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“Their style is always chic and always forward-thinking.”

Here are some of the references in the video to (hopefully) help clear out any confusion: 1) That fox is a main character from Jonghyun's favorite book, "The Little Prince". Also the shadow of the man behind Onew is Antoine de Saint-Exupery himself (author of The Little Prince). 2) In several cultures the fox bears a symbolic assosiation to the afterlife. In Celtic folklore, in particular: "The ancient Celts considered the Fox an expert on the layout of the forest and held this particular animal in high esteem for it’s wisdom. They also relied upon the Fox with his intuitive sense of direction to be their guide on the path to the spirit world" I don't think the "spirit world" part needs explaining I just want to point out that we did see the boys run through a forest. 3) There is an empty chair in the beginning, on their right and it appears as if they are expecting a 5th person to fill it. Also at the part where they are at the well, there are 5 trees behind them and there is also a 5th person as a shadow inside it. Even tough we can only see four, the members of SHINee are always 5. The point when they are looking inside the well itself is also a scene from "The Little Prince" book illustrations. 4) The pearl aqua blue lighting throughout the MV and the pearl aqua "stage" they dance on is a tribute to their fandom, SHAWOL (pearl aqua blue is the fandom's official color). It alludes to the fact that the fandom is always there to illuminate them (SHINee means "the one who receives the light", the fandom provides said light) and support them (stage). 5) A lot of fans have been saying that the MV alludes to the stages of grief: i) Denial & Isolation - at several points of the MV ii) Anger - Key smashing the piano iii) Bargaining - The lyrics iv) Depression - again, at several points of the MV, esp the part where they appear to be drowning. v) Acceptance - The dance. The choreographer is world-renowned Japanese choreographer, Koharu Sugawara, who is known for her interpretive dance style. At first, their moves are too slow- they are almost idle. As the song goes on, their dance picks up and at the end of the song, their dance starts to match the upbeat tempo of the song- but still not at 100%. 6) The whole "entrapment" theme: Not completely sure but most probably it's about them not being able to voice their feelings/grieve the way they want to, since the media has always been and still is, present (you can see them at several times in the MV being circled by cameras and TVs). There are many more layers to this song & it's MV but I'll stop here. Also if this comment looks familiar, it's because I've posted it elsewhere too, since a lot of people are confused :) And thank you for the reaction!! Cr: Lily X M

The fact that they were dancing in a box, under the plastic thing, on camera constantly and the drowning kind of gave off a sense of being enclosed and suffocating. Yet when they got outside they were running and smiling and suddenly even their dancing in that area on the platform, they were moving more powerfully and having more fun - as if they were more free once they had escaped from the eyes of others and could do their own thing.

I teared up when you mentioned Jonghyun in a very respectful way. Thank you. SHINee really worked hard for this and I am very proud of them.

I’m so proud of the way Minho has stepped up here. We have to remember that he was brought into SHINee as a rapper and initially never got many lines. He’s worked so hard. When I watched this video for the first time I got choked up when I heard him sing because something in my gut told me that the parts he was dealt were where we would have otherwise heard JongHyun. Which is AMAZING and so incredibly huge for him. He has stepped up as a dancer, rapper, and vocalist, and we don’t deserve him. Or SHINee for that matter. I love this group so much. Strongest in the game, hands down.

Im so glad you mentioned Minho's dancing! They've all worked so hard and put in so much effort.

shinee and sm work so well together. my babies keep getting better and better

your reactions are my absolute favorite because they’re so genuine and go into so much more interesting detail. you have no idea how much i enjoy your videos and appreciate your in-depth reactions. thank you, pd!!

Thank you for respectfully mentioning Jonghyun in a tasteful manner. I've seen other creators make comments like "It would have been better if he was in it!" or "They aren't as good without him." and it broke my heart to hear people say those types of comments towards the group and him. Thank you.

The choreography was made by Koharu which is the same person who did the choreo for Move. I really would like if you checked out the performance for this, some parts are very sensual and have that "vogueing" style

SHINee is always promise of quality, innovation and amazing style. I was definitely not disappointed with Good Evening. It was amazing. And of course SHINee is not SHINee if it's not five, but I will always support them in any form, as a group or individuals, and this new era won't be easy or the happiest, but we'll continue to be the SHINee World and we'll always be proud of them.

Thank you for reacting to this and doing it in a respectful, objective, and interesting way. You looked at it like you would any mv. You commented on things the style of shooting and the lighting which I always appreciate in your analysis of mvs because you look at it with the lense of your experience. Also thank you for touching on Jonghyun in an appropriate way. As a Shawol and a Blinger I've felt extremely uncomfortable the way a lot of reactors have responded to the mv and SHINee's comeback whether they are fans of SHINee or not. And I agree. you can absolutely hear the space where Jonghyun's clear warm tone should be in the song. It took me a good dozen listens to get over that feeling of emptiness and that his voice was missing. But I did really love this mv and the enitre album. It's a very SHINee sound and the video falls in line with the growth they've had into veteran idols that I love to see. I also do love the dance because it's reserved in a way that SHINee doesn't normally do so I feel it's a new challenge for them. The choreographer is the same as Taemin's move and I think that's really reflective in the entire routine. I'm looking forward to the second and third mvs they'll be dropping for this comeback and I can't wait to hear your thoughts on those. Thanks for always doing such great reactions!

While it's still very hard to think of SHINee without Jonghyun, I want to support them and watch them evolve. I thought there were a lot of moments in the mv that really stood out to encompass not just the 4 of them, but also Jonghyun. While his absence is heartbreaking to see. They still delivered a performance that was very much the essence of SHINee.

I read somewhere that the song and video are kind of showing the grieving process.. At first everything is kinda lowkey and the dance is minimalistic. Sadness maybe? Then Key is seen smashing the piano. Anger? Key is seen looking back in the forest and then smiling and running towards the others. Acceptance? Also, they didnt say it yet but sherlockwols found out that the picture of the man shown behind Onew is the author of "the little prince". The little prince is Jonghyuns favorite book. Its about a fox and a prince. I dont know much about it bc I never read it but Onew was looking at a fox at one point. Also, the scene where they look into the well is from an illustration in the book. So yeah, the reason why they go off at the end is bc they decide to accept everything and have fun together.

The references to the 5th empty chair and extra shadow in the ending to make 5 is done very well to keep Jonghyun in the mix. Like they say, "Always 5"

This whole album is amazing, all of the tracks are absolutely top notch! And can we just appreciate how many lines our boy Choi "flaming Charisma" Min-ho got?

because of your reaction, i realized that not only the music picks up but also the mood of the mv. everything is depressing in the beginning until something changes (the cameras are gone, at least thats my theory. key is looking for the cameras... the media and then starts smiling. but thats just a theory because people also think its because hes searching for jjong but his smile doesnt make sense here). after watching the comeback stage, even the choreography is very very slow in the beginning and then gets so wild in the end. it tells a clear story with lots of hints. its based on 'the little prince' and i agree with the fandom that this is about the five stages of grief or something along those lines. theres so much symbolism here with the suffocating and drowning; destroying the piano... but we will get behind that after some explanations plus the remaining two parts i guess

Because the choreographer is Koharu Sugawara which is Move's choreographer hehe so you felt the same vibes here. She is great dancer. Also Sayonara hitori and flame of love were made by her.

Okay but is it just me or is Good Evening literally what would happen if View and Tell Me What To Do had a baby?

This video...although upbeat...made me cry. That empty chair and the random shadow. I also miss Jonghyun's voice but think they did a beautiful job. The plastic tarp is scary, creepy, edgy, cool and beautiful all at once.

when it came to the dancing, i loved the subtleties of it and the almost, doll like movements, controlled in their fluidity. looking at the sets, with the cameras and screens, even in a sort of bedroom, there was really a sense of being watched constantly, maybe i'm reading way too between the lines here but it makes me think of how, when we heard about jonghyun, everyone had their eyes on shinee. i think this could kinda link to the plastic they're under at one point, the first thing that came to mind was feeling suffocated? and reading the lyrics, just kind of reinforced that idea i guess. whatever the meaning behind it, i found the video mesmerising and the song is really good

yes, his voice isn't there, and it's very audiable, even though all of them have such good and also uniqe voices, the group sound certaintly changed, I love them though, and I already got more used to it. they've kept his backing vocals on some of the album tracks though (JUMP and Undercover), here and there, it cuts like a knife through my heart everytime, but they did it beautifully. it's small short adlibs shadowing the others, actually you can hear it in this song too, at the very end at Taemins final tune there is a faint falsetto 'gaa~' which really really sounds like Jjong, but that's the only one in that song. It's likely from the rumored late 2017 comeback that was cancelled and I'm guessing the 3x5 songs is the combination of a previously planned full album (for the aniversary) + a mini (2017) and now they combined it into this three part series. This is just my guess though..

You should check out the album! You don't necessarily need to make a video about it, just make sure to listen to it. It's great.

Thank you for giving a proper review. Many other kpop reaction channels are just riding on the bandwagon of emotional use instead of reviewing it. I hope you listen to their album and watch their upcoming videos. And I agree, Jonghyun would be proud.

Honestly this album is like a mixture of ODD and misconceptions of us and it makes me so happy. It's wonderful.

Is there going to be a listening party for this album?

I loved that they used the music from one of my favorite songs from my high school days! Cupid by 112 is such a good song and I love what they did with it, making it more upbeat. I never got into Shinee as a group, but I do really like this song... and I really miss Jonghyun...

I think it’s ok to mention jonghyun. Plus fans who aren’t ready won’t come here yet. But I definitely noticed or felt like the song was missing some colour. Like there was a noticeable different without jonghyun.

i love how you appreciated this artistically, while still being respectful to jonghyun. thank you for all your insights.

So, what did you think about the shadow in the well and the empty chair trick in the beginning. A lot of people are saying that it's just Key's chair but you can clearly see in the comeback live performance that the chair was left for him. Minho is standing center and Key stands in front of the other chair while Onew and Taemin sit. The stunt was clearly made because it wouldn't be practical to remove a chair during their performance. Later the empty chair is used by Key to do the sitting choreo. As a photographer, what's your take?

i have chills everytime i watch this mv

Your reactions are really one of the best! Super interesting too! I would really like to know what you think about South Club's new song "Outcast" It's really cool

LOVE this song and loved your reaction, Producer! :) And for those who don't know, the chorus uses the chorus melody of "Cupid" by the group 112, a classic 90s R&B song from here in the states (Atlanta group).

I LOOOOVEEE THE SONG AND THE MV. It was like.. I don't know, this might sounds weird, but like a shower, I could feel the water through my body¡¡¡ So fresh and relaxing. The album is perfection, it has new and interesting sounds. I can't wait to hear whats next.

i also felt like minho really stood out in this mv !! and i loVed the cameras with the tvs and i thought you would too lol. thank you for reacting to this !!

I really, really liked their dance in this MV because it felt like it was living up to its album and telling a story. Starting from a really controlled and emotional beginning slowly changing back to the Shinee we all know at 3:38. There is so much going on, in the MV as well, it really makes it pleasant to watch. Kudos to whoever choreographed this, definitely one of their best dances yet.

Im like 99% sure the people behind ncts Yestoday made this. The aesthetic, the set, the cgi fishes (in the paint) amazing!!

shinee is the king of dancing and king of kpop..i love them

the lighting is so 1997/1998 rnb red/greens ...SHINee's work is always very nuanced. I love it

All of shinee members are full of package, name it singing dancing they can do it all. Still the odd feeling you get when you didn’t hear and see that one particular person. But shinee did their best and actually it is so satisfying for me even though jonghyun is not there physically i can feel he will always be there. Shinee is 5. Always has always will.

If anyone hasn't mentioned yet, this video is even more interesting when you know it specifically references to the story The LIttle Prince (Le Petit Prince)! The fox makes it obvious, but the book was one of Jonghyun's favorites and the boys wanted to give the message/feeling "just because you can't see something, doesn't mean it's not there" 💙

I recently became Taemin's fan and start listening to shinee songs as well. They debuted long time ago but their songs are timeless.

This song is really easy to listen to. It's not so overwhelming but at the same time, it gives me goosebumps it's great!

Omg I was waiting for this! Love it.

Thank you 💖

Your reaction is so precise as usual. Love it.

great analysis

OH BLESS YOU FOR THIS

5HINee's Back! 4 on the stage, 5 in our hearts. ♥♥♥♥♥ Thank you so much for your reaction.

they look so happy and free when they're outside, and when i saw there were five trees i may have cried

I love this entire album. Every song has its own style and SHINee nails IT.

Thank you for your reaction, I always enjoy your detailed reactions.

Thank you so much i havent seen your reactions before but i loved this coverage, thank you for your wonderful analysis!

Shinee is #1 in my heart 😍

Thankyou! I actually loved your reaction❤️ Recommended to my twt friends🙂

This song is incredible. Can’t stop listening to it. Soooo good.

Wow I didn't expect to tear up near the end. This was a great review!

it sounds amazing, this vogue-ish feeling is amazing

Love thiss one😍 shinee fighting.

Your analysis is great and the last part made me so emotional. I love this song and SHINee

thank you so much.you dont know how much i was waiting for this.you always say what i think. thank you .

I always like your reaction. Thank you for reacting SHINee's Good Evening. The song and the music are art.

Their music is always so innovative and unique. I love them 💗

I love your reactions. Thank you for reacting to SHINee

Thank you for your reaction~ I really appreciated it ^-^

the background set ups you always have are so beautiful omg i want a room like that

Have watched this mv countless times yet I'm reacting with him like its my first time. Legends💓

Wow your reactions are amazing. You go in depth and take in a lot of details. Thanks this was awesome to watch. I agree with what you say about Minho, he has really stood out with this comeback.

All my respect to Shinee for continuing as just four and coming back this damn strong despite everything - I love this song so so much!♥ =)

Thankyou for making this reaction! I feel like this song represent the quality 10 years of band

TBH , SHINee has one of the most refreshing songs and MVs.

i was looking forward to your reaction, and i'm so happy to hear your thoughts, you're always very respectful and insightful and i enjoy your videos so much, and hearing your words at the end about jonghyun had me tearing up ngl but i'm so glad i heard it, thank you for sharing

Great thoughts, so genuine. I love this channel, I love SHINee. forever OT5! happy and crying Shawol

I was so excited for your reaction to this. Your thoughts on their dancing and song was completely like mine

im so glad that you liked good evening! they went through so many things and they really deserved to be happy and i feel like this comeback made them happy. i love 5 of them so so much i can't even describe my love with words.

I like this kind of reactions. It actually has context. And it breaks down every aspect of the Music video. More power to you sir 😊

Thank you for this reaction video. I really appreciate the fact that you've always reacted profesionally with no bias whatsoever. Please keep supporting SHINee!

I enjoyed a lot the vid PD! Thanks for your comments! Kisses from Mexico!

the best reactor

I honestly love every single one of your reaction videos as you’re not like the others. I like the fact that your very informative and don’t hype things up to much without being biased and is very honest. I always enjoy reactors such as ‘The Classical music reacts’ as their very knowledgeable with the music area.

Thank you PD i tottally get the move and view thing because thats what i thought and the suddle movements are really beautiful and the transitions were really smooth ❤❤

this song holds a special place in my heart. I can't explain it, but with the music, lyrics and choreo it just feels so new and refreshing

I love this this is pure art love your reaction PD!

can u learn the lyrics and the 5th shadow in last scene ? it's an absolute emotional mv

You really like the tv transition! haha thank u for putting the right words to my thoughts. also love their movements, kinda reminds me somehow of sunmi, the sudden jerk then slowmo. i really love it, it feels restraint but in a way has more free move just sinking into the music vibe. good job shinee, you guys are so brave to continue!

Thank you

I am so proud of SHINee...that is all

I love this song

It is a nice song. The vid-theory I watched also made the mv much more gripping.

Of course! They are kings ❤️😭💎💎💎💎👑

also i hope you listen to the rest of the album! even if its not turned into a video its really worth the listen ❤️

A couple of comments.... First, I love your video and commentary. It was very technical and insightful. One of the things I noticed, that I wondered why you didn’t bring up, was the symbolism in the video. To me, this video dealt with the devastating loss they suffered this year. They didn’t run from the subject... they took us on their journey. That, to me, is what really made this video exceptional and what makes SHINee a group of superior artists! I also agree that Minho was great, but to me Key’s talent is so amplified in this video and in this album. I feel he really dug into his soul to bring himself to new levels. You are amazing... please keep making more videos.

Idk what it is about him but I'm officially subscribed. Also loved the video and the attention to the details

SHINEE IS BACK🔥🔥🔥🔥

I'm really happy to have heard that words of aknowledgement for Minho. He's been my ultimate bias since I met SHINee seven years ago and I've witnessed his hard work and evolution to the great singer and dancer he's become. His moves are always so sharp and controlled and his singing has improved so much that it's a pleasure to hear his deep voice on the songs. I love him because, as Key said, he's so consistent and works so hard to excel that he is a great inspiration for anyone ♥♥♥♥♥

I'm so glad that I wasnt the only one who thought it was very vogueish. Really liked this reaction. I love the song so much and the video

I cried listening to this the first time much a beautiful song

In the first like 30 or 45 seconds of the video (when they're sitting on the chairs) I noticed four seats were full but they left an empty fifth one and I thought that was beautiful. I love SHINee and I'm very proud of them 💕

You're the best👍 I really enjoy your videos.