The lyricist of Red Velvet’s new song is an announcer from MBC: “It’s an honor for me to participate in the process”
With Red Velvet making a comeback, MBC announcer Kim Soo-ji was known to be in charge of writing their new song’s lyrics, drawing attention.
Announcer-turned-broadcaster Kim So-young posted on her personal SNS on Mar 22nd, “When I quit my job as an announcer, I thought I would learn how to write lyrics as I’m already familiar with words, phrases, and vocalization. Of course, it takes more effort and talent than that, so I’m just thinking about it for now.”
In particular, she drew attention by mentioning the lyricist of Red Velvet‘s new song, saying, “It’s so cool that our Soo-ji is the lyricist for Red Velvet’s new song. I’m repeatedly listening to the song during transportation.” In fact, it is reported that announcer Kim Soo-ji wrote the lyrics for Red Velvet‘s new song “In My Dreams”.
Announcer Kim Soo-ji also mentioned that she wrote the lyrics of “In My Dreams,” the sixth track in the mini-album, on her personal SNS. “It is an attractive song that made “The Science of Sleep” by Michel Gondry came to my mind from the moment I heard the demo. I created such a dreamlike world in my head and worked in it.”
She said, “Do I dare to ruin this beautiful piece of music? I held my head in struggle every time I heard the demo of Red Velvet. But as I wanted to try it out, I have tried my best even though it was difficult. It’s an honor for me to be able to participate in the album,” and “Seulgi and Yeri mentioned that it’s their favorite song ㅠㅠ Yeri mentioned that it’s her favorite song because the lyrics are so good. I can’t believe it. I can’t believe it. I love you, Red Velvet.”
Announcer Kim Soo-ji joined MBC in 2017 and served as an anchor on programs such as “News Desk” and “News Today”. She recently got married to singer Han Ki-joo in January this year and is also working as a lyricist. She has participated in writing many well-known songs such as CIX’s “Breath.”
