Even though fans were initially confused about the origin of the song's title, the members clarified that 'M.A.F.I.A In The Morning' was based on the popular game 'Mafia'.
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ITZY has returned for their first comeback in 2021. During the media conference for "Guess Who" and the accompanying title song, "MAFIA in the Morning", the ITZY members revealed how JYP Entertainment founder Park Jin Young helped them through the process. creative.
Although fans were initially confused about the origin of the title track, the members clarified that "M.A.F.I.A in the Morning" is based on the popular game "Mafia". Yeji explained that "M.A.F.I.A in the Morning" is a song about hiding emotions in order to win the heart of the person you like.
In the game "Mafia" which is very popular in South Korea, players are divided into two teams. The mafia team must "kill" other players and hide their identities, while others try to arrest them.
This is not ITZY's first song about love, but it certainly represents another new sound for the group. In order to guide the group through the creative process, JYP Entertainment founder and "Mafia In the Morning" co-producer Park Jin Young helped ITZY with the recording process.
Lia revealed that this was Park Jin Young's first time participating in a recording briefing for the group, even though she also wrote one of their songs, "ICY". According to the main vocalist of ITZY, he gave a lot of advice to the members.
Lia explained, "For example, when we were in the recording booth, he suggested that we dim the lights." He went on to say that dimming the lights helped them concentrate more on conveying their sincere feelings on the album.
In addition, Yeji revealed that Park Jin Young also paid attention to the members' appearance. He also encouraged them and set them up for what to expect.
"He told us that the public will be able to witness ITZY's growth through our performances this time," Yeji shared. Filming scenes of the show at 10 locations, Ryujin said "'M.A.F.I.A in the Morning' marks a 'new experience' for the group." (wk / dewi)
