Red Velvet successfully debuts despite controversies

There is a saying that goes: “There is always sunshine after the rain.”

Throughout last week, Red Velvet was placed in the spotlight after receiving heavy criticism for its unseemly introduction, controversial music video scenes, and plagiarism accusations.

However, SM Entertainment quickly responded by clearing up any misunderstandings with the public.

Despite their rough start, Red Velvet ultimately achieved success upon releasing its debut track Happiness on various music websites.

The track quickly shot to number one on Bugs, Genie, and Olleh. Below is a list of the song’s current chart standings as of 3:30PM KST:

Red Velvet began promoting Happiness on August 1 and officially released the song digitally on August 4.

Sources: News – Newsen, Photos – Red Velvet Facebook, Bugs, Genie, Daum, Soribada, Olleh, Mnet, Naver, Melon