“Back in town” is an R&B track led by a rhythmic guitar and a funky bassline, creating a standout groove. Enhanced by CHUU’s charming vocals and a tickling piano melody, the song sensibly captures the bittersweet emotions of first love. It portrays the moment of confronting feelings that are both unfamiliar and familiar in a city one has left and returned to.
Song Credits
- Artist: CHUU
- Album: Only cry in the rain
- Released: April 21, 2025
- Length: 2:40
- Label: ATRP
- Writer: Seo Jung-ah
- Composer: RYAN JHUN, Finlay Dow Smith, Corey Sanders, Lauren Aquilina
CHUU “Back in town” Official MV
CHUU “Back in town” Lyrics
Hangul
매일 한숨 쉬기 바쁜걸
이 도시는 참 외로워
바탕화면 위 ‘she’s gone’
휴 아주 멀고 긴 여행
익숙한 길이 보일 때
살짝 기대해 (마중 나올까?)
나의 첫사랑 (짙은 눈동자)
곱슬머리 (말도 안 돼)
(Ha 그대로네)
Listen up baby
It’s been a long time
네 품에 diving
네 눈은 반짝 spotlight
알록달록 나의 바다야 baby
I’m back I’m back I’m back I’m back
(Who’s back?)
I’m back in town
Loosen up baby
몸이 가벼워져
바람이 일어
넌 푸르르고 달아
오래 그린 나의 향수야 baby
I’m back I’m back I’m back I’m back
(Who’s back?)
I’m back in town
Hey 익숙한데 새롭지
키가 훌쩍 커버렸지
계속 들여다봐 zoom
On and on on and on
이제야 살 것 같아
넌 나를 숨 쉬게 해
영원히 여기 살래
(You can’t do that)
Yes I can!
Listen up baby
It’s been a long time
네 품에 diving
네 눈은 반짝 spotlight
알록달록 나의 바다야 baby
I’m back I’m back I’m back I’m back
(Who’s back?)
I’m back in town
Loosen up baby
몸이 가벼워져
바람이 일어
넌 푸르르고 달아
오래 그린 나의 향수야 baby
I’m back I’m back I’m back I’m back
(Who’s back?)
I’m back in town
(Back in town) Back in town yeah (Back in town)
(Back in town)
Ba da ba I’m back in town
Ba da ba I’m back in town
Ba da ba I’m back in town
Ba da ba I’m back in town…
Romanized
maeil hansum swigi bappeungeol
i dosineun cham oerowo
batanghwamyeon wi ‘she’s gone’
hyu aju meolgo gin yeohaeng
iksukhan giri boil ttae
saljjak gidaehae (majung naolkka?)
naui cheossarang (jiteun nundongja)
gopseulmeori (maldo an dwae)
(Ha geudaerone)
Listen up baby
It’s been a long time
ne pume diving
ne nuneun banjjak spotlight
allokdallok naui badaya baby
I’m back I’m back I’m back I’m back
(Who’s back?)
I’m back in town
Loosen up baby
momi gabyeowojyeo
barami ireo
neon pureureugo dara
orae geurin naui hyangsuya baby
I’m back I’m back I’m back I’m back
(Who’s back?)
I’m back in town
Hey iksukhande saeropji
kiga huljjeok keobeoryeossji
gyesok deuryeodabwa zoom
On and on on and on
ijeya sal geot gata
neon nareul sum swige hae
yeongwonhi yeogi sallae
(You can’t do that)
Yes I can!
Listen up baby
It’s been a long time
ne pume diving
ne nuneun banjjak spotlight
allokdallok naui badaya baby
I’m back I’m back I’m back I’m back
(Who’s back?)
I’m back in town
Loosen up baby
momi gabyeowojyeo
barami ireo
neon pureureugo dara
orae geurin naui hyangsuya baby
I’m back I’m back I’m back I’m back
(Who’s back?)
I’m back in town
(Back in town) Back in town yeah (Back in town)
(Back in town)
Ba da ba I’m back in town
Ba da ba I’m back in town
Ba da ba I’m back in town
Ba da ba I’m back in town…
Translation
Every day, I’m busy sighing
This city feels so lonely
On my desktop, ‘she’s gone’
Phew, such a long and distant journey
When I see a familiar path
I slightly lean (Will you come to meet me?)
My first love (deep eyes)
Curly hair (No way)
(Ha, it’s just the same)
Listen up baby
It’s been a long time
Diving into your arms
Your eyes sparkle like a spotlight
You’re my colorful sea, baby
I’m back I’m back I’m back I’m back
(Who’s back?)
I’m back in town
Loosen up baby
My body feels lighter
The wind rises
You are blue and sweet
You’re my long-drawn nostalgia, baby
I’m back I’m back I’m back I’m back
(Who’s back?)
I’m back in town
Hey, it’s familiar but new
I’ve grown taller suddenly
Keep looking closely, zoom
On and on on and on
Now I feel like I can live
You make me breathe
I want to live here forever
(You can’t do that)
Yes I can!
Listen up baby
It’s been a long time
Diving into your arms
Your eyes sparkle like a spotlight
You’re my colorful sea, baby
I’m back I’m back I’m back I’m back
(Who’s back?)
I’m back in town
Loosen up baby
My body feels lighter
The wind rises
You are blue and sweet
You’re my long-drawn nostalgia, baby
I’m back I’m back I’m back I’m back
(Who’s back?)
I’m back in town
(Back in town) Back in town yeah (Back in town)
(Back in town)
Ba da ba I’m back in town
Ba da ba I’m back in town
Ba da ba I’m back in town
Ba da ba I’m back in town…
These lyrics capture CHUU’s joyful return to a familiar place and person, blending nostalgia with a fresh, uplifting vibe
CHUU “Back in town” Meaning
On May 7, 2025, CHUU released the music video for “Back in Town,” the second MV from her latest mini album. This R&B track, led by a rhythmic guitar and a funky bassline, blends her signature vocals with a soft, tickling piano melody to sensibly capture the bittersweet emotions of returning to one’s roots.
Lyrically, “Back in Town” explores themes of healing, identity, and rekindled love, conveying a sense of emotional lightness and renewal. The song reflects on the journey of coming back to a familiar place or self, where nostalgia and new perspectives coexist, symbolizing the comforting embrace of first love and youthful reflection.
The music video perfectly mirrors these sentiments. Set in a simple, cozy house, CHUU brings the lyrics to life through a series of subtle yet expressive moments. With a flurry of facial expressions and delicate movement, she portrays a quiet emotional journey, from heartbreak to healing, with charm and grace. While the visual setting remains constant, the editing introduces imaginary scenes that depict her transformation. Her playful energy and warm expressions carry the viewer through the video, with a smile that hides deeper emotions just beneath the surface.
What truly elevates the MV is its understated cinematography. Smooth camera transitions and focused framing ensure viewers stay engaged, easily following the unfolding story. Rather than rely on grand visuals or complex choreography, “Back in Town” captivates with its intimacy and sincerity—anchored entirely by CHUU’s natural presence. The song may not be the title track, but it stands out with its own unique vibe, different from her other releases, making it all the more memorable.
CHUU herself shared, “I wanted this song to be the title track as well. Its rhythmic beat and unique lyrics are pleasurable. It’s a cute song that feels like returning home and facing first love after becoming a mermaid, awakening forgotten memories, and I want to recommend it on sunny days.” That warmth, combined with a sense of dreamy self-reflection, makes “Back in Town” a special addition to CHUU’s artistic journey—offering comfort, charm, and a quiet reminder that sometimes, coming back is just the beginning.