Yuqi Officially Releases New Single ‘Radio (Dum-Dum)’
(G)I-DLE’s Yuqi has made her solo comeback with the official release of “Radio (Dum-Dum),” a powerful and emotive track that showcases her dynamic vocal range and storytelling.
Initially introduced during (G)I–DLE’s 2024 world tour, the song quickly became a fan favorite, leading to the release of a special clip in September.
The Aesthetics of the Special Clip
The special clip for “Radio (Dum-Dum)” embodies a striking alternative-rock aesthetic, reflecting the song’s rebellious energy.
Yuqi’s outfits feature dark and muted tones, including blacks, greys, and deep reds, along with edgy elements like leather jackets, studded accessories, and distressed jeans.
The video opens with Yuqi leaning against a sleek white car, accompanied by the phrase “After Break Up With Rockboy.”
Scenes unfold, showing her in a heated argument with a boyfriend, known as Rockboy, followed by his attempts to reconcile through texts and notes reading “Please come back to me” and “I’m sorry baby.”
In a powerful moment of defiance, the singer smashes a bouquet of flowers he sent her against the car seen at the beginning of the video, solidifying the song’s themes of heartbreak and empowerment.
Now, after months of anticipation, “Radio (Dum-Dum)” has been officially released as a digital single, marking Yuqi’s first solo release since her 2024 mini-album, Yuq1.
Building Anticipation
The excitement for “Radio (Dum-Dum)” began on March 13, when (G)I-DLE’s official SNS accounts teased fans with an image captioned, “Stay tuned… What’s coming next?” alongside the date March 17.
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— (G)I-DLE·(여자)아이들 (@G_I_DLE) March 13, 2025
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The following day, another teaser image was shared with the phrase, “My heart beat like radio,” confirming Yuqi’s upcoming digital single.
— (G)I-DLE·(여자)아이들 (@G_I_DLE) March 14, 2025
우기(YUQI) Digital Single [Radio (Dum-Dum)]
2025.03.17. 6PM (KST)
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Ahead of the song’s release, Yuqi shared a heartfelt video message saying, “Hi Neverland! This is Yuqi. Finally, the big moment has arrived! Tomorrow at 6 PM… ‘Radio (Dum-Dum)’ official track will be released!”
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— (G)I-DLE·(여자)아이들 (@G_I_DLE) March 15, 2025
우기(YUQI) Digital Single [Radio (Dum-Dum)]
2025.03.17. 6PM (KST)
Pre-Save https://t.co/gxYRxqg1U0#여자아이들 #GIDLE#우기 #YUQI#Radio pic.twitter.com/Eg7GAL7KB9
The Official Release
True to her word, on March 17, the track was released, thrilling fans worldwide.
Musically, “Radio (Dum-Dum)” is a high-energy hip-hop track infused with alt-rock influences.
Yuqi’s strong, steady, and dynamic vocals shine, capturing the song’s emotional weight and rebellious spirit.
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— (G)I-DLE·(여자)아이들 (@G_I_DLE) March 17, 2025
Lyrically, the song tells the story of a passionate yet painful romance with a “rock boy,” “I used to date a rock boy, and he stole my heart / Had me rolling in the deep so bad / Anywhere he go, you know I’d go.”
The track uses radio imagery to depict the lingering emotions of a past relationship, seen in lyrics such as “He made my heart beat like radio” and “But now I’m fine, so when his songs are playing loud on the radio / I’m over that dum-dum…”
To celebrate the release, Yuqi performed “Radio (Dum-Dum)” live on Genie Music, one of South Korea’s leading music streaming platforms.
Fans were captivated by her stage presence and emotional delivery, further cementing the song’s impact.
switching between rapping and delivering vocals that’s MY ALL ROUNDER pic.twitter.com/z2AbQyOlqN
— YUQI (@YUQITHINK) March 17, 2025
A Defining Moment in Yuqi’s Solo Journey
With “Radio (Dum-Dum),” Yuqi has not only solidified her identity as a solo artist but delivered a song that resonates deeply with fans. From its origins on tour to its long-awaited official release, the track is a testament to her musical versatility and artistic vision.
Listen to Yuqi’s digital single “Radio (Dum-Dum)” now.
