Catching the Wave of Summer
On August 12, 2025, at 6 PM KST, SM Entertainment unveiled the music video for NCT WISH’s pre-release track “Surf”, ahead of their third mini-album COLOR.
The song itself is a funky and refreshing hybrid dance-pop track, with lyrics comparing the thrill of youth and freedom to riding ocean waves. It’s a track tailor-made for summer playlists — bright vocals, rhythmic melodies, and a buoyant instrumental that feels like an instant mood-lifter.
Filming in Paradise
To fully capture the atmosphere of “Surf,” the music video was filmed entirely on location in Bali. The visuals are drenched in sunshine — sparkling blue waters, golden sands, and lush green backdrops all set the scene for a care-free summer adventure.
The six members of NCT WISH are shown surfing, running along the beach, laughing together, and occasionally attempting serious surf training… only to realize that having fun together matters more than being the “best surfer”.
Choreography with a Splash
The choreography incorporates wave-like point moves that mimic the motion of the sea, paired with wide, open-arm gestures that convey freedom and exhilaration. Combined with the song’s upbeat tempo, the dance radiates the kind of pure joy that makes audiences want to join in.
Fans have already started sharing dance covers online, especially highlighting the “wave point dance” that has the potential to become a TikTok challenge.
Charting High Right Out of the Gate
“Surf” quickly made waves on release day:
- Melon HOT100: No. 1 peak (as of Aug 12)
- Melon TOP100: Peaked at No. 17
- YouTube Korea Trending: No. 2 on the Popular Music Video chart
- QQ Music (China): No. 3 on the Korean MV chart
This immediate success reflects NCT WISH’s growing global presence, especially in the summer hit category.
A Prelude to ‘COLOR’
“Surf” serves as the pre-release track for NCT WISH’s third mini-album ‘COLOR’, set to drop on September 1, 2025. The album will feature seven tracks, including the title track “COLOR,” which promises to further showcase the group’s versatility.
Pre-orders are already available across online and offline retailers, with multiple album versions teased to include summer-themed photo books and limited-edition merch.
Kolumverse Verdict
With “Surf,” NCT WISH prove that they’re not just riding the waves of K-pop trends — they’re creating their own current. From its infectious energy to the breezy Bali visuals, “Surf” is set to be one of the defining summer songs of 2025. And with COLOR on the horizon, fans can expect this momentum to carry straight into the fall.
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Image Kija, “NCT WISH, 서머송 ‘Surf’ 뮤비 공개..무더위 날릴 청량 에너지,” Herald POP, August 13, 2025.
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NCT WISH group photo taken on March 16, 2024.
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NCT WISH group photo (March 16, 2024) — image licensed under CC BY 4.0, included for illustrative purposes.
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Photo by F28STAR, CC BY 4.0 via Wikimedia Commons.
