It was released in both Korean and Chinese versions by their label SM Entertainment.
[2] The Korean and Chinese music videos for "Universe" were released on December 26, 2017.
It features Exo "melancholically reflecting on the caffeinated beverage and performing different activities that serve as metaphors for the tightly-wound, messy emotions described in the lyrics".
[3] The Korean music video has over 44 million views on YouTube.
"Universe" debuted at number two on the South Korean Gaon Digital Chart.