Red Velvet’s first music show win was with their song “Ice Cream Cake” on Music Bank. This happened on March 27, 2015, which was a significant moment for the group as it marked their first victory on a major music show. The song “Ice Cream Cake” was part of their debut extended play of the same name, released on March 17, 2015, and it became a breakthrough hit for Red Velvet. It achieved great commercial success, peaking at number four on the Gaon Digital Chart and receiving over 1.3 million downloads as of July 2016.
The song “Ice Cream Cake” not only gave Red Velvet their first music show win but also earned them several awards, including the Female Dance Award at the 2015 Melon Music Awards and the Best Female Dance Performance at the 2015 Mnet Asian Music Awards. Additionally, “Ice Cream Cake” won a total of six music program awards, showcasing its popularity and impact on the K-pop scene at the time.
Overall, “Ice Cream Cake” played a crucial role in establishing Red Velvet as a rising force in K-pop, setting the stage for their future successes.