So Palette is a response to her earlier song 23. 23 is a song about being an adult but not feeling like it and being confused about her identity, what she likes, etc. 23 also discusses the concept of idols being expected to grow up quickly and be adults with no childhood, but are also expected to be innocent and youthful in image and behavior. Palette responds to 23 by saying that she's 25 now and finally knows what she likes, who she is, and what she wants. She has found her interests, her style, and doesn't care what people think anymore, she's going to be her own weird self. GD's feature is cool cause the entire verse is a message to IU. He refers to her by name, "Jieun", and basically says "I've been there, I'm only a few years older and things are still changing. The 20s are weird, but you're strong and beautiful and you'll make it through these years just like I did". I love her song messages so much, they're always relatable and tell us exactly what she's going through and how she's overcoming her life struggles. These are very powerful, symbolic, and meaningful songs.
"I have a friend who has been treated as an odd person because of their eye-catching dress code, peculiar taste, variety of talents, a defense mechanism derived from shyness, and personality that has strong opinions on most things. I love my friend even more because of these characteristics, but they said that they had to live through more hatred for the same reasons. I started by writing down the words I wanted to say to my 'odd' friend, but as I wrote, I gradually realized that this was also my story. After completing the lyrics, I thought that it wasn't unnatural at all if I substituted anyone, not just me or my friend, as the main character. Everyone feels alienated at one point because they didn't meet the standards set by others. Including my friend, I want to speak to everyone who was born as strong but unique, that you are not an odd person, but that you are like a star." - IU
Palette was the most anticipated song back then, just simply because it involved 2 biggest soloist, IU & GD. GD is the leader of Bigbang, and hes the most credited idols.
IU has a really interesting career. Unarguably the most successful pop singer in Korea of the 2010's regardless of gender. Her breakthrough single was Good Day (2010) although she started her career at the age of 15. She comes from a poor background and was rejected by the major agencies (JYP hilariously said he would fire the person who rejected IU during her JYP auditions). Initially she was typecasted into the cutesy k-pop mold (listen to Boo and Marshmello) but she "found her voice" in the early 2010's with Chatshire - staying firmly in pop but edging towards indie-pop. Unusual among artists (esp female artistes regretfully) she appears to have taken firm control over her musical direction and writes many of her own lyrics. You hit it on the head when you mention her "introspectiveness" ("23" about how she lacks identity at that age) - she puts issues that affect her into her song while addressing some wider issues. (Her song BBIBBI disses "stalker fans"). She had some controversy when it was rumored she was in a relationship with a much older singer. In her early trainee years - people called her "fat", if you can believe it. "Palette" is very much her "I am comfortable being me" song. She is very well known for her immense work discipline and philanthropy and is today, one of the most beloved celebrities in Korea (She is called the "nation's little sister") On top of all that at the ripe old age of 27 (ha ha!) she is also a respected drama actress. Her releases are pretty much guaranteed #1 hits. She isn't afraid of showing her slightly dorky side in her live streams. Her song "Eight" is rumored to be about Jonghyun and Sulli (IU and Sulli were reportedly very close friends)
She's really the best soloist. She created her own music and trying to discover other genres of music that makes her so unique to other soloist. There's always something behind her lyrics and put so much metaphors in it. You just really can't spell GENIUS without IU 👑✨💜
She is telling her fans in the song celebrity that they are celebrities on their own and that why can't they see how beautiful and unique they are . She is telling that like how her fans consider her a celebrity , she considers her fans as her celebrity .
I saw on one of the other reaction something that stuck with me. when she said “you are a star written with a left hand”, it means you are a star even if you are not perfect. just like when you draw a star with left hand, it can be lopsided but it’s still a star and unique. IU is such a poet
You'll be blown away by her debut song. She was only 16 I think? Maybe younger. But the song that really propelled her was Good Day and for that you should watch her live performance. That one came out the same time I became a Kpop fan and I was shook. She's so talented
I dont know why but whenever I listen to IU's Pallete especially G-dragon's rap part, I always cry. The part where he rap "Above 20, under 30 , In between, right there. Youre not a child, nor a child, You're just you. Thats when you shine the most, even when darkness falls around you, dont be scared. You’re so beautiful that your flower will bloom You’re always loved, you" and then Jieun finished it with "I got this, I'm truly Fine, i think i know who I am a little". This is our young adult song where we still finding who we want to go, to be, or just who we really are. When the dark days come, especially when i dont know anymore myself, i just listen to this and it reminded me to be okay and just continue. IU's songs always hit our hearts and be reminded to love ourselves.
If you want some of her older iconic songs, then I suggest “Good Day” and “You & I”. But if you want the upbeat catchy IU songs then I suggest “Bbibbi” and “23”. I also suggest her “Above the Time” its kind of connected to “You & I”.
If you liked Palette, I suggest the following ""slowler"" songs: Friday (acoustic type), Through The Night (ballad), My Old Story (which is a rearranged cover of a 1984 song) ♡
The song is a love song to her fans, telling us that we are special in her eyes, and that WE are her celebrity. It asks us to know that we are loved. It’s a request to love ourselves. The MV, however, is the illustration of her journey of how she herself came to love herself. In the beginning she looks uncomfortable in the spotlight and she’s shown to be lonely in a crowd that’s faceless and anonymous. It’s constantly shown how she sees another version of herself, who is a stranger to herself. In the end, she follows this stranger/IU, only to find a mirror. It’s symbolic that this person she has been chasing all along was inside her all along. It’s a journey we’ve had a peek through her songs like 23 and Palette. Once she realized this, she’s able to smile in the spotlight, rather than feeling like she needs to hide from the press she was hiding from earlier. The message is poignant, in the wake of losing so many of her friend. She’s imploring her fans to love and cherish themselves as she’s learned to do herself.
IU's "Palette" album in 2017 has probably the best collection of ballad songs I can think of, and I absolutely recommend listening to the entire album even though not all have MVs. dlwlrma and Jam Jam are fun masterpieces, while Can't Love You Any More is another impactful collaboration; Dear Name, Through The Night, Ending Scene, and Full Stop all make you bawl.
The message behind Celebrity is so beautiful. She's such a humble and genuine person who truly cares for her fans, I'm glad you decided to stan because her music will not disappoint! I hope you react to her more :)
I'm so happy you're loving IU. She's been my favorite female soloist for as long as I can remember. Good Day / One Fine Day was the song that really rocketed her to the forefront and she's stayed there ever since. You & I, Red Shoes, Twenty Three, Love Poem, there are so many amazing songs/lives/MV's. Can't wait for you to dive in! Thank you as always!
You should react to twenty three. She didnt know who she was back then and I find her lyrics very relatable at the same age. Every song of hers will do Tho.
G Dragon and bigbang are literally one of the main reason we have kpop. Everything such as styles, concepets, amazing stage performances, the music and many more, He's the reason those are so developed now. A really creative artist.
She actually started to write “celebrity” by remembering one of her friends who felt pressured by being famous. I really think it was for Sulli (late fx member) and it made the song even better for me
IU's "Knees, Unlucky, Love Poem, Lullaby, Dear Name and Through The Night" lyrics are really comforting too. She has many songs. I've been a fan since watching her drama Moon Lovers. Amazing Singer-Songwriter, Producer and Actress.
IU idol of idols 🥰 Very chill artist but tries diff. genre everytime. So many songs to choose from.. Love poem, red queen, can't love you anymore, between the lips, friday, blackout, jamjam, through the night, dear name, every end of the day, knees, red shoes, and soooo much more 🥰 hope you enjoy your journey with her
iu is so versatile, her discography go to pop, ballads, upbeat and even jazz and soul, she's very artistic and every song and era has a meaning about herself, but celebrity is about a friend of her!! she has a beautiful story of life and she's so so talented in music and acting, that's why she's my favorite solo artist! hope you to react to more iu songs 💖
IU, AILEE and HYORIN are the SOLOIST QUEENS DURING THAT TIME. HYORIN (sistars main vocal) is known as the beyonce of korea, ailee is the Diva and IU is the nations sister, they all have unique voices and they all part of Kdrama called “Dream High” where most of 2nd gen Kpop fans started stanning. The show got so famous all over asia and marked as ONE of the beginning of hallyu wave overseas. Its a highly recommended drama. The drama is star studded by famous idols from that time and still one of the greatest kdramas out there. PS: IU is in “dream high” while hyorin and ailee is from “dream high 2” and I saw you’ve reacted to T-ara recently, and they are in both dream high and dream high 2
Palette was the song that got me into her. That whole album, really. If you remember Gahyeon covering dlwlrma, that’s where it’s from. Palette came into my life at a time when I really needed to hear it’s message. IU has a wisdom beyond her years that I look up to
IU and Baekhyun are friend, they were acting together in one drama called Moon Lovers Scarlet Heart Ryeo. And they are followed each others on Instagram (which is rare for Kpop Idol to follow someone on Instagram with the opposite gender)
IU tend to write songs about herself, people around her, her experiences. And many of the songs can be relatable. Which makes them all the more beautiful
Omg!! My best girl💚 I'm about to sleep but yeah it's sir Austin and IU 💚 Can't wait when you react in IU's Live. G-Dragon is From Bigbang sir Austin ☺️ Thank you sir! 🤗🤗
Ahhh!! I haven't started your video but got excited 'cause I know you will fall in love with IU. I love her!! She's my top tier soloist! ❤️ I started to kpop just last year but I've known IU since 2016 (Scarlet Heart) & i've been in love with her since then specially her music. ❤️❤️❤️
I think IU's songs that are most "Palette" style are 23 and Bbi Bbi, and all three take a jab at the music industry and how the public treats her (these are also my favorites from her) . She always had her own path that wasn't very idol like and she was criticised a lot for even the smallest things. I have mad respect for her, her music and how she handles all the limelight pressure.
I think you're spot on about the self-love message of Celebrity! IU has actually been talking about self-love a lot in interviews this last year. She said she's learned the difference between ego/self-centered mindsets and self-love mindsets and is working personally on loving herself more. I love how transparent she is with these things, even people who don't know anything about her can figure it out from her music, which I think makes her so authentic and inspiring. Her story has been one massive rags-to-riches tale, but she still reminds us that she's human and goes through the same struggles that any person would, especially when their life is under scrutiny.
I'm also fan of IU, btw now that you've been reacting to soloist I really want to recommend you a very underrated soloist: BIBI (비비), you should start with her covers on 'The Fan', she has truly a unique voice and aura, her most recent song is a collab with members from Knowing bros it's called 'hanryang'
She mentioned in her interview with her brother that this new album will be themed around her 20’s -this song hinted at her awkward start, walking a different path from the Kpop normalcies. And she found herself and became truly comfortable with who she is and what she’s become while still being herself. I find it encouraging, almost empowering. It’s okay to be ourselves, and we’ll always be “celebrities” in her eyes.
ugh, iu is THE best! my sister likes to say that she has an incredible ability to release the music you didn’t know you needed. good day would be an awesome next step, and i would also HIGHLY recommend the video of her singing Peach - a love song of her’s - in venice. she’s absolutely lovely and you’re gonna have an incredible time discovering more of her music! welcome to the club dude!
This reaction video made me sooo happy! I was waiting for you to eventually fall into her rabbit hole lol. Thank you for appreciating specially IU's songwriting
I love IU so flipping much. She's an incredible vocalist Palette is my favorite song ever cuz i feel like everyone who is 24+ can remember how weird it was to be 25.... still considered a grownup but not really??? Being a young adult is hard. I love that you can relate to her on a personal level too. I love it. ♡ Celebrity might be my favorite song of 2021 so far. I like how you interpreted that way. Honestly I interpreted it as a "dont be scared things might be hard now but they will get better" but I can totally see how it could be a "you go girl" song cuz she really might be talking about how she's proud of her younger self. Thank you for the reaction!
IU is a queen. I was waiting for u to react to more of her songs. My favourite IU songs are Love poem, through the night and above the time. Hope to get to see ur reaction to them too someday. Thanks for the reaction ❤️
IU is a tiny little powerhouse. Looking forward to you exploring more of her work. I have my biases for SNSD but as far as kpop idols who debuted solo outside of a group, IU is by far my favourite.
Celebrity is a song for everybody who is insecure for themselves and you should love your imperfections. IU is the greatest artist because she writes a song to her fans and she is a really genius. Please react more IU's songs. We are her celebrity and we are celebrity! ❤️
What a great singer, lyricist n storyteller she is💜Palette def masterpiece, still remember tht i cried when i 1st listened to it.."im truly fine" really hit home for me, while celebrity, i still can't get over this "don’t forget among the cloudy dark, you’re a star painted with a left hand” what a powerful message tht is, she literally telling us we r unique in our own way n we r all Celebrity in our lives drama💜btw i love ur reaction tho Btw jamjam, friday, above the time r so well written n masterpiece tho, damn there's so many of her song tht r really good, anyway enjoy😊
IU is an idol who I still can't believe is real. from being exceptionally talented in singing, song-writing, acting etc. to being incredibly hilarious and relatable, it's hard to find someone like her in the industry, not only is she the South Korea's little sister, she's such a humble and down to earth person who became a star organically through hard work, patience and trusting herself and her team, did I mention she has the cutest relationship with each an every one of her staff members? IU TEAM is just as amazing as she is. some facts to start u off with her: Lee Jieun is her real name, she was born in 1993 and debuted in 2008 at 15 years old as a soloist, her most famous song or song that got her popular is Good Day, she's an actress(hotel del Luna, scarlet heart ryeo, my Mister etc.), she's also an OST queen, fandom is called UAENA (yoo- en -ah) welcome to the fandom Austin hope u have fun getting to know this amazing artist
*GDragon* is a 2nd gen king ,leader of Bigbang(which also includes *TAEYANG* the super handsome tan guy that suddenly caught your attention in the SNSD guide)
thank you for your reaction ;) Yes, you are great at grasp the meaning of the songs. Celebrity was that type of encouraging song, but IMO more like song for everyone, like "pls know that you're wonderful" reminder ... Palette otherwise, was very rich on hidden message and context, both on lyrics and MV, related to her life and her past songs. It almost like mini autobiography...
oh, and abt IU's genre, you will be surprised on how diverse she can be XD I mean she has like 1 full album on jazz/swing and 2 remake mini album on folks genre. Her 2 most influential songs are different too... Good Day basically is a pop orchestral song, but Through The Night is a personal-sincere love slow ballads ;p
G Dragon is my ultimate kpop bias. (Xiumin is a very close second) He is the leader of Big Bang and an amazing idol. He writes and produces his own music. He has his own brand (peaceminusone). If you react to Big Bang, please do Haru Haru, Lies, Fantastic Baby and Bang Bang Bang. G Dragon as a solo, Untitled 2014, Crooked, and Crayon.
You're right that the viewer/listener can interpret things how they want. That's one of the great things about art. When you watch Through The Night I'll be interested to hear your take. Personally I get a Lake House time travelling message vibe from it. Sending a message to her younger self. I also highly recommend watching Ending Scene and would love to hear what you think happens at the end...
She's an angel and a hard working woman! 👌🏻✨ I recommend her song "You & I" and the continuation "Above the time". It took many years to know more about the story that unfolds in those MVs. 😭 Also, the actor is a close friend of IU and also a member of 2PM, he went to his military service and when it was over, he returned for IU's MV Above the time. 🥺👌🏻✨
IU is a legend in Korea.. she's Korea's chart monster no one can surpass her.. she's also incredibly good singer.. u need to react to her song "good day" it was her breakthrough song.. it has some crazy high notes you'll love her vocals
Love IU, some personal faves of hers are Bibi and Love Poem. Another solo artist I think you'll love is Lee Hi. Lee Hi has an AMAZING voice and her songs hug your heart. I think you'll like her songs HOLO, Breath (with lyrics is a must) and Rose ( live from begin again) :)
Hello, I'm really enjoying your EXO videos. FT Island is an actual k-pop BAND where the members play instruments while performing. The group debuted awhile ago when they were really young so are still young. They've always been called an idol group because of their visuals and charm despite not being able/willing to dance. The lead singer, Hongki, is known for his powerful and emotional voice. Lee Hongki has one of most distinct voices in k-pop. The minute he opens his mouth, everyone knows it's him. He was on Korea's Masked Singer show and both times he was recognized instantly. LOL Hongki is a fashion trendsetter and he even wrote a book about nail art way before it was popular. He's also a great actor and started out as a child actor. FT Island has a more rock sound and their power ballads are intense so they're really popular in Japan. Would you mind taking a look at their most recent MV? Hongki recently served in the military with EXO's D.O. and Xiumin. I honestly have yet to see anyone not be impressed with his voice during a first listen. FNC Entertainment became one of the top 5 agencies due to FT Island. There wouldn't be a FNC Entertainment without FT Island; no AOA, No SF9, no CN Blue, no N. Flying, etc. FNC is also the agency for Yoo Jae-Suk (Korea's most famous/popular MC), Jeong Hyeong-don(former Weekly Idol MC ) and a number of famous actors. I'd say this fact alone earns FT Island a look, no??😉 Hongki is blunt, honest and even a brat/trouble maker at times and he doesn't hold back even from the CEO of the agency. ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-QhPOwcvhGSA.html ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-CG1cJL8zonU.html -- One of my favs and so hard to sing that nobody has tried to cover it. ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-Jl4R4In8pxA.html -- FT Island on "Immortal Songs" and their version of this old classic was so popular they had to release it Thanks and stay safe!
G-Dragon is the leader of Bigbang and my ultimate bias. :D IU is one of my favorite solo artists. "Good Day" is a good song of hers. And "BbiBbi" is a song about her haters and critics. "You and I" is a good song. "Through the Night" and "Dear Name" is are some of my favorite ballads from her.
I think that Celebrity is a song "from everyone to themselves". IU's lyrics are always a masterpiece! Personally I prefere songs like Palette, too... But when I listened to this song for the first time, at the end I found myself unexpectedly emotional... 😍 I hope you will react to more IU songs, becouse she touches so many musical genres 🤩🤩🤩
OMG do consider stanning her she's amazing in singing and acting I'm happy to see you reacting to her as an exol and uaena💕 btw listen to good day it's her most famous song😊
I am soo happy you reacted to palette and got to dip into the legendary g dragon. The 2nd generation king along with his group Big Bang. I really really hope you react to Big Bang some day!!
IU is very much loved by the Korean General Public that's why her songs always ALWAYS tops Melon. Her songs wins at music shows even without attending. She's like the "Taylor Swift" of Korea. The public recognizes her as a top tier artist, not just an idol (cos in Korea being an idol is different from being an artist, idl they have different perspective to idols and artists. 🥲)
G-Dragon is one of the first idol to go against the previous trend and started a new trend, "self-producing idols". You should check out "Haru Haru" & "Lies" from Bigbang, you will like it!
I love her so much ♥️ And I'm still not over Hotel Del Luna, ugh 😭😭😭 She is such a great actress too! If you feel like another soloist queen, check out Chung Ha! She's so charismatic and has an amazing voice and is an incredible dancer! ♥️
Hi Austin🤩 I really hope you will read this comment 😭 I have been following and watching all your videos for quite a while now and therefore I am SO happy you have reacted to IU once again. She’s seriously my favorite korean artist and I would really love if you checked more of her music. I am much bigger fan of her ballad side, and her lyrics are always so beautiful you can never go wrong. I seriously love all of her albums so its hard to recommend a few songs but here are some I love in terms of vocals and lyrics: Bad day What I’m doing slowly Autumn morning Through the night And im just gonna stop myself right here because I could seriously just list all of her songs 🤦🏽♀️ You don’t need to make a video but if you check them out on your own I hope you’ll tell me if you enjoyed them!! Big greetings from Denmark ❤️
Heyy , i always enjoyed your reaction ❤️, I would like to recommend you listening to Hoppipolla song, they're a Korean band , consist of 2 vocalist (they can play guitar and keyboard) , guitarist, and cellist. They just realease a new album with title track " Your Ocean ". Most of their songs are self made and composed, they have their own color, and it's really amazing. I recommend you to listen to this hoppipolla songs : - About Time - Let's - Enough - Your Ocean Thank you ❤️❤️❤️
Duh its sooo hard to pick of all her unique/amazing albums but I really really want to recommend her Last Fantasy album! its quite an old one but lots of good song (more focus on her vocal skill) esp Last Fantasy, Secret. And Rain Drop too 💛💛 please please i hope you'd check it out one day, the live version is even better
BBIBBI and Through The Night are my favorites, both really have a different vibes especially BBIBBI's lyrics are straight up for IU's haters, you should definitely check that out Sir! I love Good Day too it is known to be the song that made her gained more recognition in her early days especially because of her high notes.
