Horror Song of the Day: Monster (by Irene & Seulgi)

Posted on October 31, 2025 by Arleigh

“Monster” by Irene & Seulgi (sub-unit of the K-pop girl group Red Velvet) dives into a dark and captivating space, blending eerie visuals with a sound that really sticks with you. The music video channels the vibe of classic sapphic vampire films, especially those atmospheric, haunting works by Jean Rollin. Irene takes on the role of a succubus-like figure, this hypnotic presence who seems to dominate Seulgi both visually and emotionally. Their movements, cold doll-like expressions, and the green light symbolizing possession all come together to paint a picture of seduction as a form of power struggle, where desire and control are beautifully intertwined.

Sonically, the song pushes boundaries with a mix of dark pop, industrial beats, and dubstep textures. The production is sharp, with synths that cut through like shadows and a bassline that grabs hold and won’t let go. Irene and Seulgi’s vocals glide between whispery softness and fierce intensity, capturing the delicate balance of temptation and danger that drives the song’s energy. The repetitive hook has a spell-like quality, reinforcing the feeling of being caught by this irresistible “monster.”

What really makes “Monster” stand out is how the song and video come together to create a seamless fusion of horror and sensuality. This isn’t just spooky imagery matched with a dark sound—it’s a fully immersive experience that captures the intoxicating mix of fear and desire. The supernatural themes of possession and seduction fit perfectly with the song’s hypnotic beats and evocative vocal delivery. “Monster” tells a story framed in shadows and light, a stylish journey where eroticism and horror enhance each other, pulling the listener deeper into its mesmerizing hold.

Monster

My move is unique
Not ordinary
1 2 5 to 7
I’m a dancer in the darkness
I’ll crack every joint in my body
And come close to your bed
I’ll horribly steal your heart
And dominate you

Under a single lighting, why are there two shadows?
I guess something else woke up inside me
I’m a little monster, be scared of me
I’m bothering you making you dream only about me
I’ll dance and play as I cast a spell
On your body in a nightmare
I’m a little monster
I’m a little monster

I rose from
The ashes in the cold ground
From dusk to dawn
I still exist
I don’t hate this madness
I’m having fun
You can’t get out
Don’t run away, you’ll get hurt
I save you and tease you again
Oh I’m perfect and messed up again

I’m a little monster, be scared of me
I’m bothering you making you dream only about me
I’ll dance and play as I cast a spell
On your body in a nightmare
I’m a little monster
I’m a little monster

See, I’m just playing
No bad intentions
I’m small but dangerous
Who would refuse me?
It’s time for the red sun to rise at dawn
Now that you are relieved
You try to come out of the dream
But monster lives forever

Hottie of the Day: Bae Joo-hyun

Posted on February 19, 2019 by Arleigh

BAE JOO-HYUN

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It’s been awhile since the site has been graced with a particular beauty. Despite the title of the feature, this was something that doesn’t happen on a daily basis just for the fact that I’m pretty picky on who I choose to be the next visual.

Since it’s K-Pop which has brought me back to a semblance of activity on this here site of mine it’s just natural that it would be a visually stunning and talented K-Pop artist who is the site’s latest “Hottie of the Day.” It’s also not a surprise that she’s a member of my favorite K-Pop group.

The latest entry comes courtesy of the group Red Velvet’s leader and group visual: Irene aka Bae Joo-hyun.

Irene was born March 29, 1991 in Daegu, South Korea and for the past 5 years has been the leader and member of the K-Pop girl group Red Velvet. As with most K-Pop idols, she would join one of the K-Pop entertainment corporation SM Entertainment in 2009 and spend the next 5 years as a trainee (learning how to hone her dancing, singing and stage performances in addition to the usual school work).

She would soon debut in 2014 as a member and the leader of SM Entertainment’s newest girl group, Red Velvet. the group’s success will propel the group to becoming one of K-Pop’s top girl groups of the current era. It would also open up new areas of opportunity for Irene as she’s spent time between album’s as tv hosts for some of South Korea’s many variety shows.

Irene’s latest achievement comes from the modeling side of her career as she has become the latest muse for the exclusive luxury jewelry brand Damiani for their 2019 collection. This makes her the first Asian to become a muse for the Italian jeweler.

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Song of the Day: Make Me Love You (by Taeyeon)

Posted on February 14, 2019 by Arleigh

Taeyeon Make Me Love You

Happy Valentine’s Day everyone.

It’s not too much a surprise that today’s latest Song of the Day is very much Valentine’s Day or, at the very least, romance-related. The song chosen comes courtesy of Taeyeon’s ballad from her first full-length album, My Voice, which saw it released in 2017.

“Make Me Love You” actually was part of the album’s deluxe edition which was released a couple months later with the song part of a trio of new one added just for this new edition.

The song has an R&B pop ballad sound that does a great job in incorporating Taeyeon’s unique voice. There’s a reason that for many year’s now that she’s been one of K-Pop’s top soloist in addition as being part of the biggest girl group in the country as leader and Main vocalist of Girls’ Generation.

We have a song that where Taeyeon seems to almost speak to the listener. For the listener to take the leap in allowing the romance begin between them and singer. It’s a ballad that speaks to the anticipation of a potential new romance and also the self-doubt that everyone goes through whenever one should or should not make the first move, leap or step in making it happen.

Song of the Day: Ice Cream Cake (by Red Velvet)

Posted on December 24, 2018 by Arleigh

Red Velvet Ice Cream Cake

For the most part all the K-pop I’ve shared have been on the more mature sounding side of the spectrum. As I mentioned before, for some this side of K-pop is more to their liking while others prefer the more cute and bouncy side of the genre.

Pantsukudasai56 has made it known that he is into K-pop and, for the most part, also J-pop (though from what I could gather it’s more the latter than the former). I can see why he’s more drawn to the cute and bouncy side of K-pop since J-pop has made that type of pop a cottage industry in Japan’s music scene.

So, just to show that K-pop is not just what I enjoy listening to, but what others have come to find entertaining and interesting, I give you Red Velvet’s “Ice Cream Cake” from the mini-album of the same name which came out right after their first debut singles, “Happiness” and “Be Natural.”

The song is a far cry from the R&B and jazzy sound of “Be Natural” but instead has a blend of drum and bass and dance pop that’s the staple of what non-fans think K-pop sound is all about. While the song does have that cute and bouncy sound, not to mention a video with visuals to match it, there’s also a subtle discordant layer to the proceedings. Whether it’s the group doing a haunting harmony that helps start off the song and returns throughout the song right up to some discordant chords.

Even the lyrics of the song could be mistaken for just your typical K-pop song about young love, or as some have mistaken just about ice cream cake. Yet, at further listening and understanding of the song’s translated lyrics there’s more than a hint and level of double entendre and innuendoes to the song’s wordplay.

So, for those who like their K-pop visually popping and bouncy with the vocals to match then Red Velvet’s “Ice Cream Cake” is a nice starter.