:Fate ((G)I-dle song)
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{{Infobox song
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| artist = (G)I-dle
| album = 2
| released = {{Start date|2024|01|29}}
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| studio = Cube Studio
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| length = 2:42
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| writer =
- Soyeon
- Pop Time
- Daily
- Likey
| producer = Soyeon
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"Fate" ({{Korean|hangul=나는 아픈 건 딱 질색이니까|rr=Naneun Apeun Geon Ttak Jilsaeginikka|lit='Because I hate being sick'}}), sometimes referred to as "Ah.Ttak.Jil" ({{Korean|hangul=아.딱.질}}) in South Korea,{{Cite web|title=(여자)아이들은 1위 못하는 건 딱 질색이니깐|trans-title=(G)I-dle hates not being first place|url=https://n.news.naver.com/entertain/article/437/0000384433|publisher=JTBC|language=ko|last=Kim|first=Seon-woo|date=March 18, 2024|access-date=March 28, 2024|archive-date=March 28, 2024|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20240328213318/https://n.news.naver.com/entertain/article/437/0000384433|url-status=live}} is a song by South Korean girl group (G)I-dle from their second studio album 2, released on January 29, 2024. The song was written and produced by Soyeon, with additional composition and arrangement credits from Pop Time, Dailly, and Likey.
It is a pop-punk and funk hybrid song with influences from J-pop. The song features guitars and vibrant, minimal production, including catchy piano sounds. "Fate" emerged as a sleeper hit on South Korean music charts without any promotional efforts, reaching number one on the Circle Digital Chart and other South Korean streaming platforms. Later, it peaked at number five in Taiwan and at number 23 in Singapore's RIAS charts. It gained attention after the release of a stage video on Lee Hyori's Red Carpet and It's Live YouTube channel, accumulating over one million views.
Music critics praised the song's lyricism, funky production, and its nostalgic appeal. After acknowledging its growing popularity, (G)I-dle began promoting the song on South Korean music shows on March 21, 2024, starting with M Countdown. Although the group did not perform the song on Inkigayo, "Fate" achieved a Triple Crown. By November 2024, "Fate" was nominated for Song of the Year and won Best Vocal Performance at the MAMA Awards.
Music and lyrics
"Fate" was written by Jeon So-yeon, along with composing the lyrics and producing the track, with additional contributions from Pop Time, Dailly, and Likey. It is a blend of pop-punk and funk, featuring minimal yet vibrant production, guitars, and "jaunty" piano. NME noted that these elements give the song the bittersweet energy reminiscent of an end credits track from a slice-of-life anime series.{{Cite web|title=(여자)아이들 '나는 아픈 건 딱 질색이니까' 라이브 클립 공개..청량 무드|trans-title=(G)I-dle "Fate" live clip released.. Refreshing mood|url=https://n.news.naver.com/entertain/article/112/0003686349|publisher=Herald Pop|language=ko|last=Park|first=Seo-hyun|date=March 14, 2024|access-date=March 16, 2024|archive-date=March 16, 2024|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20240316015601/https://n.news.naver.com/entertain/article/112/0003686349|url-status=live}}{{Cite web|title=(G)I-dle – '[2]' review: a fierce testament to their individuality|url=https://www.nme.com/reviews/album/gi-dle-2-album-review-3584860|website=NME|last=Yeo|first=Gladys|date=February 9, 2024|access-date=March 16, 2024|archive-date=February 17, 2024|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20240217010213/https://www.nme.com/reviews/album/gi-dle-2-album-review-3584860|url-status=live}}{{Cite web |last=Park |first=So-jin |date=March 19, 2024 |title=(여자)아이들, 멜론 차트 정상 차지…'J팝' 연상시키는 '나는 아픈 건 딱 질색이니까'로 증명한 "음악적 실험" |trans-title=(G)I-dle Takes Top Spot on Melon Charts… “Musical Experiment” Proven with “I Hate Being Sick” Reminiscent of “J-Pop” |url=https://m.entertain.naver.com/article/410/0000986386 |access-date=January 15, 2025 |website=MK Sports |archive-date=January 15, 2025 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20250115202920/https://m.entertain.naver.com/article/410/0000986386 |url-status=live }} Initially, Soyeon envisioned "Fate" as the lead single for the album. During an appearance on Lee Eun-ji's Song Plaza on January 30, 2024, she revealed, "I originally used 'Fate' as the title. It's a song with an animation feel." Soyeon crafted the song with a cartoon-like scene in mind, giving it a "band-like sound" instead of a typical dance track. Reporter Lee Deok-haeng of IZE magazine compares "Fate" to past song like "Allergy" (2023) and "Never Stop Me" (2022), highlighting (G)I-dle's consistent fusion of J-pop and band elements.{{Cite web |last=Lee |first=Deok-haeng |date=March 6, 2024 |title=(여자)아이들, '아딱질'을 타이틀로 했으면 어땠을까 |trans-title=(G)I-dle, what would it have been like if they had used 'Fate' as their title? |url=https://n.news.naver.com/entertain/article/465/0000007706 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20240328194949/https://n.news.naver.com/entertain/article/465/0000007706 |archive-date=March 28, 2024 |access-date=March 28, 2024 |website=IZE |language=ko |via=Naver}}
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| quote = "'Fate' is a tune about the feeling of heartbreak that you suddenly get after bumping into a stranger. You don't remember who that person is, but you feel like you know him and you begin to shed tears."
| author = —Soyeon explaining the meaning behind the lyrics, via – The Korea Times
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The track revolves around the theme of an "unexpected yet fateful encounter", which captures" the sudden heartbreak that follows a chance meeting with a stranger.{{Cite web|title=(G)I-dle's 'Fate' moves up streaming charts after becoming viral hit|url=https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/www/art/2024/03/732_370744.html|website=The Korea Times|language=en|last=Dong|first=Sun-hwa|date=March 17, 2024|access-date=March 19, 2024|archive-date=March 18, 2024|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20240318170744/https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/www/art/2024/03/732_370744.html|url-status=live}} The Fact reporter Choi Soo-bin noted that the track incorporated J-pop influences and resonates with listeners through relatable lyrics like "This morning again, with bread in my mouth/Starting the day the same/Iced Americano in one hand all day long/I'm so tired".{{Cite web|title=(여자)아이들, '나는 아픈 건 딱 질색이니까'로 보여준 음악의 힘[TF초점]|trans-title=(G)I-dle, the power of music shown through 'Fate' [TF Focus]|url=https://n.news.naver.com/entertain/article/629/0000273742|via=Naver|website=The Fact|language=ko|last=Soobin|first=Choi|date=March 15, 2024|access-date=March 16, 2024|archive-date=March 16, 2024|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20240316015601/https://n.news.naver.com/entertain/article/629/0000273742|url-status=live}} Jang Jun-hwan of IZM praised Soyeon's skillful lyricism, which adeptly portrays various situations and emotions using relatable metaphors. Additionally, Jun-hwan highlighted the intuitive plot twists in the song.
Live video
Following the song's unexpected success, (G)I-dle had announced the release of a live video on March 13, 2024. The poster, which prominently features members Minnie and Yuqi, evokes a nostalgic atmosphere reminiscent of a youth movie. This nostalgic vibe has generated attention among netizens.{{Cite web|title=(여자)아이들 '나는 아픈 건 딱 질색이니까', 차트 역주행...무서운 뒷심|trans-title=(G)I-dle 'Because I just hate being sick', running back on the charts... a scary thought|url=https://n.news.naver.com/entertain/article/421/0007405444|publisher=News1|language=ko|last=Kim|first=Min-ji|date=March 12, 2024|access-date=March 16, 2024|archive-date=March 16, 2024|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20240316015600/https://n.news.naver.com/entertain/article/421/0007405444|url-status=live}} The video emphasized their "bright visuals" in school uniforms, while they were surrounded by "fluttering flower petals added warmth, reminiscent of a scene from a youth movie", which left "a deep lingering impression."{{Cite web|title=역주행 난리난 (여자)아이들, '나는 아픈 건 딱 질색이니까'..라이브도 깜짝|trans-title=(G)I-dle goes crazy in reverse, 'Fate'... The live performance was also surprising|url=https://n.news.naver.com/entertain/article/109/0005034915|website=Osen|language=ko|last=Choi|first=Yi-jeong|date=March 14, 2024|access-date=March 16, 2024|archive-date=March 16, 2024|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20240316023947/https://n.news.naver.com/entertain/article/109/0005034915|url-status=live}} Following its release, "Fate" secured the top spot in South Korea's YouTube chart with 3.6 million views. The song has remained on the charts for five consecutive weeks.{{Cite web|title=11주차 국내 유튜브 인기곡 1위는 (여자)아이들의 'Fate'...조회수 TOP5는 르세라핌·에스파·트와이스·(여자)아이들·방탄소년단 정국|trans-title=The most popular song on YouTube for the 11th week is (G)I-dle's 'Fate'... The top 5 views are Le Seraphim, Aespa, Twice, (G)I-dle, and BTS Jungkook.|url=https://www.topstarnews.net/news/articleView.html?idxno=15468705|website=Top Star News|language=ko|last=Kim|first=Seong-hee|date=March 17, 2024|access-date=March 19, 2024|archive-date=March 19, 2024|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20240319210613/https://www.topstarnews.net/news/articleView.html?idxno=15468705|url-status=live}}
Release and reception
"Fate" the sixth track on the group's second studio album 2, released on January 29, 2024,{{Cite web |last=Ji |first=Min-kyung |date=January 18, 2024 |title= |script-title=ko:(여자)아이들, 타이틀곡은 'Super Lady'..멤버 전곡 작사·작곡 참여 |trans-title=(G)I-dle, the lead single is 'Super Lady'..All members participated in writing and composing the lyrics of the song |url=https://entertain.naver.com/read?oid=109&aid=0005001013 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20240128102928/https://entertain.naver.com/read?oid=109&aid=0005001013 |archive-date=January 28, 2024 |access-date=January 19, 2025 |publisher=Osen |language=ko |via=Naver}} saw a revival on multiple South Korean music charts, achieving notable success without any promotional backing from the agency. Securing iChart's "Perfect all-kill", it dominated the top spot on major South Korean music streaming service charts, marking their fourth consecutive success after "Tomboy", "Nxde", and "Queencard".{{Cite web |last=Lee |first=Jae-hoon |date=March 26, 2024 |title=(여자)아이들, '아딱질'로 네 앨범 연속 '퍼펙트 올킬' |trans-title=(G)I-dle, 'Perfect All-Kill' for 4 albums in a row with 'Fate' |url=https://n.news.naver.com/entertain/article/003/0012451659 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20240326174822/https://n.news.naver.com/entertain/article/003/0012451659 |archive-date=March 26, 2024 |access-date=March 26, 2024 |publisher=Newsis |language=ko}} Its popularity surged following the release of a stage video on the late-night music talk show Lee Hyori's Red Carpet and It's Live YouTube channel. These videos garnered over 1 million views, with shortened versions reaching 7 million views. A Cube Entertainment official attributed the song's success to the "members' passion and fans' support", noting Soyeon's songwriting and composing skills as key to showcasing the group's "unique sound".
The song also received positive reviews from South Korean music critics. In his album review, Jang Jun-hwan of IZM lauded "Fate" as a standout track, praising the lyricism, the funky guitar melodies and intuitive plot twists, likening the track's atmosphere to a youth cartoon, evoking sympathy and comfort in listeners.{{Cite web|title=IZM Review of "2"|url=http://www.izm.co.kr/contentRead.asp?idx=32370&bigcateidx=1&subcateidx=3&view_tp=1&view_sort=1|website=IZM|access-date=March 29, 2024|archive-date=April 1, 2024|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20240401211640/http://www.izm.co.kr/contentRead.asp?idx=32370&bigcateidx=1&subcateidx=3&view_tp=1&view_sort=1|url-status=live}} Reporter Lee Deok-haeng of IZE magazine praised "Fate" for its unique punk-based, minimal band sound and witty lyrics, evoking comparisons to J-pop or "Japanese animation OST material", and Miyeon's vocals. Additionally, he noted listener fatigue with (G)I-dle's conceptual title tracks like "Nxde" and "Super Lady", emphasizing "Fate's" departure from such artistic direction and reflecting a broader trend towards easy-listening tracks in the K-pop industry. Reporter Seung-gil Lee of My Daily praised (G)I-dle for departure from their usual style. Unlike their previous tracks known for their strong stage presence, he noted that "Fate" resonated with audiences through its light band sound and nostalgic melody reminiscent of youth movies. The song's airy atmosphere and poetic lyrics left a "lasting impression", contributing to its chart success.{{Cite web |last=Seung-gil |first=Lee |date=March 17, 2024 |title='나는 아픈 건 딱 질색이니까'...(여자)아이들의 변신은 늘 환영이니까 [MD뮤직] |trans-title='Because I just hate being sick'... Because (G)I-DLE's transformation is always welcome [MD Music] |url=https://n.news.naver.com/entertain/article/117/0003813435 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20240401211640/https://n.news.naver.com/entertain/article/117/0003813435 |archive-date=April 1, 2024 |access-date=April 1, 2024 |website=My Daily |language=ko |via=Naver}} Renowned music critic Jeong Min-jae praised the song, describing its melody as fluid "like water" and its lyrics as narrative-driven.{{Cite web |last=Choi |first=Jae-seo |date=March 18, 2024 |title=(여자)아이들 '아딱질', '밤양갱' 꺾고 멜론 1위 |trans-title=(G)I-dle beats 'Attakjil' and 'Bamyanggaeng' to take first place in Melon |url=https://n.news.naver.com/entertain/article/001/0014571168 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20240319205747/https://n.news.naver.com/entertain/article/001/0014571168 |archive-date=March 19, 2024 |access-date=March 19, 2024 |website= |publisher=Yonhap News Agency |language=ko}} He noted the song's resurgence through spontaneous social media virality, marking it as a prime example of fan-driven rediscovery. Additionally, reporter Park So-jin of MK Sports pointed out that the song's nostalgic appeal stems from its resemblance to 2000s J-pop, attributing its allure to the unique melody and storytelling elements.{{Cite web|title=(여자)아이들, 멜론 차트 정상 차지...'J팝' 연상시키는 '나는 아픈 건 딱 질색이니까'로 증명한 "음악적 실험"|trans-title=(G)I-dle takes the top spot on the Melon chart... "Musical experiment" proven with 'Because I hate being sick' reminiscent of 'J-pop'|url=https://n.news.naver.com/entertain/article/410/0000986386|website=MK Sports|language=ko|last=Park|first=So-jin|date=March 19, 2024|access-date=March 19, 2024|archive-date=March 19, 2024|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20240319205747/https://n.news.naver.com/entertain/article/410/0000986386|url-status=live}}
According to Genie Music's 2024 Annual Chart, "Fate" claimed the top spot.{{Cite web |last=Yoon |first=Ki-baek |date=December 28, 2024 |title=뉴스 : 네이버 엔터 |trans-title=(G)I-dle's 'Attack', #1 on Genie Music's Annual Chart |url=https://m.entertain.naver.com/article/018/0005914746 |access-date=January 15, 2025 |website=Edaily}} The song also secured second place on Melon's annual chart.{{Cite web |last=Lee |first=Tae-soo |date=January 9, 2025 |title=작년 멜론 연간 1위는 TWS '첫 만남은 계획대로 되지 않아' |trans-title=Last year's Melon annual number 1 was TWS's 'First meeting doesn't go as planned' |url=https://n.news.naver.com/article/001/0015150123?sid=103 |access-date=January 15, 2025 |website=Yonhap News |language=ko}} Additionally, it held the number-one spot on the Tencent Music K-pop chart for 37 weeks in 2024, the longest of any song that year.{{Cite web |last=Yoo |first=Jeong- min |date=January 17, 2025 |title=(여자)아이들, 中 텐센트뮤직 2024년 연간차트 2관왕 |trans-title=(G)I-dle, China Tencent Music 2024 Annual Chart Double Crown |url=https://m.entertain.naver.com/article/408/0000249987 |access-date=January 19, 2025 |website=MBC Entertainment}} The song peaked at numbers five and 23 on the Billboard Taiwan Songs and RIAS Singapore Regional charts, respectively.
Accolades
(G)I-dle has decided to promote the song on South Korean music shows, starting with M Countdown on March 21, 2024.{{cite web|title=[단독] (여자)아이들, '아딱질' 역주행 1위에 응답..음방 출연 전격 결정|trans-title=[Exclusive] (G)I-dle responds to 'Fate' turning around 1st place... makes decision to appear on music show|url=https://n.news.naver.com/entertain/article/109/0005038298|via=Naver|website=Osen|language=ko|last1=Jang|first1=Woo-young|date=March 19, 2024|access-date=March 19, 2024|archive-date=March 19, 2024|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20240319025627/https://n.news.naver.com/entertain/article/109/0005038298|url-status=live}} This decision resulted in an Inkigayo Triple Crown despite not appearing on said show.{{Cite web |last=Jo |first=Seong-un |date=April 14, 2024 |title= |script-title=ko:(여자)아이들, '아.딱.질' '3주 연속 인기가요1위' 트리플 크라운 |trans-title=(G)I-DLE, 'Fate' 'No. 1 on Inkigayo for 3 consecutive weeks' Triple Crown |url=https://entertain.naver.com/read?oid=382&aid=0001119597 |access-date=April 14, 2024 |website=Sports Dong-a |language=ko |via=Naver |archive-date=April 14, 2024 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20240414194045/https://entertain.naver.com/read?oid=382&aid=0001119597 |url-status=live }} By November 2024, "Fate" was nominated for Song of the Year and won Best Vocal Performance at the MAMA Awards.
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In popular culture
{{Main|2024 South Korean martial law}}
During the 2024 South Korean martial law crisis, the YouTube channel "Shinuihansu" created the AI-generated song "I Hate Impeachment", based on the original track "Fate". The modified version, featuring lyrics sung in president Yoon Suk Yeol's AI-generated voice, gained attention at pro-impeachment rallies organized by groups like the Candlelight Movement.{{Cite web |last=Lee |first=Seo-hee |date=January 11, 2025 |title="尹이 부릅니다, 탄핵은 딱 질색이니까"…AI 활용한 노래 대결 눈길 |trans-title=“Yoon is calling, I hate impeachment”… AI-based singing competition draws attention |url=https://n.news.naver.com/article/277/0005531126?sid=102 |access-date=January 15, 2025 |website=Asia Economy |language=ko}}
Credits and personnel
Credits adapted from CD liner notes.{{cite AV media notes |title=2. |year=2024 |author=(G)I-dle |publisher=Cube Entertainment |id= |type=liner notes}}
Recording
- Recorded at Cube Studio
- Mixed at Klang Studios
- Audio edited at Ingrid Studio
Personnel
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- (G)I-dle {{spaced ndash}} vocals
- Soyeon {{spaced ndash}} producer, lyrics, composition, arrangement
- Kako {{spaced ndash}} background vocals
- Pop Time {{spaced ndash}} keyboard, composition, arrangement
- Daily {{spaced ndash}} keyboard, composition, arrangement
- Ryo {{spaced ndash}} guitar
- Choi Ye-ji {{spaced ndash}} recording engineer
- Jeong Eun-kyung {{spaced ndash}} digital editing
- Kang Sun-young {{spaced ndash}} engineer
- Gu Jong-pil {{spaced ndash}} mixing engineer
- Kwon Nam-woo {{spaced ndash}} mastering engineer
- Yoo Eun-jin {{spaced ndash}} assistant mastering engineer
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Charts
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