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"Spot!"
Single by Zico featuring Jennie
ReleasedApril 26, 2024 (2024-04-26)
RecordedFebruary 2024
GenreHip-hop
Length2:47
LabelKOZ
Songwriter(s)
  • Zico
  • Eun Hee-young
  • No Identity
Producer(s)
  • Zico
  • Eun Hee-young
  • No Identity
Zico singles chronology
"Freak"
(2022) 		"Spot!"
(2024)
Jennie singles chronology
"Slow Motion"
(2024) 		"Spot!"
(2024)
Music video
"Spot!" on YouTube

"Spot!" is a song by South Korean rapper Zico featuring South Korean singer Jennie. It was released as a digital single on April 26, 2024, through KOZ Entertainment. "Spot!" is a hip-hop song written and produced by Zico, Eun Hee-young and No Identity, with lyrics about a casual encounter between two friends at a late-night party. An accompanying music video was uploaded to YouTube simultaneously with the single's release.

Background[edit]

After completing his military conscription in May 2022, Zico made his return to music with the release of his fourth extended play Grown Ass Kid on July 27, which contained the pre-release single "Seoul Drift" and title track "Freak".[1] The EP was moderately successful and peaked at number 11 on the Circle Album Chart with 16,085 copies sold in its first week.[2]

In December 2023, YG Entertainment confirmed that Jennie of South Korean girl group Blackpink did not renew her contract with the label for individual activities.[3] The singer announced the formation of her own music label for solo activities in November named Odd Atelier.[4] Since establishing her independent label, Jennie released the single "Slow Motion" on March 8, 2024, a collaboration with former Brockhampton member Matt Champion for his debut studio album, Mika's Laundry (2024).[5] She also made appearances on various South Korean broadcast programs such as The Seasons: Lee Hyo-ri's Red Carpet and Apartment 404.[6]

A representative from Zico's agency, KOZ Entertainment, confirmed on April 2, 2024, that the rapper was preparing a new song to be released at the end of the month, celebrating the tenth anniversary of his solo debut.[7] Local news outlet TenAsia reported on April 4 that Jennie would feature on the song and appear in its music video.[8] In response to the reports, KOZ Entertainment confirmed Zico's comeback but not Jennie's involvement, stating that "it is difficult to confirm other matters."[9]

Recording and composition[edit]

"Spot!" is a hip-hop song that opens with Jennie singing the hook.[10] Its lyrics revolve around the special moment between two friends who happen to meet at a party late at night.[11] In a press release, Zico expressed that the "charm of this single lies in its simple arrangement that evokes listeners’ excitement and desire to have fun."[12] On Jennie's contribution, he elaborated that she "poured her heart and soul into the recording process. She demonstrated professionalism by suggesting editing even when I complimented the sound. Jennie played a significant role in perfecting this track. The enjoyable collaboration has seen positive results."[13]

Release and promotion[edit]

On April 18, Zico posted a 20-second video on social media of him and Jennie in a recording studio singing and dancing along to a snippet of their upcoming single featuring her vocals.[14] Shortly afterwards, he posted another photo teaser captioned "Come vibe with us" of the two artists looking at Polaroid pictures of themselves.[15] Zico then officially revealed the new collaboration titled "Spot!" and its release date of April 26, alongside a schedule of teaser photos and videos from April 19 to 25.[16] On the 19th, he uploaded a behind the scenes video of the song's recording in the studio with Jennie.[17] A 19-second music video teaser was released on April 25.[18] "Spot!" was made available for digital download and streaming on April 26 as a digital single through KOZ Entertainment.[19] To promote the song, Zico released a short-form dance challenge video with Jennie on social media platforms.[20]

Music video[edit]

The music video for "Spot!" was directed by Yongseok Choi and Ran Ro of the video production company Lumpens.[21] It was uploaded to Hybe Labels' official YouTube channel on April 26 at 6 PM Korean time.[22] Upon release, the video topped the worldwide trending list on YouTube and exceeded five million views in five hours.[20]

In the music video, Zico and Jennie aim to create a hip atmosphere without relying on flashy effects. Zico sings while locking eyes with Jennie, and together, they take viewers on a late-night drive, exuding their "true vibe." Throughout the video, Zico showcases his dynamic performance, rapping passionately in various settings such as studios, soccer fields, parking lots, and urban streets. The video concludes with an enticing group dance featuring numerous dancers.[23]

Credits and personnel[edit]

Charts[edit]

Chart performance for "Spot!"
Chart (2024) Peak
position
New Zealand Hot Singles (RMNZ)[24] 5
South Korea (Circle)[25] 22

Release history[edit]

Release dates and formats for "Spot!"
Region Date Format Label Ref.
Various April 26, 2024
KOZ [26]

References[edit]

  1. ^ "지코, 27일 'Grown Ass Kid' 발매..軍 복무 후 첫 앨범". Herald POP (in Korean). July 13, 2022. Retrieved July 13, 2022.
  2. ^ "Circle Album Chart: 2022 Week 32". Circle Chart. Korea Music Content Industry Association. Retrieved August 11, 2022.
  3. ^ "블랙핑크, 팀 활동만 YG서…지수·제니·리사·로제 개별 계약 않기로(종합)". Newsis (in Korean). December 29, 2023. Archived from the original on December 29, 2023. Retrieved December 29, 2023 – via Naver.
  4. ^ Hwang, Hye-jin (December 24, 2023). "블랙핑크 제니, 독립 레이블 '오드 아틀리에' 설립…YG와 따로 또 같이". Newsen (in Korean). Archived from the original on December 24, 2023. Retrieved December 24, 2023.
  5. ^ Hwang, Hye-jin (March 7, 2024). "YG 떠난 블랙핑크 제니, 홀로서기 후 첫 신곡은 'Slow Motion'". Newsen (in Korean). Archived from the original on March 8, 2024. Retrieved March 7, 2024.
  6. ^ Myung, Hee-sook (April 4, 2024). "'컴백' 지코, 제니 피처링 출격하나 "확인 어려워" [공식입장]" ['Comeback' Zico will feature Jenny, but "it's difficult to confirm" [Official statement]]. Xsports News (in Korean). Retrieved April 4, 2024 – via Naver.
  7. ^ Jeong, Yu-jin (April 2, 2024). "'솔로 데뷔 10주년' 지코, 이달 말 신곡 컴백" [‘10th Anniversary of Solo Debut’ Zico, comeback with new song at the end of this month]. News1 (in Korean). Retrieved April 2, 2024 – via Naver.
  8. ^ Choi, Ji-ye (April 4, 2024). "[단독] 블랙핑크 제니, 지코 10주년 컴백 지원사격 "피처링·뮤비 촬영 완료"" [[Exclusive] Blackpink Jennie, supporting Zico's 10th anniversary comeback "Complete filming of featuring and music video"]. TenAsia (in Korean). Retrieved April 4, 2024 – via Naver.
  9. ^ Shin, Min-hee (April 4, 2024). "Blackpink's Jennie to collaborate with Zico on a new song". Korea JoongAng Daily. Retrieved April 4, 2024.
  10. ^ Angan, Kara (April 26, 2024). "BLACKPINK Jennie And ZICO's Collaboration 'SPOT!' Is Out Now — Listen". Billboard Philippines. Retrieved April 26, 2024.
  11. ^ Hicap, Jonathan (April 26, 2024). "Korean rapper Zico drops single featuring BLACKPINK's Jennie". The Manila Bulletin. Retrieved April 26, 2024.
  12. ^ Ziwei, Puah (April 26, 2024). "Zico and BLACKPINK's Jennie drop new collaboration, 'Spot!'". NME. Retrieved April 26, 2024.
  13. ^ Pyo, Kyung-min (April 21, 2024). "Rapper Zico to return with new single featuring BLACKPINK's Jennie". The Korea Times. Retrieved April 21, 2024.
  14. ^ Yoon, So-yeon (April 18, 2024). "Rapper Zico and Blackpink's Jennie to release 'SPOT!' on April 26". Korea JoongAng Daily. Retrieved April 18, 2024.
  15. ^ Hwang, You-mee. "[Today's K-pop] Zico drops snippet of collaboration with Jennie". Korea Herald. Retrieved April 18, 2024.
  16. ^ Ziwei, Puah (April 18, 2024). "Zico and BLACKPINK's Jennie tease new collaboration, 'Spot!'". NME. Retrieved April 18, 2024.
  17. ^ Kim, Min-ji (April 24, 2024). "지코, 1년 9개월 만에 신곡 '스팟!'으로 컴백…제니 지원사격" [Zico returns with new song ‘Spot!’ after 1 year and 9 months… Jenny support fire]. News1 (in Korean). Retrieved April 24, 2024 – via Naver.
  18. ^ Younghyun, Woo (April 25, 2024). "지코와 입맞춘 그녀들은 누구?" [Who Are The Girls Who Kissed Zico?]. W Korea (in Korean). Retrieved April 25, 2024.
  19. ^ Bernardo, Jaehwa (April 26, 2024). "WATCH: Zico, Blackpink's Jennie team up for 'Spot!'". ABS-CBN News. Retrieved April 26, 2024.
  20. ^ a b Kim, Yujin (April 27, 2024). "지코X제니 'SPOT!', 국내외 차트 정상 싹쓸이…MV는 5시간 만에 500만 뷰 돌파" [Zico The MV exceeded 5 million views in 5 hours]. Xsports News. Retrieved April 27, 2024 – via Naver.
  21. ^ ZICO (지코) ‘SPOT! (feat. JENNIE)’ Official MV (Music video). Hybe Labels. April 26, 2024. Archived from the original on April 26, 2024. Retrieved April 26, 2024 – via YouTube.
  22. ^ Ahn, Yun-ji (April 26, 2024). "지코x제니, 'SPOT!' MV 공개..제대로 '찐친' 바이브" [Zico x Jenny, ‘SPOT!’ MV released...proper ‘Jjinchin’ vibe]. Money Today (in Korean). Retrieved April 26, 2024 – via Naver.
  23. ^ Park, Jaehwan (April 27, 2024). "뉴스 : 네이버 TV연예" [Zico (feat. JENNIE)' music video]. KBS Entertainment. Retrieved April 27, 2024 – via Naver.
  24. ^ "NZ Hot Singles Chart". Recorded Music NZ. May 6, 2024. Retrieved May 3, 2024.
  25. ^ "Digital Chart – Week 17 of 2024". Circle Chart (in Korean). Retrieved May 2, 2024.
  26. ^ "SPOT! (feat. JENNIE) - Single". KOZ Entertainment. April 26, 2024. Retrieved April 26, 2024 – via Apple Music.
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