Yoon Seobin Makes a Stylish Comeback with ‘Rizz’

Yoon Seobin returns after almost a year off with his new digital single Rizz. Following his previous release, “Good Morning, Good Night,” in December last year, Rizz marks a stylish comeback for the Korean actor and singer. In a press statement for it, Yoon says, “I wish my music and story could be conveyed well for everyone.”

Rizz is a set of two songs, the title track “Rizz” and “Square.” The personification of the artist’s muses by “Rizz” as a “she” figure lends the lead single an air of proximity and meaning. It’s about Yoon reflecting on the creative inspirations influencing his creative process thus far. 

His impressive vocal delivery is put in motion over a groovy guitar riff just as the dance number begins. A mid-tempo rhythm and his fluid dance work seamlessly in tandem, drawing into its cool sonic realm and spirit for an immersive listening experience. The accompanying music video—a befitting visual portrayal of the song’s sentiments—has gorgeous shots of a warm and summery Los Angeles city interspersed with Yoon’s casual, carefree vibe and cool choreography.

The second track, “Square,” is just as beautiful, and I must say Yoon’s voice is a treat to hear, as delicate as dynamically controlling, perfectly in line with the varied intensity and meaningful lyrics of the song—such as “We are now square”—stressing on an easy, uncomplicated life, a statement of self-acceptance, and a desire to live life free of unnecessary worries. “Square”’s euphonious melody adds to the thought, as does Yoon’s vocal performance.

A unique mix of fuzzy guitar sounds and soulful singing makes “Square” easy on the years, like a love letter to the very essence of living. It sort of calls you on a contemplative journey into the nuances of life. A collaborative effort between Canadian producer John East, the Korean girl group Brown Eyed Girls member JeA, and producer Bae Hwan, “Square” essentially musically explores the human experience, celebrating life that may more often than not be “clumsy yet serious.”

Together with its fine arrangement and expressive performance, the tune delicately alternates between soft and heavy tones, making for a listen that connects you with its themes of joy, reflection, and the quest for a happy life. Yoon’s voice smoothly weaves through its melodic variety, filling its message with an element of emotional resonance, and its sentimental guitar build likewise is also central to its appeal.

The name “Square,” I’d like to point out, is an interesting figurative reflection of the complexity and inconsistencies that surround our everyday lives; life as we know it is where established notions of “happy living” get tested and redefined often. Through the lens of its title, thus, I think “Square” asks one to look at how we usually understand and identify what is truly a happy life, encouraging a departure from the rigid and linear ideas of happiness.