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Jeon Soyeon, leader of (G)I-DLE, is currently generating significant buzz as her first solo full-length album's title track, 'I'm Quitting' (퇴사할게여), topped the Melon chart. The song, which started in the 80s, climbed to number one within ten days of its release, particularly resonating with office workers during their commutes, leading to a rapid rise in rankings. Soyeon stated that this album encapsulates her honest thoughts as a 29-year-old.
'I'm Quitting' officially samples and pays homage to EX's 'Please Take Care of Me' (잘 부탁드립니다), a winning song from the 2005 MBC University Song Festival. Soyeon personally contacted Lee Sang-mi of EX to obtain copyright approval, aiming to incorporate EX's unique vocal style and emotional depth. Furthermore, broadcaster Kian84 participated in the narration, adding a realistic and witty touch to the song, with Soyeon explaining she chose him as he is "the person who lives the most romantically."
Bloggers have praised 'I'm Quitting' for delivering a refreshing sense of liberation to modern individuals exhausted by daily overtime and nagging, conveying the message, "I am the true owner of my life." Opinions suggest that the blend of EX's youthful vigor and Soyeon's cynical 'quitting' message creates a fresh harmony that resonates across generations. The track is characterized as modern rock/band music, combining a catchy melody with upbeat hip-hop/pop beats, notable for its cheerful approach to a heavy subject.
