The group BBGIRLS is showcasing a new musical attempt by remaking the original sentimental ballad ‘Hopeful Wish’. They will release the digital single ‘Hopeful Wish’ through various music sites on the 28th at 6 p.m. and embark on a full-fledged remake project. This is a significant musical message presented to the fandom ‘Ppye’ before the first official fan meeting where BBGIRLS will meet fans directly after changing their team name. ‘Hopeful Wish’ is a hit song by Byun Jin-seop that represented the late 1980s mainstream music scene, stimulating the emotions of youth with its unique warm melody and sincere lyrics. BBGIRLS have gIVEn it a modern production and infused it with their own personalities to create a fresh interpretation. Anticipation is high for this remake, which maintains the sentiment of the original while reconstructing it with a 2020s sensibility, potentially forming a transcendent empathy across generations. This remake is also interpreted as part of a strategy to strengthen BBGIRLS’ musical identity beyond simple past reproductions. They continued their momentum with the second single ‘LOVE 2’ in January, following the success of ‘Rollin”, consistently garnering popular responses. Especially, ‘LOVE 2’ has been evaluated as a case of long-term growth among K-POP girl groups, achieving success not only on major domestic charts but also on global platforms. Interest in BBGIRLS is increasing overseas as well. They have topped the K-pop chart on Australia’s iTunes, and ranked high on charts in over 10 countries. They have proven their versatility by entering dance and electronic charts on global platforms like Apple Music and Spotify. ‘Hopeful Wish’, released amidst this trend, is expected to be an opportunity to showcase BBGIRLS’ musical dIVErsity and their willingness to communicate with fans. BBGIRLS are scheduled to have an official face-to-face meeting with fans for the first time since changing their team name on June 8th through the fan meeting ‘Missing File 0803’. As this fan meeting is the first event held after the team name change, it is expected to be a meaningful time to announce a new beginning to fans through music, performance, and heartfelt messages. ‘Hopeful Wish’ is a gift from BBGIRLS to their fans, embodying their sincerity towards fans and raising expectations even higher.
