It’s packed with visuals, vocals, and impressive choreography, showcasing everything Seulgi has to offer as an artist.
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Known for her impeccable dance and vocal abilities, Red Velvet’s Seulgi has already established her unparalleled artistry, so it is no surprise that her debut solo album “28 Reasons,” leaves no room for disappointment. Here are four reasons why you should give it a listen and watch her performances.
The strong and stunning visuals
Given her interest in photography and film, the visuals for Seulgi’s debut album were something much anticipated by ReVeluvs and non-fans alike. Her album trailer perfectly encapsulates this as she acts out her own horror and noir scenes that reference many iconic films in these respective genres. Not only does it reveal a new talent of Seulgi’s (acting!), it also hosts the famous whistle that can be heard in her debut title track “28 Reasons.”
Her teaser images leave much to be admired too. She shows off the duality between two fairytale characters: Snow White and The Evil Queen, otherwise known as Grimhilde. Her Snow White concept is eerie and icy, and it evokes the sense that she’s running from something. Meanwhile, her Grimhilde set shows off her darker side, with her watching over the estate the Snow White version of herself has been running through. What’s even better is that these two characters’ names start with the initials of her name, “S” and “G,” showcasing Seulgi’s commitment to the finer details in her album.
The mix of genres throughout the album
Red Velvet is known for their ability to explore and craft their own space in any genre, and Seulgi’s “28 Reasons” is no exception. While the tracks are predominantly R&B, her debut album still mixes the fan-favorite genre with others including disco in the chill yet tantalizing “Anywhere But Home” and pop in the mysterious and confident “Crown.” However, the song that really showcases her genre-mastering abilities is “Los Angeles,” an EDM pop dance song. Seulgi’s vocals hypnotize listeners while the instrumental gains momentum, building that infamous anticipation until the punchy beats begin. It evokes the feeling of excitedly chasing after a dream nonstop while still maintaining that eerie undertone that Red Velvet is known for.
The powerful choreography
Of course, Seulgi’s solo debut wouldn’t be hers if it didn’t have fantastic choreography. Known as the main dancer of Red Velvet, she has skillfully mastered many styles over the years, including hip hop, tutting, and more. “28 Reasons” doesn’t disappoint, and the dance shows off all her charms. It feels powerful and larger than life while still maintaining small tutting details and intricate facial expressions that Seulgi is known for when performing.
Her iconic vocals
Finally, it would be remiss not to mention her iconic vocals on the album. From the sexy growl in “Make your dreams come true” to her adlibs in the last chorus of “28 Reasons” and her melodic and whimsical higher register on the verses and backing vocals of “Bad Boy, Sad Girl,” there are many moments where her voice simply enchants you. However, the song that really stands out in the vocal department is “Dead Man Runnin’.” While the instrumental on its own sounds captivating, her voice is explosive and demands your utmost attention, perfectly encapsulating the aura of a villain. As the lyrics go, “You can run, you can run, but you can’t hide.” But when it’s Seulgi, why would you want to?
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