Korean soloist IU recently released her single with BTS member, V and it has been charting for top songs all across the country. The song features BTS’s V as IU’s boyfriend, husband, and ex-lover. The duo shares a sparkling chemistry in the melancholic song about love, happiness, and heartbreak. The music video is set in a zombie-apocalyptic world where U and V are seen running away from an alien who has created chaos. In this dull and colorless world, we see V and IU sharing a few moments of laughter and happiness before they meet their end. The lyrics have a melancholy feel throughout the song, for example, “Dearest, Darling, Universe, would you take me along? To a place where I can’t dream with my poor imagination.”
IU’s soft and velvety vocals are complemented by piano keys, making it a solemn and beautiful song. The visuals add a heartwarming touch to the sound, making it even more impactful. The music video starts with a breathy soft voice as IU introduces the audience to the world, before taking a high pitch announcing her fear of the inevitable end. It then shows the couple exploring an abandoned shopping center, stumbling upon wedding clothes, and deciding whether or not to try them on. The following scenes are nothing short of cinematic gold. One particularly touching moment is when the two take pictures in a photo booth, their expressions a mix of happiness, love, and melancholy. Then there’s the scene where they slow dance, capturing a moment of pure magic. The world around them fades away as they giggle and sing to each other.
Netizens worldwide are buzzing about the pair’s dynamic, and social media platforms are ablaze with reactions and fan theories about the storyline. The consensus is clear: IU and V have delivered performances that fans will talk about for a long time. As the video concludes with V and IU facing their unfortunate fate with a brave face, we’re left with a mixture of emotions – sadness for the characters’ plight, joy for the beauty of their connection, and a deep appreciation for the artistry involved in bringing such a story to life. Hopefully, IU will continue to make beautiful, cinematic, and touching music videos for her fans to enjoy and appreciate.
