Something New (Taeyeon song)

"Something New" is a song recorded by South Korean singer Taeyeon. It was released on June 18, 2018, by SM Entertainment. It is the title track of Taeyeon's third EP with the same name Something New. The song marks Taeyeon's debut in the neo-soul genre of urban pop, showcasing her sophisticated and captivating vocal color, while the vivid sounds of various instruments, including the prominent bass with lyrics conveying a message urging individuals to seek their own uniqueness amidst the increasingly standardized daily lives of modern society.

Reception
"Something New" debuted at number fifteen on South Korea's Gaon Digital Chart for the chart issue dated June 17–23, 2018. It additionally peaked at number 24 on the Billboard World Digital Songs chart.

Music video
On June 14, 2018, the music video teaser for the title track "Something New" was released and has attracted attention for its cinematography.

Credits
Credits adapted from album's liner notes.

Studio
 * SM Booming System – recording, engineered for mix, mixing
 * SM Big Shot Studio – recording, digital editing
 * Sonic Korea – mastering

Personnel
 * SM Entertainment – executive producer
 * Lee Soo-man – producer
 * Taeyeon – vocals, background vocals
 * Ji Yu-ri – lyrics
 * Dem Jointz – composition, arrangement
 * Macy Maloy – composition
 * Ryan S. Jhun – composition
 * Yoo Young-jin – arrangement, recording, engineered for mix, mixing, music and sound supervisor
 * Lee Ju-hyung – vocal directing
 * Kang Tae-woo a.k.a. Soulman – background vocals
 * Yang Geun-young – background vocals
 * Lee Min-kyu – recording, digital editing
 * Jeon Hoon – mastering
 * Shin Soo-min – mastering assistant