I Got a Boy (song)

I Got a Boy is a song recorded by South Korean girl group Girls' Generation for their fourth Korean-language studio album of the same name (2013). Released as the album's lead single on January 1, 2013, "I Got a Boy" is characterized by its hybrid musical style, incorporating elements of bubblegum pop, electronica, dubstep, and hip-hop.

The song gained significant attention for its experimental structure, featuring multiple distinct sections with varying tempos and melodies within a single track. This non-traditional arrangement, along with Girls' Generation's dynamic vocal performance and energetic choreography, contributed to its polarizing reception, with some critics praising its innovation and others criticizing its perceived incoherence.

Despite the mixed critical reception, "I Got a Boy" achieved significant commercial success, topping the Gaon Digital Chart in South Korea and achieving high rankings on other international music charts. Its music video garnered considerable attention, becoming the first music video by a K-pop group to surpass 100 million views on YouTube.

"I Got a Boy" is often cited as a defining moment in Girls' Generation's career and a significant contribution to the broader K-pop landscape, showcasing the industry's willingness to experiment with genre-bending sounds and visually ambitious productions. It remains a frequently discussed and analyzed song, recognized for its impact on the evolution of K-pop music.