Hello to all of my fellow K-Pop and J-Pop fans. It has been a little while since I have engaged with you all. This morning, I wanted to discuss Girls Generation again, this time ranking some of their best hits. Hope you all enjoy my list below.
The Top 15 Most Iconic SNSD Songs:
15. You Think
All members of SNSD showcased their singing talent in this song/music video, especially with Taeyeon, Tiffany and Seohyun. What I particularly liked about this song was the pre chorus build up and how both the main and supporting singers carried the song very well. Additionally, I thought the simple outfits in the music video was commanding because the casual choice of clothes fit well with the vibe of the dance and choreography. The short instances of floor work with their knees was fluid and kept me engaged with the music video throughout the whole time. As much as I liked it, there are still fourteen more songs which I would rank even higher (SMTOWN, YouTube, 2015).
14. Lion Heart
Another great song from SNSD, like "You Think" I enjoyed the build up in this song throughout the pre chorus. The chorus and verses were also delightful to listen to in this song. What stood out to me about the music video was the smooth transition in song story telling about the lion in the video conveyed through their captivating choreography in the middle of the music video. Additionally, the changes in their hair style at the end was perhaps the best way that they could match with the vibes of the song's story (SMTOWN, YouTube, 2015).
13. Baby Baby
A very heart felt and touching music video that shows the unity and togetherness of their group, even though the song is about something different. It was satisfying to hear Seohyun, Jessica and Taeyeon lead into the outro/closing with their powerful voices. Overall the video was a vibrant collection of some of their best moments and it was incredibly heartfelt to watch as a fan (SMTOWN, YouTube, 2011).
12. My J
For this song, the gentleness of their voices was featured and I happened to enjoy it because it is something that I have always known them to have in their performances. I appreciated all of their contributions to make the song sound unique, and I found Sunny's voice (as well as other members) to contribute to the main feeling of the song (GIRLS GENERATION, YouTube, 2019).
11. Barbie Girl
Although this is a K-Pop cover of the original by Aqua (1997), I thought that all the member sang very well in this song. The original was intended as a light hearted and fun song, and SNSD created the same effects in their cover that made it very funny and amusing to listen to (GIRLS GENERATION, YouTube, 2019). Below I embedded Jessica's solo because it is from an official YouTube channel, I could not find one with all of the singing from an official YouTube Channel.
10. Girls Generation
First of all, I thought the idea of them to name both their first full length album and one of their earliest songs "Girls Generation" to be hilarious, yet cleaver because it makes one wonder what the song is all about if they never heard the lyrics before. The video quality shows that it is one of their earlier songs which brings me back to the 2000s. Lastly, it was entertaining to see them play the keyboard and electric guitar and hear the synthesizers in the background. All of those combinations added to the quality of the song (SMTOWN, YouTube, 2011).
9. Galaxy Supernova
Just to put it short, I like the name. Perhaps it is one of the best names of their songs. The music video features some of their best dance moves yet and the background looks very engaging. It is overall a very fun song to listen to (SMTOWN, YouTube, 2013).
8. Mr. Mr.
I know this is a song I mentioned in a previous post this month, but since this is a ranking list based on favorites, I feel that it belongs in this spot. Perhaps the greatest element in this song was the catchy lyrics in addition to the strong pulse of the beats in the background. It is highly recommended being a middle of list song (SMTOWN, YouTube, 2014).
7. Hoot
Another hit song from them. Like "Mr. Mr.", this music video has a great quality that makes it stand out. But instead of it being the lyrics and beats, it was the choreography. The choreography along with the eye-catching wardrobe transitions added to the rhythm and feel of the song very well. That makes it lean towards being one of their best songs in my view (SMTOWN, YouTube, 2010).
6. I Got a Boy
Very dynamic and strong dance moves throughout. The song has a great pre chorus build up and the best part of the song is featured in the second half. My favorite parts are the middle and ending of the song. The music video and song felt like a big combination of the lyrical nature of "Mr. Mr." and the engaging choreography of "Hoot". It was truly a very satisfying song to listen to when it comes to K-Pop music (SMTOWN, YouTube, 2012).
5. Kissing You
This is one of their songs that I often revisit throughout the year. The song's lyrics are very meaningful and the simplicity of their outfits and dances is one of the reasons why I rank this music video so high. I would greatly recommend the song because of the type of story the music video/song tells which is very fitting for a K-Pop song (SMTOWN, YouTube, 2011).
4. Paparazzi
One of my favorite songs of their's to listen to. It is another song I previously mentioned and for a good reason. Whenever I listen to it, I usually watch it on YouTube on my Nintendo Switch before I get ready for the day's major responsibilities. The reason why is because it is such an energizing song and music video, and is altogether very fun to listen to. Do you all listen to this song in the same way, or do you have a different way of listening to the music (SMTOWN, YouTube, 2012)?
3. Gee
One of their most popular songs worldwide and the third song on this list that I have mentioned previously. It is simply one of the best because it is one of the first songs I have ever listened to from them. Not only that, but a brief look at the comments on YouTube, you will find that fans assert how iconic the song is. For these reasons together, I believe it deserves to be in the top 3 spot on this list (SMTOWN, YouTube, 2009).
2. The Boys
A very powerful song of theirs and it's my second favorite from them. The song and music video goes hard with bold dance moves and upbeat lyrics. What was really strong about this song is giving Sunny and Yoona a lot of song time so that the audience could enjoy their singing talent along with the three lead singers and other supporting singers. As the audience, what was your reaction giving Sunny and Yoona more singing time by the producers, songwriters, SM Entertainment, and perhaps their vocal coach and SNSD members themselves? Overall,it is truly one of their best songs of all time, but it is not my number one favorite (SMTOWN, YouTube, 2011).
1. Oh*
My personal opinion here, but the reason this is my number one favorite song comes down to many reasons. First, it comes down to liking the locker room and cheerleader concept in the music video. Second, it comes down to the background music. Third, is because of the engaging choreography which I find to be my favorite choreography from all of their music videos. I feel this music video is a total standout to listen to when one feels like being entertained by K-Pop music with very talented singers (SMTOWN, YouTube, 2009).
Conclusion
And that concludes my ranking of the "Top 15 Most Iconic Girls Generation Songs Ranked". Instead of asking if you agree or disagree with me, this time I wanted to ask how you would rank Girls Generation's songs? It does not have to be up to 15, but you are free to add more than 15 if you want to show how big of a fan you are of Girls Generation's songs.
