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Lips on Lips

Tiffany Young · 2019

23 min · 7 tracks · K-pop

A vibrant blend of K-pop and Western pop influences, showcasing a mix of catchy hooks and emotional depth.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Born Again — Opening with a powerful ballad, this track showcases Tiffany's vocal range and emotional delivery, setting a tone for the EP's exploration of love and rebirth.
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    Lips on Lips — The title track encapsulates the album's essence with its catchy melody and playful lyrics, emphasizing themes of romance and desire.
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    Not Barbie — This track stands out for its empowering message against societal beauty standards, reflecting Tiffany's personal journey and resonating with listeners seeking authenticity.

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 features strong production and varied tempos but lacks standout compositions that elevate it beyond its genre.

What we noticed

  • The first three tracks feature upbeat tempos and layered vocal harmonies, while the last four shift to a more introspective tone with slower arrangements.
Composition 25% of the score
6/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
7/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
5/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
5/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
6/10

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

  • vibrant storytelling through
  • short bursts of catchy energy
  • playful anthems for sing-alongs
  • steady progression to closure

Maybe skip if you

  • prefer longer, immersive albums
  • seek deep, introspective themes

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on February 22, 2019, 'Lips on Lips' marks Tiffany Young's first solo EP after her transition from the popular girl group Girls' Generation. This project followed her debut single in the U.S., positioning her as a significant figure in both the K-pop and Western pop scenes.
Stylistic neighbors
Taeyeon· Ailee· Chungha

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Born Again 3:33
  • 2 Lips on Lips 3:23
  • 3 The Flower 3:53
  • 4 Not Barbie 3:45
  • 5 Runaway 2:45
  • 6 Teach You 3:06
  • 7 Over My Skin 2:56

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