Goodbye Stage, But Make It Legendary
On July 19, K-pop girl group H1-KEY (members Seoi, Riina, Hwiseo, and Yel) brought the heat one last time on MBC’s ‘Show! Music Core’, performing their title track ‘It Was Summer’ from their fourth mini-album Lovestruck. This marked their final music show stage—and they made sure we wouldn’t forget it.
Summer Vibes, Served Hot
Decked out in denim crop tops and white mini skirts, the girls gave off the ultimate girl-next-door-meets-pop-princess energy. From the punchy intro to the high-powered choreography, the members commanded the stage with confidence and charisma.
And the performance wasn’t just visually dazzling. With expressive facial acting and tight, precise moves, H1-KEY delivered a stage that felt more like a finale concert than a weekly TV appearance. No surprise fans are calling it a ‘legend-tier’ stage.
‘It Was Summer’—And It Kinda Still Is
Musically, the song leans into rock-pop territory—think soaring vocals over gritty guitar riffs. According to the group’s label, the track captures “the most dazzling and passionate moments in life,” symbolized as summer itself. Add a fast BPM and the members’ standout vocals, and you’ve got a K-pop summer anthem in the making.
The song has already claimed spots on Korea’s top streaming charts like Melon, Genie, Bugs, FLO, and Vibe. Globally, it’s landed on the upper tiers of the iTunes Album Chart and Apple Music, signaling a broader, international impact.
What’s Next for H1-KEY?
Although their music show run for ‘It Was Summer’ has wrapped, H1-KEY’s summer ambitions are far from over. The group is set to appear on variety programs, radio shows, and both virtual and in-person performances. In short? They’re not just singing about summer—they are summer.
As buzz continues to build, it’s looking like H1-KEY might just be this year’s breakout summer queens. Keep your sunnies on—this ride isn’t over yet.
