DAY6 appears to be focusing on solo work this year, with WONPIL making this solo comeback earlier this year (which I have yet to review) and, as of this week, Young K. The bassist of DAY6 has returned with Shut The Door, the lead single from his second studio album YOUNGEST. It is Young K’s first solo release since nothing but from his Letter with Notes studio album from 2023.

Shut The Door is a rather pleasant rock track that comes at the best time. Where I am, the weather is cold, and I have been tired from work (thus the lack of reviews). But Shut The Door joins the list of summer tracks that feel fresh and invigorating, breathing new energy into me. I enjoyed the emphasis on the song’s title in the chorus, which just gives the centrepiece some real oomph. Young K’s vocals are vibrant throughout the track, and I liked the synth/band instrumental’s drive. If anything, the instrumental could have been sharper. This could have made Shut The Door more impactful and ‘hit harder’. What also appeals to me is the song’s message, which also comes at the best time. Shut The Door expresses the message that everything will be okay, even if you need to take some time for yourself. And after the week I had, with my current state of mind, it is reassuring to hear Shut The Door. Don’t worry, I am totally okay; it’s just been one of those weeks where everything has felt uneasy.

The music video sees Young K play an actor on a sitcom, who just isn’t having the best day. He knocks everything over and causes delays in filming. It also doesn’t help that people are scolding him, asking him questions, and someone else is doing his job better. Frustrated, he runs off-set and isolates himself from the film crew. By doing so, he opens himself to a different world and gives himself a break from the constantly moving and packed world around him. Instead, he is able to enjoy some peace and quiet, as depicted by the ‘room on the road’ and field scenes. By taking this time for himself, he is able to return better and stronger, blasting (literally) back into the studio. The music video literally is a visual message reminding us to take some leave to avoid burnout and return invigorated, which is something I should be doing. (Again, don’t worry, I got some leave planned for myself!).

Song – 9/10
Music Video – 9/10
Overall Rating – 9/10