IVE: The 'I've IVE' Era

A preview of every question in this IVE quiz. Try it first. Answers and explanations are at the bottom of the page (spoilers). IVE · Medium · 10 questions. 10 multiple-choice questions.

1. 1. When was IVE's first full album 'I've IVE' released?

   • 2022
   • April 2023
   • September 2023
   • January 2024

   Fun fact: IVE released their debut full album 'I've IVE' on April 10, 2023, just over a year after their debut.

2. 2. What was the lead single from 'I've IVE'?

   • After LIKE
   • I AM
   • Kitsch
   • Baddie

   Fun fact: 'I AM' is the bold title track -- a declaration of self-identity and confidence that became one of 2023's defining K-pop anthems.

3. 3. How many tracks are on 'I've IVE'?

   • 6
   • 8
   • 10
   • 12

   Fun fact: 'I've IVE' contains 10 tracks, a substantial debut full album showcasing IVE's range of concepts and sounds.

4. 4. What does 'I AM' by IVE thematically represent?

   • A love song
   • A powerful declaration of self-identity and individuality
   • A farewell to a past era
   • A tribute to their fans

   Fun fact: 'I AM' is IVE's most direct declaration of identity -- each member asserts their individuality in one of K-pop's most anthemic songs.

5. 5. Which IVE member is a former IZ*ONE member?

   • Leeseo
   • Gaeul
   • Wonyoung and Yujin
   • Rei

   Fun fact: Both Jang Wonyoung and An Yujin were members of project group IZ*ONE before IVE debuted -- their experience gave IVE an experienced core.

6. 6. What fan-favorite B-side from 'I've IVE' became an instant classic?

   • Kitsch
   • Baddie
   • Hypnotized
   • My Satisfaction

   Fun fact: 'Kitsch' became one of IVE's most beloved fan-favorite tracks, celebrated for its catchy melody and playful energy.

7. 7. What number of weeks did 'I AM' stay at #1 on the Gaon Digital Chart?

   • 1-2 weeks
   • 3-4 weeks
   • 5+ weeks
   • It didn't reach #1

   Fun fact: 'I AM' was a major chart success in Korea, staying at the top of charts for multiple weeks and dominating music shows in 2023.

8. 8. What visual concept dominated the 'I AM' era?

   • Cyberpunk neon
   • Elegant, classical and art-museum inspired grandeur
   • Cute pastel spring
   • Dark, edgy streetwear

   Fun fact: The 'I AM' MV features grand, museum-like aesthetics with classical art references -- befitting the song's theme of self-declared greatness.

9. 9. Which IVE debut single preceded the 'I've IVE' album era?

   • Eleven
   • Love Dive
   • After LIKE
   • HEYA

   Fun fact: 'After LIKE' (2022) was IVE's third single before their full album, sampling Gloria Gaynor's 'I Will Survive' in a retro-inspired arrangement.

10. 10. How long after IVE's debut did they release their first full album?

    • 6 months
    • About 1 year
    • About 1.5 years
    • 2+ years

    Fun fact: IVE debuted in December 2021 and released 'I've IVE' in April 2023 -- approximately 16 months after debut, a strong pace for a full album.

Spoilers: the right answer to each question of this IVE quiz, with its explanation and source when we have one.

1. 1. When was IVE's first full album 'I've IVE' released?

   Answer: April 2023

   Fun fact: IVE released their debut full album 'I've IVE' on April 10, 2023, just over a year after their debut.

2. 2. What was the lead single from 'I've IVE'?

   Answer: I AM

   Fun fact: 'I AM' is the bold title track -- a declaration of self-identity and confidence that became one of 2023's defining K-pop anthems.

3. 3. How many tracks are on 'I've IVE'?

   Answer: 10

   Fun fact: 'I've IVE' contains 10 tracks, a substantial debut full album showcasing IVE's range of concepts and sounds.

4. 4. What does 'I AM' by IVE thematically represent?

   Answer: A powerful declaration of self-identity and individuality

   Fun fact: 'I AM' is IVE's most direct declaration of identity -- each member asserts their individuality in one of K-pop's most anthemic songs.

5. 5. Which IVE member is a former IZ*ONE member?

   Answer: Wonyoung and Yujin

   Fun fact: Both Jang Wonyoung and An Yujin were members of project group IZ*ONE before IVE debuted -- their experience gave IVE an experienced core.

6. 6. What fan-favorite B-side from 'I've IVE' became an instant classic?

   Answer: Kitsch

   Fun fact: 'Kitsch' became one of IVE's most beloved fan-favorite tracks, celebrated for its catchy melody and playful energy.

7. 7. What number of weeks did 'I AM' stay at #1 on the Gaon Digital Chart?

   Answer: 5+ weeks

   Fun fact: 'I AM' was a major chart success in Korea, staying at the top of charts for multiple weeks and dominating music shows in 2023.

8. 8. What visual concept dominated the 'I AM' era?

   Answer: Elegant, classical and art-museum inspired grandeur

   Fun fact: The 'I AM' MV features grand, museum-like aesthetics with classical art references -- befitting the song's theme of self-declared greatness.

9. 9. Which IVE debut single preceded the 'I've IVE' album era?

   Answer: After LIKE

   Fun fact: 'After LIKE' (2022) was IVE's third single before their full album, sampling Gloria Gaynor's 'I Will Survive' in a retro-inspired arrangement.

10. 10. How long after IVE's debut did they release their first full album?

    Answer: About 1.5 years

    Fun fact: IVE debuted in December 2021 and released 'I've IVE' in April 2023 -- approximately 16 months after debut, a strong pace for a full album.