Top tracks — play these first
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Badman — The title track stands out with its aggressive beats and confident lyrics, embodying the group's rebellious spirit while showcasing their vocal and rap prowess.
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Excuse Me — This track combines catchy hooks with an infectious rhythm, illustrating B.A.P's ability to balance energetic performance with memorable melodies.
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Hurricane — With its dynamic structure and powerful delivery, 'Hurricane' highlights the group's versatility and commitment to pushing musical boundaries within K-pop.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The EP showcases energetic tracks with strong production but lacks depth for long-term engagement.
What we noticed
- The first three tracks maintain a high-energy tempo with aggressive beats, while the fourth track shifts to a slower, more melodic style.
- The production employs layered synths and heavy bass throughout, creating a polished sound that emphasizes rhythm and hooks.
- 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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6/10
- 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
- short bursts of energetic fun
- for upbeat gatherings
- catchy hooks for sing-alongs
- playful tracks with vibrant energy
Maybe skip if you
- prefer lengthy immersive albums
- seek deep emotional introspection
Where this album fits
- Career context
- When 'Badman' was released in August 2013, B.A.P was solidifying their position in the K-pop industry following their debut in early 2012. This EP followed their successful first album and marked a key moment in their evolution toward a more mature sound and image, transitioning from their earlier, more youthful themes.
- Stylistic neighbors
- EXO· Ateez· Stray Kids
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Badman
The verses confront adversaries directly with assertive language, reflecting a defiant attitude towards criticism.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Whut's Poppin' 1:50
- 2 Badman 3:47
- 3 Excuse Me 3:35
- 4 Coffee Shop 3:39
- 5 Bow Wow 3:37
- 6 Hurricane 3:32
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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