Boy group RIIZE's 'Impossible' has been recognized as a standout K-pop song of the first half of 2024 by major international publications.
According to Billboard's recent list, 'The 20 Best K-Pop Songs of 2024 (So Far): Critic's Picks', RIIZE's 'Impossible' was included.

Billboard highlighted 'Impossible' as "a song that blends intense Euro house beats with hopeful vocals, evoking urgency and determination." They introduced it as "one of this year's most inspiring K-pop songs, enhanced further by its fast-paced choreography featuring dynamic kicks."

Similarly, UK's prominent music outlet NME selected 'Impossible' for their 'The 15 best K-pop songs of 2024 - so far', praising RIIZE for "depicting vibrant youth scenes through music, transcending the ordinary." They remarked, "'Impossible', an ecstatic house track, transports listeners into a dreamy summer day."

'Impossible' garnered attention upon its release in April, receiving acclaim from US media outlets like Rolling Stone, Teen Vogue, and EUPHORIA, which predicted it to be "the song of the summer." Currently, it has accumulated over 20 million streams on Spotify, reflecting its global appeal.

As RIIZE's prologue single before their debut mini-album, 'Impossible' marked their venture into house music, characterized by rhythmic beats and enigmatic synthesizers, conveying a message that when pursuing the same dream together, nothing is impossible.

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Squid Game star Wi Ha Joon shared his honest approach to dating, leaving fans impressed with his candid personality.

On the November 24 episode of SBS's "My Little Old Boy," Wi Ha Joon appeared as a special guest and charmed everyone with his straightforward take on relationships.

When Seo Jang Hoon asked, "Are you really direct in relationships?" Wi Ha Joon confidently replied, "If I’m drawn to someone, I always express my feelings. I don’t hide them."

Curious, Seo Jang Hoon then asked if he’d ever been turned down. Wi Ha Joon admitted, "Yes, it’s happened before. But I always tell them, ‘I don’t regret liking you. You’re worth it.’"

Seo Jang Hoon couldn’t help but tease, "And then you move on to someone else right away?" Shin Dong Yup joined in, joking, "You go around telling everyone, ‘You’re worth it.’"

The lighthearted banter continued with Seo Jang Hoon adding, "With your looks and charm, I bet it doesn’t take long for you to win someone over," while Shin Dong Yup humorously quipped, "You’re valuable, so let me know if you ever break up with your boyfriend."

Flustered but laughing along, Wi Ha Joon joked, "I think I said something wrong," making the studio burst into laughter.

Later, Wi Ha Joon stole the hearts of the Mom-vengers—the celebrity moms on the show—by delivering a playful yet sultry line, leaving everyone swooning.

Wi Ha Joon’s honesty and charm definitely made a lasting impression on the show!

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