5 Interesting Facts Behind IU's New Song 'Never Ending Story', Unexpected Plot Twist in the MV Becomes the Spotlight

IU surprises again by releasing her latest song titled Never Ending Story. Once again, with her distinctive voice, IU delivers the deep message of this song very emotionally.

Not only the song, IU also released a music video that immediately caught the public's attention. One of the main attractions of this release is the very strong emotional touch in its MV. Although simple, the visuals in the music video for Never Ending Story touch the hearts of the viewers.

Curious about the interesting facts behind IU's latest work, Never Ending Story? Let's dive into the following review.

1. Remake of the Legendary Song Boohwal

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The song Never Ending Story performed by IU is actually a remake of the legendary song by the Korean rock band, Boohwal. This song was originally created and composed by Kim Tae Won, and arranged by Seo Dong Hwan.

2. Part of IU's Third Remake Album

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The song Never Ending Story is part of the album A Flower Bookmark 3, which is IU's third remake album project. The previous two series have successfully presented various legendary Korean songs in IU's distinctive version. This time, Never Ending Story is the title track, and its MV was released on May 27, 2025.

3. A Dreamy and Nostalgic New Arrangement

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For this remake, IU has collaborated with Seo Dong Hwan. He adds a new touch through soft piano and string arrangements, creating a more dreamy and nostalgic atmosphere. This arrangement invites listeners to reminisce about the past with deeper and more emotional feelings.

4. Emotionally Charged MV

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Meanwhile, the Music Video (MV) for Never Ending Story provides a visual experience that aligns with the song's emotionality. Although it doesn't have as many highlights as the MV for A Beautiful Person, this music video still holds a special place in the hearts of fans. Released on IU's YouTube channel, this MV is said to be a beautiful tribute to its legendary original version.

5. Release Before Collaboration with Cha Eun Woo

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Interestingly, Never Ending Story became the first video released from this album, before the MV for the next song "A Beautiful Person" featuring Cha Eun Woo. Both videos were released closely together and offer very different visual approaches.

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