SMTOWN

This fourth regular album is a new album released by NCT in a year and eight months since the third regular album, 'Universe,' released in December 2021. It is a distinct album that allows fans to find a colorful combination and their new styles and infinite charm that can only be felt in NCT albums as 20 members of NCT 127, NCT DREAM, and WayV participated. It is expected to mesmerize music fans once again.

In addition, NCT has solidified its reputation as a 'global representative group' by presenting its unrivaled music world and proving overwhelming performance skills while promoting separately and together on the world stage as NCT 127, NCT DREAM, NCT U, WayV, etc. Expectations are even higher for the fantastic synergy of NCT to be shown through this album.

‘Baggy Jeans,’ NCT’s very own swag and confidence

'Golden Age,’ NCT's overwhelming message towards a bright future

‘Various combinations + styles’ - A unique album to fully enjoy NCT's charm!

The first single, 'Baggy Jeans,' is a hip-hop dance song that features the members' unique voices over a heavy bass line, minimalistic drums, and a synthesizer with a dreamy texture. The lyrics comparing the confidence that they are cool beyond comparison to baggy jeans are charming.

The second single, ‘Golden Age,’ is a reinterpretation of the second movement of Beethoven’s Piano Sonata No. 8, ‘Pathetique.’ The strong trap beat and elegant piano melodies used in various ways stand out, and the hopeful lyrics looking forward to a bright future and the rich harmony of the members create an overwhelming impression.

‘Call D’ is a hyper-pop song with lyrics that tell a story of being instinctively drawn to doppelgangers who resemble them even though they know it is dangerous. ‘PADO’ is a hip-hop song that expresses the strong emotions felt for the person they love cheerfully by comparing them to waves, and jazzy piano melodies, energetic rap, and sweet vocals capture ears.

‘Interlude: Oasis’ creates a unique atmosphere with the dreamy sound and the lyrics telling listeners to move toward a golden future together. ‘The BAT’ in a hyper-pop genre compares the powerful image of a black car crossing the night to the Batmobile. ‘Alley Oop’ is a hip-hop song that gives the message of always running towards victory without stopping, with a sense of speed. These songs, full of charms, will provide an exciting listening experience.

Also, ‘That’s Not Fair’ samples Bach’s fugue BWV 578 in G minor and creates a minor mood with the message of living with reality without trusting anyone. ‘Kangaroo,’ a medium-tempo pop song, compares the image of living life freely and cheerfully as if every day is a birthday to a kangaroo. ‘Not Your Fault,’ an R&B pop song, conveys warm words of consolation, "It's not your fault," and a cheering message to support everyone struggling.