ENHYPEN on remaking BTS’ ‘I Need U’ for Spotify Singles: “This is an opportunity for fans to see our new side”

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ENHYPEN on remaking BTS’ ‘I Need U’ for Spotify Singles: “This is an opportunity for fans to see our new side”

South Korean septet ENHYPEN have filmed a music video for their cover of BTS’s “I Need U” as part of Spotify K-Pop ON! Singles cover series. The decision to remake the iconic 2015 track came as it was the beginning of BTS’s “Most Beautiful Moment in Life” series, which some of the ENHYPEN members performed during their time on the television show I-LAND. The song was also frequently listened to by the group in their downtime.

ENHYPEN made their debut in 2020 and have since become one of the most successful K-pop boy bands, with their music exploring different themes that shape life. Their dynamic singles have made them a fan favorite and built up their ENGENE fandom. 

The Spotify Single version of “I Need U” is not a straightforward remake. It has a unique acoustic ambiance, turning the drama of the original dance-focused version to a mellow, rhythmic place and bringing softer elements to the forefront. The cover shows ENHYPEN taking on a different, more laid-back style while showcasing a new side that hasn’t been seen before. Members hope this will give their fans something new to enjoy, while showing them how much they have grown and evolved.

The band’s performance of BTS’s 2015 masterpiece is the first of a three-release series that Spotify is calling K-POP ON! Singles, with fellow K-pop stars StayC and Shownu x Hyungwon also set to release rearranged covers of popular songs. ENHYPEN, who have just completed their tour, will embark on their 2024 “Fate Plus” encore world tour and will be able to showcase their spin on “I Need U

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