Is All In a good place to start with Stray Kids?

Yes, All In is recommended as a starting point for new Stray Kids listeners. Dynamic beats and catchy melodies weave together in a vibrant showcase of Stray Kids' energetic K-pop sound. Released on November 4, 2020, 'All In' is Stray Kids' first Japanese-language EP, following their successful album 'GO生' from earlier that year. By this point, the group was solidifying their presence in the international market and expanding their discography with multilingual releases.

All In works well if you're into short, energetic bursts, immediate hooks and energy and dynamic emotional journeys.

How many songs are on All In?

All In has 7 tracks, running approximately 22 minutes.

All In

Stray Kids · 2020

22 min · 7 tracks · J-pop

Dynamic beats and catchy melodies weave together in a vibrant showcase of Stray Kids' energetic K-pop sound.

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Top tracks — play these first

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ALL IN Start here — The title track serves as a powerful introduction to the EP, combining hard-hitting beats with anthemic choruses that encapsulate the group's high-energy style.
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FAM — This track stands out for its heartfelt lyrics about friendship and unity, offering a more personal touch amidst the upbeat energy of the EP.
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God's Menu -Japanese ver.- — Originally a Korean hit, this version showcases the group's ability to maintain intensity while adapting their music for different markets, further solidifying their global reach.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

46 /100

Foothills

Higher than 10% of albums we've rated

The EP showcases energetic beats and catchy melodies but relies on familiar material, limiting its distinctiveness.

What we noticed

The first track 'ALL IN' opens with a high-energy beat and layered vocals, setting a fast pace that continues through the first half of the EP.
Tracks 4 to 7 are reimagined versions of previously released songs, incorporating Japanese lyrics while maintaining the original's dynamic arrangements.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 7/10
Durability 25% of the score: 5/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 5/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 6/10

Influence 4/10

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

short, energetic bursts
immediate hooks and energy
dynamic emotional journeys

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Breakthrough — First Japanese-language EP that marked significant commercial success and wider recognition.
Themes: Japanese market expansion· friendship celebration· high-energy anthems
Career context: Released on November 4, 2020, 'All In' is Stray Kids' first Japanese-language EP, following their successful album 'GO生' from earlier that year. By this point, the group was solidifying their presence in the international market and expanding their discography with multilingual releases.
Stylistic neighbors: Ateez· NCT 127· Seventeen