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Growl is still legend 👑 now days still people are cover this song , btw the mv is one take , they did many live stage. The song was performed during the closing ceremony for the 2018 Winter Olympics in Pyeongchang, along with their 2017 song "Power
Well, YES this is a ONE TAKE music video that's why... lol and you see (5:05) KAI drop the hat but he picked it up like its nothing, like it's part of the dance lol and if im not mistaken the director says that it LOOKS NATURAL and its NOT A MISTAKE when Kai did it and looks like it's part of the choreo that's why they keep it and become EXOs one take mv. This is ONE OF EXOs MEGA HIT SONG in South Korea and it's also the start of their popularity in East and South East Asia. And Koreans have this saying that IF YOU DON'T KNOW EXO YOU'RE SPY cuz EVERYONE knows GROWL even elders since elders liked more trot and ballad songs and singers. It's also THE START OF 3RD GENERATION OF KPOP and KOREANS also called it their SECOND NATIONAL ANTHEM since it's SUPER POPULAR 'till now like teenagers now (koreans) still listening to it when this song released nearly 10 years ago, well, because GROWL and EXO is ICONIC and will be forever and be part of KPOP HISTORY.
I love this song so much DO is my bias where as Kai is my wrecker. The beat of this song is just so catchy as its the same with all EXO songs also I love the school uniform look aswell
Yay, you finally came back to my boys (Exo-L). Thank you. Please please try listening to some of their solos. Especially, listen to Baekhyuns song BAMBI (MV) and or Kai's song 'Peaches'. Also as a group if you haven't listen to 'KoKoBop'. The live of this is amazing.
Hi! EXO's Growl is an exciting sounding song w/ layered, fantastic vocals & the chorus is very catchy. All 12 members were still in the MV. And, yes, it was a one-take MV. This is one situation that the saying "less is more" proved to be true. Choreography was visually impressive. This was initially released in 2 versions - Korean & Mandarin. This was EXO's lead single of their first studio album (XOXO). It was strong yet an unusual concept. You can check the beauty & the beast live version of Growl & Wolf at Mnet 2013. You may also want to check when EXO did MAMA live under "pouring rain" at SMTown 2014. Thanks for loving EXO, I love them too so much. Looking forward to more of your EXO reaction. Have a very happy New Year!
This was definitely a one take. Pretty impressive. There are many live performances of Growl, but favorite is their concert Elyxion in Seoul. They did a slight remix of the song and it is a MUST. Their concerts are amazing. You have to check out their Live Performances. You will not be disappointed!!!!
As you discovered, the performance version of EXO's "Growl" is a one take video, which means that it was shot all in one take without any cuts or edits. However, although it is a one take video, this does not mean they used the very first take, it just means that every time anyone made a mistake they had to start all over again from the very beginning. While filming the one take MV they had to dance the choreography about 7 times and this was the take the director and producer decided to use. They actually danced this choreography for the filming of this MV until they physically could not do it anymore. But not even this take was technically "perfect." If you notice, Kai drops the hat in the middle of the dance in the Korean version and he smoothly bends down and picks it up. (The stealing of the hat is actually part of the choreography.) He needed the hat at the end. But because it was done so effortlessly that most people don't even notice the mistake, or assume it's just part of the choreography, they decided to use this footage anyway. And if you watch the Mandarin version, if you look closely, you will see Suho steps on Sehun's foot. :D. In the beginning of the performance MV you start out by seeing 6 of the members and as the camera spins around you see the other 6 members. In the Korean version, you see the EXO-K (Korean) members featured first in the two groups. and if you watch the EXO-M (Mandarin Chinese) version, you will see the EXO-M members featured more prominently. (Anything that takes place before 2014, you will see all 12 members involved.) However, what is even more impressive about "Growl", is the fact that they filmed 4 versions of the "Growl" MV, so not only did they have to perfect the dance in the Korean performance version, but they also had to do it again in the Mandarin version and then again in both the 2nd MV versions. And it wasn't like they could use the same footage, because the Korean and Mandarin versions aren't exactly the same -- the EXO-M and EXO-K members had different parts in each of the MVs -- so that just adds another element to this. EXO actually filmed 5 different videos for the song "Growl." There is still one more video that was released as part of their "Wolf" and "Growl" promotions. There is a drama video that combines their two songs "Growl" and "Wolf" and it's like a mini K-drama that is more like a movie or TV show with a complete story and the members playing characters. Here is a link to the full "Growl" and "Wolf" drama version, ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-sFCvZUSnuus.html. Plus, there are several iconic live performances of "Growl" as well. If you notice, the camera movements are actually part of the choreography, because the camera is another character in the performance. The camera is supposed to represent the girl that they are singing to. So that is why they are looking at the camera so intensely because they are trying to get the girl's attention. They are each trying to impress her with their moves. If you look up the English translation of the lyrics for "Growl," you will see they are pretty much acting like a wolf or beast, that can no longer control themselves around the girl and they are warning her to be careful because all she does is make them want to growl and grab her and possess her, etc. "I’m warning you just in case (listen carefully) It’s dangerous now (so dangerous) Stop provoking me (there’s going to be trouble) I don’t even know myself ... My breath keeps on stopping You walk towards me You smile at me Maybe you’re attracted to me too .... A dark shadow has woken up inside of me Sparks fly in my eyes as I look at you Everyone step away from her (step away) It’s going to get fierce from now on I’m growling, growling, growling I’m growling, growling, growling I’m growling, growling, growling If you don’t back away then I don’t care if you get hurt ..." etc. Some believe that the "girl" that EXO is always singing about and you sometimes see in their MVs is a manifestation of the heart of the Tree of Life and that is why the members are always rescuing or protecting the girl, etc. And why all their songs are about being in love with a girl or being controlled by the power of the girl, such as in "Overdose" for example. Or how they talk about knowing they are bad news for the girl but they want her anyway and they can't help it, but in the end they know they might destroy her -- as they say in "Monster," etc., etc. When you think of the girl as the heart of the Tree of Life the mystery begins to unfold even more. EXO got so good at this choreography that they were able to perform the whole thing live on award shows and music programs just like they did in the MV while singing live as well. You should also check out their Beauty and Beast performance at the 2013 MAMA Awards to see how impressive they perform the full "Growl" choreography live, ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-ycql_T6Fc9c.html. "Growl" and their one take performance is what launched EXO into superstardom and it's what made them the most popular group in Korea. It's one of the reasons why the government has given EXO the title of Korea's national Idols. However, "Growl" came out in 2013 about a year after EXO debuted, and up until that point EXO weren't very well known or popular. When they first debuted, many people called them "SM's biggest mistake." Because the concept of them being aliens from Planet Exo and the fact that they were designed specifically to debut in both Korea and China and several foreign Chinese members were chosen specifically to make up their own sub-unit, etc. many people had a hard time understanding how EXO would ever be successful. The group started out being branded as SM's first failure, and they thought Lee SooMan (the founder of SM) was crazy for coming up with the group. But when the one take video for "Growl" was released, everyone began to take notice. This video was pretty groundbreaking, no group had done a one take video quite like this and it proved to the mainstream audiences that SM really did know what they were doing. Now everyone in Korea and around the world knows EXO and they have become one of the most popular groups that are one of the biggest money-makers for SM. "Growl" has become what they are most known for. EXO even performed this song, along with their song "Power," at the closing ceremonies of the Winter Olympics in 2018, and both songs were Olympic theme songs that could be heard at venues and events throughout the games that year. EXO was the only Kpop group to be asked to perform at the Olympics that year, which just goes to show you how influential and popular they have become.
Lovely reaction! 😄 If you want Growl live, there’s many different videos to choose from. My personal favorite is from the Elyxion concert tour (in Seoul). They do sets of songs, so you can find a video with concert intro + The Eve + Forever + Ko Ko Bop + Growl. Absolutely stunning. Then you have the performance they did for the Olympics in Pyongchang, with Growl + Power. Amazing (and in the freezing cold outside). Then you also have the performance they did for MAMA awards in 2013 with Growl + Wolf. Really intricate stage, where D.O. actually sprained his anckle in the opening segment but still finished the 13 minute performance without his members or audience noticing. He endured the pain, but once he got backstage he fainted and was sent to the hospital. Because of that, he missed out on the first daesang EXO got later in the evening for Album of the Year (XOXO/Growl). This really turned out to be a long comment. Sorry 😅 But enjoy your next EXO reaction! 😊
Yeah, they performed Growl (along with their song Power) in Closing Ceremony of Winter Olympiade 2018 Pyeongchang. They perform on Ice Rink in cold winter night breeze with just Gucci Suit Outfit 🤭
Yes, indeed it is one take. Because whoever made a mistake, he’s the one to buy food for all. And yes, Growl is huge. It’s basically South Korea’s national Kpop anthem. You really need to watch any EXO live stages. And oh, I wanna suggest a new group, they’re just like EXO (when they’re starting, 12members), YG’s new bg, TREASURE. Their debut song is “Boy”. Some of their title tracks are “I Love You”, “MMM”, “My Treasure”, “Jikjin”, “Hello”. They have lots of banger b-side tracks that you’ll like especially “Darari”, “U”, “Clap”, “Yamai”, “Hold It In”.
Growl is one of the most iconic songs in Kpop, it's incredibly famous. The one take and the school uniform look were also trend setters because of this. It is highly covered and copied. It has become part of South Korean culture, it is so huge, a tune instantly recognisable and sing- a-long, dance-a-long to by all generations.
You might be happy to know that Suho has been teasing an EXO comeback soon, likely once Baekhyun get discharged from the military in February. I can't wait
Thanks for reacting to them!! Glad you're reacting to kpop groups again, I love your reactions. Check out their live performance of "Mama+Monster+Wolf", I've seen many people recommend it and rightly so, it's one of their best performances. You'll not regret ❤
This was such a BANGER song… I think that EXO is my new favourite KPOP group 😄 Also, I cannot wait for your Anohana OP and ED reaction-I’m sure that a lot of people are excited for it 👍
This the first song I randomly found that was Kpop related, I believe just before Kpop blew up, and what a way to start. Such flexibility, jumping between styles seamlessly, group choreography with excellent camera work and nothing beyond this world, like you said, most of the time it's a Hollywood production value, but this is grounded!
I highly recommend the dance practice to the song The Eve since there is no official MV to it. It is my personal favorite EXO video available. Also Wolf, What is Love, Coming Over (short ver.) early EXO.
EXO is really built different, I started listening to them way back in 2016, and till now I'm on repeat mode on all of their songs. It's really a blessing to be able to work with them.
Yes...this Growl MV's just one take music video. If it comes to EXO, it will only great words for them amazing, gorgeous and incredible. Thank you for reacting to EXO, long time no see you react to my only one kpop group that I love EXO.
I've stan EXO for 9 years, and the fact that they never cease to amaze me keeps me from allowing myself to stan other boy groups, which is fine with me.
One of My ULTIMATE male groups!!!!!! SO GLAD you GOT TO IT!!! Thank you!!!!!! GROWL was the song that STARTED their meteoric rise after their great debut!
GDI I wrote a whole long comment and RU-vid ate it! Let me try again. Growl was EXO's first breakout hit, just a little over a year after their debut when there were still 12 members and some of them were still teenagers. The live performance of Growl at the 2013 MNET MAMA awards show is a very fun live stage with some cool extra choreo, though I don't think they're singing live for that one (which is a shame.) You can find it here: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-ycql_T6Fc9c.html HOWEVER, if you want to really experience what they can do live, I highly recommend starting with El Dorado performed at the Tokyo Dome. There's an excellent quality video with English captions here: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-QEo5hAQKCnw.html
Yes, I am pretty sure it was a one take MV. And the hat thing you comment on at 5:07 - yes, there was hat choreo earlier on, but that particular move that prompted you to say this was actually just the hat falling off Kai's head. His recovery was so smooth that they decided to keep that take lol. Professionalism!
I can't believed you reacted to my boys EXO 🥺🥺🥺. It have been so long since the last time I listened to them, and watch this reaction made my heart so happy. Maybe I should do an EXO Listening Moment today
EXO have so many wonderful songs and some of them are mentioned below, but some of my favorites are Lucky One, 24/7 and Power. It's really hard to pick out a few but the ones I did made my hair stand on end like Growl did when I first heard it. Another group I am just starting to get into is NCT. Have you heard Beatbox? It's their youthful exuberance for me.
Hi, i love Growl, also MAMA. And one of my favorite EXO songs is "Universe". I am Army but i like many groups. And this year i found the singer "Kangta" and he has 2 songs that i like to hear every day. Please watch "Maybe" and "Christmas in July".
This song was done in one take. They call this Korean's National Anthem song. Lol. Growl is an older song, you should totally check out their Debut...Mama MV and their pre-debuts History and What is Love? Also, live performance of Wolf, Lightsaber, Damage or Gravity.
Please react to B.A.P - One Shot, the Band was awesome, even tho they are sadly disbanded by now. They were the ones that got me into Kpop, the Video is a "Story" video and the Music is just crazy good, im sure you would love it.
Read somewhere it took at least 13 tries before they ended up with this version of the MV. So even if Kai dropped his cap they decided to keep in the video. Yes it was one take video.
The reason this song is a legendary is because it was that song that made them famous, this song was huge, now days this song is still really popular and new groups are still covering it since it's so iconic!! This MV was a one take as you thought, this is one more reason why it was so iconic, and you may not recognise that but there were a part in this MV that kai's hat fell from his head accidentally but he put it back on his head as if it was part of the choreography so yes it's one take. For an a preformance that was iconic was in the winter Olympics in Pyongchang so this is a must!! For a new reaction from exo please react to power+ kokobap+ the eve 🙏🙏🙏
Queen GROWL will always be a banger! It is the track that catapulted rookie EXO into superstardom! GROWL is so legendary, K-Pop groups still cover it to this day, 9 years since its release.
I have missed your more frequent Kpop reactions! You seem to have been really been more into the Anime reactions for the past few months, but I really have been hoping you'd react to much more Kpop. Besides more EXO, which would be great!!, I'd love to see more WayV (they just dropped a new album a few days ago "Phantom is the title track and there is also "Diamonds Only"), Enhypen (their It's Live performance of "Polaroid Love" or "Tamed-Dashed", more from Stray Kids (you never reacted to their other videos from Maxident 'Superboard" "Give me Your TMI" "Chill" or songs from their new album Replay that just dropped earlier this week, NCT Dream also had a new album, "Candy" and "Graduation" ... sooooo many videos to catch up on.
I barely listen to Kpop but Exo and 2NE1 were and will always be my favourite. Can you listen to a few more 2NE1 Songs like "missing you" or "falling in love"?
I think there is no kpop group that didnt cover the song or the choreo or both. EXO as far as I know is also the nations pick (something like that, I dont know if this is the proper term though). Everyone over there knows this song...thats how popular that one is. I cant remember from my top of the head if you reacted to Miracles in December... if not it is one great ballad of EXO, from 2013 I believe. One of my favourites for sure.
I miss your kpop group reactions! Here’s some songs from your favorite groups that you haven’t checked out yet! Stray Kids - The View Seventeen - Rock With You Shinee - Good Evening Ateez - Eternal Sunshine
I had watached your video when you had 2k subs because of EXO and then you left I left and now you have 225k subs and reacting to EXO... I am here again.
Hey you should definitely react to KANKAN(缶缶) the jpop artist. She is very similar to Ado, but really underrated. If you were to react to one of her songs I'd recommend Tomb(トゥーム).
LO DE LA GORA SI FUE UN ERROR DE KAI NO IBA EN EL VIDEO PERO A EL SE LE CAYÓ DURANTE LA FIRMACION Y COMO PROFESIONAL REACCIONA RÁPIDO Y SI PERDER EL RITMO YA QUE LOS PRODUCTORES AL VERLO LES GUSTÓ Y LO DEJARON SE VEÍA BUENA LA ESCENA.
If you watch growl live i recommend EXO GROWL LIVE CONCERT ELYXION IN SEOUL ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-24EuA_Kx8BI.html MORE EXO PLEASE i really miss your reactions to them hehehe 🥰🥰
