Celebrate cover

Celebrate

Twice · 2022

30 min · 9 tracks · J-pop

Bright melodies and infectious hooks weave together in a celebration of individuality and positivity that defines Twice's signature style.

Top tracks — play these first

  • →
    Celebrate Start here — The title track encapsulates the album's core message of joy and self-celebration with an upbeat tempo and empowering lyrics that invite listeners to join in.
  • →
    TICK TOCK — This track combines playful beats with a danceable rhythm, showcasing Twice's ability to blend catchy choruses with a sense of urgency that resonates with youthful energy.
  • →
    Doughnut — A standout ballad that contrasts the album's otherwise upbeat tracks, 'Doughnut' showcases the group's vocal prowess while exploring themes of longing and sweetness.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

59 /100
Treeline
Higher than 57% of albums we've rated

The album showcases strong melodies and production, though it follows familiar J-pop structures.

What we noticed

  • The first three tracks maintain a high-energy tempo with bright instrumentation, while the fourth track introduces a more relaxed groove.
  • Several songs feature layered vocal harmonies that create a rich texture, particularly in the chorus sections.
  • The album closes with a reflective ballad that contrasts with the upbeat nature of the earlier tracks, providing an emotional resolution.
Composition 25% of the score
7/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
8/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
6/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
6/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
7/10

running order, pacing, length

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

  • uplifting anthems for celebration
  • steady tempo for group enjoyment
  • playful vibes for social gatherings
  • feel-good tracks for positivity

Maybe skip if you

  • seeking deep introspective themes
  • prefer slow, minimalistic sounds

Where this album fits

In the catalog
Late Career Highlight — Shows continued evolution in sound and strong international success.
Themes
self-celebration· playful energy
Career context
Released on July 27, 2022, 'Celebrate' is Twice's twelfth EP, coming after their successful album 'Formula of Love: O+T=<3' from late 2021. This project marked a continued evolution in their sound as they embraced themes of self-acceptance and joy, coinciding with the group's growing international prominence.
Stylistic neighbors
Itzy· Red Velvet· Blackpink

Tracklist

  • 1 Celebrate Start here 3:08
  • 2 Voices of Delight 3:03
  • 3 TICK TOCK 3:03
  • 4 Flow like waves 3:33
  • 5 That’s all I’m saying 3:02
  • 6 Bitter Sweet 3:30
  • 7 Sandcastle 3:12
  • 8 Just be yourself 3:20
  • 9 Doughnut 4:23

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata