Top tracks — play these first
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Boy — 'Boy' serves as the EP's standout lead single, featuring an upbeat tempo and playful lyrics that capture the essence of youthful love and attraction. Its catchy chorus and vibrant production helped it become a defining track of EXID's sound.
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낮보다는 밤 — This track combines sultry vocals with a laid-back groove, showcasing the group's versatility and ability to experiment with different musical styles. Its themes of longing resonate deeply within the overall narrative of the EP.
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How Why — With its unique blend of electronic elements and pop sensibilities, 'How Why' stands out for its innovative arrangement and lyrical exploration of confusion in relationships. This track reflects the artistic growth of EXID since their earlier releases.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
InstrumentalThe EP features strong melodies and varied instrumentation but remains within familiar K-pop structures.
What we noticed
- The first track 'Boy' opens with a strong, upbeat tempo and features layered vocal harmonies that set the tone for the EP.
- Tracks two through five each introduce different instrumental textures, with 'How Why' incorporating a more electronic sound compared to the preceding tracks.
- The final track is an instrumental version of '낮보다는 밤', which allows listeners to appreciate the production without vocals.
- 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
- steady, consistent energy levels
- short immersive listening sessions
- sultry late-night vibes
- rhythmic background focus
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on January 1, 2017, Eclipse marked EXID's return after their breakthrough hit 'Up & Down' in 2014. By this time, the group was solidifying their reputation in the K-pop scene, following a period of lineup stability and growing popularity. This EP came as they aimed to maintain momentum with fresh sounds while appealing to both new and existing fans.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Mamamoo· Red Velvet· Twice
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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낮보다는 밤
The lyrics shift from longing to acceptance, subtly acknowledging the complexities of love without directly naming them.
This structural choice adds depth to the emotional landscape by allowing listeners to feel the transition from desire to understanding.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Boy 3:27
- 2 낮보다는 밤 3:18
- 3 How Why 3:51
- 4 우유 3:24
- 5 Velvet 3:12
- 6 낮보다는 밤 (inst.) 3:18
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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