ENHYPEN Drops Studio Version of One Direction Cover

It’s an exciting time for boy band stans around the globe as ENHYPEN recently unveiled a cover of One Direction’s hit single, “What Makes You Beautiful.” The septet first performed this song on The Seasons: Lee Hyori’s Red Carpet. It’s a new South Korean talk show that’s capturing international audiences on various platforms like Viki, KOCOWA+, and Apple TV+.

What Makes You Beautiful

The show, hosted by K-pop legend Lee Hyori, has quickly become a must-watch. It has already featured plenty of stars, including AKMU’s Lee Chanhyuk and BLACKPINK’s Jennie. ENHYPEN appeared on the show’s eighth episode, sharing the spotlight with ASTRO’s Cha Eunwoo and LE SSERAFIM.

Before the episode aired, ENHYPEN dropped their version of “What Makes You Beautiful” on major streaming platforms. Their rendition clocks in at a concise 2:18 minutes, trimming the original by a minute by skipping the second verse and chorus. Even so, it shows off the group’s vocals to full effect.

팬들을 위해 엔하이픈이 준비한 One Direction의 What Makes You Beautiful♪💕

ENHYPEN serenaded Lee Hyori and charmed viewers

Their performance of the song on The Seasons: Lee Hyori’s Red Carpet, albeit shorter than the studio version, was a memorable one. The septet serenaded Lee Hyori, presenting her with a rose mid-performance. That gesture undoubtedly charmed viewers and highlighted the group’s charismatic stage presence.

This cover arrives at a poignant time, as One Direction‘s Liam Payne recently reflected on the song’s journey towards a billion streams. Alongside a throwback photo of himself with former bandmates Harry Styles, Niall Horan, Zayn Malik and Louis Tomlinson, he wrote, “Never in the early stages of our career when we were making this song, did I imagine we would achieve such numbers. What an achievement, boys! I feel so fortunate not only to share this with you but also with our amazing fanbase.” Unfortunately, the post has since been archived or deleted by Liam himself, but the sentiment is touching nonetheless.

ENHYPEN‘s decision to cover “What Makes You Beautiful” follows their take on BTS’s “I Need U” for Spotify Singles, showcasing their ability to bridge generations of boy bands. As they continue to release new music, ENHYPEN continues to solidify their place in the industry, honoring the legacy of boy bands past while charting their own unique course. – K-Pop News Writer

Featured Image: The studio version dropped hours before the episode aired, heightening anticipation for their appearance on the show. Source: X/@heeseungcokr.