Top tracks — play these first
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I LUV IT Start here — This track features a catchy chorus and playful lyrics that encapsulate the album's upbeat vibe, making it an anthem of celebration.
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New Face — With its infectious beat and humorous take on love, this song exemplifies Psy's knack for merging fun visuals with engaging melodies.
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We Are Young — 'We Are Young' stands out as an empowering anthem, reflecting themes of youth and resilience while showcasing Psy's evolution as an artist.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends energetic hooks with varied tempos but doesn't fully reinvent Psy's sound.
What we noticed
- Several tracks incorporate playful sound effects and vocal samples that enhance the upbeat nature of the songs.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo dance vibes
- sing-along moments with friends
- short bursts of energetic fun
- vibrant hooks for party atmosphere
Maybe skip if you
- slow-paced introspective listening
- long-form narrative exploration
Where this album fits
- Themes
- K-pop celebration· humorous love stories
- Career context
- Released on May 10, 2017, 4X2=8 marks Psy's return to the music scene after a four-year hiatus following his global hit 'Gangnam Style'. This album came during a period where Psy sought to reinvent himself while maintaining his signature fun and comedic style, showcasing growth in both production and lyrical themes.
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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I LUV IT
The song's bridge shifts focus from a fun party atmosphere to a more introspective reflection on personal happiness.
This transition adds depth to the otherwise light-hearted theme, revealing a moment of sincerity beneath the playful exterior.
Tracklist
- 1 I LUV IT Start here 3:08
- 2 New Face 3:10
- 3 마지막 장면 4:11
- 4 LOVE 3:39
- 5 BOMB 2:53
- 6 We Are Young 4:01
- 7 팩트폭행 2:58
- 8 Rock will never die 3:03
- 9 기댈곳 4:34
- 10 오토리버스 3:48
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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