The Kulture Study: SNSD 'FOREVER 1' MV REACTION & REVIEW

[@edo27]

This song isn’t just a comeback. Its a love letter to 2nd gen kpop and what aging gracefully with love and humility and beauty looks like. I wish them nothing but continued success and if we are truly lucky, another future album

[@Pitapat819]

Don’t know why this comment made me teary-eyed lol

[@StreamHypeBoyByNewJeans]

I literally barfed. Stream Attention and Hype Boy if you wanna stan idols that are not 30yo

[@cheeseoh]

​@@StreamHypeBoyByNewJeans ah yes stan CHILDREN instead of WOMEN. what a great idea lol

[@pinkdiamond3712]

@@StreamHypeBoyByNewJeans Imagine not liking a group but still taking the time to look up a reaction video of theirs and then also comment. 😂 You got some serious issues.

[@xxDxxism]

@@StreamHypeBoyByNewJeans I barf at the fact you love minors lol

[@siobhan1655]

The chorus is addictive. This song felt true to themselves and not trying to be someone else.

[@o-mega199]

Because it's the Girls' Generation genre itself

[@dreamboiiiiiii]

W take

[@mamakitty6549]

Absolutely agree

[@Viczization]

Been with SNSD since Gee. Definitely a 10/10 for me. They aren’t trying to be something they’re not. It’s 100% their type of music/sound/concept. So happy that they came back. It reminds of happier days listening to my OG K-pop groups before school 💕💕

[@MXXEALEX]

PD, I don’t think you noticed but the bridge actually samples their debut TT Into The New World, and there’s another part as well that samples genie slightly !

[@phivdo]

Which part samples Genie? 👀

[@blinkwiththerevelsxx8306]

@@phivdo the piano at the start of the bridge

[@xangxung1672]

They even have picked some of the lyrics from ITNW. I believe it's Yuri's and Sunny's line somewhere during the bridge

[@phivdo]

@@blinkwiththerevelsxx8306 idk that sounds like ITNW more than Genie lol

[@shreechithrashajeev213]

@@blinkwiththerevelsxx8306 thats itnw

[@tonyilias2561]

The fact that we've gotten both Big Bang and SNSD to come back after super long hiatuses in the same year is actually mind-blowing

[@squishymallow4085]

SO TRUE. 2ND GEN FANS ARE TOTALLY LUCKY THIS YR

[@jczaoldyeck]

FOREVER1 is purely about CELEBRATION. It’s not like these days typical full of drop kpop songs but somehow remain as SNSD’s identity. I even reckon that’s what makes them last this long. The lyrics is meanigful to both girls and SONEs while giving a nostalgic feels. You can actually hear INTO THE NEW WORLD sampled in the bridge.

[@DML897]

8:35 Yup you nailed it PD. Each member had their own individual scenes showing what they were doing during the past 5 years of solo activity. From what I gathered: Yoona: Sitting in an actors chair and doing a scene with a green screen monster representing her acting career Taeyeon: Solo singer, holding her own concerts Hyoyeon: Producing and DJing as DJ Hyo Sunny: Hosting her own TV and Radio variety shows Yuri: A model/brand spokesperson for tons of fashion lines Tiffany: Always on a plane as pre-pandemic she was ALWAYS traveling everywhere, had 2 world tours on her own, etc SooYoung: Always on the red carpet being a host, actor, or guest for various award shows and movies/tv dramas. Seohyun: On stage doing musicals and performing in stage plays.

[@nestheamarinava4654]

The chorus is absolutely ADDICTING

[@viannanolen-peters1392]

Yes! Totally love the hook!

[@beatricep103]

Forever1 for me falls into the category of songs like Abba's Dancing Queen, heavy on the nostalgia, yet at the same time it creates this love for life and desire to live your life to the fullest, that it feel almost magical ✨

[@blue7284]

I never followed the group, I just know "into the new world" and even not knowing them, is one of my favorite songs from... K-pop in general. And still, somehow this song still feels so nostalgic that makes me want to cry and start to follow them from debut and get to know the members, watch their performances and variety shows with them. Forever one made me miss what I never lived, and regret a bit for not knowing them before. (That summarized a lot about how I feel regarding my life in general 😅 nostalgia and regrets. Lol) Is a beautiful song, the MV is good too, but specially the song, is really my type of emotional heart-warming K-pop title track.

[@max-es7iu]

Exactly, SNSD are legends.

[@ent2263]

The thing is, if you do decide to go down this rabbit hole with them, you’ll find that nostalgia is not something they make you feel just because the era they came from is gone, it’s somehow a part of their DNA as a group. “Into the New World” and its b-side “Beginning” had that bittersweet taste even back when they came out. That girl next door, that group of best friends before adult life separated them… SNSD somehow always gave me a feeling like that.

[@younglihying]

“Regret a bit for not knowing them before” -this is so wistful 🥹 and I just feel emotional, overly grateful that I am a pioneer SONE since the beginning and when I say beginning, I meant day 1, 5th Aug 2007 on that Inkigayo stage. Thank you for your honesty, it’s not too late to know them, watch one of their full concerts, I suggest the below (personal faves) Japan 3 Love & Peace: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jZyldommq8yFbsk Phantasia: kzbin.info/www/bejne/hpe7lYenZb5oY9E The Best at Tokyo Dome: kzbin.info/www/bejne/oaeUkpZrrN2Lo5Y Or watch this amazing FMV tribute videos: 5th Year Anniversary: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gWTKfGh-iL-pepI 14th Year Anniversary: kzbin.info/www/bejne/inbJhqScq8Z1npo Best Helpful Guide: kzbin.info/www/bejne/aKfQp6eed7yml6M Most Emotional Performance: (get tissues ready) kzbin.info/www/bejne/hZC9hqCDr7VoqtU

[@younglihying]

@@ent2263 OMG, Beginning is GG’s best B-side ever! My fave of all faves among B-sides!!! ✨✨✨

[@ilikeeatingrice7023]

Honestly that’s how I feel about izone lol, I got into them after ive debuted and whenever I see the members interact now I get this mix of nostalgia that I never lived and regret that I didn’t live it when I could’ve

[@saskoreacts]

I'm actually pretty new to K-Pop (got into it late 2018 through Blackpink) but SNSD became my favourite group after getting into them in 2020. They pretty much carried me through the pandemic and still are the biggest source of positive energy I gain in my free time. Something about their music, them as a group and the individual personalities of each member just really resonates with me. I actually really regreted getting into them after they were active and really wished to experience at least one comeback so Forever 1 means a lot to me. I'm not a fan of 15 years like others but I still cried like a baby watching the MV and reading those lyrics. The rest of the album is incredible as well and SNSD treating their fans these days so much despite all their busy individual schedules is kinda unreal. They go to variety shows, music shows, have their own reality show and even do a fan meeting concert. Everything because SNSD means just as much to them as to their fans. That's why they celebrate their 15th anniversary in such fashion. And I don't think any group will be able to do something like this anytime soon. Bringing together idols/actresses from 4 different agencies 5 years after the last group comeback and still be so relevant and active as they are now. It's only Girls' Generation for me :) (I already left this comment on Patreon but thought I leave it here as well since I always do love your KZbin uploads)

[@Biskuit12]

Even if you stan them just less years than others, you are a sone and we share the same love to the girls :)

[@제이원-m1u]

Thats so cute 🥹

[@JC_0903]

Nice to see your post here Sasko.😁

[@autumn805]

I got into Kpop during the pandemic and SNSD became my favorite group as well! I’ve grown so attached to them after watching all their old performances and varieties shows. I also really regretted not knowing them when they were active, and this comeback was the biggest present ever😭! But just like Sunny said, whether or not you were with them then, no matter when, as long as you’ve watched that performance, you’ve travelled through space and time, being with SNSD since their beginning😭

[@퀴수스케세수스]

I came to this video just after watching your reaction to the album too💓. And can I say as a long time SNSD fan I have loved watching many new baby sones like you discover the specialness of SNSD and also watching your channel grow too. They are the first and only group I have ever been a fan of in my life. 💖

[@stellaxcadentex]

The chorus is really heartwarming

[@jessicabarrett3631]

I loved the Into The New World sample they used in the teasers, and I really liked the video concept of the girls in their individual lives coming together again. I almost cried

[@kayjacques6050]

actually they sampled that in the bridge

[@sohsaturno]

i think this sounds like a modern "into the new world". it's emotional and gorgeous just like that song

[@rinrinau]

the chorus literally makes me tear up almost every time its just THAT song

[@randomyoutubeuser9465]

Literally. It’s so so good

[@o-mega199]

Taeyeon: "I hope you like this album! Thank you for waiting this long. Even if you don't like all of them, please remember the current Girls Generation *and I'm so lucky to meet a fan named SONE"

[@markkostecki4558]

SOTY so far for me. The nostalgia sound is huge and i didnt get into Kpop until 2018 lol but it feels like Ive been a fan since 2007. Also the green screen stuff in the bridge, everyone in slow mo is the plate, real footage. Then the person whose singing in real time is the green screen element put on top

[@girlwithluv-multifandom]

I’ve known of SNSD since getting into kpop a few years ago, but I only knew the big hitters like ITNW, Gee, IGAB, etc. it wasn’t until late last year/earlier this year that I started diving into their albums and some of the deep cuts that I really started to appreciate their sound. I’m glad I got to experience a full comeback for myself.

[@JC_0903]

Yes, there's a lot of hidden gems on their b-side. 👍

[@sulingga]

Regarding the chroma key scene. It's probably due to the effect they were going for with one member being in real time and the rest being in slow motion. They shot the backdrop and members for the slowmo and then had a separate plate for the single member in realtime. It would look great if they executed it better, mostly better keying and it does feel like the camera movement doesn't really match either. Just my thought.

[@BrentARJ]

This is the answer to PD's "why?" at 12:18. I'm surprised he didn't pick up on it!

[@themusicianme8747]

Also the slow-motion cut has a slight different setting on its highlights part.. It's much lower than the normal speed cut. If you look at Seohyun's part her brightest part (shoulder) is higher than Tiffany's. compositing scenes like that should have 100% the same shadow and highlights.

[@f4rensabri]

There is an official behind the scene video of making this MV and they showed the chroma key process.

[@nocchi.9589]

Also the slow motion could be a reference to their intro bit in the music video for The Boys.

[@iveescaped]

I think the subtle difference in lighting made it quite not right too.

[@taengoonim]

When SNSD sings in unison it's just magical, this album is 2 yrs in the making and the fact that they kept their promise and the song itself is such a perfect song to celebrate, 5 yrs of waiting felt short. Also, 15 yrs and they can still make great music, and the line distribution keeps getting better and better

[@sanuhh.]

I cried listening to this. It reminded me of my teen days getting into kpop...No one does it like 2nd gen groups especially snsd.

[@15993dany]

I got into K-pop only in 2019, so i wasn't there to experience SNSD's career, tbh I only know 3-4 of their songs and barely know their names. That being said, when the comeback was announced I was of course interested so I've checked out the premiere for Forever 1 and ohhhhh boy... best song of the year! I can feel the nostalgia and the emotions in the song despite not being a fan of the group, the bridge gives me chills with the strings from Into the new world. I'm a sucker for emotional/sad bops, give me some edm beat and a feeling of nostalgia and i'm in heaven, same vibes that i get from Don't wanna cry, Thanks (Seventeen) and Good evening (Shinee) which are in my top 10 favorite kpop songs of all time. In conclusion, i'm in love, 10 out of 10.

[@heyitskdan]

I was waiting for your reaction 💗 #GG4EVA

[@fernanda-qe1pw]

Você por aqui? 😆

[@blue7284]

Oi Dan, que legal, você também segue o PD!

[@milaofarmacia]

Vc aqui

[@jasonryancheah]

I’ve been a SONE since 2009 and I cried everytime I watch people getting emotional reacting to this MV

[@piety1359]

gee was my first song... Listening to them during school and college helped me stay cheerful and to keep going. They sound wonderful as always and I definitely cried when I listened to this the first time as it transported me to those days being in love with SNSD. I just love how they sound so fresh, modern, sweet, modest and so so K-POP to it's core, ALL while still remaining SNSD So amazing

[@Mobythemini]

SNSD is what made me fall in love with kpop. I entered in with The Boys and fell in love with them due to Baby Steps. I have to say I've watched this MV about 20 times, not because the video is the greatest thing ever but the references made. You're absolutely correct PD, to me the "street" set has to be referencing I Got a Boy. In Tiffany's solo shot one of the papers handed to her says "Holiday". The pool set to me is referencing 'Into The New World' in that they're wearing white a pure color demoting innocence, and they have little to no makeup. And then there is all their solo shots. You touched on it, how each one focuses on what they are as of now kind of most known for. Yuri and Seolhyun though they both act they are more known for their modeling. Sooyoung and Yoona, acting. Tayeon singing. Tiffany also singing but this sher flew away from Korea and she has to travel back and for a lot. Sunny being an MC and general star it's why she's in a limo going to a premier. Hyohyeon a DJ and they give her some turn tables in her shot. I'm trying to find any more references

[@justlikemeowgic]

I became an SNSD fan around 2014 or so, and the main standout feeling here, as someone who is an 89er just like some of them, it feels like growing up. I know I've changed a lot in the past 5 years as I've discovered who I am and what I want to do with my life, and it feels like they've been on a similar journey. I love it!!

[@jules1524]

hi! that might be really random, i’m sorry. but i was wondering how you saw that video one day ago? patreon?🙃

[@justlikemeowgic]

@@jules1524 Yes, Patreon!

[@jules1524]

@@justlikemeowgic thank you so much!!🤍🤍

[@elzi8391]

i've been waiting for five years for my girls to come together again. this song and the entire album is all i could've wanted and more. i don't want them to leave again. my first group in kpop was SNSD, they are my angels. i cried ordering the physical album and while it's not here yet, i know i'm going to cry when it comes and i open it. hearing everyone of them sing the post chorus makes me so happy. i am so so so so glad i made sure to put aside money for this month. it's well spent when its spent on SNSD.

[@edeIweiss_]

I feel like the solo shots represent their solo careers but despite of them having projects on their own, shoshi still remains one. They'll forever walk the red carpet together 🤧💗

[@emems6620]

Ngl the chorus made me burst out in tears- and I don’t even am a person grown up with snsd , but I know their importance in K-pop, and, idk, thinking of all the hardships idols have to go through made me really teary

[@SoEul122]

Idk why seeing you react and commentate on snsd makes me even more emotional, even if you don’t love all of their music, I’ve always appreciated your insight and opinion on the music and video and direction of their releases. Thank you

[@sasukeslefthand]

Just like PD said, the way they sing it it’s very emotional it really makes me want to cry every time I listen to it. Makes you come to senses of how much time has passed since they debuted.

[@teadora99]

I've been a fan for a decade, and this comeback made me cry, the girls have just been my favourites ever since I found them and having them comeback meant the world to me and not only that but a full promotional period too? It's really helping me get through what is a tough time in my life right now and I'm very grateful

[@elarianasky]

The part when you talked about the lyric "We are forever" are exactly the thoughts I had but couldn't find the right words to form. On paper, the lyric is very cheesy but cute, but in the actual song, when it's sung by the girls, it holds so much to it. I especially absolutely loved that Taeyeon, as the leader of SNSD, sang that line first. I'm not a full time sone, but when she sang that line the first time, it hit hard in the best way possible. It's a reminder to the other seven girls and to sones worldwide that SNSD are still forever, even now, 15 years after debuting and they are going to be forever, another 15 years down the line. It's really emotional and really sweet.

[@aku987]

Been a fan since the very beginning . This comeback feels like a way for them to state "thank you for the continuous love and support" - Imagine being the only girl group to stand against Boy Groups,Black ocean, winning daesangs, dominating every field of entertainment and more.. no matter 8 or 9 Soshi will always be soshi. I'm very thankful for only MV release but they didn't stop there.❤️

[@squishymallow4085]

2nd gen sound that fits into a 4th generation k-music. Its possible with SNSD. So feels nostalgic and refreshing.

[@riffgroove]

I was originally a little underwhelmed the first time I heard this, but after the 3rd listen I was hooked. Who cares if it's just a one-off for the fans of the group. It's wonderful to see and hear them all together again. Not to mention looking so amazing.

[@herohearts1919]

The choreo straight up sent me astral projecting back to my youth and holy cow it was wonderful. It definitely felt like the team understood the balance of nostalgia and a fresh sound to cheer us all on. Definitely feels like a love letter to all those who've shown them love, just as they said they wanted 💜

[@mattevans6752]

I started listening to Kpop a little over a year ago. I've listened to SNSD's debut album and liked it, and I've listened to a lot of Taeyeon's solo stuff and I love that. I mostly know SNSD by reputation and Taeyeon's solo stuff. That being said, I think this song is amazing. It feels very emotional and nostalgic in the best way. It's one of my favorite releases of the year.

[@searchingforelris]

to me, this song is a fantastic ANTHEM! they don't need to prove themselves, they're just here to celebrate they're still slaying ❤️

[@lerikacosta3167]

I loveeee this song so much, idk why people were disappointed, the song is a masterpiece and the message is beautiful...one of the best comeback this year...

[@pittayayas]

This song is so SNSD. I would have been so upset id they tried to make fake catchy song that didnt feel like them just to go viral. This feels like they poured their hearts to give us the SNSD we've always loved

[@yurenna252]

I've been a SONE since 2009 and I totally love this song. It's perfect! Really depicts what we, SONE, want to say to SNSD and vice-versa. It's a masterpiece kind of song. I also really appreciate this reaction from my ultimate fave PD ♥

[@Myntz47]

I've been into Kpop since DBSK was popular, and SNSD is one of the most prominent 2nd gen groups out there. I wasn't a huge fan, but they definitely had catchy songs. I think they came back with the perfect piece. They really don't have anything to prove as they are legendary at this point, and this was a song for their fans more than anything. I prefer this style way more than the I got a boy phase. It was a great choice all around.

[@tonyilias2561]

Since I'm a fairly new Kpop fan, I've only checked out a few of their songs and can't call myself a true "fan" yet, but this song and comeback is way too good. That chorus is so catchy, and the whole message and vibe of the song honestly makes me want to cry each time I listen to it because it's such a heartwarming song about themselves, their fans, their 15 year anniversary, and even more. I'm definitely going to be checking out their other songs now because I've been missing out big time

[@ondo6645]

i actually watched the mv at work bc i was way too excited to wait until i’d get home and cried like a baby. it was definitely a love letter to 2nd gen and sones especially who have been waiting for so long, it sounds extremely nostalgic and emotional for an upbeat concept mwha mwah chefs kiss 15/10 + the fact we got a FULL album by gg in 2022 who would’ve thought we meet again

[@bellatrexy6749]

Finally a song that feels like a real old kpop. Nostalgic and beautiful

[@s.tres.s5031]

it sounds like an ABBA song but make it kpop 😩😭 AND I AM LIVING FOR IT?!

[@bryanstephen8525]

Snsd basically raised me. From 2013 up to now that I just turned 20, I can say that snsd had THAT impact in my life. You'll see it in my dancing, or even my singing in the shower😆. I was deeply devastated by Jessica's departure back in 2015. Hearing the itnw sample in the bridge of the song for the first time made me shiver, that same feeling when I first watched itnw ballad version first time without Sica... It was that emotional

[@davidnystrom9059]

While my top group is Dreamcatcher, and I credit them with being the group that won me to kpop, SNSD was the FIRST group I fell in love with. When I was branching out into new music, Girls’ Generation was the first group that I connected with. I remember just searching on Spotify and “Mr. Mr.” came on. I was hooked and soon they were my most played group. This song nails the nostalgia and feels completely at home with all the other SNSD songs in a playlist. As much as I love this song, “Lucky Like That” (the second song on the album) is absolutely incredible. If “Forever 1” is a 10/10, which it is for me, “Lucky Like That” is a 12/10 or greater. I love this song, I love this whole comeback, and I can’t help but just be happy the came back again.

[@Lokistar13]

The background plate of the girls jumping and moving in slow motion is real and the center girl(s) that is singing in each part is green screened on top moving and singing at normal speed.

[@jnd_jnd]

Thank you so much for this video. Forever 1 as an album is such a solid one and probably my most favorite album of theirs, like ever, with IGAB as close second. Personally a no-skip album whatsoever. Anw happy 15 years to my first ever kpop group. Can't believe it's been 15 years since I've discovered K-pop, and still sticking around to this day

[@stefb95]

the into the new world sample in the bridge gets me everytime!

[@am5ters504]

I literally cannot stop crying every time i see them perform this ohbmy god

[@cydgonzalez1234]

The stage that they are in the bridge is showing that they don’t need props, dancers or anything else… with their music, being themselves and voices they conquered the whole music industry. Also they used the introduction of Into the New World in the bridge. Thats sick! Omg loved it completely nostalgic and the celebration of 15 years… they are not trying to prove anything. They are the originals that opened the path for girl groups nowadays. 💗 forever1

[@70K1D0K1]

So I wasn't super big on kpop in the past but I had heard a few SNSD songs (Gee, I Got a Boy, The Boys) while I was in high school/early college. I didn't get fully into kpop until late 2018 with Twice, Red Velvet, Mamamoo, etc. but somehow "Forever 1" still sounds so nostalgic and emotional to me. When I heard it for the first time, I literally thought this was an anthem for something (friendship? fandom? time moving forward and changing you for the better but remembering and cherishing those who have shaped the you now???). It definitely doesn't sound like anything coming out nowadays but I think it's music that will hold up even in another 10-15 years or more. It's a song that's easy to sing along to and remember the words, and it feels like lyrics that take hold inside of you. It feels like a reunion, a celebration, a looking back on things, but also a looking forward to more. It's also made me wanna go back and listen to all the past SNSD songs I've missed out on! (I'm kinda sad realizing now that they're around my age and I could've been growing up alongside them and their music, but it's never too late to be a fan now~)

[@thatgeminidreamer]

I've pretty much grown up with SNSD since Gee era. I've stuck with them through all the highs and lows of their career. Like you said, the green screen thing was a little "Hmm..." moment, although tbh, I didn't notice it the first time I watched the MV because I was watching with a thick glaze of nostalgia while my eyes sweated. But in succeeding viewings, it was becoming a bit more obvious. It's defo not the girls' fault, but the team could have cleaned it up better before the MV was given the green light for release. As for subtle references in the MV, a lot of Sones have noted the following: - The girls wearing marine outfits is a nod to their "Genie" MV - The Helipad bg is a nod to their iconic "Genie" performance on a helipad that gained the highest Music Show rating in views in history to date - The bg for the "poolside" set could be a nod to their "Party" MV - Their color blocked outfits could be a grown-up version of their iconic "Gee" outfits - The studio lot set could be a nod to their "Paparazzi" and/or "IGAB" sets - Each member's individual scenes were supposed to reflect their current careers (actor, singer, DJ, jet setting businesswoman, variety show queens, etc.) - Taeyeon holding the trophy with the girls by her side was a nod to the girls' winning their Daesang awards - The chroma key scene was a nod to their "The Boys" MV - That one scene with Yoona acting with a CGI monster behind her was a small nod to a commercial they did in their early days also with a CGI monster Tbh, the subtle hints in this MV was like an extension of the scenes they weren't able to add back in their "Holiday" MV, but adding more of other non-MV related stuff in the mix. It was a very smart move to play with nostalgia that Sones can try to find easter eggs for. And Kenzie using the sample of "ITNW" on the bridge part was pure chef's kiss!💗

[@newwebuser]

The MV, like you mention has some subtle references to previous MVs. The street set is reminiscent of Holiday (if you look closely, one of the billboards in that set is their Holiday Night poster). The scene with the white/blue outfits harken back to the sailor outfits for Genie and the set is reminiscent of Party. Then there's the Into the New World sample during the beginning of the bridge. The bridge itself reminds me of the slomo parts of The Boys. Also, I still believe the Seohyun scene with her popping from behind the curtains is a Gee callback to her and Hyo's scene. Lastly like you mentioned, I feel the block colored outfits are remiscient of Gee. Anyways, as a longtime Sone, this was an absolute pleasure, feels very nostalgic, especially with this kind of sound given the current trends. I recommend you check out the album too if you have time, lots of great bops!

[@aeri_taylors-version]

the song is so nostalgic it legit made me cry the first time i listened to it.

[@themystiquecallyunique]

I just love the fact that even though the Girls' Generation members and their fans are already doing their own thing, they have always and they will always come back as one. Taeyeon - The Balladeer 🎙 Sunny - The Variety Show Royalty 📺 Tiffany - The International Celebrity 🌐 Hyoyeon - The DJ 🎧 Yuri - The Model 👠 Sooyoung - The Sensational Superstar 📸 Yoona - The Big Time Actress 🎬 Seohyun - The Theatrical Performer 🎭 HAPPY 15TH SOSHI 🫶 SONE ANNIVERSARY!!! ✨ 💖 💕 💗 GIRLS⁷ GENERATION 💗 💕 💖 ✨ #GirlsGeneration #소녀시대 #SNSD #FOREVER1

[@justagrass]

I got into k pop in 2019, and I had mostly only heard snsd’s title tracks up until now. However, I’m always seen snsd as absolute legends and follow many members solo endevours. Nevertheless, I found myself uncontrollably becoming teary eyed on first listen..the top line of the chorus and the way it keeps rising up, it felt so incredibly nostalgic and uplifting I couldn’t help but get emotional even on my 2nd and 3rd listen! All the girls look STUNNING and I couldn’t be happier to see them together again. If I wasn’t a fan before, I certainly am now. I decided to go and listen through their past albums and omg I HAVE BEEN MISSING OUT! why did no one tell me?? Overall, an 11 /10 comeback!

[@tashyaranadipura4850]

Forever 1 really shows how much improvement for the girls in their singing career... I think they are bold to finally let the other members like yoona, Yuri, hyoyeon, sunny and especially sooyoung (she won this era, this is her center moment) to singing the high note (sunny actually is one of the lead vocalist that SNSD have). This comeback means alot for me as a long-time SONE 😭 I grew up with them as my motivation, and they don't really think to win anything for this comeback because they only want to celebrating their anniversary with their fans.

[@kurarieshiiunanaliakaira1985]

The Chroma key part, I think is the reference from MV of The Boyz when they're walking around when Jessica is flying the bird. That's just what I rememberred when I saw that.

[@jesse_damiklover6500]

Im not sure if anyone noticed. But the bridge of "Forever1" is the Intro to "Into The New World". It legit made me cry for a minute.

[@serenity8910]

I'm a Sone since 2008 and they are still my fav group and Taeyeon is still my ultimate bias and fav artist since day one. This comeback is everything to me and so many. And they really delivered. The whole album is SO AMAZING. They stuck to their sound and I really appreciate that. 15 years in and it's only the beginning for them. There are a lot of references to their past works! First of all, not only the song is composed by Kenzie who composed their debut song ITNW but ITNW is sampled in the bridge in FOREVER 1. Then the alley scene looks like IGAB. The boat scene is summery like Party and the outfits are marine-inspired like Genie. The colorful outfits reminds me of Gee but also Hoot. There are also a lot of All Night/Holiday Night posters in the alley scene. And seeing each member doing their thing in the solo shots is like ITNW too. I'm so happy, thankful and grateful for this comeback. I'm proud of them and proud to be a Sone!

[@NexX35]

Yes!! Been waiting for this Love girls generation so much and this comeback wasn't disappointing Such a good title track and album

[@Pitapat819]

I wish they’d never go on hiatus again, although i’m so happy seeing them in their individual careers… but i really missed them.

[@IsdisLos]

This is the only guy that I tune into for some MV reaction videos.

[@devakibhagwat6146]

Aside from the edm-ey music she's released, Hyoyeon also actually DJ's on the side, as an interest!

[@Neldazor]

The song is so SNSD it's crazy, I actually cried my eyes out on my first listen cause I missed them so much and this song felt like they were never gone

[@patowu]

I feel like there are a lot of really subtle references to old MV's. The sailor outfits in the boat like in Genie. The set similar to Paparazzi. The dance lineup in the bridge similar to IGAB. The slow motion in the bridge reminiscent of the Boys. Seohyun peeking out of the curtains after the bridge like in Gee. The ITNW instrumental in the bridge. There are probably others, but that is what I noticed.

[@snsdonly9875]

I've been a fan since Genie era and I really love this comeback because they stay true to their signature. Highlighting their vocals, adding a lil bit of rap, adlibs, doing harmonies and everyone singing the chorus.

[@tavioka_pudding]

I remember when SNSD debut and the song,malong with the album, is such a good return to form for the group. They sample their debut, the choreography is all references, the style is very much SNSD- if you’re a SONE this is THE album & comeback. As a Kpop listener it’s nice to have a not gen4 sound that’s refreshing and timeless

[@Kpophdvidfan]

SNSD fan since 2010! I really love the song and def nostalgic feels and emotion. Can’t wait for the live performances!

[@naseharusli8380]

been a fan since 2009, even after 15years, they still sound the same. that original SNSD sound still can be heard in this song. the lyrics are genuinely pure and sincere. I actually got tears in my eyes reading the lyrics. i love it 🥲

[@ddizzyme]

16:25 yesss they are trying to reference all their old MVs and achievements.. that's their whole concept..

[@kayonice8600]

This comeback is grand And it makes me teary I've missed them so much but now here they are 😭 I'm so touched this is THE SNSD I've been waiting for

[@evansowa1]

So happy you’re back!

[@ismadymohammad5934]

You can see there is a lot of reference to the old songs. From the Gee and Genie clothing, to Run Devil Run slow mo, and ITNW sampling

[@Audibleknight]

I got into Kpop through Twice (Likey). I've probably heard SNSD through livestreams, but never knew they were SNSD songs. I honestly loved this song, and became a fan. It does feel like a throwback musically, but that nostalgia and the clear emotion and love for their fans is clearly delivered. The chorus is also an earworm.

[@obsessed2754]

SNSD will always be legendary. This is the perfect anniversary gift for fans. They didnt came back to compete but to celebrate their milestones with SONES. This just shows how they have grown professionally. This is Girls Generation. The album is a bop though especially villain and you better run

[@Sunnybias]

I WAS WAITING FOR THIS!!! Thank you. This is kpop history and I am so proud of these ladies ❤️

[@franzcliffordautajay7207]

FINALLYYYY!!!! THE REACTION WE'VE ALL BEEN WAITING!

[@JesseJamesPigon]

snsd just gave us an Icona Pop revival. Glorious past of pop music 😍

[@iszsvnnyknight5688]

Sunny will always be my favorite

[@quimenga]

i got into kpop in 2nd gen, so I loved it, from the first few seconds, those vibrant bright notes!! Such a strong sound - the song is exuberant, celebratory, and triumphant, and JOYFUL :))) its very re-listenable

[@mamakitty6549]

This couldn't be more SNSD if it tried ❤️👌 I'm so happy they stuck to their signature roots 😭 absolutely beautiful ❤️ the first time I heard them was gee as a teenager... I feel so old now but still have the same love for them ❤️

[@Maiichu14]

I found your channel thanks to your holiday night reaction five years ago so this definitely feels like coming full circle

[@aethersan_]

i've been an SNSD fan since i got a boy and this comeback was so heartwarming for me. they've always had such a soft spot in my heart and it feels like they really did everything they could for their fans with this comeback, whether you're a new or old fan. loved the review as always :)

[@claudiachang5486]

Each of them have an individual shot while representing what they have done with their careers. Singer, Actress, DJ, etc

[@Hrathen39]

Honestly its refreshing. I didn't really follow SNSD back in the day but this was just what I needed at present

[@TintedRhythm]

The MV that PD is referring to in 16:07 is their Paparazzi MV!

[@avfkash]

Was actually waiting for this vid hahaha The outfits remind me of older songs - the boat outfits is like genie or party - the bright colours long pants remind me of gee - the pink and brown has a hoot feel to it Also love how the mv shows what the members are doing right now and even though they are busy with their current life with acting and so on they are still SNSD and will forever be

[@loccobeast7317]

This is not a drill!!! PD is back!! I really love this song... when Tiffany says : were not stopping.. YES!! we will be forever a SONE 4eva!

[@Avogadra]

In their b-sides there are some songs that sound more like 4th gen - Villan especialy. I am fan of SNSD since " I got a boy". It was what really got me into kpop. Love they did whole album not just a single.

[@officialbreethe]

This song made me feel really emotional, it felt like hope. Hopeful for the future, type of shit. Love it. Thank you for your video!

[@GabrielSouza-cg1hn]

I know nothing about SNSD other than they were a big girl group in the past, but this song got my attention and it feels nostalgic, loved it

[@redilemma3289]

honestly i got into kpop about 5 years ago. i have only listened to the major releases of snsd like genie, gee and into the new world, but i love this song so much. it's such a sweet song for their fans and i cried while watching their performance bc of sone fan chant. i normally am not a fan of nostalgia but this song really hits.

[@IrvinnCastro]

I loved this song sm 😫 heard sm die hard fans complaining about it but idk it just feels like snsd as you said, one of my favorites from them

[@nichole202]

I’ve been a SONE for about 7 years. And just the news of them making a comeback had me in tears. And even now I still cry whenever I watch FOREVER 1. This song really is an assurance to us SONE that no matter what stages in life they are at they will always be Girls Generation. They really live up to the title Nations’s No.1 Girl Group. Records can be broken and girls groups come and go but what SNSD did and created have literally paved the way for all girls groups now. I can’t be prouder of them. They are my first and final girl group to stan and I going to keep it that way. I really look forward to seeing them in person for the first time at their fanmeeting.