KISS OF LIFE - [BORN TO BE XX] 2nd Mini Album BAD Version
KISS OF LIFE - [BORN TO BE XX] 2nd Mini Album BAD Version
Release Date: November 9, 2023
Contents (per version):
- 1 CD
- 1 Magazine (150 pages)
- 2 Photo Cards (random out of 12 types)
- 1 Sticker
- 1 Folded Poster
Depending on versions, contents (cover, photo book, mini book, photo cards, posters, etc.) in the official album package may vary.
All products are officially distributed BRAND NEW and FACTORY SEALED packages.
Your purchase quantity will count towards HANTEO, CIRCLE (GAON) and BILLBOARD Charts.
[Track List]
DISK(CD) 1.
01. Bad News
02. Nobody Knows
03. My 808
04. TTG
05. Gentleman
06. Says It
07. Bad News (ENG Ver.)
Description (Translated):
The comeback of a ‘monster rookie’, the second album “Born to be XX” to establish himself as an ‘artist’The story of ‘true freedom’ told through ‘X’
‘Perspective and ambivalence’ Double title song ‘Bad News’ and ‘Nobody Knows’
KISS OF LIFE, who swept various global charts upon debut last July and captivated the eyes and ears of fans around the world, showed amazing progress befitting the title of 'monster rookie'. It attracted attention by showing exceptional achievements, such as ranking first on Thailand's iTunes, topping charts around the world, entering Spotify's Viral 50 chart, and recording more than 30 million cumulative streams. The free and energetic attitude that only they can pull off, as well as the solid quality of music and content, surprised the public. In addition, the overwhelming vocal skills and hip performances shown through various contents and stages were enough to raise public expectations and interest in their future activities.
If the previous debut album talked about 'the process of gaining freedom by challenging limitations and trials', that is, 'freedom from the outside, free from external oppression', the second mini album talks about 'true freedom' through the keyword 'X'. KISS OF LIFE conveys the message that ‘freedom is freedom from within’ and tells it in its own way.
“I was born as
‘X’, as he calls himself in this album, is a story about ‘something special that is not welcome’. The appearance of those who resist the existing order, dislike being trapped in a framework, have no hesitation in expressing themselves, go beyond wanting freedom, and are close to rebellion and revolution can be seen as a dangerous appearance that can easily cause misunderstanding in others. Nevertheless, this album, which showcases aspects of '
“All preconceptions and prejudices, and
It talks about 'X', showing only what you want to see, seeing only what you want to see, and rejecting all prejudices and prejudices. In exchange for convenience, we lose freedom of perception and thinking, and the countless amounts of information pouring in make us stop even thinking. I don't even know if what I'm seeing or what I'm thinking right now is completely mine. Is the problem of ‘showing only what you want to see’ or is the problem of ‘seeing only what you want to see’? Perhaps ‘rejecting all of this’ is the first step toward true freedom?’ Let me start by saying,
“We know the truth, no one knows this”
'Bad News', a song based on a strong guitar riff that stands out for the harmony of hip-hop and rock, and 'Nobody Knows', a soul/R&B song with an impressive sensuous beat, are two different songs with double titles, creating a unique and organic harmony. The lyrics, which sharply but humorously express the theme of 'two sides of perspective', which distinguishes between 'truth' and 'rumour', and the two music videos that produce them, provide the public with another hidden appreciation point.
[Born to be XX] consists of a total of 7 songs. In line with the expectations of a group that pursues original music and self-production, this album also contains many songs written and composed by artists. From 'Belle's self-composed song 'Says It', which contains the fresh feelings of first love, to 'My 808' and 'Bad News (ENG Ver.)', the members participate in the work to deliver complete music.
It is time to experience the new artificial respiration provided by KISS OF LIFE once again.
KISS OF LIFE 2nd Mini Album [Born to be XX] Track List
01. Bad News (Title)
Composed by Strawberrybananaclub, JONGHAN, Rick Bridges
Lyrics by Rick Bridges, JONGHAN, PAPRIKAA, Strawberrybananaclub
Arranged by Strawberrybananaclub
The title song 'Bad News' is a song that stands out for its combination of strong rock sound and heavy hip-hop rhythm. The guitar riff, which is repeated from the beginning to the end, without hesitation shows off aspects of genre music that may feel unfamiliar, and the pre-chorus, which makes it impossible to predict what happens next, creates tension in the listeners and makes them hold their breath. The moment the chorus vocals finally speak, it announces the arrival of a game changer.
02. Nobody Knows (Title)
Composed by PAPRIKAA, Jeongwoo Lim, ADORA, VON MENTZER
Korean Lyrics by Jo Yoon-kyung, Julie, Rick Bridges
Arranged by PAPRIKAA
The double title song 'Nobody Knows' is an R&B song influenced by the classic mood of 1970s psychedelic and funk music and Philadelphia Soul. This song, with its languid but head-nodding rhythm and captivating bass/guitar performance that captivates your ears, is an original genre of music that requires a high level of difficulty in singing and understanding of the music, and KISS OF LIFE's musical aspirations and passion to challenge this are met. It will reach these listeners with another charm and new experience.
03. My 808
Composed by G'harah “PK” Degeddingseze, Tricia Battani, TMM
Lyrics by Mia (153Joombas), Rick Bridges, Hyeyum Lee (Jamfactory), Gemma, Belle, Natty
Arranged by G'harah “PK” Degeddingseze, Tricia Battani
'My 808' is a song in the Dance/R&B genre, and is a song that stands out for its voluptuous sensuality that compares the fascinating 'my bass (dance)' to the '808 sound' in the music. You can enjoy the song even more if you listen to it by focusing on the addictive hook and the individuality of the vocalists who digest the repetitive parts with their own charm and interpretation.
04.TTG
Composed by BYMORE, Ondine, ADORA, Rick Bridges
Lyrics by Ondine, Rick Bridges, BYMORE
Arranged by BYMORE
'TTG', a song in the R&B Dance Pop genre, is a song that stands out for its retro synth sound centered around an acoustic guitar and the Y2K tone and manner produced through this, and the groovy melody and harmonious vocal production are added to enhance the completeness. 'TTG' is an abbreviation for 'That That Girl', and is an R&B song with a feminine mood that tries to express the feel of the 2000s. It is a rare song that will once again show a different side of KISS OF LIFE.
05. Gentleman
Composed by Thomas Troelsen, Lindy Robbins, Gabe Saporta, Shy Carter
Lyrics by Jo Yoon-kyung
Arranged by Thomas Troelsen
'Gentleman', a song with Afro rhythm and reggae patterns, is a song that shows a unique charm by combining a pop genre verse centered on the 808 bass and a chorus with soul gospel. The part led by a solo vocalist, and the gospel chorus that contrasts with this, is a song with a unique aspect that allows you to feel KISS OF LIFE's musical capabilities and confidence at the same time.
06. Say It
Composed by clovd(WSHL:ST), Deokgeun Kwon(WSHL:ST), Young Chance, Belle, Eunsol
Lyrics by Belle, Rick Bridges
Arranged by clovd(WSHL:ST), Deokgeun Kwon(WSHL:ST)
It's a song that captures the fresh feeling of first love. I wanted to capture an unfamiliar feeling that I felt for the first time, but one that was also reckless.
“The feeling of color being added to my seemingly black and white life, the feeling of sitting there for hours on a cool summer night without knowing how much time had passed, even when I was bitten by mosquitoes, let’s call these strange feelings ‘love.’ And let’s stop wasting time and pour our all into love.”
Commentary by BELLE
07. Bad News (Eng Ver.)
Composed by Strawberrybananaclub, JONGHAN, Rick Bridges
Lyrics by Julie, Rick Bridges, JONGHAN, PAPRIKAA, Strawberrybananaclub
Arranged by Strawberrybananaclub
'Bad News (Eng ver.)', which features a more powerful guitar riff and allows you to feel the energy of the performers more closely, is the final song and bonus track of the album. The original version will be like a surprise gift to listeners, with a rough and vivid sound that feels like watching a stage.
Description (Original):
'괴물 신인'의 컴백, '아티스트'로 자기 매김 하기 위한 두 번째 앨범 “Born to be XX”'X'를 통해 들려주는 '진정한 자유'에 대한 이야기
'관점과 양면성' 반전의 더블 타이틀 곡 'Bad News', 'Nobody Knows'
지난 7월, 데뷔와 동시에 각종 글로벌 차트를 석권하며 전세계 팬들의 눈과 귀를 사로잡은 KISS OF LIFE는 '괴물 신인'이란 타이틀에 걸맞는 놀라운 행보를 보여주었다. 태국 아이튠즈 1위 및 세계 각국 차트의 상위권 및 스포티파이 바이럴 50 차트 진입, 누적 스트리밍 수 3,000만회 이상을 기록하는 등 이례적인 성과를 보여주며 주목을 받았다. 그들만이 소화할 수 있는 자유롭고 에너제틱한 에티튜드, 그리고 탄탄한 음악과 콘텐츠의 완성도는 대중들을 놀라게 하였다. 또한, 다양한 콘텐츠와 무대를 통해 보여준 압도적인 보컬 실력과 힙한 퍼포먼스는 앞으로 보여줄 이들의 행보에 대중의 기대와 관심을 모으기에 충분했다.
이전 데뷔앨범을 통해 '한계와 시련에 도전해 자유를 쟁취하는 과정', 즉 '외부의 억압으로부터 벗어난 외부로부터의 자유'에 대해 이야기했다면, 두 번째 미니 앨범에서는 'X'라는 키워드를 통해 '진정한 자유란 내면으로부터의 자유'라는 메세지를 담아 KISS OF LIFE만의 방식으로 들려준다.
“난 X로 태어났고, 이게 나야”
이번 앨범에서 자칭하는 'X'는, '환영받지 못하는 특별한 것'에 대한 이야기이다. 기존의 질서에 저항하고, 틀에 갇히는 것을 싫어하는, 표현에 거리낌이 없고, 자유를 원하는 것을 넘어, 반항과 혁명에 가까운 이들의 모습은 자칫 타인에게 오해를 불러일으킬 수 있는 위험한 모습으로 보이기도 한다. 그럼에도 불구하고 'X' 그 자체의 모습들을 선보이는 이번 앨범은 KISS OF LIFE가 마치 우리에게 '그대로도 괜찮아, 그것도 너 인걸'이라고 말해주는 듯하다.
“모든 선입견과 편견, 그리고 X”
보고 싶은 것만 보여주는 것, 보고 싶은 것만 보는 것, 모든 편견과 선입견에 대한 거부 'X'를 이야기한다. 편리함을 대가로 인식과 사고의 자유를 잃어가고, 셀 수 없이 쏟아지는 정보들은 생각조차 멈추게 한다. 지금 보고 있는 이것이, 지금 하고 있는 이 생각이, 온전한 나의 것인지조차 모르겠다. '보고싶어 하는 것만 보여주는 것'이 문제인 걸까, 아니면 '보고싶어 하는 것만 보는 것'이 문제일까? 어쩌면 '이 모든 것을 거부하는 것'이야 말로, 진정한 자유를 위한 첫 발걸음이 아닐까?' 라는 서두를 띄워본다.
“We know the truth 이건 아무도 몰라“
힙합과 락의 조화가 돋보이는 강렬한 기타 리프 기반의 곡 'Bad News'와 감각적인 비트가 인상적인 Soul/R&B 곡 'Nobody Knows' 서로 다른 두 곡을 더블 타이틀로 구성하여 독특하고 유기적인 호흡을 만든다. '진실' 혹은 '루머'를 구분하는 '관점의 양면성'이라는 주제를 날카롭지만 익살스럽게 표현하는 가사, 그리고 이를 연출하는 두 편의 뮤직비디오는 대중들에게 또 다른 숨겨진 감상 포인트를 선사한다.
[Born to be XX]는 총 7개의 수록곡으로 구성되어 있다. 오리지널 뮤직과 자체 프로듀싱을 지향하는 그룹이라는 기대에 걸맞게 이번 앨범에도 아티스트가 작사, 작곡한 곡들이 다수 수록되었다. 풋풋한 첫 사랑의 감정을 담은 '벨'의 자작곡 'Says It'부터 'My 808', 'Bad News (ENG Ver.)'까지 멤버들이 작업에 참여함으로써 완성도 있는 음악을 들려준다.
KISS OF LIFE가 새로이 선사하는 인공호흡을 다시 한번 느껴 볼 시간이다.
KISS OF LIFE 2nd Mini Album [Born to be XX] Track List
01. Bad News (Title)
Composed by Strawberrybananaclub, 종한 (JONGHAN), Rick Bridges
Lyrics by Rick Bridges, 종한 (JONGHAN), PAPRIKAA, Strawberrybananaclub
Arranged by Strawberrybananaclub
타이틀곡 'Bad News'는 강렬한 락 사운드와 묵직한 힙합 리듬의 조화가 돋보이는 곡이다. 도입부부터 끝까지 반복되는 기타 리프는 자칫 생소하게 느껴질 수 있는 장르 음악적인 면모를 거침없이 선보이며, 이후를 예상할 수 없게 하는 프리 코러스는 청자들에게 긴장감을 주어 숨을 죽이게 만든다. 마침내 코러스의 보컬이 입을 떼는 순간, 게임 체인저의 등장을 알린다.
02. Nobody Knows (Title)
Composed by PAPRIKAA, 임정우, ADORA, VON MENTZER
Korean Lyrics by 조윤경, Julie, Rick Bridges
Arranged by PAPRIKAA
더블 타이틀곡 'Nobody Knows'는 1970년대 사이키델릭, 펑크 음악과 Philadelphia Soul의 클래식 무드에서 영향을 받은 R&B 곡이다. 나른하지만 고개를 끄덕이게 만드는 리듬과 귀를 사로잡는 매혹적인 베이스/기타 연주가 인상적인 이 곡은, 요구되는 악곡의 이해도와 가창의 난이도가 높은 오리지널 장르 음악으로서, 이에 도전하는 KISS OF LIFE의 음악적 포부와 열정이 청자들에게 또 다른 매력과 새로운 경험으로 다가갈 것이다.
03. My 808
Composed by G'harah “PK” Degeddingseze, Tricia Battani, TMM
Lyrics by 미아(153Joombas), Rick Bridges, 이혜윰(Jamfactory), Gemma, Belle, Natty
Arranged by G'harah “PK” Degeddingseze, Tricia Battani
'My 808'은 Dance/R&B 장르의 수록곡으로, 매혹적인 '나의 베이스(춤)'를 음악 속 '808 사운드'에 빗대어 표현하는 육감적인 관능미가 돋보이는 곡이다. 중독적인 Hook과, 반복되는 파트를 각자의 매력과 해석으로 소화 해 내는 보컬의 개성에 집중해서 들어보면 더욱 즐거운 감상을 할 수 있다.
04. TTG
Composed by BYMORE, Ondine, ADORA, Rick Bridges
Lyrics by Ondine, Rick Bridges, BYMORE
Arranged by BYMORE
R&B Dance Pop 장르의 수록곡 'TTG'는 어쿠스틱 기타를 중심으로 구성된 레트로 신스 사운드와, 이를 통해 연출하는 Y2K 톤앤매너가 돋보이는 곡으로, 그루비한 멜로디와 조화로운 보컬 프로덕션이 더해져 완성도를 높힌다. 'TTG'는 'That That Girl'의 약자로, 2000년대의 느낌을 표현하고자 한 페미닌한 무드의 R&B 곡으로서 KISS OF LIFE의 색다른 모습을 또 한번 보여줄 희소성 있는 곡이다.
05. Gentleman
Composed by Thomas Troelsen, Lindy Robbins, Gabe Saporta, Shy Carter
Lyrics by 조윤경
Arranged by Thomas Troelsen
아프로 리듬과 레게 패턴이 가미된 수록곡 'Gentleman'은 808 베이스를 위주로 하는 팝 장르의 벌스와, 소울 가스펠이 어우러진 코러스가 합쳐져 독특한 매력을 보여주는 곡이다. 솔로 보컬이 리드하는 파트, 그리고 이와 상반된 후렴구의 가스펠은 KISS OF LIFE 의 음악적 역량과 자신감을 동시에 느낄 수 있는 독보적인 면모를 지닌 곡이다.
06. Says It
Composed by clovd(WSHL:ST), 권덕근(WSHL:ST), Young Chance, Belle, Eunsol
Lyrics by Belle, Rick Bridges
Arranged by clovd(WSHL:ST), 권덕근(WSHL:ST)
풋풋한 첫 사랑의 느낌을 담은 곡이에요. 처음 느껴보는 낯선 감정이지만 무모하기도 한 그런 감정을 담아보고 싶었어요.
“흑백 같던 내 삶에 색깔이 생긴 느낌, 선선한 어느 여름 밤 모기에 잔뜩 물리고도 몇시간을 버티고 앉아 시간 가는 줄 모르던, 이 이상한 감정들을 '사랑'이라고 불러버리자. 그리고 더는 시간낭비 말고 모든 걸 쏟아내어 사랑을 하자.”
Commentary by BELLE
07. Bad News (Eng Ver.)
Composed by Strawberrybananaclub, 종한 (JONGHAN), Rick Bridges
Lyrics by Julie, Rick Bridges, 종한 (JONGHAN), PAPRIKAA, Strawberrybananaclub
Arranged by Strawberrybananaclub
더욱 강렬한 기타 리프, 연주자들의 에너지를 더 가까이서 느낄 수 있는 'Bad News (Eng ver.)'은 앨범의 대미를 장식하는 곡 이자 보너스 트랙이다. 마치 무대를 보는 듯한 거칠고 생생한 사운드는 리스너에게 깜짝 선물과도 같은 오리지널 버전이 될 것이다.
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