⋆ Korean Title: Small Evil Deeds
⋆ Genre: Dance pop
⋆ Producing Credits: Jacob Attwooll
⋆ Writing/Composing Credits: Jacob Attwooll, Tristan Landymore, Frederick Cox, Conrad Sewell, danke, hitman bang, Lee Seu Ran, Stella Jang, Soobin, Jo Yoon Kyung
About: Beneath its catchy, playful exterior, 'Ice Cream' carries a more sombre message about the fleeting nature of happiness in a harsh reality. The melting ice cream serves as a metaphor for the temporary joy that quickly dissipates in the face of life’s cold truths. Contrasting with the warmth and togetherness from TXT's earlier albums, the song conveys a sense of disillusionment as the boys grapple with their fading dreams. They express their “small evil deed” of wishing others to share in their misery, echoing the emotional isolation explored throughout The Chaos Chapter: FREEZE. [Please note that this is our interpretation of the song's meaning, based on the ongoing narrative of TXT's discography and insights from the members and official press releases. It's perfectly fine to have a different interpretation—after all, that's the beauty of music. ♡]
LYRIC VIDEO: (Be sure to check out the written lyrics below for additional explanations of any lyrics or references not covered in the lyric video)
LYRICS (translations by @translatingTXT)
Ow it’s like ice cream
Everybody wants happiness
I dreamt of it too
Cool happiness for everyone
This sympathetic cliché
Yeah I was a fool
It’s making me crazy crazy
It’s all just an illusion
Every day, it goes tick, tick, tick, tick
Rather than fool, fool, fooling around
Alone, the wish I pray for every day, day, day
Let’s all be doomed
Let’s all be doomed together
I scream, you scream
We all scream for ice cream yeah
Ee-yeah, ee-yeah
Ee-yeah, ee-yeah
It melts and disappears
Like a dream
Unhappy like ice cream yeah
Ee-yeah, ee-yeah
Ee-yeah, ee-yeah
Oh, this really can’t be
The sight of me being the only misfortunate one
It’s unfair
Everything should be doomed
It’s a bit evil, my bad wish
I'll try praying for a small evil deed
In my heart secretly, secretly
I wish for misfortune yeah
Every day, it goes tick, tick, tick, tick
Rather than fool, fool, fooling around
Alone, the wish I pray for every day, day, day
Let’s all be doomed
Let’s all be doomed together
I scream, you scream
We all scream for ice cream yeah
Ee-yeah, ee-yeah
Ee-yeah, ee-yeah
It melts and disappears
Like a dream
Unhappy like ice cream yeah
Ee-yeah, ee-yeah
Ee-yeah, ee-yeah
(I scream, you scream
I scream, you scream
You scream, I scream
You scream, I scream)
(I scream, you scream
I scream, you scream
You scream, I scream
You scream, I scream)
Something feels weird (weird)
Maybe my wish came true (came true)
Everyone is stuck inside their own rooms
I’ve become alone on this night (midnight)
No, it can’t be, please (please)
Can I take back my wish (take it back?)
In the end, I think I’ve become the most unfortunate again
You know what I’m saying, yeah
I scream, you scream
We all scream for ice cream yeah
Ee-yeah, ee-yeah
Ee-yeah, ee-yeah
It's bitter and bitter
But I hope life becomes sweeter and sweeter
Like ice cream yeah
(I scream, you scream
I scream, you scream
You scream, I scream
You scream, I scream)
Helpful Context (Album Series Summary): Following the complexities and challenges that threatened the boys’ dreamlike world at the end of 'The Dream Chapters' and 'Minisode 1,' the 'Chaos Chapters' capture the disruption of this idyllic world as the boys confront the harsh realities and responsibilities of the world that begin to challenge their dreams and relationships. Their daily lives are thrown into turmoil, leaving them feeling frozen and overwhelmed until a transformative presence, represented as 'you,' appears before them. This series marks a transition from the nostalgic themes of earlier chapters to a deeper, more introspective examination of internal and external conflicts. Influenced by real-world events, particularly the COVID-19 pandemic, the 'Chaos Chapters' reflect the broader chaos and struggles inherent in youth.
Helpful Context (Album Summary: The Chaos Chapter: FREEZE): 'The Chaos Chapter: FREEZE' portrays a world where the warmth of friendship and youthful dreams is disrupted by sudden coldness and isolation. The album delves into the emotional freeze experienced when facing the harsh realities of growing up, such as alienation, heartbreak, and confusion. It reflects TXT's efforts to navigate personal and external conflicts amidst the chaos of adolescence. The narrative conveys a sense of being stuck in time, grappling with changes and challenges. Yet, amidst this emotional coldness, the appearance of 'you,'* a special someone, symbolizes warmth and connection, offering moments of hope and resilience.
*The character of 'you' is intentionally broad, allowing for various interpretations. 'You' can be seen as a platonic figure (as depicted in the MVs), a romantic interest (which ties into the transitional chapter Minisode 2), or MOA, TXT’s fans (building on the Dream Chapters, which narrate TXT’s journey from trainees to debut). This broad interpretation of 'you' enables a wide-ranging illustration of TXT’s personal experiences as well as the experiences of youth more broadly.
Helpful Context (Album Summary: The Chaos Chapter: FIGHT OR ESCAPE): 'The Chaos Chapter: Fight or Escape' sees TOMORROW X TOGETHER build upon the narrative of 'The Chaos Chapter: FREEZE,' by delving deeper into their internal and external struggles. The album’s title reflects the crucial choices they face: whether to confront their challenges directly or seek escapism. As a repackage of 'The Chaos Chapter: FREEZE,' this edition introduces two new tracks that expand on the themes of the original album, exploring the tension between facing adversity and the allure of escape. It emphasizes their ongoing battle with fears and uncertainties, showcasing their determination to navigate obstacles and find their path forward while underscoring the value of supportive relationships. The album captures the essence of choosing between fighting against the chaos or finding solace together.
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