Singer WOODZ’s(Cho Seung-youn)self-composed song ‘Drowning’ topped Melon’s Top 100 chart.

As of 12 AM on the 7th, ‘Drawning’ ranked 1st on Melon’s main chart TOP 100.Since first entering the chart in October of last year, it has maintained its top rank by steadily rising.In addition, it has proven its unwavering influence by achieving notable results on major music platforms, such as reaching 1st place on Genie, YouTube Music, and Apple Music.

The ‘Drowning’ reverse craze that started in October of last year continues to be a hot topic on music charts as well as on the KBS2 ‘Immortal Songs’ Armed Forces Day special stage video, and the video has surpassed 12.6 million views.

This is especially meaningful given that the popularity of ‘Drawn’ continues even though Woods is serving in the military.

‘Drowning’ is a track from WOOZ’s 5th mini-album ‘OO - LI’ released in April 2023.WOOZ participated in writing the lyrics and composing the song himself, and it is a song that delicately yet powerfully expresses the sadness felt after a loved one leaves.

Even while serving in the military, Woods is proving his undiminished popularity and writing his own solid narrative.Expectations are rising for the music and activities he will unfold in the future as he enters a new heyday.

Woods is scheduled to be discharged from his military service on July 21, and will perform at Japan’s largest music festival, ‘Summer Sonic 2025’ in August.

Reporter Jeon Hyo-jin, Donga.com jhj@donga.com

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