How Seventeen, Filipino Carats connect through music

Songs that showcase how Seventeen, Filipino Carats connect through music

/ 05:11 PM January 25, 2025

How Seventeen and Filipino fans, or Carats, connect through music. Image: Courtesy of Pledis Entertainment

Seventeen during the first day of their “Right Here” show in Bulacan. Image: Courtesy of Pledis Entertainment

It has been nine years since Seventeen visited the Philippines for the first time. Despite the language barrier, the K-pop boy group built a loving connection with the country and their fans (also known as Carats) through the years.

Seventeen visited the Philippines to engage in fan events, strike a pose for their “Teen, Age” album shoot, or simply take some time off the spotlight apart from their tours. The 13-member unit is one of the biggest K-pop groups today but their appreciation for Filipino Carats never waned. As of this writing, the group has toured the Philippines seven times.

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“I don’t think we will ever forget this, Philippines,” Vernon said on the second day of their “Right Here” show in Bulacan earlier this month. “We had so much fun. Your energy, your love, it was insane, that Filipino love is real.”

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Meanwhile, Mingyu said the group will “make sure to come back soon,” which was met with excitement from the audience. “It’s been a while since we came back but thank you for welcoming us like this,” he said in Korean during the show’s first day.

“I missed you so much. I’m happy [to meet] you again. We will make sure to come back soon so please wait. We will prepare a good album and good songs, and come back,” he continued.

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It is common knowledge that Filipinos have always been passionate about their favorite artists. Seventeen’s two-day Bulacan shows — as well as the group’s Carat Station with a streaming platform — were no different. Here are some songs that showcase the connection between the group and their fans.

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‘Snap Shoot’ from ‘An Ode (2019)’

What originally started as a private joke among Filipino Carats turned into some sort of a tradition whenever Dino’s part came on. It has been one of the favorite songs of Filipino Carats ever since, as it shows support for the group’s youngest member, who is dubbed as the “Philippines’ superstar” on social media.

A bright and cheerful track from the group’s “An Ode” album, “Snap Shoot” talks about enjoying life to the fullest even at its most mundane moments. The song is co-written by the group’s chief producer Woozi, Vernon, S.Coups, Mingyu and music producer Bumzu in what seems to be a hopeful message to enjoy life on your own terms with no care of what the world says.

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‘Very Nice’ from ‘Love & Letter Repackage album (2016)’

A Seventeen show is incomplete without the traditional “never-ending” “Very Nice.” Whether it’s a world tour or a prestigious event like the 2024 Lollapalooza Berlin music festival, the song will always be part of the group’s setlist. One of its most noteworthy moments was the second day of their tour in the country, where they allowed their fans to sing the whole song.

Co-written by Woozi, Bumzu, S.Coups and Vernon, “Very Nice” is arguably one of the most popular Seventeen songs to date. The track talks about impressing one’s crush but it’s the catchy “Aju (very) nice” hook and Seungkwan’s high notes at the bridge that makes it a favorite among fans and casual listeners.

‘Super’ from ‘FML (2023)’

“Super” combines Seventeen’s mature and energetic side while displaying their determination to “always win.” While the percussion (heard throughout its three-minute length) and drums, as well as the members’ fuller pitch, seem overwhelming at first, what makes it endearing is the upfront display of the members’ love for each other — as shown in the “I love my team / I love my crew” hook in the chorus.

The track showcases Seventeen’s performance skills at its peak. At the same time, it also displays how far their fans can go in matching up with their overwhelming energy.

‘Ash’ from ‘Face the Sun (2022)’

Dark, gripping and sexy, “Ash” is considered one of the popular fan favorites as it displays Seventeen’s members embracing their masculinity in all their glory. The track is heavily laden with trap beats, deep voices, and the intentional use of autotune without drowning out their vocals. It’s a display of the group emerging from the fire as they’re set to fly “to the sun, to the moon, [and to] another world.”

‘Ima – Even If the World Ends Tomorrow’ from ‘Always Yours (2023)’

Electric guitar riffs aside, “Ima – Even If the World Ends Tomorrow” is a bittersweet track that talks about making the most out of your life as the world ends. The song contains the lyrics “Our last dance and last chance / Even if the whole world ended tonight / I just want to cherish what it is we have now” in what seemed to be a reminder to cherish life to its fullest.

“Ima” is considered one of the group’s gut-wrenching songs and fan favorites, which explains their excitement as soon as its guitar riffs are heard in their Bulacan show. The track was first released in Japanese and Korean.

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‘Home’ from ‘You Made My Dawn (2019)’

“Home” is a heartfelt dedication to one’s definition of home. Containing the lyrics “I don’t want to always be afraid / I’m someone who you can come to / You’re someone who I can go to,” the track is a display of an ideal home that can be seen either through a person or a favorite spot.

The song is also noted for showcasing Seventeen’s ability to remain in sync due to its difficult choreography, particularly its triple axel spin in the refrain.

‘Cheers to youth’ from ‘17 Is Right Here (2024)’

“Cheers to youth” puts the spotlight on Seventeen’s vocal unit consisting of Woozi, Seungkwan, DK and Joshua. Co-written and co-produced by Woozi and Bumzu, the track is inspired by Hoshi’s remark during a conversation among its members.

The song takes cues from the bombastic melodies of J-Rock and the heartfelt lyricism of a K-drama theme song to create a heartwarming banger that will leave fans waving their lightsticks and wiping their tears at the same time. It is also popular among fans on social media, as many would use “Cheers to youth” as background music while looking back at their favorite memories.

‘God of Music’ from ‘Seventeenth Heaven (2023)’

It’s not a Seventeen song without a cheerful melody and a catchy hook à la “Kung chi pak chi,” which can be seen in the case of “God of Music.” Often chanted in concerts — with videos in the Philippines going viral on social media — the track is a celebration of music that unites people of different cultures and backgrounds.

While Mingyu’s “Seventeen to the world” seems like the group’s declaration to make it big, it’s a hopeful glimpse into the future where differences shouldn’t be a problem when it comes to music — and the group is ready to make it happen.

TAGS: K-Pop, Pledis Entertainment, Seventeen

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