Top tracks — play these first
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남자답게 — As the lead single, this track combines powerful vocals with an addictive melody, encapsulating the group's signature style while spotlighting their growth.
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우리 사이 — This song features harmonized vocals and emotional lyrics, showcasing the group's ability to convey depth and connection through music.
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열쇠 — With its introspective themes and strong vocal delivery, this track highlights the emotional core of the EP, contrasting with more upbeat selections.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The EP blends ballads and upbeat tracks effectively but lacks standout compositions that elevate it beyond its genre.
What we noticed
- The first track serves as an intro, setting a somber tone that contrasts with the upbeat second track, which features a driving rhythm and layered harmonies.
- Several tracks utilize dynamic shifts in tempo, moving from slower ballads to more energetic sections, particularly noticeable in '우리 사이' and '12개월'.
- 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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5/10
- 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
- concise emotional storytelling
- dynamic shifts in energy
- for short commutes
- uplifting moments of reflection
Maybe skip if you
- prefer lengthy immersive albums
- seek immediate high-energy tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2014, Broken marked MBLAQ's return after a series of lineup changes, including member departures. This EP followed their previous work, Sexy Beat, and aimed to solidify their presence in the K-pop landscape amidst growing competition. The album reflects the group's efforts to redefine their sound and identity.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Broken (Intro.) 1:26
- 2 남자답게 3:22
- 3 우리 사이 3:07
- 4 12개월 3:16
- 5 열쇠 3:44
- 6 둘이라서 3:30
- 7 Still With You (Outro.) 0:58
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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