Bae Ha-young was rummaging through the community.
“Jackpot…! Isn’t this view count insane? It’s been ages since Seven!”
The outdoor stage at the water park recorded a view count that skyrocketed as expected.
This was undoubtedly the hot trend of the week.
[Is the outdoor stage back? Debonaire’s unprecedented performance!]
In fact, this view count and general situation weren’t just due to the comeback of outdoor music broadcasts after five years.
There were multiple factors at play.
First off, the refreshing choreography that seemed to be designed specifically for the water park, whether it was by the beach or over shallow water.
[Debonair – New Vibes @ Trendy Songs 20250601] – 5.01 million views
—No way Debonaire is dancing in front while someone in the back is just chillin’ in the water, totally stealing the spotlight, lol
—Debonaire and a swimming pool… I could die happy now
—These visuals are on a whole different level from regular stages…
—I can’t help but smile
—The splashes are just so refreshing, I’m feeling young again^^
—Do-hee is bleeding on her knees ㅠ She’s really going for it
Even when comparing to outdoor stages from 15 years ago, the Y2K vibes in the music video outfits were totally intact.
[Collection of Legendary Outdoor Stage Girl Groups]
—Wow, this is pure nostalgia
—I’ve actually seen all of this live, lol
—Watching Debonaire’s stage today really lifted my spirits, it totally brings back that vibe
Yet, the elegance in fashion and the sense of song makes them stand out effortlessly.
[Music Broadcast Girl Groups with the Highest Ratings.mp4]
—I saw this in the dorm, and the reaction was amazing
—But seriously, I get why Debonaire is so successful
└Honestly, Do-hee is just the definition of classy, the concept can be cheesy, but she’s the undisputed top idol
Above all, the members’ rap lyrics were also spreading widely and showing signs of becoming a trend.
[Hongdae Gallery]
[Debonaire surprisingly good at rapping… (not kidding)]
When I heard it was self-made rap, I thought it was just a publicity stunt, but honestly, it’s the first I’ve seen since Coral Blue and Seven Jeon Ha-rang that really has a vibe.
—For real, I thought it was a girl group gimmick but it’s actually good
—Chiyo definitely delivers, though her Korean pronunciation was kinda rough when singing
└What about Do-hee?
└The lyrics for the self-made rap were good, but her rapping is very JO style, doesn’t that show in Do-hee’s flow?
└So, it’s not good then?
└You’re basically dead now, just admit it, lol
└Where do you live, writer?
└Please check your messages^^
Of course, the pre-release song Sweet Demon being a mega hit was the biggest factor.
“Mmm, of course. It’s all thanks to our Do-hee.”
Still, it’s undeniable that this new song is equally impressive and hard to compare.
It was an undeniable fact that it was so good it was hard to hide.
[Sweet Demon VS New Vibes, which one do you like?]
The preference poll in the community was almost split 50-50.
“No, Jung So-hyun really picks great songs. This person.”
One of the few trustworthy staff members at Topist.
But Bae Ha-young had a crush.
Do-hee’s self-composed song, “Sweet Demon,” is undeniably the best!
Not that Do-hee forced her bias throughout the communication app.
[The Genius Producer Do-hee: Ah~ Is this the Debonaire song? I’ve heard it too!]
[The Genius Producer Do-hee: Personally, I liked Sweet Demon a bit more.]
[The Genius Producer Do-hee: Something about… Sweet Demon feels like more effort went into it? I bet the composer worked really hard!]
[The Genius Producer Do-hee: Yup! Just feels like that as a listener. You know? My ears are amazing!]
[The Genius Producer Do-hee: You want me to change my nickname and say that?]
[Do-hee: Yes, I’m going to have dinner now.]
“So cute, really.”
Currently, Bae Ha-young’s speaker was playing a new song.
“Hmm, streaming is something you just have to do.”
They had to make it to number one on the music show.
“Actually, rapper Do-hee can’t really resist…”
Considering Do-hee participated in writing the rap.
You could say this is also a song produced by Do-hee, right?
Anyway.
Both the debut and comeback, each with double title tracks, were mega hits.
In this festive atmosphere, Bae Ha-young was naturally sensing some signs.
Yes, it felt just like that moment.
Seven was about to hit the top in the country.
That vibe from when they were sweeping up awards.
And in fact, it was Lee Sang then.
“Back then, there was quite a bit of rivalry and criticism…”
They weren’t even giving anything to criticize.
*
─Who will be the winner of the trending song for the third week of June? Show us the results.
─Congratulations to Debonaire for ‘New Vibes’~
Activities that ended today.
Returning to the waiting room with the trophy.
A few weeks later, I was facing the Director and the producers, including Joo Seung-bin, for a special stage to commemorate my decision to step down as MC.
“Yes, I’ve arranged to practice with Seung-bin senior next Wednesday.”
“Okay, let’s work hard for the last stage!”
Used honorifics since it was a gathering with the Manager and other related parties.
“When will it be…”
“Whenever you’re comfortable, I’ll be at the office that day.”
“Oh, then I’ll contact you through the Manager before I go.”
“Yes, thank you for your hard work.”
Now, I just had to leave quickly.
But as I stood up, feeling a bit nostalgic thinking that in just a few weeks, the wallpaper in this waiting room would be a thing of the past.
“Director, I’m sad.”
“Why?”
“I won’t be able to give and receive the trophy anymore. That was my little joy…”
People snickered around me.
On the contrary, the guy across from me, who could have laughed too, wore a nonchalant gaze as if to say, ‘What’s with the face?’
─ So annoying.
Deep down, I was just relieved that Joo Seung-bin was the person I had hosted with for a year.
He may be young, but he had a sense of professionalism and didn’t act recklessly.
Well, that’s just luck in having colleagues.
“Well then, I’ll take my leave!”
Back in the debonaire waiting room.
I finally saw my self-composed song being kicked off the charts.
─ Watermelon Top 100
[1st New Vibes / Debonaire] ▲1
[2nd Sweet Demon / Debonaire] ▼1
It was expected.
Pre-release songs gradually get pushed out.
But it was faster than I thought.
‘I didn’t think my masterpiece would be ousted so quickly…’
It seems the outdoor stage I designed for Chiyo Unni made quite an impression.
I hadn’t realized the impact would be this big.
“Ha-ah, my money…”
I was enjoying my royalties so much, but now what’s this!
“Money? Do-hee has plenty.”
Woo-ah Unni, who had hugged me as soon as I returned, raised her eyebrows in confusion.
Unni doesn’t know.
She doesn’t know how expensive the high-end house suited for our Do-ah is.
I don’t want to recklessly take out a loan, and being a minor complicates things.
“I need to earn money quickly to move our Do-ah into a nice house.”
“A house? What kind?”
“Well, it should have a garden with phytoncide scent and a grassy yard, located in a quiet neighborhood of Seoul, with over 100 pyeong on the second floor… like, like… like… my copyright!!”
“Hmm… okay, I got it. Calm down.”
Phew, yeah, calm down.
After all, I will receive some royalties from the lyrics too.
If this works out well, it’s good… right.
“But Do-hee.”
“Yeah?”
“Isn’t it going to be really hard for your mom to clean such a house later?”
“Oh, is that so?”
“It’s probably going to be.”
“Umm…”
That’s true but…
“But that’s not my problem, right?”
“Wow.”
Woo-ah Unni reflexively opened her mouth and started clapping dryly.
— Clap, clap… clap…
“Right? Jackpot.”
“No, I was joking.”
I also don’t plan on making our mother suffer.
“Tsk…”
In the meantime, someone approached while scratching their nerves.
“I’m such an ungrateful daughter, tsk tsk.”
In fact, right now, the cause of all irritation is Kim Chiyo.
“Ha, if only I had helped that unni, I would have earned so much more in royalties. Sorry, Mom… I’m just trying to be filial… It was ruined because of the Dongchimi… Blame the Dongchimi… It went bad because I stored it at room temperature…”
“…? But anyway, I would have been switched to number one in my lab right away. Hehe, see these comments?”
Comments?
I carefully looked at the screen that the unni was presenting.
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— Chiyo, seriously…(omitted)
…
…
—Seriously a genius, Do-hee… you write lyrics well and flow well… I’m really impressed.
— Chiyo…(omitted)
…
—Do-hee definitely learned from J.O, lol. Good diction, great rhythm, and honestly unexpected but sounds good.
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“Hmm, but there are only compliments for me?”
“…? Huh? What’s wrong with your eyes?”
I mean, I could see some other things here and there, but reading was just too much effort.
“More than that, someone was trying to help unni and ended up crawling on the pool floor with bleeding knees. And now, she’s being treated like this…”
At that, Chiyo Unni became solemn, her expression turning gloomy.
“I’m so sorry…”
“No.”
What’s with the seriousness, eh?
Maybe I should change the subject.
“Anyway, it’s not like I’ve only helped out once or twice until now.”
“That’s true…”
“When you think about it, I taught you how to write lyrics. Since you’re not great with English, I helped you with slang words that fit.”
“I really appreciate that…”
“Right? And, oh wait, I even structured the sentences for you.”
“I also appreciate that…”
“No, doesn’t that mean I own the copyright?”
“Still, my share is first in line…”
“…You little…”
“And they say the public and private should be distinct if a group wants to last…”
“Who said that?”
“You did… Last year, when I was too lazy to do the laundry and was lying on the bed, you kept throwing me laundry and underwear…”
“So who said such nice things, then?”
“Yes, it was Do-hee. The public and private should be clear. Each person has their own tasks and shares.”
“Uh-huh, true that. Yep, you taught well.”
You sly old pickled vegetable.
