Korean netizens discussed which TWICE song is their favorite, and the majority chose their late 2019 release "Feel Special."
The song itself was highly successful, hitting number one in the Billboard's World Digital Song Sales and the K-Pop Hot 100. It additionally charted on the Gaon Charts, the Philippines Hot 100, the New Zealand Hot Singles, Malaysia's RIM, the Japan Hot 100, and the Canadian Hot 100. It hit platinum in South Korea and won TWICE seven music show wins. Additionally, the album "Feel Special" won the Album Bonsang in the 34th Golden Disc Awards in 2020.
"Feel Special" was produced by the big man at JYP Entertainment himself, Park Jinyoung. It's been noted that the TWICE members had an influence on the creation of the song, as Park Jinyoung himself said he based it off conversations he had with the members. All the members have lines in the song that is drawn from personal struggles.
Fans say that due to how in touch the girls were in the creation of the song, not only are the lyrics outstanding, it also sounds more mature than their past releases. Many note that the lyrics are sad but honest, showing how they truly feel. It's a relatable song that most can relate to, especially if they had ever had to overcome difficult moments in life.
Notably, it's the first title track they promoted as eight members. That year, Mina had taken a hiatus due to anxiety symptoms, and had needed some time to focus on her mental health. Though she had participated in some small activities, like making an appearance for the girls' anniversary fan concert and filming and recording for their latest comeback, she stayed out of the limelight for most of the time TWICE promoted "Feel Special."
Here are some things netizens said about the song:
"I don't listen to TWICE that much, but I listen to this song a lot ever since it's been released."
"Feel Special is a masterpiece."
"When I listened to this song for the first, I cried because it reminded me of myself."
"At first, the song was different from past TWICE songs, so I didn't like. But I actually smiled and felt better on my way home while listening to it."
"Even when I listen to this song without thinking, I end up crying."
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TWICE was formed by the Mnet x JYP Entertainment survival show "SIXTEEN," wherein seven of the members were selected by the finalists, and two members were selected by Park Jinyoung. Tzuyu was added to the group for being the fan favorite and Momo - who was eliminated in a previous episode - was chosen for her dance skills by the A&R team and the trainers. They eventually joined Jihyo, Jeongyeon, Nayeon, Dahyun, Chaeyoung, Mina, and Sana.
The group debuted in 2015 and rose to fame with "Cheer Up." TWICE is the first Korean girl group to earn a Platinum Certification by the Recording Industry Association of Japan (RIAJ). They also ranked third in the Top Artist category of Billboard Japan's 2017 Year-End ranking.
Moreover, TWICE is the first K-pop act to hold a Japanese dome tour. They have since expanded to promote in the U.S.
