QWER Releases Self-Composed Song “Youth Pledge” on YouTube

QWER released the self-composed song “Youth Pledge” on February 28 as a heartfelt gift to fans, marking their 500th day since debut. The band faced criticism early on but proved themselves with multiple hit songs and major awards. By composing their own song, they responded to doubts about their musical abilities, showing their growth and dedication.

QWER Releases Self-Composed Song “Youth Pledge”

On February 28, QWER released their self-composed song “Youth Pledge” on YouTube. This song was a gift to fans, marking 500 days since their debut. The band had previously hinted at its release through their YouTube reality documentary series, “Self-Composed Song Project.” However, the story behind this song runs deeper, reflecting the challenges and criticisms QWER has faced since their debut.

QWER Faces Online Criticism

Since their debut, QWER has endured various forms of online criticism. Initially, members Magenta and Chodan were targeted because of their past as internet streamers. The criticism intensified when Chodan’s past comments against radical feminism and Siyeon’s remarks about marriage and childbirth surfaced. Most of the backlash came from female-dominated online communities with radical feminist leanings. However, as QWER gained recognition through successful albums and awards, the intensity of these attacks diminished.

QWER Overcomes Challenges with Hit Songs and Awards

Despite the negativity, QWER solidified their status as a leading girl band by releasing consecutive hit songs such as “Discord,” “T.B.H,” and “My Name is Malguem.” In particular, “T.B.H” became YouTube Korea’s most popular song of 2024. The band’s success continued with nine wins at major domestic music award ceremonies, proving their strong presence in the industry. Even so, new criticisms arose, with some dismissing them as “fake idols.” In response, QWER released the song “Fake Idol,” silencing their critics once again.

QWER Addresses Criticism About Self-Composed Songs

The final criticism against QWER was that they lacked self-composed songs. Instead of ignoring the issue, the band chose to confront it directly by creating their own music. Through the “Self-Composed Song Project,” they documented their songwriting journey on YouTube. Initially, they planned a song inspired by the feeling of setting sail. However, they later shifted their focus to expressing their emotions before stepping onto the stage. This change, driven by Magenta and Siyeon’s insights, shaped the essence of “Youth Pledge.”

QWER and Self-Composed Song Mark a New Chapter

On February 28, QWER unveiled “Youth Pledge” as a studio-recorded version without mixing or mastering. The track featured only live performances by the band members on drums, bass, guitar, and vocals. This raw and heartfelt approach matched QWER’s artistic style. Fans on MLBPARK likened the song to a Japanese anime soundtrack, describing it as an unpolished yet sincere expression of the band’s journey. Given that QWER’s guitarist and bassist were beginners at debut, their progress in composing and performing their own song was especially meaningful. Fans continue to support them, seeing their gradual growth as an inspiring story in itself.

QWER Self-Composition Journey: Overcoming Criticism

QWER Self-Composition project began as a response to criticism, sparking discussions among fans and critics. Some argued professional collaboration is enough, while others supported QWER’s effort to build a unique narrative.

Here’s a link to MLBPARK.

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