KOSTAR

Multilingual Korean Newsroom

NEWS

CORTIS Hits 10 Million Views on 'REDRED' MV… Accelerating Global Popularity

CORTIS Hits 10 Million Views on 'REDRED' MV… Accelerating Global Popularity
CORTIS’s ‘REDRED’ music video surpassed 10 million views in just 12 days.
The track is also achieving positive results on music charts, captivating fans.
They are set to release their mini album ‘GREENGREEN’ on May 4 and showcase live performances.

CORTIS is making waves as they prepare to release their latest album. Their music video for ‘REDRED’ surpassed 10 million views just 12 days after its release on May 3, showcasing an impressive speed compared to their debut album tracks. The visuals, directed collaboratively by the members, feature everyday locations in Korea such as a pork belly restaurant and an arcade.

On TikTok, posts using 'REDRED' as background music have exceeded 720,000, and a performance film emphasizing the choreography has garnered 4.5 million views, creating a stir among fans.

In terms of music performance, ‘REDRED’ entered the Spotify ‘Global Weekly Top Songs’ at 103 and has maintained its position in the ‘Global Daily Top Songs’ for eleven consecutive days. The track has also achieved number one status on Apple Music’s ‘Top 100: South Korea’ and YouTube’s ‘Trending Music’ charts. CORTIS is set to officially release their mini album ‘GREENGREEN’ on May 4, and will hold a release party in Seoul, where they will perform all the tracks live.

‘REDRED’ by CORTIS exemplifies their musical evolution. The track blends traditional K-pop elements with contemporary beats, delivering freshness to audiences, especially with its catchy chorus that has garnered affection from many fans. These components likely contributed to the music video's rapid success in reaching 10 million views.

Furthermore, the music video's setting, which depicts everyday Korean scenery, resonates with more viewers. The members' involvement in the direction showcases their creative vision, strengthening their connection with fans.

Looking ahead, CORTIS’s performance on music charts is expected to improve as their promotional activities continue. Fans are feeling a sense of new musical direction with this mini album, amplifying their anticipation for the upcoming live performances.

This article is KOSTAR’s reinterpretation of a story originally reported by TVDaily.

Photo: Big Hit Music

Source: tvdaily.co.kr