The remake track evokes nostalgia and appeals to multiple generations.
The group plans to continue its vibrant activities with an upcoming world tour encore.
The girl group fromis_9 has made a notable mark on music charts. Their recently released remake digital single 'White Grief,' which came out on December 2, reached the 8th position on the Melon Top 100 chart as of 9 AM on December 24, showcasing a steady rise in popularity.
Starting at 67th place upon release, 'White Grief' quickly climbed to 24th on December 10 and 14th on December 15, eventually landing within the top 10. This new rendition of the song originally by Kim Min Jong from 2001 evokes nostalgia for the 80s and 90s while embedding the unique style of fromis_9, appealing to multiple generations.
In addition, fromis_9 continues its dynamic activities by participating in various YouTube channels, including their own content 'S.P.R: Studio fromis_9.' They garnered positive reactions on their recent cover of 'Short Skirt' at the '2025 KBS Gayo Daechukje Global Festival.' Furthermore, they are set to hold their world tour encore 'Now Tomorrow.' at the Korea University Hwajeong Gymnasium on January 31 and February 1, 2026.
fromis_9's 'White Grief' plays a significant role in bridging connections across generations within the music industry. By remaking Kim Min Jong's 2001 song, the track modernizes the sentiments of that era, receiving considerable acknowledgment from younger audiences. This approach not only enhances the song's popularity but also fosters a shared experience between the original fans and the new ones.
This article is KOSTAR’s reinterpretation of a story originally reported by TVDaily.
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