The Kulture Study: TWICE 'Alcohol Free' MV REACTION & REVIEW

[@MyNamesRonnie]

because it's a bossanova style, there's not much of a buildup and the beat is fairly stable and pretty "chill". this relaxing and easy-listening vibe is a stark contrast to the typical twice title track which is very energetic and instrumental-driven, but somehow the change of pace works and it's still addicting to the ears!

[@lucasolivdantas]

i agree, and i've commented on that here. but i add that it's on the vocals where most of bossa nova's musical acrobatics happen and twice are fantastic on it!

[@horanghaejunior6989]

I am not once but i almost thought this song isnt produced by park jiyong because it's so much different. Turns out i am wrong

[@RomeoHatesShrimp]

@@horanghaejunior6989 I think it’s pretty close to what is love in the production in the sense that the chorus isn’t very bombastic but relies on a very catchy hook except that between WIL and AF, AF has a much jazzier pre-chorus

[@bitamina]

most songs that are "summer" are heavy synths we rarely get chill summer bops

[@rsarin18]

Yeah I feel like this song, and especially songs on the album, while "summery," are not too "summery" where I only want to listen to it in the summer but I feel like I could listen to it year round.

[@charlesromeo3371]

@@rsarin18 thats so true. ngl most of my saved twice songs are not the title track but mostly the chill/vibey/slow ones they have on the album. because i feel like i could listen to it anytime.

[@Max-my6rk]

Not for red velvet

[@christianagapito2597]

Yes and I'm loving it!!

[@uracist4994]

red velvet summer songs weren't chill type of songs wdym

[@strawberryberry999]

Okay but i really love how jyp and twice took the risk to release this. currently, edm and what people call "noise music" is the general trend in kpop. But twice went AGAINST that trend and released a song with a completely opposite vibe, which is this chill, and slow summer bop. Its kind of like they're claiming "we don't follow trends we set them". And it's also impressive how versatile twice continue to be. I was expecting something like dtna or more and more since i couldn't imagine a summer song sounding way too different but i was completely caught off-guard with how different this sounded. It's something they have never done before. But yeah all in all, this is probably their most gorgeous mv alongside feel special.

[@deyleigh6487]

I beg to differ. I was disappointed by this comeback, I was expecting so much more from them. The melody wasn't it, the sax lead in the chorus destroyed the whole vibe of the song, and I can't blame TWICE because of this, I can only blame the producer (JYP THAT BITCH).

[@stelrex7293]

That's the best thing about TWICE. We get concepts anyone least expects this shows how versatile TWICE are. Also don't forget to check out other b-sides which the members themselves wrote.

[@fruitpuff9388]

@@deyleigh6487 Totally valid opinion! For me personally, I really can't find anything to dislike about this song. It's sweet, fun, flirty, and a really easy listen that I don't mind putting on repeat. I prefer it over a more recent comeback like More & More.

[@strawberryberry999]

@@deyleigh6487 yeah but, like the PD said, the instrumentals were meant to be kept to a minimum to bring out their vocals more, and, again, to emphasize the fact that its suppsoed to be a chill and slow song. And the sax and the piano are both supposed to bring out this sort of...carribean vibe to it thats why. Its supposed to grow on you. But yeah I do agree that I really wish jyp would let twice members also contribute to their title track because we all know they have the potential through their amazing bsides.

[@deyleigh6487]

@@stelrex7293 NO, HONESTLY THEIR B-SIDES WERE ABSOLUTELY CRISP. It's just the title track, TWICE's usual charm in their past albums, wasn't it. Personally, SOS was the best, and the concept for this era was perfect, it's just, musically, there isn't really much going on, or at least not many redeeming qualities in the production of the song.

[@khgp_808]

In the beginning: “The lyrics are probably gonna be “I’m drunk off you” or something like that” Me: “Your totally correct!”

[@iliveforjinyoungspeach7141]

Same reaction 🤣

[@khgp_808]

@@iliveforjinyoungspeach7141 lol 😂

[@livi_viv_vi]

He said that same thing for "Drunk Dazed" 😂

[@lnarenkumar2327]

@@livi_viv_vi PD goes by They/them

[@kpopscenario1406]

Hi

[@conkerzone]

The most common word people have said towards this song is "refreshing," and I couldn't agree more. This song is so chill and I might even say relaxing to listen to. It gave other members that don't usually get the spotlight a chance to shine, like Sana and Tzuyu (you should see their live performance if you really enjoyed Tzuyu's line in the chorus). But I see other people not liking this song because of that that reason since there were no high notes, like Nayeon or Jihyo not having the common adlibs.

[@ad226200]

The people complaining should try to reach those ridiculous JYP highnotes

[@kevinsgametime]

@@ad226200 I love wqna in the MV I also don't think JYP has any problems with the production of the song

[@Argj1226]

Unpopular opinion but I hated the high adlibs on I can’t stop me, they seem so out of place and forced. Now this song tho! All the “high notes” or note stretches are placed properly and actually compliments the song better. Tbh I didn’t like this at first cause it’s so different but now I played it so many times and it’s so refreshing!

[@IlkkaPrusi]

@@Argj1226 I Can't stop me is very 80's style song so it all fits that style perfectly. If you expect one style and find another style entirely things will feel out of place before getting used to it no mattet what. Keeping open mind helps when there's group with different styles and concepts

[@Argj1226]

@@IlkkaPrusi i get the 80’s style but the Nayeon high note on the chorus should’ve come on the second time she sang the chorus. But I’m not a music director or anything so what do I know. I can’t stop me is good but that first high note doesn’t feel organic to the song. Still a bop tho

[@JeyDub08]

TWICE's B-Sides are just getting better and better. First Time is just *Chef's kiss*

[@fridatheartist6900]

It’s my favourite from the album!

[@marbesa22]

yess its my fav bside

[@josephbagert7501]

Scandal and BBL are my favs!

[@jihyosaidbtspavedthewaybit9576]

First Time and Baby Blue Love! So good, matter fact the whole album is a bop

[@dongbinkim9279]

First time and scandal

[@autumneagle]

This song didn't blow my socks off on first listen, it was just pleasant to my ears. After second listen I was hooked and now I can't get it out of my mind. Haven't had a song do that to me since Likey

[@billy6678]

Yea I’ve noticed that pattern for Twice songs and Itzy songs and strangely I’ve never felt it. I’ve always just liked it on the first listen. I usually have to listen to a song by Loona multiple times to like it though. I wonder why.

[@autumneagle]

@@billy6678 it is strange how our brains work that way

[@maryhollyshimmerdepedro2654]

I agree . I always have that thing that i don't like the song on my first listen especially from twice and itzy but on the second time i listen to it, it wont come off my head

[@amberassing]

Dahyun mentioned in a recent interview that AF is a mix of bossa nova and hip hop! It’s pretty cool JYP decided to use this genre for their title track

[@juicce1546]

Where did she said that?

[@jrylei]

@@juicce1546 kzbin.info/www/bejne/bKOWYqd9hdB8pck

[@snoww991]

When I listened to Eyes Wide Open I really thought to myself "how can they top this?" They answered that through this album. It's so refreshing, it's a new sound from them and they absolutely killed it!

[@calonsiprem3473]

They're grow up

[@caratfearnot7565]

That album hold a special place in my heart I hope they perform all the songs from eyes wide open in their concert

[@mq6845]

True

[@timone15]

Jeongyeon actually said that the first time u listen to Alcohol free you might not think much of it, but as u listen to it more the song grows on u.

[@gahyunlee325]

I am totally agreed with her. It stuck with me since the 4th listen.

[@Ken-zf5cm]

Yesss definitely im addicted to it rn

[@birchlawpa]

My response exactly.

[@rositafresita8733]

I didnt like it at first and now it is a song I put on repeat when I am driving lol

[@eirinaaaki]

This whole mini album is just *chef's kiss*, there's literally no skip! love it!💕

[@khezz1857]

I just wish that they released the english version of CFM, not just in cd.

[@fruitpuff9388]

And the members wrote all the b-sides!

[@itsiraa]

First time and baby blue love are my favs

[@khezz1857]

Mine is SOS, or maybe its the song that is really easy to absorb, if that is the right term. But yeah, im still trying to dig in to other songs

[@itsiraa]

@@khezz1857 being a Once is like embracing happiness

[@bluepersona7916]

Props to JYP and TWICE on choosing this path than playing safe. We have been hearing the same EDM and I never expect that we're gonna hear something unique from TWICE this time. The Bossa Nova mixed with a bit of hip hop and Latin Summer Vibes is a great choice.

[@keisukebaji2156]

PD doesn't recognized chaeyoung with the BRIGHT PINK HAIR LOL

[@Lagrande_de.Indonesia]

that why he PD talk more about the music not the visuals.. if that me, I'm recognized that, Chaeyoung pink hair lmao

[@evilwelshman]

*PD:* Did Chaeyoung not get a close-up until her rap part? *Me:* How did you miss the floating lady with the *_BUBBLEGUM PINK_* hair?!! 😂😂

[@lily1970]

LMAO

[@holyjtrinity4319]

Very true lol

[@Argj1226]

To be fair the first time they showed Chaeyoung was so abrupt probably not even 10 seconds and it was kinda distracting cause it’s with that weird transition he was talking about.

[@birchlawpa]

She did an outstanding job vocally this release. I'm well aware she's had singing lines before, but I was pleasantly surprised not only by her vocal performance but that the company entrusted her with these lines.

[@minnieinnie317]

We barely get any chill type summer songs like this and I'm so happy that TWICE was able to show their versatility through this comeback.

[@ritodecorazonesangrando]

Even now Twice are still being hated because of how they continue to not give what people want, something other groups wouldn't even think about, since music was created to cater not only the fans but the general public, and I really admire them for it. This song is completely unexpected and if we were to go back to 2017 and if you were to tell me they would release something like Alcohol Free now I would never believe you. Their journey is truly admirable, if you look at their summer related comebacks; from the legendary Dance The Night Away, More & More and now Alcohol Free, they are nothing alike, and you can see how much they have evolved, they have really taken the whole summer concept and really turned it around, always giving something new and never going back, they're bringing a song that maybe for other companies and groups is completely off the table. I'm glad that they've become these fearless artists and how much they've grown. I'm so proud of them.

[@user-on8du3mn9x]

It's sad how people are always so hard on twice and don't have the same energy for anyone else

[@ht9851]

@@user-on8du3mn9x It comes down to them being jealous that TWICE can innovate and succeed, whereas their groups can't deviate from their normal type of music without fear of failure. TWICE is on their own level and no group can match them. They are the most humble human beings with kind hearts and work so hard to be their best for themselves and their fans. Anyone who has a bad word to say about them lives a sad life. Why wouldn't you want the happiness they bring into your life?...lol. They are after all Korea's National Girl Group and Asia's #1 Girl Group, soon to be the Worlds' #1 Girl Group. TWICE fighting!!!!

[@euigeonqram8122]

The thing is with Twice....they don’t need to prove themselves anymore. They have plastered their name already they are the top girl group in kpop now, and pretty cool they released this kind of genre like i think theyre the first one to use this kind of genre...they still slay it.

[@ritodecorazonesangrando]

@@euigeonqram8122 Exactly! I'm so proud of them because imagine giving up on all that Twice has given up, and how scary it must've been for them to turn their whole overall vibe around.. Their imppact in the industry is still intact after so many years, even if people try to deny it. People have been begging for them to release another version of their biggest hits, but they're not going back, because they've grown so much already. They've sacrificed so much and look at how they're turning the world upside down! They're incredible. I'm so proud to be their fan.

[@euigeonqram8122]

@@ritodecorazonesangrando The momentum of Twice’s success is still going on theyve been growing and growing and growing. They are just getting started, them slowly promoting in the west is a step up already and it shows the impact already like have you seen the accomplishments of this era? It just kept improving in the west slowly but surely. In a way they couldve started promoting in the west years ago but they didnt. I just love how TWICE doesn’t cater west taste. They’re just being themselves. TWICE will be still be TWICE

[@kathleen685]

I'm so happy that Tzuyu is getting all this recognition for her talents and hard work! As her fan since SIXTEEN era, she is always one of the most underrated member..

[@nanaono4390]

I am not a ONCE and I don't usually like summer song. But when I first listen to this song. It really feel like I have found the theme song of my life.

[@lesipapo7876]

good for you bud!

[@Choewryy]

jihyo's "rose freckles" felt like that usual red-ish tone people get when they're drinking so maybe that's what they were going for

[@ginoiminoi]

oohh that’s so smart

[@ILoveNayeonSo]

Agree, I think they were going for the rosy cheeks look given the rose petals on her cheeks.

[@kenken-tk5nr]

NAYEON OWN THAT HIP MOVE. PERIOD

[@ktlshot]

EXACTLY, SHES TRYING TO KILL US

[@loonagakure9845]

she's just doing that for fun and then here we are getting a heart attack ❤️

[@stelrex7293]

@@loonagakure9845 She also slayed that hip movement in ICSM.

[@abiss201]

Yesss

[@birchlawpa]

I think Sana is giving her some competition.

[@kenjiken153]

I firmly believe this is Tzuyu's era. She got more chorus lines this time not only on the title track but also the b-sides they are the catchy parts too.

[@BigV24]

she has looked so confident on the comeback stages as well. so happy for our maknae.

[@whatreallymatters571]

A lot of the members who don't usually get a lot of parts on the title tracks for a lot do parts I their b sides. The b sides were pretty much her, Dayhun, Mina, Momo. It's like it was split up and all of the members got to shine on either A side or B. I think usually the Era is based on the title track and though she sounded really good, Nayeon was way too impressive with her dancing and her singing.

[@chloefarrah8598]

for me it was tzuyu and jihyo era. they absolutely shined!!

[@johnjoshuasalvador1533]

To answer pd's last question in the outro - i believe this is jyp's answer to knetz' unhinged "controversies" from their past 2 comebacks - vocals. You mentioned it yourself how the simple beat highlighted their vocals more and I think that's exactly how they envisioned the track to translate, and fortunately the reception is good! Korean comments on their live stages are full of praise so I guess they succeeded. But also more than that, I feel the entire album's their next step to being a full fledged critically acclaimed group considering how good the critics/ratings were for eyes wide open - it's also their most cohesive body of work imo. Basically this i their best album and i know onces collectively agree on this too

[@vanhminglianitochhawng3209]

Im so glad knetz are finally praising them again

[@rosymoon8144]

this album is dripping gold

[@juicce1546]

Well i agree with you that Eyes Wide Open is still their best album tho I want to be bias to Taste of Love because I want to promote somehow and to hype it but fairly speaking Eyes Wide Open is the best 😊

[@koalahammie3029]

It's the album you have to have if you are a Once in my opinion

[@ANDSTONE100]

It's a shame their vocals are just mediocre though, no offence.

[@bnt8999]

I think they said the mv was shot in Jeju island, looks gorgeous!

[@ananyanayak1391]

They did

[@readyplayerone1583]

I think they rent whole resort for this.

[@ananyanayak1391]

@@readyplayerone1583 they did

[@jonathanmarsh8119]

Twice's music is sometimes a bit weird. Often on the first listen I am thinking "nah, I don't really like this", but then after a couple listens the songs go on my repeat forever list.

[@FatalAvarice]

I Can't Stop Me was definitely like that for me!

[@myoji-shizuka]

Yeah Twice are different from others kpop idol they are Queen

[@birchlawpa]

Mehh was my first reaction. However, after listening to the song 4 or 5 more times, I really love it. I think in the future we'll look back and mark this as a milestone in Twice's evolution. Now if we can just get more lines for Mina and more rap from Momo, I'll be really happy.

[@rmivisuallab266]

@@birchlawpa For me its more of the dance/video cuts for first few parts. It seemed at least as fast paced as their older videos, not suiting the vibe of the song. After a few more viewings, i got used to it but still feel like they could relax a bit more with the cuts (Probably harder to do because they have to ensure enough airtime for all the members)

[@sasan9056]

Fancy make me feel like that before.. i just think when the first time hearing it " this is really not my taste of song" and now i even dancing whenever i hear that song

[@hanriguez]

as a fan, just proud of their evolution and growth as artists...it's a very nice change from heavy edm kpop trend that seems at the end of it's life span...

[@ad226200]

Has there been a heavy EDM trend recently? Seems like the most recent one was 80's inspired.

[@NailujG]

@@ad226200 True. Either way, I love edm so I hope the edm trend doesn't end🤤

[@alessaxreacts9935]

Recently Everglow had a song called First which is edm, Mafia in the Morning

[@ad226200]

@@alessaxreacts9935 Those are both rap/trap, no? EDM is like Bon Bon Chocolat/Adios/Dun Dun or More & More.

[@alessaxreacts9935]

But there was EDM in First as it incorporated both trap beats and edm.

[@isabnf]

This song is so much Brazil! I am brazillian, it really sound like Samba, Bossa Nova....

[@kkrowling5683]

dahyun said that it's kinda Bossa Nova

[@kaiquew7312]

Nayeon literally said that this song has Bossa Nova style

[@addevale]

this is bossa nova, yet KPOP. only TWICE can pull that off. TWICE doesn't follow the trend, they are the trend

[@questionableexistence506]

Preach it

[@codename-pi]

There are previous Kpop songs with bossa nova in it like IU's Obliviate and Elris's You and I, but I do think Twice is so far the only popular group that use it as their title. oh and i found this vid that compiled some bossa nova in kpop, for people that wanna hear more tracks with similar genre kzbin.info/www/bejne/l3LCioeof611aaM

[@blush3790]

@@codename-pi don’t forget Red Velvet’s “LP” from their Zimzalabim cb!

[@codename-pi]

@@blush3790 OMG YESSS, im a fake reveluv😭😭 how could i forgot the song from the group i stan

[@icantgowonwithoutchuucanyo8168]

actually G I-DLE is the trend 🙃

[@Reymuru_sama]

The fact that PD recognize Jeju island just from looking at its sea😲😲

[@weronika01212]

I'm not Korean, but as far as I know, Jeju island is the go to, when Koreans want to have a seaside getaway, since it has the most beautiful beaches and is the southest point as well, so the weather is really nice. Whenever you see beaches in a kpop video it's a safe bet to think it was filmed on Jeju haha, also Itzy's Not Shy was shot there, so you can even get desert vibes on the island too.

[@Reymuru_sama]

@@weronika01212 but it's still shocked me tho😂😂

[@archangel357]

It's Jungmun Beach. It's like showing Malibu or Venice beach to Americans. I've spent 10 summers there myself.

[@rielezin7171]

JYP DID IT AGAIN. THIS SONG IS MY FAVOURITE EVEN THOUGH IT'S MINIMAL. NO MATTER HOW MUCH YOU HATE HIM, HE KNOWS HIW TO WRITE GOOD SONGS FOR TWICE.

[@anewgene0901]

signal, what is love?, feel special, and this. all VERY different songs but are straight up masterpieces. the man simply doesn't miss

[@bertjamsolina2663]

PD: Where's Chaeyoung? *watches for a second time* PD: Oh there's Chaeyoung!

[@simpayshenaides]

Love twice but tired of their format distribution. U know dahyun and chaeyoung gonna be in rap, An you know Nayeon and Jihyos gonna be chorus.

[@kyumi__]

@@simpayshenaides Well most of the time in every group, rappers rap and main/lead vocalists sing the chorus

[@eujinkang5526]

@@simpayshenaides why would a non rapper rap LOL

[@simpayshenaides]

@@kyumi__ I was saying they can maintain their position but the format of the distribution is the same , they could position rap on the start they could stop positioning nayeon and mina in the first lyrics everytime

[@simpayshenaides]

@@eujinkang5526 format distribution not their position, do you know how to read?

[@shanmyoui2469]

TWICE members seemed to very happy pulling off this Bossa Nova, Samba, Hiphop genre. It’s a new refreshing concept. Momo said she liked it the first time she heard it from JYP.

[@isaaccastro4846]

I love how it sounds like actual caribean music, not "not latin inspired" or "latin flavor". Personally i love how the sounds go full for the vibe instead of just sprinkling on top and they all look stuning on these dresses, way better than their previous summer releases

[@kiwiluv1684]

Because the genre is bossa nova

[@fransheskaperdomor9273]

Im from the carribean sound more latin inspired the bass line main sound bossa nova sound feom Brazil south american country

[@isaaccastro4846]

@@kiwiluv1684 hmnn latin music has a common origin, the african sounds got owned by cuba and then spread out to the entire latin america region and miami. If you listen something like cubafonia you will find a looot of similarities with this and bossa nova

[@isaaccastro4846]

@@fransheskaperdomor9273 true that, maybe the composer wanted something ambiguous but stll latino

[@-EchoesIntoEternity-]

@@isaaccastro4846 so you mean it actually sounds inspired and flavored 😏the exact opposite of what you originally said 😂

[@rsalskov]

I give JYP a lot of praise for having the courage to present this simple, happy, tropical song which is counter the trend to more bad-ass, girl crush and heavy concepts. Right now is the time we need a little happiness and celebration. The pandemic is receding and maybe we can have some live concerts this summer. Oh, and did anyone mention how BEAUTIFUL and COLORFUL this is?? Cheers to TWICE!

[@alessaxreacts9935]

I enjoyed this comeback as it was nice break from the loud upbeat and anthems songs as it was refreshing to watch. The girls have a mature side and the mv was beautiful and aesthetically pleasing as it fit the summer vibe

[@drew1944]

As a guy who loves music and enjoys different genre of music, can't imagine that we will get a bossa nova in kpop but here we are and I'm loving it😍

[@autumnie0312]

yeees its so fresh, btw if you are interested there's a yt channel called kpop stuffs that made a video about bossa nova songs in kpop 😊

[@kaiquew7312]

Yas I love that a Korean group is trying a Brazilian style 💕💗

[@aqua2660]

Bossa Nova is really present in k hip hop tough

[@FlorenciaInesIgnacio]

I was wondering if it was Bossa Nova, I wasn't sure

[@drew1944]

@@aqua2660 k hiphop and kpop are different

[@irisb6282]

i saw a good amount of people who didn’t vibe with this song bc the chorus sounded to “empty” or that something was missing. i personally think it was good. it’s just a chill smooth song to relax to & obviously a big summer song to vibe to!

[@sanjeethmahendrakar]

Lol people are so used to high intensity summer k-pop songs that a chill song feels empty to them

[@rubyjaneluvbot]

yes!! I really like this song.

[@birchlawpa]

I like it, but I still think musically it's kind of empty.

[@helenavasic9989]

Agree I think you have to be in the right mood for it. At first I didn’t like it now I love it! But if I listen to it wanting a high energy song you’ll be disappointed. I can’t wait to play this song when I’m chilling outside watching the sunset or something.

[@iridiaobs]

This song has a heavy influence of brazilian music genders such as bossa nova and samba, kinda like "girl from ipanema" vibe which feels so fresh and i absolutely love it!!

[@strngenchantedgirl]

I never really noticed Tzuyu’s voice until Cry for Me. I think it’s because she has a deeper voice and they usually don’t let Twice sing in a lower key. So hearing her beautiful deep voice now is so refreshing.

[@kevinkahomusic]

‘addictive’ is the word i’d use to describe this song / just wanna listen to it more and more again

[@ajtips3365]

TWICE IS THE STANDARD that's it period

[@ice925]

i highly recommend this whole mini album for you to listen to. it has no skip (LIKE LEGIT, IT DOESN'T HAVE ANY SKIPS) and even the lyrics of cry for me english version are good!

[@stefanoraz27]

i haven't check it, i doubt it i'm afraid usually i'm not into summer songs

[@ice925]

@@stefanoraz27 i personally didn't get that much summer vibe from the bsides except for one which is called first time but rather for most of the tracks, it brought me michael jackson's vibes especially that every songs were bass heavy. there's two songs though that reminded me of disco or retro music but that's just me! the thing that stuck out to me the most in the tracks is definitely the bass, i may be wrong but i think they used a lot of bass guitar! it's very funky and i personally like it ^^

[@stelrex7293]

@@ice925 Yeah the b-sides seemed very different from 'Alcohol-Free' in terms of concept. But it doesn't matter anyways as they all are bops and a must listen as all the members themselves contributed to the lyrics.

[@rubyjaneluvbot]

@@stefanoraz27 if you like funky or retro kinda song then you would like it ^^

[@lucasolivdantas]

tzuyu is growing up PD! she's getting more and more glamourous!!

[@claraw6698]

I really like that this song is a bit more chill in a way? Usually their title tracks get me really pumped but alcohol free makes me feel more relaxed

[@Ana-sc4ve]

Bossa nova is a Brazilian rhythm, it's something that our culture likes a lot and is proud of it, it's a calmer rhythm, the vocals are also calmer in bossa nova. I didn't fall in love with this comeback, I need to be honest, but I admire them for trying a different sound.

[@kaiquew7312]

Yas! Queens need to come to Brazil ❤❤

[@daniellebrito9077]

Eu tb achei insosso as primeiras vezes , mas agora eu adorei!

[@Winnangh]

I really appreciate the MV of this one. It's the first Twice MV in a while without awkward CGI.

[@rinrinau]

the first time i listened to it, it was refreshing and nice but that was all, i just thought it was good but nothing special. but by the second and third listens i was completely obsessed. it's such a new way to make a summer song, and honestly i love it so much

[@leehannuel]

the mini album is so great, they took a whole new direction in terms of everything really! i love the bossa nova sound they went for and also in terms of the bsides too, they are so wonderful! written by the members as well, dahyuns lyricism is so genius to me! also this album, majority of it is sort of in english along with a full english version of cry for me, so i'm super proud of their efforts there. twice never fails to amaze me! now they get to show this different side of them to the world ^^

[@risiellesantos482]

me as a brazilian loved the song at first listen, bossa nova rules

[@cassyt6446]

I love this comeback!! Also the whole album have a bunch of bops!!! Also tzuyu did an amazing job!

[@equinox3585]

This is probably the TWICE title track that really fit their voices well aside from Momo (which I don't understand why they make her sing that way), and while it didn't have a really catchy part (like Shy Shy Shy or Fancy You), the whole song will just be stuck on you.

[@fransheskaperdomor9273]

Signal fit their voice too

[@pinkiepiereincarnate2291]

@@fransheskaperdomor9273 you are absolutely right

[@chrissy8830]

I agree. I feel like they could have had someone else sing Momo’s part and given her some rapping

[@urieommarang]

I agree

[@stelrex7293]

@@chrissy8830 I think that Chaeyoung is a better singer than Momo. But you also can't entirely put her in vocals as she is the main rapper. But Momo should do some rapping instead of singing and let Chaeyoung handle some of the singing part.

[@jotrai]

nothing is wrong at all with edm but it's what makes up the majority of the k-pop music industry today, so to see such a refreshing, good-vibes, chill song is a breath of fresh air. it's perfectly fitting for this summer.

[@dimasta_chas]

The way PD called MORE&MORE just *MORE* lmao

[@fightthisfreeze]

"not like twice is the gatekeeper of summer" no but i think they kind of are LMAO

[@autumnmcdonough6032]

i don’t think i’ve ever heard bossa nova in any mainstream pop or kpop, so i was super happy with this song!

[@onceatiny5738]

10/10 !! This song is like an oasis in the kpop world.

[@premere4028]

ngl, the thumbnail is one of the most prettiest thumbnail i've ever seen. EVER. (yes most prettiest, that's how pretty it is lol)

[@tuaiz2285]

Fr!!

[@happyfoal2851]

Lmao, that burp scared the shit out of me

[@formoftherapy]

I truly apologize

[@lnarenkumar2327]

@@formoftherapy no worries PD😁👍

[@happyfoal2851]

@@formoftherapy No worries, it gave me a good laugh afterwards

[@rsarin18]

I love how they're not afraid to go against trends and try something unique

[@myoji-shizuka]

Yeah but this song is BOP for me

[@tzuyusboyfriend3310]

PD: "Tzuyu's line is my favorite part of the chorus. I love (Tzuyu's) line. I LOOOVE the vocal melody!" Me: Oh, you noticed that, too, huh? You got great taste! .

[@nguyengirl7684]

I think alot of companies are hesitant to release chill songs as leading tracks. But with twice because of their established fanbase, they can take the creative liberties to do something like this. Some people said this was underwhelming, but I think it's refreshing. It's easy to listen to and it just suits summer so well.

[@chibbii1382]

I love alcohol free at first listen but at the second time I'm literally addicted! It's bossa nova inspired from Brazil their setup for 1st chorus

[@Zunho98]

I really just love how simple the music is. The vocals are insane this era! Tzuyu has been amazing!

[@zheke_music]

*the song grows on me everytime i listen to it, i dunno maybe i'm a little bias since i worship TWICE so much* 😂

[@kulsoomshaikh3950]

The one with missing screentime is Jeongyeon not Chae 😭😭😭

[@rielezin7171]

10/10. I like the chill vibes. It's easy on my ears and feel light in this summer. Sana's champagne part is my fav and really addictive

[@GUAGA0612]

FYI rumour has it that Fromis_9’s We Go was one of their title track options for this comeback, the song was produced by Lee woomin(collapsedone) who’s a JYP in-house producer also the co-producer of What is Love. We Go would also make an amazing title track for TWICE but Alcohol Free is much more refreshing in terms of delivery.

[@sr_echo]

Fromis’ We Go and twice’s AF were set well for each group imo Twice needed a step away from the harder-hitting title tracks, where fromis def benefitted from we go’s concept and sound following up feel good

[@melissamartinez599]

That transition with Jihyo that you were talking about was giving me 90’s-early 2000’s music vibes!! So I actually liked it :)

[@gooddayhi0193]

Me too

[@wcnpil]

same i loved it !

[@mardalepalmero5969]

AT LASTTT THE ONLY VALID REACTION AMONG ALL REACTORS

[@luna-ro6gl]

No PD you were right, i noticed something awkward at the transition between Chaeyoung and Jihyo but i just don't know how to explain it. You just put it into word! 😂😂

[@sizzleyuna9922]

if anyone can ace a chill summer bop it would be twice! because they have such a large following i feel like they can take more risks with songs like this that are less intense for their title track

[@whisky3k]

Yeah, I think it does take a popular, well-established "senior" group like Twice to pull off this concept. They have greater leeway to take risks and experiment, whereas newer, less-established groups would stick to more tried-and-true genres to avoid offending people. Kudos to JYPE for willing to take risks.

[@marypark2988]

100/10 cant stop listening to this song absolutely love it

[@amanda-du8uj]

Ayeee always love your opinion on all your reviews. it makes me realize how amazing and meaningful music is actually is! Keep doing what your doing. I’m pretty sure you’ve changed so many peoples views on music.

[@madhatter9424]

It's also cute that Chaeyoung, and the sisters Chaeryeong, and Chaeyeon are friends in real life too. :)

[@dannyk2723]

I burst out laughing when I heard the burp😭😭😭😭 Twice rented out an entire resort on Jeju Island for this video. Jeongyeon said the song is meh on the first listen. She said you must listen to it 3 times to like it🤣

[@dannyk2723]

Also, they said the genre bossa nova. Momo said that the dance may not look so bad but it's pretty tiring for them. Their stage yesterday was amazing and their live vocals were insane.

[@fromthestockroom715]

PD and his Form of Therapy is the only KPOP song review video that i watch in YT. Very objective and holistic in the analysis.

[@twicetadka9363]

Jeongyeon already said like first time you would be like ehh? And just when you think this is not good you will like it more🥰🥰

[@kurtandreihayag2770]

PD I THINK THEIR CONCEPT WAS JUST REALLY LIKE THAT AND IT IS A BOSSA NOVA INSPIRED SONG THAT IS A BRAZILIAN GENRE IF I'M NOT MISTAKEN HEHE ALWAYS LOVE HOW HONEST YOU ARE WITH YOUR REACTIONS! GOD BLESS YOU!

[@kaiquew7312]

Yeah, as a brazilian I'm so happy 😭😭😭😭 like queeeeens come to Brazilll 🙏🙏

[@renren2494]

12:40 nayeon also said after the teaser release her next part is catchy which is Tzuyu's part and after that SaMo for alcohol drink lyrics that's very chill and catchy 💖.

[@cmbc6537]

This is my favorite twice comeback. The sound, vocal, the instrumental are on point. I love this song, its so relaxing and chilling. This is the song that you can repeat and repeat without getting tired of it. Its so pleasant in ears. ♥️

[@jeremywest5677]

I like this concept. This song has become my favorite summer song in 2021, and my favorite b-side song in this album are scandal and SOS.

[@dweind9508]

When I listen to the whole album it makes me think that JYP has "indoor" on mind something that you could vibe to in your own room or car. Not surprising as with our current situation a lot of us cant enjoy summer outside.

[@iwannaknowknowknowknow3574]

omggg, that's exactly what twice explained with the vibe of A-F and the whole album. They want to serve their new songs as somewhat vacation bc of our current situation. They give us the vacation we couldn't have.

[@DasVERMiT]

1:44 - "Where'd they shoot this?" Those outdoor scenes with the umbrellas were shot at *The Cliff Cafe & Pub* on the south side of Jeju Island back in April.

[@kungkungx3]

this is the summer lounge/bar music that i LOVE. THE MINI ALBUM IS ABSOLUTELY KILLING. the first time i had zero skips at all in their albums. and i love this chill vibeeeee.

[@sailor_sam3419]

it’s trueeee it gets better the more you listen to it. super refreshing and easy to listen to - i really love it

[@Cmonmanny]

Perfect timing. I just woke up with the craziest hangover 🥴😂😂😂.

[@erutaron3527]

“I’m high, not because I smoked anything, but because this video is that good” that’s a quote we need to keep around

[@j_iiiii]

it’s true to some when jeongyeon said that the title song won’t be that much of a good song when you first hear it, but it gets more addicting when you listen to it over and over again

[@aboutlovejinyoung9592]

personally, i didnt really like eyes wide open so i wasnt expecting anything from this comeback ... but its definitely refreshing and up there with my favourite comebacks - being what is love? and dance the night away !! this song is bossa nova ,, and it sounds so good ! the ep is good as well , sos and baby blue love being my favs >_< stan twice ! although i might not be very into their new comebacks , but im so proud and glad theyre doing something new with each comeback !

[@Argj1226]

Finally someone that also didn’t like eyes wide open as much!!

[@ubiquitous_star584]

@@MonsterGirlyaoi It makes sense since dance the night away is a perfect bridge between their two concepts. It’s more fun and upbeat than cute but isn’t as ‘heavy’ as their more recent comebacks.

[@wcnpil]

@@Argj1226 yeah i didnt rlly like eyes wide open too LOL i love handle it and up no more but the rest just depends on my mood

[@MaluSilva-yx8nl]

oh same.. I mean I like some songs from Eyes Wide Open, specially I Can't Stop Me, but I think the previous mini-albums (More&More and Feel Special) were more memorable to me idk...

[@dn_p1114]

“Tzuyu’s set was insane “🥺

[@owassee7285]

J.Y. produced, composed, and taught each one of the parts to the members, and since he made the song i’m guessing it was planned from the start!

[@coleslaw0311]

Lol. I get to the middle of this video just before PD plays the MV for the second time and then an ad of Alcohol-free by Twice comes on. So there I sit, watching the entire MV again in ad version. I wish all adverts were this entertaining.

[@Alexo_]

Twice has had a lot of awesome comebacks and this one is easily my favorite so far, 10/10! The Bossa nova vibe is fantastic ☀

[@kerbymaliwat8555]

literally the only youtuber i trust when it comes to reaction videos

[@bin.nabi97]

I don't know what drug they put in this song, but now I can't stop listening to it

[@ginsengjin]

I love summer bops like this. This reminds me of SNSD party especially with the alcohol lyrics. The music video style and fashion-wise this is similar to Twice More and More which was also a summer bop.

[@lastgreg8488]

I had sort of dabbled into Twice with Fancy, but wasn't really hooked yet. This song and album got me hooked now, everything is so catchy and summery.

[@ApricotMint]

Yay! They have soo many great Songs and albums

[@lastgreg8488]

@@ApricotMint I'm going to definitely give them a deeper dive now. Baby Blue Love might be a top 5 favorite of any kpop song for me

[@carolrocha6455]

The architecture's definitely not Rio, but the song contains samba and bossa nova genre in it so that's why we associate with Brazil. Those houses really look like some latin neighborhoods tho

[@FRed-mt6xk]

Agreed. Didnt like it at first. But after a few listens... yeah it be hitting different and is actually quite a bop

[@Y0o0o0o0o0o0o0o0o0ow]

The ambiguous architecture you were talking about at 14:30 is the same set they used for I Can't Stop Me. They renovated the train station. That's why it looked odd with the "Rio" houses in the backdrop.

[@londonhughes5986]

I love that the choreo has references to shaking drinks to make them.