Wish Tree (song)

2015 single by Red Velvet"Wish Tree"Single by Red Velvetfrom the album Winter Garden LanguageKoreanReleasedDecember 18, 2015Recorded2015Genre Christmas Pop Length3:18Label SM KT Composers Matthew Tishler Felicia Barton Aaron Benward LyricistJanuary 8thProducers Matthew Tishler Felicia Barton Aaron Benward Red Velvet singles chronology

"Dumb Dumb" (2015)

"Wish Tree" (2015)

"One of These Nights" (2016) Music video"Wish Tree" on YouTube

"Wish Tree" (Korean: 세가지 소원&#59; RR: Segaji Sowon lit. Three Wishes) is a song recorded by South Korean girl group Red Velvet. It was released as the second single from their collaborative compilation album Winter Garden with f(x) and BoA on December 18, 2015. The song is "a pop ballad with a warm feel and an acoustic sound". It debuted and peaked at number thirty-three on the Gaon Digital Chart.

[edit] On December 4, 2015 SM Entertainment announced a winter single project titled Winter Garden. Three teaser images with the number '15', '18' and '22' were released all of which were the release dates of the singles. On December 7, Red Velvet was confirmed to be part of the project and their song was released on December 18. The song is composed in F major and has a tempo of 114 bpm and has a running time of 3 minutes and 58 seconds."Wish Tree" is "a pop ballad with a warm feel and an acoustic sound".

[edit] To promote the song, Seulgi & Wendy took part in a one-hour show which was broadcast on Naver's V app an hour before the song'srelease. They were joined by f(x)'s Amber & Luna and they all discussed their groups' activities in the past year and promoted the singles The group as a whole performed the song live for the first time on Music Bank on December 25. The song debuted at number 33 on the 52nd weekly issue of South Korea's Gaon Digital Chart for 2015 during the period dated December 13–19.

[edit] Digital download / streaming

"Wish Tree" – 3:18

[edit] Credits adapted from Melon.

Red Velvet (Irene, Seulgi, Wendy, Joy, Yeri) – vocals January 8 – Korean songwriting Matthew Tishler – composition Felicia Barton – composition Aaron Benward – composition Hwang Chan-hee – arrangement Cheerful Player – arrangement Park In-young – strings arrangement, conductor

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Weekly chart performance for "Wish Tree"

Chart (2015)

Peakposition

South Korea (Gaon)

33

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Release dates and formats for "Wish Tree"

Region

Date

Format(s)

Label(s)

Ref.

Various

December 18, 2015

Digital downloadstreaming

SM EntertainmentKT Music

While most British Christmas playlists lean on the familiar sounds of choirs and brass, Red Velvet’s "Wish Tree" offers a subtle, acoustic‑driven alternative. The track’s warm pop balladry, underpinned by gentle guitar strums, mirrors the cosy ambience of a crackling fire without resorting to over‑the‑top production. This makes it an ideal backdrop for a low‑key festive gathering, where the focus is on conversation rather than karaoke. Its concise three‑minute runtime fits neatly between traditional carols, ensuring it won’t dominate the playlist but will add a fresh, international flavour to your seasonal soundtrack.

If you’re decorating a modern, minimal‑ist tree, let "Wish Tree" play as you hang simple glass baubles and white fairy lights. The song’s acoustic texture complements the soft glow of LEDs, creating a serene atmosphere that feels both contemporary and cosy. For a more vibrant setting—think pastel ornaments and colourful tinsel—use the track during a pre‑dinner cocktail hour; its gentle rhythm encourages lingering without pulling focus from conversation. Pair the music with warm drinks like mulled cider, and you’ll have a multisensory experience that blends sight, sound, and taste in a way that feels distinctly festive yet refreshingly global.