved myself as LE SSERAFIM, I noticed that it isn’t the end result that issues however the course of. You do your finest and work arduous, after which the outcomes aren’t so that you can resolve. The method is so that you can resolve. If you happen to work arduous, you’ll be able to change the method. Whereas I used to be engaged on this album, it actually hit house for me. Whatever the output, the method is essential,” she mentioned.
Eunchae throughout LE SSERAFIM’s media showcase for “Sizzling.” Picture: Courtesy of Supply Music
One of many focal factors of the quintet’s music is their performances. This can be proven of their phases on music exhibits and different associated ceremonies with the members showcasing their sharp choreography and commanding stage presence. Kazuha additionally hoped that it might lengthen to their upcoming world tour.
“I wanna hear that LE SSERAFIM’s efficiency is important to their music. We’re able to showcase our sizzling phases and we’re additionally going to be on our world tour very quickly. Now we have now extra possibilities to satisfy our followers throughout the globe, we’re actually going to nail each single efficiency,” she mentioned.
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The quintet will kick off their “Straightforward Loopy Sizzling” tour in April, with legs in South Korea, Japan, Taiwan, Hong Kong, the Philippines, Thailand, Singapore, and North America.
