ILLIT Releases Korean Version of 'I Got Your Back' Featuring HANA

“I Got Your Back reflects our honest thoughts and emotions, so we focused on conveying that sincerity through our vocals,” ILLIT shared regarding their latest release. BELIFT LAB’s rookie girl group officially issued the Korean version of their single on August 17 via their official YouTube channel alongside a scrapbook-styled music video. The dynamic track features guest appearances from Jisoo and Momoka, two members of the Japanese act HANA, uniting 2 distinct pop markets in a single recording.

“While it’s the same song, singing it in Korean gives it an entirely new feel,” the group added in their official statement. They explained that their primary artistic goal was to provide energetic comfort, encouraging listeners to embrace the supportive message while enjoying their vibrant rock-infused sound.

According to coverage from music outlets, the original Japanese edition debuted on July 26 as ILLIT’s 2nd Japanese Single. That initial version rapidly secured commercial momentum across Asian music markets, climbing to No. 2 on the Billboard Japan Hot 100 chart. The track also served as the primary soundtrack theme for ABEMA’s original drama series The Vacation Principle, establishing solid broadcast presence in Japan.

In practical terms, the energetic tracklist standout thrives on upbeat rock instrumentation, bright harmonies, and an expressive vocal delivery between the combined performers. Lyrically, the song emphasizes teenage camaraderie and mutual support during personal struggles. Industry reports confirm this collaboration represents ILLIT’s first formal musical partnership with an established J-pop group. The release highlights an expanding chart performance for the rookie team across both Korean and Japanese music industries.

For fans and industry observers, this cross-border release signals BELIFT LAB's strategic focus on simultaneously engaging domestic and overseas audiences through bilingual versions of proven chart successes.