On March 14, 2025, ATEEZ’s talented member Mingi unveiled the official music video for Desire Project #2: AutoBahn, featuring the vocals of Yunmin, via the band’s official YouTube channel. The release ignited an enthusiastic response across social media platforms, sending the fandom into a state of excitement.
The music video captivates viewers with a dynamic mix of visuals, showcasing Mingi as he sings and raps, set against a visually striking monochromatic backdrop with Yunmin performing alongside. The scenes transition seamlessly, featuring vibrant elements such as parties and car races, which contribute to the exhilarating atmosphere of the video.
After its release, the AutoBahn video quickly gained traction on social media, amassing significant views and shares within the fandom. One user on X expressed their admiration:
“Autobahn is such a masterpiece; true art springs from genuine experiences. The rapping, the vocals, the visuals, and the emotions are remarkable. Yunmin’s exceptional voice perfectly complements this song.”
Fans were particularly enamored with Mingi’s fashion sense and praised his vocal performance. Many noted how he effortlessly transitioned between different tones, showcasing his impressive vocal range. The collaboration with Yunmin was highlighted as a significant enhancement to the track, leading to an outpouring of gratitude from the audience.
“OMG, I’m so obsessed! This style fits his voice perfectly! And she sounds amazing! Together? Heavenly! This song is incredible. Please, I need it on streaming platforms,”- a fan reacted.
“I can’t get enough of this song. It’s so clever how he switches tones, starting a calmer verse with ‘time to shift the gear.’ Mingi is such a lyrical genius; I love him,”- a fan shared.
“This is the same song from his birthday LP! I fell in love with this instrumental back then, and now he finally made a song out of it,”- a fan mentioned.
“Their vocals together connected all my synapses. Everybody say thank you to Mingi and Yunmin,”- a fan commented.
The fandom expressed immense pride in Mingi, celebrating his return and admiring his artistic expression. Fans characterized him as a superstar who conveys his emotions genuinely and without restraint.
“This is absolutely insane and so impressive! I’m so proud of him; I hope he continues to chase his dreams like this. I’ll always support him,”- a user reacted.
“I am in love with the chorus; it’s so addictive. Mingi’s vocals are beautiful. The MV?? This is worthy of being a comeback title— loved the concept, the aesthetics, and the perfect expression of the song. Mingi, you are a superstar!”- a user shared.
“Please, for the love of everything, give us Spotify and other streaming platforms. I beg you to put the boys’ original songs on streaming services,”- a user commented.
“The fact that this was released during the full blood moon eclipse!! WOW MINGIIIIII!!! You truly exceeded expectations! 진짜 대박이다 I could listen to an entire album of MinMin! The contrast in vocals was absolutely delightful,”- a user mentioned.
About ATEEZ’s Mingi
Mingi, a South Korean rapper and songwriter, is a prominent member of ATEEZ under KQ Entertainment. He gained significant attention as a contestant on the widely-watched survival reality show MIXNINE, where he ranked 113th and was eliminated in episode 7.
The artist made his grand debut with ATEEZ on October 24, 2018, launching the mini-album Treasure EP.1: All To Zero, which included tracks like “Intro: Long Journey,””Pirate King,”and “Treasure.”
On August 9, 2024, Mingi released his debut LP titled Fix On/Off, through KQ Entertainment and Stone Music Entertainment, featuring tracks such as “Tunnel”and “Vortex (Cyberpunk Intro).”
Recently, ATEEZ launched their eleventh mini-album, Golden Hour: Part 2, on November 15, 2024. This album was published by KQ Entertainment and distributed by Sony Music, with the title track “Ice On My Teeth”among the six captivating songs it includes.