EXO's 'First Snow' Continues to Top Charts as a Beloved Winter Ballad

EXO's ballad "First Snow" remains a beloved winter anthem in Korea, consistently re-entering music charts with the arrival of the season's first snow. Its enduring popularity recently culminated in a career-high, topping charts a decade after its release, significantly boosted by a viral TikTok dance challenge in the previous year.

Released on December 9, 2013, as part of EXO's winter special album "[Miracles in December]," "First Snow" is a pop ballad composed by Kenzie, featuring an acoustic guitar sound. The song showcases the distinct voices of all EXO members, including main vocalist D.O., who is recognized for his unique R&B vocals and contributions to the group's emotional repertoire.

Bloggers describe "First Snow" as a song that evokes feelings of first love, nostalgia, and warmth, particularly when the first snow falls. Its lyrics, written from the perspective of a male speaker reminiscing about a past breakup, convey a message of regret and a wish for healing for a former lover, making it a comforting winter track.