K-pop queen IU has heightened anticipation for her upcoming remake album '꽃갈피 셋 (Kkot-Galpi 3)' with a touching teaser for the title track 'Never Ending Story', starring actor Heo Nam-joon.

🎬 A Cinematic Love Story in 42 Seconds

On May 26, IU released the music video teaser via her official YouTube channel. The 42-second clip captures a melancholic yet romantic scene between IU and Heo Nam-joon as they stand in the rain, exchanging wistful glances—evoking the feel of a classic film.

🎵 A Glimpse of the Soundtrack

The teaser also offers a preview of the song's chorus, featuring IU's tender delivery of the line:

"Somewhere beyond the reach of our hands…"

Her soft vocals are accompanied by a piano melody and the gentle sound of rain, creating a poignant atmosphere.

🎼 Remaking a Classic: From Boohwal to IU

'Never Ending Story' is a beloved Korean rock ballad originally released by legendary band Boohwal in 2002, with Lee Seung-chul on vocals. IU reimagines the song with her signature emotional depth and unique color.

💿 'Kkot-Galpi 3' Tracklist

The third installment of IU's beloved remake series includes six tracks:

• Never Ending Story
• Red Shoes (빨간 운동화)
• October 4th (10월 4일)
• Last Scene
• Beauty (미인)
• Square Dream (네모의 꿈)

📅 Release Date

IU's '꽃갈피 셋' drops May 27 at 6 PM (KST) on all major streaming platforms.

[Photo Credit: EDAM Entertainment]