History AwesomeMusic / GirlsGeneration

* [[https://youtu.be/aeHlgJTjGuM?si=qYsFypRJ_XMGuvXL "You Better Run"]] brings an experimental edge to the album, with electronic synths which creates a super dynamic beat, which makes the song sound unpredictable and exciting.

* [[https://youtu.be/aeHlgJTjGuM?si=qYsFypRJ_XMGuvXL "You Better Run]] brings an experimental edge to the album, with electronic synths which creates a super dynamic beat, which makes the song sound unpredictable and exciting.

* [[https://youtu.be/VLASE_wO3F8 "Villain"]] was the first song to be produced by a member, with Tiffany taking the helm. She also participated in composing the song, and Sooyoung wrote the lyrics. Being a great performer doesn't necessarily mean you'll be a great songwriter, but Tiffany knocked it out of the park, and it's quickly become a fan favorite.

** [[https://youtu.be/ekEiaaounSE "Check"]] is reminiscent of the R&B sub-genre New Jack Swing, and is perfect for getting ready for a night out.

* [[https://youtu.be/0k2Zzkw_-0I "Into the New World"]] is often cited as one of the greatest debut songs in K-pop history. It's about gaining hope from camaraderie while facing an uncertain future. While it might not be their most famous song internationally, it's their signature song in South Korea. Expect new girl groups to perform it at year-end shows. It's also been sung at political protests as a symbol of solidarity. Needless to say, it's kind of a big deal.
** They debuted a [[https://youtu.be/O_ZUmMzP5ts ballad version]] at ''The Best Live At Tokyo Dome'', which was so powerful that even the members themselves couldn't hold back their emotions. Sunny was barely even able to sing her own lines through her tears.

-->''Can't stop thinking about you\\
[[LoveMakesYouCrazy This must be what crazy feels like]]''

** [[https://youtu.be/Gt-1yFoXXZ4 "Show Girls"]] sounds like it could be straight out of a broadway musical. And no, it has nothing to do with the infamous [[{{Film/Showgirls}} movie of the same name]].

* "Lips" from their third Japanese album, ''Love & Peace'', manages to be soft and sensual over the energetic drum sample from "Take Me to the Mardi Gras" by Bob James[[note]]which has been sampled several times, perhaps most famously by Music/RunDMC on "Peter Piper"[[/note]]. The mood is complemented by the hook, which sounds what it feels like to fall in love. It's simple, but it works wonders:
-->Can't stop thinking about you\\
[[LoveMakesYouCrazy This must be what crazy feels like]]

* The entire ''Holiday Night'' album. At the time of its release in 2017, it was the most mature and focused album of their career. The dual title tracks [[https://youtu.be/YwN-CN9EjTg "Holiday"]] and [[https://youtu.be/f4w8IbQTJpY "All Night"]] barely even scratch the surface.

With seven Korean albums, three Japanese albums, four mini-albums, and multiple stand-alone singles, to say Girls' Generation has a few good songs is an understatement. Presented in order of release date:

** [[https://youtu.be/Gt-1yFoXXZ4 "Show Girls"]] sounds like it could be straight out of a broadway musical. And no, it has nothing to do with the infamous movie of the same name.

With seven Korean albums, three Japanese albums, four mini-albums, and multiple stand-alone singles, to say Girls' Generation has a few good songs is an understatement. Presented in order of release date.

** They performed a [[https://youtu.be/O_ZUmMzP5ts ballad version]] at ''The Best Live At Tokyo Dome'', which was so powerful that even the members
themselves couldn't hold back their emotions. Sunny was barely even able to sing her own lines through her tears.

* [[https://youtu.be/0k2Zzkw_-0I "Into the New World"]] is often cited as one of the greatest debut songs in K-pop history. It's about gaining hope from camaraderie while facing an uncertain future. While it might not be their most famous song internationally, it's their signature song in South Korea. Expect new girl groups to perform it at year-end shows. It's also been sung at political protests as a symbol of solidarity. They later performed a [[https://youtu.be/O_ZUmMzP5ts ballad version]] at ''The Best Live At Tokyo Dome'', which was a tear-jerker. Needless to say, it's kind of a big deal.

With 7 Korean albums, 3 Japanese albums, 4 mini-albums, and multiple stand-alone singles, to say Girls' Generation has a few good songs is an understatement. Presented in order of release date.

* [[https://youtu.be/0k2Zzkw_-0I "Into the New World"]] is often cited as one of the greatest debut songs in K-pop history. It's about gaining hope from comraderie while facing an uncertain future. While it might not be their most famous song internationally, it's their signature song in South Korea. Expect new girl groups to perform it at year-end shows. It's also been sung at political protests as a symbol of solidarity. They later performed a [[https://youtu.be/O_ZUmMzP5ts ballad version]] at ''The Best Live At Tokyo Dome'', which was a tear-jerker. Needless to say, it's kind of a big deal.
* [[https://youtu.be/U7mPqycQ0tQ "Gee"]] is their best known song, and for a good reason. It's a melodically complex, hyperactive piece of bubblegum pop that's practically bioengineered to be the ultimate EarWorm.
* [[https://youtu.be/6SwiSpudKWI "Genie"]] has synths that slowly build up through the verses to a chorus with majestic harmonies. Right before the final verse, the nusic stops, with Tiffany demanding "DJ, put it back on." Cut back into the hook, and Taeyeon sings a powerful solo during the last chorus.
* [[https://youtu.be/S4S4ol-fkvI "Star Star Star"]] gives all the members (except Yoona) a moment to shine in a ''gorgeous'' ballad with almost no auto-tune. It's become almost irrefutable proof that these girls can SING. [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-I8qi4hLISw&feature=related See it live]].
* [[https://youtu.be/wq7ftOZBy0E "I Got A Boy"]] was controversial at the time of release, due to the jarring changes to completely different sections with different instruments and different tempos throughout. It's because of that experimentation that the song is now lauded for its influence and creativity, and had earned the nickname "the [[Music/{{Queen}} 'Bohemian Rhapsody']] of K-Pop."
* "Lips" from their third Japanese album, ''Love & Peace'', is manages to be soft and sensual over the energetic drum sample from "Take Me to the Mardi Gras" by Bob James[[note]]which has been sampled several times, perhaps most famously by Music/RunDMC on "Peter Piper"[[/note]]. The mood is complemented by the hook, which sounds what it feels like to fall in love. It's simple, but it works wonders:
--> ''Can't stop thinking about you''\\
''[[LoveMakesYouCrazy This must be what crazy feels like]]''
* The entire ''Holiday Night'' album. At the time of its release in 2017, is was the most mature and focused album of their career. The dual title tracks [[https://youtu.be/YwN-CN9EjTg "Holiday"]] and [[https://youtu.be/f4w8IbQTJpY "All Night"]] barely even scratch the surface.
* [[https://youtu.be/Qpf26PtBXgo "Forever 1"]] was written to be a sequel to "Into the New World." Both songs were composed by SM Entertainment's in-house songwriter Kenzie, who interpolated the latter into the bridge. If "Into the New World" is about finding strength in others while facing an uncertain future, "Forever 1" is a celebration of the comraderie that led to their 15 years of success.

With 7 Korean albums, 3 Japanese albums, 4 mini-albums, and multiple stand-alone singles, to say Girls' Generation has a few good songs is an understatement. Presented in order of release date:

In order of release date.

[[LoveMakesYouCrazy ''This must be what crazy feels like'']]

* [[https://youtu.be/Qpf26PtBXgo "Forever 1"]] was written to be a sequel to "Into the New World." Both songs were composed by SM Entertainment's in-house songwriter Kenzie, who interpolated the latter into the bridge. If "Into the New World" is about finding strength in others while facing an uncertain future, "Forever 1" is a celebration of the comraderie that led to their 15 years of success.

* [[https://youtu.be/0k2Zzkw_-0I "Into the New World"]] is often cited as one of the greatest debut songs in K-pop history. It's about gaining hope from comraderie while facing an uncertain future. While it might not be their most famous song internationally, it's their signature song in South Korea. Expect new girl groups to perform it at year-end shows. It's also been sung at political protests as a symbol of solidarity. They later performed a ballad version at their Greatest Hits At Tokyo Dome concert, which was a tear-jerker. Needless to say, it's kind of a big deal.

* "Into the New World" is often cited as one of the greatest debut songs in K-pop history. about hopefulness while facing an uncertain future. While it might not be their most famous song internationally, it's their signature song in South Korea. Expect new girl groups to perform it at year-end shows. It's also been sung at political protests as a symbol of solidarity. They later performed a ballad version at their Greatest Hits At Tokyo Dome concert, which was a tear-jerker. Needless to say, it's kind of a big deal.
* "Gee" is their best known song, and for a good reason. It's a melodically complex, hyperactive piece of bubblegum pop that's practically bioengineered to be the ultimate EarWorm.
* "Genie" has synths that slowly build up through the verses to a chorus with majestic harmonies. Right before the final verse, the nusic stops, with Tiffany demanding "DJ, put it back on." Cut back into the hook, and Taeyeon sings a powerful solo during the last chorus.
* "I Got A Boy" was controversial at the time of release, due to the jarring changes to completely different sections with different instruments and different tempos throughout. It's because of that experimentation that the song is now lauded for its influence and creativity, and had earned the nickname "the [[Music/{{Queen}} 'Bohemian Rhapsody']] of K-Pop."
* "Forever 1" was written to be a sequel to "Into the New World." Both songs were composed by SM Entertainment's in-house songwriter Kenzie, who interpolated the latter into the bridge. If "Into the New World" is about finding strength in others while facing an uncertain future, "Forever 1" is a celebration of the comraderie that led to their 15 years of success.