IVE open their second full album with “Bang Bang,” a powerful EDM-driven track that highlights the group’s signature confidence and bold attitude. Combining intense electronic sounds with a distinctive Western swing intro, the song delivers a dynamic and energetic start to the album.

Song Credits

  • Artist: IVE
  • Album: REVIVE+
  • Released: February 9, 2026
  • Length: 2:59
  • Label: Starship Entertainment
  • Writer: Jack Brady, Jordan Roman, Kristin Carpenter, Sarah Troy, MLITE.
  • Composer: Jack Brady, Jordan Roman, Kristin Carpenter, Sarah Troy, MLITE.

IVE – BANG BANG Official MV

IVE – BANG BANG Lyrics

Hangul

It’s a new scene, it’s aggressive
이미 알아차렸겠지, 그치 언니?
모든 소문 속의 problem, yeah, I’m 걔지
벽에 붙은 나의 picture, 아래 wanted (Yeah; 아래 wanted)

Wake up, 주저 하지 말고
다른 시선들은 뭐 그리
I don’t give a 쉿, what you say?
Yeah, I be going out with a
Bang, bang, bang, bang
Bang, bang, bang, bang
Bang, bang, bang, bang, bang, bang, bang, bang
Bang, bang, bang, bang, bang, bang, bang, bang

I’ll be going out with a bang, shaking my head, this is my way
Ah, yeah, yeah, I be going out with a bang
This is my day, 밤이 올 때
Ah, yeah, yeah, I be going out with a
Bang, bang
Bang, bang
Bang, bang
Bang, bang

더 다가와 더, 빨리 go 더, taking my 쉿, gotta pop my gum
Give me that grr, give me that kiss, hey, I told you
It’s explosive, it’s aggressive
It’s a little bit offensive, yeah, I said it (Yeah)

Wake up, 주저 하지 말고
그냥 맘 가는 대로
I don’t give a 쉿, what you say?
Yeah, I be going out with a
Bang, bang, bang, bang
Bang, bang, bang, bang
Bang, bang, bang, bang, bang, bang, bang, bang
Bang, bang, bang, bang, bang, bang, bang, bang

I’ll be going out with a bang, shaking my head, this is my way
Ah, yeah, yeah, I be going out with a bang
This is my day, 밤이 올 때
Ah, yeah, yeah, I be going out with a
Bang, bang
Bang, bang
Bang, bang
Bang, bang

Hot issue, “대체 누굴까?”
다들 찾기 위해서 안달 나
연기처럼 disappear, catch me if you can, baby
조금만 더 놀아줄게 (Four, three, two, one)

Bang, shaking my head, this is my way
Ah, yeah, yeah, I be going out with a bang
This is my day, 밤이 올 때
Ah, yeah, yeah, I be going out with a
Bang, bang (Ooh)
Bang, bang (Yeah, yeah, yeah)
Bang, bang (Ooh)
Bang, bang

Romanized

It’s a new scene, it’s aggressive
Imi aracharyeotgetji, geuchi eonni?
Modeun somun sogui problem, yeah, I’m gyaeji
Byeoge buteun naui picture, arae wanted (Yeah; arae wanted)

Wake up, jujeo haji malgo
Dareun siseondeureun mwo geuri
I don’t give a swit, what you say?
Yeah, I be going out with a
Bang, bang, bang, bang
Bang, bang, bang, bang
Bang, bang, bang, bang, bang, bang, bang, bang
Bang, bang, bang, bang, bang, bang, bang, bang

I’ll be going out with a bang, shaking my head, this is my way
Ah, yeah, yeah, I be going out with a bang
This is my day, bami ol ttae
Ah, yeah, yeah, I be going out with a
Bang, bang
Bang, bang
Bang, bang
Bang, bang

Deo dagawa deo, ppalli go deo, taking my swit, gotta pop my gum
Give me that grr, give me that kiss, hey, I told you
It’s explosive, it’s aggressive
It’s a little bit offensive, yeah, I said it (Yeah)

Wake up, jujeo haji malgo
Geunyang mam ganeun daero
I don’t give a swit, what you say?
Yeah, I be going out with a
Bang, bang, bang, bang
Bang, bang, bang, bang
Bang, bang, bang, bang, bang, bang, bang, bang
Bang, bang, bang, bang, bang, bang, bang, bang

I’ll be going out with a bang, shaking my head, this is my way
Ah, yeah, yeah, I be going out with a bang
This is my day, bami ol ttae
Ah, yeah, yeah, I be going out with a
Bang, bang
Bang, bang
Bang, bang
Bang, bang

Hot issue, “daeche nugulkka?”
Dadeul chatgi wihaeseo andal na
Yeongicheoreom disappear, catch me if you can, baby
Jogeumman deo norajulge (Four, three, two, one)

Bang, shaking my head, this is my way
Ah, yeah, yeah, I be going out with a bang
This is my day, bami ol ttae
Ah, yeah, yeah, I be going out with a
Bang, bang (Ooh)
Bang, bang (Yeah, yeah, yeah)
Bang, bang (Ooh)
Bang, bang

Translation

It’s a new scene, it’s aggressive
Must have caught on already, right, unnie?
The problem mentioned in all the rumors, yeah, I’m that “Her”
My picture on the wall, underneath it says “Wanted” (Yeah; says “Wanted”)

Wake up, don’t hesitate
Who cares what others think
I don’t give a shh, what you say?
Yeah, I be going out with a
Bang, bang, bang, bang
Bang, bang, bang, bang
Bang, bang, bang, bang, bang, bang, bang, bang
Bang, bang, bang, bang, bang, bang, bang, bang

I’ll be going out with a bang, shaking my head, this is my way
Ah, yeah, yeah, I be going out with a bang
This is my day, when the night comes
Ah, yeah, yeah, I be going out with a
Bang, bang
Bang, bang
Bang, bang
Bang, bang

Come closer, hurry, go further, taking my shh, gotta pop my gum
Give me that grr, give me that kiss, hey, I told you
It’s explosive, it’s aggressive
It’s a little bit offensive, yeah, I said it (Yeah)

Wake up, don’t hesitate
Just follow my heart
I don’t give a shh, what you say?
Yeah, I be going out with a
Bang, bang, bang, bang
Bang, bang, bang, bang
Bang, bang, bang, bang, bang, bang, bang, bang
Bang, bang, bang, bang, bang, bang, bang, bang

I’ll be going out with a bang, shaking my head, this is my way
Ah, yeah, yeah, I be going out with a bang
This is my day, when the night comes
Ah, yeah, yeah, I be going out with a
Bang, bang
Bang, bang
Bang, bang
Bang, bang

Hot issue, “Who could it be?”
Everyone is antsy to find out
Disappear like smoke, catch me if you can, baby
I’ll play with you just a little bit longer (Four, three, two, one)

Bang, shaking my head, this is my way
Ah, yeah, yeah, I be going out with a bang
This is my day, when the night comes
Ah, yeah, yeah, I be going out with a
Bang, bang (Ooh)
Bang, bang (Yeah, yeah, yeah)
Bang, bang (Ooh)
Bang, bang

IVE – BANG BANG Meaning

IVE’s “Bang Bang” serves as the powerful opening track of their second full album, delivering a strong EDM and electronic-driven sound that sets the tone for the entire record. The lyrics center on a confident and self-directed message, emphasizing the idea of moving forward without being shaken by outside opinions or rumors. Rather than seeking approval, the speaker chooses her own path and faces situations with bold determination, reinforcing IVE’s long-established image of confidence and independence.

While maintaining the group’s signature identity of being “confident and self-assured,” “Bang Bang” presents a more intense and solid energy than their previous releases. The direct and straightforward lyrics highlight a clear message about staying true to oneself, continuing the narrative of self-belief that has defined IVE’s music. Notably, member Jang Wonyoung participated in writing the lyrics, reflecting her well-known philosophy of maintaining firm personal beliefs regardless of circumstances, which adds authenticity to the song’s message.

Musically, the track combines strong electronic and EDM elements with an unexpected Western swing motif introduced in the intro, creating a distinctive contrast with the fast-driving beat. This blend of styles gives the song a dynamic progression that keeps listeners engaged while enhancing its bold atmosphere. As the opening track of the album Revive Plus, “Bang Bang” plays a key role in establishing the album’s rhythm and mood, effectively raising anticipation for IVE’s evolving identity and heightened confidence.