BLACKPINK - BLACKPINK 1st FULL ALBUM [THE ALBUM] [Version #4]

BLACKPINK

1st FULL ALBUM [THE ALBUM]

BLACKPINK, who debuted in 2016 with 'SQUARE ONE' and grew into a global artist, will release their first full album 'THE ALBUM' on October 6th.

The title track of BLACKPINK's first full album 'THE ALBUM', 'Lovesick Girls', leads the overall atmosphere of the song with a sophisticated melody on a country-style guitar sound, and BLACKPINK's powerful vocals are added to the retro sound that follows, raising the song to a climax. The lyrics, which ask the ultimate question of why humans get hurt and in pain from love but still seek another love, stand out, and members Jisoo and Jennie participated in writing and composing for the first time in a BLACKPINK song, further doubling fans' expectations.

In addition to 'Lovesick Girls', from the charismatic hip-hop sound of 'How You Like That', which proved its global impact, to the bouncy and cheerful melody of 'Ice Cream', a collaboration with pop star Selena Gomez -

It contains various sounds full of BLACKPINK's unique personality and charm. You will be able to check BLACKPINK's unlimited musical spectrum through 'THE ALBUM'.

BLACKPINK 1st FULL ALBUM [THE ALBUM] will be released in a total of 4 versions with different package boxes, hardcover photo books, and postcard set images. Pre-orders will begin on August 28th, and it will be available at YG Select and nationwide online/offline record stores on October 6th.

<Song Introduction>

1. How You Like That

Lyrics: TEDDY, Danny Chung

Composition: TEDDY, R.Tee, 24

Arrangement: R.Tee, 24

'How You Like That' is a hip-hop song that stands out with BLACKPINK's signature personality and charismatic sound. The dreamy and magnificent orchestra sound overwhelms the atmosphere from the beginning, and BLACKPINK's intense command begins. The vocal that rises along with the change of determined emotions and the explosive drop part of 'How You Like That' that is finally spewed out instantly reverses the atmosphere of the song. The powerful beat that changes more and more strongly as the song progresses further emphasizes the message that BLACKPINK conveys to move forward and soar higher without giving in to any dark situation.

TEDDY and Danny Chung participated in writing the lyrics for ‘How You Like That’ with the best producer team, and TEDDY, R.Tee, and 24 participated in the composition.

2. Ice Cream (feat. Selena Gomez)

Lyrics: Bekuh BOOM, Victoria Monet, TEDDY

Composition: Tommy Brown, Mr. Franks, TEDDY, Bekuh BOOM, Victoria Monet, 24, Selena Gomez, Ariana Grande

Arrangement: Tommy Brown, Mr. Franks, 24

‘Ice Cream’ is a dance-pop song with a cheerful and refreshing sound that goes well with the hot summer, a collaboration between BLACKPINK and pop star Selena Gomez. The lyrics that compare the meaning of being cold on the outside but sweet inside to ice cream stand out. ‘Ice Cream’, a collaboration between BLACKPINK's main producer TEDDY and world-renowned producers Tommy Brown, Mr. Franks, and 24, is a fun song that blends the colors and personalities of Selena Gomez and BLACKPINK, and is gathering expectations from global music fans.

3. Pretty Savage

Lyrics: TEDDY, LØREN, Vince, Danny Chung

Composition: TEDDY, R.Tee, 24, Bekuh BOOM

Arrangement: TEDDY, 24, R.Tee

‘Pretty Savage’ is impressive with its minimalist and sensuous trap beat, simple but addictive rap part, and explosive drop part, and like the title, it is BLACKPINK's signature girl crush that explodes, which is pretty but not just pretty.

4. Bet You Wanna (feat. Cardi B)

Lyrics: Tommy Brown, Steven Franks, Ryan Tedder, Melanie Joy Fontana, Becalis Almanzar, Torae Carr, Jonathan Descartes

Composition: Tommy Brown, Mr. Franks

Arrangement: Tommy Brown, Mr. Franks, TEDDY

‘Bet You Wanna’ is an uptempo song where American famous female rapper Cardi B and BLACKPINK meet, and the cheerful and bouncy energy stands out. It is another song participated by Tommy Brown and Mr. Franks, the producers of the pre-released single ‘Ice Cream’, and in particular, all the lyrics are in English, which is expected to draw a hot response from global fans.

5. Lovesick Girls

Lyrics: TEDDY, LØREN, Jisoo, Jennie, Danny Chung

Composition: TEDDY, 24, Jennie, Brian Lee, Leah Haywood, R.Tee, David Guetta

Arrangement: 24, R.Tee

'Lovesick Girls' is the title track of BLACKPINK's first full album 'THE ALBUM'.

The overall atmosphere of the song is led by a sophisticated melody on a country-style guitar sound, and BLACKPINK's powerful vocals are added to the retro sound that follows, raising the song to a climax. The lyrics, which ask the ultimate question of why humans get hurt and in pain from love but still seek another love, stand out, and members Jisoo and Jennie participated in writing and composing for the first time in a BLACKPINK song, further doubling fans' expectations.

6. Crazy Over You

Lyrics: TEDDY, Bekuh BOOM, Danny Chung

Composition: TEDDY, Bekuh BOOM, 24, R.Tee, FUTURE BOUNCE

Arrangement: 24, R.Tee, FUTURE BOUNCE

‘Crazy Over You’ is a song that highlights BLACKPINK's unpredictable charm by adding oriental sound elements to a retro hip-hop beat.

7. Love To Hate Me

Lyrics: Tushar Apte, Rob Grimaldi, Chloe George, Steph Jones, Danny Chung

Composition: Tushar Apte, Rob Grimaldi, 24

Arrangement: Tushar Apte, Rob Grimaldi, 24, Vince, TEDDY

‘Love To Hate Me’ is a dance-pop genre song that talks about the relationship and emotions of 'Love Hate', and the addictive hook part stands out.

8. You Never Know

Lyrics: LØREN, Bekuh BOOM

Composition: 24, Bekuh BOOM

Arrangement: 24

‘You Never Know’ is a song that highlights BLACKPINK's singing ability, and the emotional lyrics and melody harmonize with the minimalist arrangement to convey the message of the song even more deeply.

Author: BLACKPINK

Publisher: YGPLUS