Overdose (Exo song)
"Overdose" is a song recorded by South Korean-Chinese boy group Exo. It was released on May 7, 2014, by SM Entertainment as the title track of their third EP of the same name, "Overdose." The song was simultaneously released in Korean and Mandarin Chinese versions, performed by the group's EXO-K and EXO-M subgroups respectively.
The song is a dark and intense dance track with elements of hip-hop and trap. Its lyrics depict an addiction to a dangerous, yet alluring love, comparing the feeling to an overdose. The "Overdose" music video features the Exo members navigating a complex, maze-like structure, visually representing the feeling of being trapped by obsession.
"Overdose" was a commercial success, topping several music charts in South Korea and China. The song also earned Exo numerous music show wins and awards. The EP "Overdose," from which the song originates, became the best-selling album of 2014 in South Korea.