Be Natural
"Be Natural" | ||||
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Jazz-pop | ||||
Length | 4:41 | |||
Label | SM | |||
Songwriter(s) | Yoo Young-jin | |||
Producer(s) | Yoo Young-jin | |||
S.E.S. singles chronology | ||||
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"Be Natural" is a song recorded by South Korean girl group S.E.S. for their fourth studio album, A Letter from Greenland. It was released in conjunction with the album through SM Entertainment on December 22, 2000. The song was composed, written, and arranged by SM songwriter Yoo Young-jin.
Background
"Be Natural" was one of the two singles promoted for S.E.S.'s fourth studio album A Letter from Greenland, alongside "Show Me Your Love". The album was commercially successful in South Korea, where it peaked atop the MIAK monthly album chart in December 2000. It sold over 635,000 copies by the end of 2001.[1][2] "Be Natural" was later included on the group's greatest hits album S.E.S. Best, which was released in July 2002 in Japan.
Lyrics
The lyrics of "Be Natural" explores the idea of finding solace and happiness in someone who connects deeply with them. It depicts the longing for a genuine, understanding, and fulfilling connection with someone who can uncover different aspects of oneself and bring happiness and comfort.[3]
Music video and promotion
The music video for "Be Natural" features Bada sporting a short haircut and a more tomboyish look.[4] In July 2001, the music video was voted the best video of the first half of the year in a survey conducted by Mnet, with 54% of the votes.[5] S.E.S. promoted the song on domestic music programs such as Music Camp in March and April 2001.
Red Velvet version
"Be Natural" | ||||
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Taeyong | ||||
Language | Korean | |||
Released | October 13, 2014 | |||
Genre |
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Length | 4:41 | |||
Label | SM | |||
Songwriter(s) | Yoo Young-jin | |||
Producer(s) | Yoo Young-jin | |||
Red Velvet singles chronology | ||||
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Music video | ||||
"Be Natural" on YouTube |
"Be Natural" was recorded by South Korean girl group
Upon its release, "Be Natural" was regarded as a fan favorite for the group's image and musical diversity. The song, however, only managed to peaked at number 33 on the Gaon Digital Chart. It also peaked at number 6 on the US Billboard World Digital Songs chart. It won Best Remake Song at the SBS MTV Best of the Best Awards.[6]
Background and release
"Be Natural" was originally recorded and released by
The first teaser was released on October 6, 2014, showing all four girls in suits, hinting at a transition to a more mature concept from their first single, "
Composition
"Be Natural" is mainly an
Music video and promotion
Following the music video release, Red Velvet began the promotion for "Be Natural" on
Credits and personnel
Credits adapted from the CD liner notes.[15]
Studio
- Recorded and mixed at SM Booming System
- Mastered at Sonic Korea
Personnel
- Red Velvet (Irene, Seulgi, Wendy, Joy) – vocals
- Yoo Young-jin – producer, songwriter, brass, recording, mixing
- HYUGGIE – rap
- Won Hyun-jung – background vocals
- Kim Hyo-soo – background vocals
- Groovie K – guitar
- Lee Jung-sik – saxophone
- Lim Jae-pil – trumpet
- Shin Dong-sik – trombone
- Yoo Chang-yong – recording assistant
- Yoo Han-jin – recording assistant
- Jeon Hoon – mastering
Charts
Chart (2014) | Peak position |
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South Korea ( Gaon)[16]
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33 |
US | 6 |
Release history
Region | Date | Format | Label | Ref. |
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South Korea | October 9, 2014 | Promotional CD | [18] | |
Various | October 13, 2014 | [19] |
References
- ^ 2000년 가요음반판매량 [2000 Album Sales Figures] (in Korean). Music Industry Association of Korea. Archived from the original on May 16, 2007. Retrieved December 29, 2022.
- ^ 2001년 가요음반판매량 [2001 Album Sales Figures] (in Korean). Music Industry Association of Korea. Archived from the original on February 28, 2009. Retrieved December 29, 2022.
- ^ "Meaning of "Be Natural" by S.E.S." Songtell. August 1, 2023. Retrieved February 13, 2024.
- ^ "[케이블 하이라이트] (9일) '핫라인스쿨' ; 'e시대가 본 미래'" [[Cable Highlights] (9th) 'Hotline School'; 'The future seen in the e-era']. The Korea Economic Daily (in Korean). March 8, 2001. Retrieved February 13, 2024 – via Naver.
- ^ "'밤이 깊었네' 뮤직비디오 최고" [The best music video for 'The Night Is Deep']. Kookmin Ilbo (in Korean). July 30, 2001. Retrieved January 12, 2024 – via Naver.
- MTV Korea. Archived from the originalon March 4, 2016. Retrieved May 16, 2020.
- ^ Jung, Jin-young (October 7, 2014). 레드벨벳 Be Natural 리메이크, S.E.S 원곡 MV보니 '파격 남장' [Red Velvet's Be Natural Remake, S.E.S. Original Music Video, 'An Unconventional Man's Attire']. Newsen (in Korean). Archived from the original on January 14, 2021. Retrieved January 14, 2021.
- ^ SM루키즈 'SR14G' 첫 공개... 한류팬 "슬기와 아이린에 푹 빠졌어" [SM Rookies 'SR14G' First Release, Hallyu Fans Said "We're in love with Seulgi and Irene".]. Web Economy (in Korean). July 19, 2014. Archived from the original on January 14, 2021. Retrieved January 14, 2021.
- ^ "Red Velvet to return next week with a remake of S.E.S's 'Be Natural'". Allkpop. October 6, 2014. Retrieved October 23, 2014.
- ^ "Key & BPM for Be Natural by Red Velvet, TAEYONG | Tunebat". tunebat.com. Retrieved April 28, 2020.
- ^ Ha, Soo-jung (October 10, 2014). 레드벨벳 'Be Natural' 의자 퍼포먼스, 비욘세 안무가 작품 [Red Velvet's 'Be Natural' Chair Performance, Choreographed by Beyoncé's Choreographer]. Newsen (in Korean). Archived from the original on October 23, 2014. Retrieved March 27, 2020.
- ^ Lee, Ye-ji (October 9, 2014). 레드벨벳, '비 내추럴' MV 공개… 신곡 활동 본격 스타트 [Red Velvet to Release 'Be Natural' Music Video, Full-scale Start of Comebacks]. Aju News (in Korean). Archived from the original on August 17, 2015. Retrieved January 14, 2021.
- ^ Choi, Jin-sil (October 8, 2014). 레드벨벳, '비 내츄럴' 9일 '엠카'로 첫 무대 선보인다 [Red Velvet to Perform 'Be Natural' in 'M Countdown' on October 9]. Ten Asia (in Korean). The Korea Economic Daily. Archived from the original on January 14, 2021. Retrieved January 14, 2021.
- ^ 레드벨벳, 중국서 인기 확인…'비 내추럴' 뮤비 중국차트 1위 [Red Velvet Confirmed Its Popularity in China, 'Be Natural' Music Video Topped the Chinese Charts]. Newsis (in Korean). October 14, 2014. Archived from the original on January 14, 2021. Retrieved January 14, 2021.
- ^ Be Natural (booklet) (in Korean). Red Velvet. SM Entertainment. 2014.
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- ^ "Red Velvet Chart History: World Digital Song Sales". Billboard. Archived from the original on January 3, 2020. Retrieved January 14, 2021.
- ^ "Be Natural - CD". MusicBrainz. October 9, 2014. Archived from the original on March 8, 2021. Retrieved March 8, 2021.
- ^ 곡 정보 - Be Natural (feat. SR14B 'TAEYONG (태용)') [Song Information - Be Natural (feat. Taeyong)] (in Korean). October 13, 2014. Archived from the original on May 4, 2020. Retrieved January 14, 2021.