The title track “Klaxon” is an energetic summer dance song that heralds the arrival of summer with its refreshing sounds of strings and brass, groovy bass and rhythm guitar. The catchy chorus, which incorporates the sound of a car horn, and the retro word “Klaxon” bring an elegant Y2K vibe, reinterpreted with (G)I-DLE’s unique style.
A week after its release, (G)I-DLE’s “Klaxon” ranked in the top 20 on Melon and Genie’s daily charts, and eighth on Bugs’ daily charts. The music video, which resembles a musical, continued to generate interest and remained at #3 on YouTube’s trending chart.
Hangul
[Intro: Soyeon]
What time is it now?
Time for summer, mm
One, two
[Verse 1: Soyeon]
It may sound a little crazy, but I’m in love with you.
Oh-oh, ooh-oh, oh-oh, ooh-oh
Stop cursing with your eyes, I’ll fall more in love with you
Oh-oh, ooh-oh, oh-oh, ooh-oh (Yeah)
[Pre-Chorus: Minnie, Yuqi]
A romantic and dramatic show that is better than a movie
The moment you first saw me, I was your eternal half
I’ll pretend I didn’t see, I’ll pretend I didn’t hear, I’ll try to get over it, it’s impossible
I’ll yell at you to leave the car
[Chorus: Miyeon, Shuhua]
I love you baby
Hey, look at me, lady
더 press the horn
She-she-she-honks
또 press the horn
She-she-she-honks
Hey, jump in, honey
[Post-Chorus: Minnie, Yuqi]
Ooh, ooh-ah, ooh
Ooh, ooh-ah, ooh
Ooh, ooh-ah, ooh
Honk, press the horn
Ooh, ooh-ah, ooh
Ooh, ooh-ah, ooh
Ooh, ooh-ah, ooh
Honk, press the horn
(Only you)
[Verse 2: Soyeon, Miyeon, Shuhua]
Yes, how about a ride in an open car?
“Wannabe” by the Spice Girls 틀고, okay?
Hey, just looking at her, that woman is sick.
Stop looking and stand next to the belt or the hawk.
Pretty hot stuff, hot, beautiful stuff
But don’t worry, I don’t want a boy’s toy
Pause for a moment on the shoulder
It attacks without even batting an eye
[Pre-Chorus: Yuqi, Shuhua]
A ballad-like romantic show that’s better than hip-hop
The moment I first saw you, it was a perfect match.
I’ll try to pretend I didn’t see him and never hear him again.
I’ll yell at you to leave the car
[Chorus: Miyeon, Shuhua]
I love you baby
Hey, look at me, lady
더 press the horn
She-she-she-honks
또 press the horn
She-she-she-honks
Hey, jump in, honey
[Bridge: Minnie]
Hey, I love you
I want to do an interview
Ah, yes, I’m yours
perfect the true lover
Hey, I love you
I want to do an interview
Ah, yes, I’m yours
perfect the true lover
[Chorus: Yuqi, Minnie]
I love you baby
Hey, look at me, lady
더 press the horn
She-she-she-honks
또 press the horn
She-she-she-honks
Hey, jump in, honey
[Post-Chorus: Minnie, Miyeon, Soyeon
Ooh, ooh-ah, ooh
Ooh, ooh-ah, ooh
Ooh, ooh-ah, ooh
Honk, honk, hit the klaxon
Ooh, ooh-ah, ooh
Ooh, ooh-ah, ooh
Ooh, ooh-ah, ooh
Honk, honk, hit the klaxon
Romanized
[Intro: Soyeon]
What time is it now?
Time for summer, mm
One, two
[Verse 1: Soyeon]
Jom michin sori gatjiman nel nege banhaesseo
Oh-oh, ooh-oh, oh-oh, ooh-oh
Thank you for your pilgrimage, you will be ppajyeosseo
Oh-oh, ooh-oh, oh-oh, ooh-oh (Yeah)
[Pre-Chorus: Minnie, Yuqi]
Yeonghwaboda meotjin romantic drama show
There’s a cheoeum bon arm that you don’t like
Tto Mot Bon Cheok, Mot Deureun Cheok, Neomeogaryeo Haji, Eorimeopseo
Chatteonagara sorichil geoya
[Chorus: Miyeon, Shuhua]
I love you baby
I’m sorry, ma’am
Deo honked
She-she-she-honks
To honk
She-she-she-honks
Hey, jump in, honey
[Post-Chorus: Minnie, Yuqi]
Ooh, ooh-ah, ooh
Ooh, ooh-ah, ooh
Ooh, ooh-ah, ooh
Honk, press the horn
Ooh, ooh-ah, ooh
Ooh, ooh-ah, ooh
Ooh, ooh-ah, ooh
Honk, press the horn
(Only you)
[Verse 2: Soyeon, Miyeon, Shuhua]
Yes, will you cut the eoctae?
“Wannabe” by the Spice Girls, okay?
Yes, that’s not right.
Geuman hilkkeumdaego belteuna mae yeope
Pretty hot stuff, hot, beautiful stuff
But don’t worry, I don’t want a boy’s toy
Jamkkan gatgire meomchwo
Kkamppagido an kyeogo deopchyeo
[Pre-Chorus: Yuqi, Shuhua]
Hipapboda meotjin balladeutik romantic show
Neo cheoeum bon sungan wanjeon ttak cheonsaengyeonbuningeol
Haji Eorimeopseo – Haji Eorimeopseo
Chatteonagara sorichil geoya
[Chorus: Miyeon, Shuhua]
I love you baby
I’m sorry, ma’am
Deo honked
She-she-she-honks
To honk
She-she-she-honks
Hey, jump in, honey
[Bridge: Minnie]
Hey, I love you
I want to do an interview
Ah, yes, okay
Wanbyeokan the true lover
Hey, I love you
I want to do an interview
Ah, yes, okay
Wanbyeokan the true lover
[Chorus: Yuqi, Minnie]
I love you baby
I’m sorry, ma’am
Deo honked
She-she-she-honks
To honk
She-she-she-honks
Hey, hop in, honey
[Post-Chorus: Minnie, Miyeon, Soyeon]
Ooh, ooh-ah, ooh
Ooh, ooh-ah, ooh
Ooh, ooh-ah, ooh
Honk, press the horn
Ooh, ooh-ah, ooh
Ooh, ooh-ah, ooh
Ooh, ooh-ah, ooh
Honk, press the horn
Translation
[Intro: Soyeon]
What time is it now?
Time for summer, mm
One, two
[Verse 1: Soyeon]
It may sound crazy but I fell in love with you
(Oh-oh, ooh-oh, oh-oh, ooh-oh)
Don’t look at me like that, I’ve fallen even deeper
Oh-oh, ooh-oh, oh-oh, ooh-oh (Yeah)
[Pre-Chorus: Minnie, Yuqi]
Better than a movie, a dramatic romantic show
At first sight I knew that you are my other half
Don’t pretend you didn’t hear me, it won’t work
I will scream at the top of my lungs
[Chorus: Miyeon, Shuhua, Soyeon]
I love you baby
Hey, look at me, lady
The horn sounds
She-she-she-honks
He honks again
She-she-she-honks
Hey, jump in, honey
[Post-Chorus: Minnie, Yuqi]
Ooh, ooh-ah, ooh, ooh, ooh-ah, ooh
Ooh, ooh-ah, ooh
Honk, press the horn
Ooh, ooh-ah, ooh, ooh, ooh-ah, ooh
Ooh, ooh-ah, ooh
Honk, honk
(Only you)
[Verse 2: Soyeon, Miyeon, Shuhua]
Yes, how about a ride in a convertible?
Spice Girls’ “Wannabe” on, okay?
Hey, that girl is obviously so weird
Don’t look down, just fasten your seat belt
Pretty hot stuff, hot, beautiful stuff
But don’t worry, I don’t want a boy’s toy
Pull over for a minute
No warning
[Pre-Chorus: Yuqi, Shuhua]
Better than hip-hop, a romantic and balladic show
At first sight I knew we were meant to be together
Don’t pretend you didn’t hear me, it won’t work
I will scream at the top of my lungs
[Chorus: Miyeon, Shuhua, Soyeon]
I love you baby
Hey, look at me, lady
The horn sounds
She-she-she-honks
He honks again
She-she-she-honks
Hey, jump in, honey
[Bridge: Minnie]
Hey, I love you
I want to do an interview
Ah, yes, I’m yours
The perfect true lover
Hey, I love you
I want to do an interview
Ah, yes, I’m yours
The perfect true lover
[Chorus: Yuqi, Shuhua, Minnie]
I love you baby
Look at me, lady
The horn sounds
She-she-she-honks
He honks again
She-she-she-honks
Hey, hop in, honey
[Post-Chorus: Minnie, Miyeon, Soyeon]
Ooh, ooh-ah, ooh, ooh, ooh-ah, ooh
Ooh, ooh-ah, ooh
Honk, press the horn
Ooh, ooh-ah, ooh, ooh, ooh-ah, ooh
Ooh, ooh-ah, ooh
Honk, press the horn
The characteristic of “Klaxon” can be described as pleasantly “light”, with its musical composition and lyrical message offering a breezy, seasonal atmosphere that is in stark contrast to the more serious and profound themes present in previous works. While past songs often carried deeper messages or social commentary, “Klaxon” moves away from such complexity, instead opting for a more relaxed and playful vibe. This change is reflected in the song’s witty and intelligent lyrics and its easy-listening melodies that flow effortlessly, making it enjoyable and accessible to a wide audience.
Soyeon said the inspiration for the title track came from her childhood experiences, particularly the phrase “honk honk”, which her mother often used in everyday conversations. He fondly recalls how the term became ingrained in his life, not only because of his mother’s use of it, but also because it is linked to his family’s automotive business. This personal connection to the phrase brought a sense of nostalgia, which Soyeon infused into the song.
Furthermore, Soyeon expressed hope that “Klaxon” will resonate with listeners of all ages. In an interview he stated that he imagines the song to be something that even his grandparents could easily appreciate, underlining his intention to create music that transcends generations. Focusing on lightheartedness and universal appeal, Soyeon’s goal with “Klaxon” is to create a song that everyone from young fans to older listeners can enjoy and connect with.
