"Killing Me" is a song by South Korean singer Chung Ha. It was released as a special single on November 29, 2021, through MNH Entertainment, and Stone Music Entertainment.
Background On November 19, 2021, Chung Ha announced that she will be releasing a special single titled "Killing Me" on November 29.
Composition and lyrics "Killing" was written by Chung Ha and Jo Yoon-kyung, and composed by Musikality, Celine Svanbäck, Jeppe London, Mich Hansen, and Sam Merrifield. It runs for two minutes and forty-four seconds. The song is up-tempo pop and uses synth to transition to an EDM-heavy chorus. Lyrically it compares the monotony and helplessness of life, particularly that caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, to a tunnel and speaks of the light at the end.
Critical reception
Following its release, music critics gave "Killing Me" positive reviews. Lim Dong-yeop, writing for IZM, commented that the accompaniment and music "capture the overall atmosphere" and said that Chung Ha successfully conveys hope through "Killing Me". Angela Patricia Suacillo of NME praised the production, particularly the synth transition to an EDM chorus and the "sleek drop" that drives the vocals. Suacillo also wrote that the combination of Chung Ha's vocals and the music video made for "a powerful track that speaks to the collective hurt for the times."
Music video The music video was released on November 29, 2021. In the video, Chung Ha attempts to recover from a breakup, partying with friends. However, she ultimately sits on a couch alone in the middle of the party.
Credits and personnel Chung Ha – vocals, lyrics Kim Yeon-seo – background vocals Jo Yoon-kyung – lyrics Musikality – composition, arrangement Celine Svanbäck – composition Jeppe London – composition, arrangement Mich Hansen – composition Sam Merrifield – composition Cutfather – arrangement Jeong Eun-kyung (Ingrid Studio) – recording Alwan (Alawn Music Studios) – mixing Kwon Nam-woo (821 Mastering Sound) – mastering
Charts +Chart performance for "Killing Me" Chart (2021) Peakposition South Korea (Gaon) 102 South Korea (K-pop Hot 100) 69 South Korean Albums (Gaon) 11 US World Digital Song Sales (Billboard) 9
Release history + Release formats for "Killing Me"RegionDateFormatLabel Various November 29, 2021
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