First of all, let me just say I have been waiting for IU to have a comeback in YEARS. I am a hardcore Uaena and when this album came out today, I was SO HAPPY. Like, SQUEEEEEE!!!
"CHAT-SHIRE" is another fantasy-themed mini-album and it's Alice in Wonderland themed. Let me just say, I was extremely surprised but so happy to see a new side of IU in this album. It was just so amazing. She also composed and produced all of the songs on the album. The songs are just so beautiful and IU is just like, perfect.
1. Shoes 새 신발
This song is probably the song that sounds most fantasy-like to me. As I listen to this song, I feel as if I've just started to start a new love for someone. I feel so young and I'm sure anyone who listens to this song will have their day brightened immediately by IU's angelic vocals.
2. Zezé
Zezé is a song that feels very mischievous. As the song starts, you're immediately taken into the fantasy world of IU and her adventures.
Twenty-three is a catchy pop song that I'm sure you'll have on repeat for days. The music video was amazing. It was made so well and I was really reminded of Alice in Wonderland. I extremely hope you all listen to it. It's so amazing that I had to jump all around my house just to let out my excitement.
4. 푸르던 The shower
This song is very relaxing and makes you feel like you're in Europe exploring the places you've always wanted to go to. IU's voice is so soft, and goes so well with the light music. The accordion is probably what's making it sound so Europe-y but it makes the song so nice.
5. Red Queen ft. Zion T
Zion T is one of my favorite people, so I automatically love this song.
6. 무릎 Knees
Knees is a very gentle song that will touch your heart. IU actually released this song before this album came out, but I guess she decided to put it in this album.
7. 안경 Glasses
This is honestly my favorite song on the album. The melody, everything is just, wow. I honestly love this song as much as the title track. Glasses is amazing and it makes me love IU even more. This song is my favorite at the moment, along with Twenty-Three and I'm probably never going to get over this song.
Overall, CHAT-SHIRE was absolutely amazing. It surpassed my expectations like crazy and I really hope you listen to the album too. The Alice in Wonderland theme was amazing. If you love fantasy, this album is seriously for you.
Thank you for reading my review on IU's new album CHAT-SHIRE and I hope you all have a beautiful day!