Love Dive -
Released in April 2022, "LOVE DIVE" by IVE didn't just top the charts—it became a cultural phenomenon that cemented the group's "chaebol-crush" identity. As their second single, it successfully navigated the high expectations set by their debut, eventually winning at major awards like the Melon Music Awards.
How it compares to their later hits like or "I AM" . [Review] LOVE DIVE – IVE – KPOPREVIEWED LOVE DIVE
: It uses a hollow, percussion-heavy instrumental that lets the group's vocals shine. Released in April 2022, "LOVE DIVE" by IVE
: The "mirror" choreography during the Narcissistic line reinforced the self-love theme. [Review] LOVE DIVE – IVE – KPOPREVIEWED :
The dance was designed to be as "graceful as a dive," focusing on smooth transitions and rhythmic shoulder shimmies.
Musically, the track is described as a evolution from their debut "ELEVEN".
: Interestingly, the original demo for the song was titled "Love Bites" before it was adapted to the "Love Dive" swimming metaphor. Soloist Sunmi revealed she was offered the demo first but felt it better suited a group. Choreography and Impact