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"Ringo"
Limited A edition cover
Single by Itzy
from the EP Ringo
LanguageJapanese
ReleasedSeptember 27, 2023 (2023-09-27)
GenreJ-pop
Length3:29
Label
Composer(s)
  • Scott Russell Stoddart
  • JJean
Lyricist(s)
  • Yu-ki Kokubo
  • Seo Yongwon
Itzy singles chronology
"Cake"
(2023) 		"Ringo"
(2023) 		"Untouchable"
(2024)
Music video
"Ringo" on YouTube

"Ringo" is a song recorded by South Korean girl group Itzy, released as the lead single from their first Japanese studio album of the same name. The single was digitally released on September 27, 2023, through Warner Music Japan ahead of the full album's October 18 release.

Background and release

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On August 7, 2023, JYP Entertainment announced that Itzy would release their first Japanese album, Ringo, on October 18, 2023, through Warner Music Japan.[1] Shortly after, the group revealed additional details about the album, including the tracklist and promotional schedule, confirming "Ringo" as the lead single.[2][3] On September 27, the title track "Ringo" was released digitally ahead of the album, along with its official music video that emphasizes the song's dark fairy tale concept.[4][5]

Following its release, Itzy performed the lead single live for the first time at NHK's 101 Studio in Tokyo on October 14.[6] They held a collaboration event with Tower Records Japan for the release of Ringo from October 7 to 31.[7] Itzy also performed "Ringo" live on November 8 as part of the acclaimed The First Take series, featuring a live band arrangement that showcased their live vocals.[8] The performance was noted for highlighting the group's vocal strengths.[9]

Composition

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"Ringo" was composed by Scott Russell Stoddart and JJean, with lyrics written by Yu-ki Kokubo and Seo Yongwon.[10] Backing vocals are provided by Aico.[11] The track features energetic and cinematic production, blending whimsical melodies that complement its fairy tale motif.[12] Using the poisoned apple as a central symbol, the lyrics explore themes of self-empowerment, independence, and rewriting one's personal story.[13]

Music Video

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The music video for "Ringo" premiered on September 27, 2023,[14] visually complementing the song's fairy tale-inspired themes.[15][16] Set in a dark fantasy world, the video portrays Itzy as empowered heroines who reject the traditional "damsel in distress" narrative.[17] A recurring motif throughout the video is the poisoned apple, a direct reference to the Snow White story, symbolizing both temptation and strength to take control of one's narrative.[18]

Credits and personnel

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Credits adapted from Melon.[19]

Personnel

  • Itzy – vocals
  • Aico – backing vocals
  • Scott Russell Stoddart – composition
  • JJean – composition
  • Yu-ki Kokubo – lyrics
  • Seo Yongwon – lyrics
  • Goo Hyejin – recording
  • Lee Sangyeop – recording
  • Kim Min-hee – digital editing
  • Lee Taesub – mixing
  • Kwon Namwoo – mastering

Release history

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Release history for "Ringo"
Region Date Format Label
Various September 27, 2023

References

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  1. ^ "ITZY to release first Japanese full-length album 'Ringo' in October". koreajoongangdaily. August 9, 2023. Retrieved July 23, 2025.
  2. ^ "ITZY OFFICIAL SITE". ITZY OFFICIAL SITE (in Japanese). Retrieved July 29, 2025.
  3. ^ "Itzy promotional schedule". instagram. Retrieved July 23, 2025.
  4. ^ You-mee, Hwang (August 9, 2023). "[Today's K-pop] Itzy to roll out 1st LP in Japan". The Korea Herald (in Korean). Retrieved July 29, 2025.
  5. ^ "「RINGO」Music Video解禁！". ITZY OFFICIAL SITE (in Japanese). Retrieved July 23, 2025.
  6. ^ "ITZY perform Ringo at NHK「Venue101」 10月14日（土）放送回". NHK. Retrieved July 27, 2025.
  7. ^ "ITZY JAPAN 1st Album『RINGO』を記念してタワーレコードカフェとコラボ実施！". ITZY OFFICIAL SITE (in Japanese). Retrieved July 29, 2025.
  8. ^ "ITZY Performs 'Ringo' on THE FIRST TAKE". tokyohive. Retrieved July 23, 2025.
  9. ^ "ITZY、生バンドアレンジで「RINGO」披露 ＜THE FIRST TAKE＞ | Daily News". Billboard JAPAN (in Japanese). Retrieved July 23, 2025.
  10. ^ Itzy Ringo - Discogs, October 18, 2023, retrieved July 23, 2025
  11. ^ "RINGO, Itzy". Qobuz. Retrieved July 23, 2025.
  12. ^ "ITZY、初の日本アルバム『RINGO』10・18発売 ジャケ写8種＆収録内容一挙公開". ORICON NEWS. August 7, 2023. Retrieved July 27, 2025.
  13. ^ "ITZY、日本初アルバムタイトル曲「RINGO」MV解禁 全編日本語コメント動画も". ORICON NEWS. September 27, 2023. Retrieved July 27, 2025.
  14. ^ ITZY JAPAN OFFICIAL YouTube Channel (September 26, 2023). ITZY「RINGO」Music Video. Retrieved July 23, 2025 – via YouTube.
  15. ^ "ITZY、"童話・おとぎ話"がテーマの新曲「RINGO」MV公開 | Daily News". Billboard JAPAN (in Japanese). Retrieved July 27, 2025.
  16. ^ "ITZY OFFICIAL SITE". ITZY OFFICIAL SITE (in Japanese). Retrieved July 29, 2025.
  17. ^ "Itzy Bites the Poison Apple in 1st JP Album 'Ringo' • POP TOKKI". POP TOKKI. October 25, 2023. Retrieved July 23, 2025.
  18. ^ Juu (October 21, 2023). "ITZY Are The Heroes Of Their Own Story In 'RINGO'". The Honey POP. Retrieved July 23, 2025.
  19. ^ "Ringo" (in Korean). JYP Entertainment. Retrieved November 7, 2024 – via Melon.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link)
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