Modern Times cover

Modern Times

IU · 2013

53 min · 17 tracks · K-pop

A vibrant blend of jazz, bossa nova, and contemporary pop showcasing IU's versatile vocal prowess.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • vibrant afternoon gatherings
  • playful melodies for relaxation
  • headphone detail appreciation
  • warm background for conversations

Maybe skip if you want

  • seekers of high-energy tracks
  • fans of abrupt tempo shifts

Where this album fits

Themes
whimsical nostalgia· modern romanticism· jazz-infused playfulness
Career context
Released on January 1, 2013, 'Modern Times' marked IU's third studio album, following her successful 'Last Fantasy.' At this point in her career, she was transitioning from a teen idol to a mature artist, signaling her artistic growth and experimentation with diverse musical styles.
Stylistic neighbors
Taeyeon· Ailee· Sunmi
Sounds like this from elsewhere
Born to Die by Lana Del Rey — Shares whimsical nostalgia and modern romanticism with lush, cinematic production.
Little Broken Hearts by Norah Jones — Features jazz-infused melodies and a blend of playful yet introspective themes.
Metals by Feist — Combines a warm, organic sound with lyrical exploration of personal and emotional landscapes.

Tracklist

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

Disc 1

  • 1 금요일에 만나요 3:37
  • 2 크레파스 3:13
  • 3 을의 연애 3:11
  • 4 누구나 비밀은 있다 3:49
  • 5 입술 사이 (50cm) 2:50
  • 6 분홍신 4:14
  • 7 Modern Times 3:25
  • 8 싫은 날 3:52
  • 9 Obliviate 3:10
  • 10 아이야 나랑 걷자 4:59
  • 11 Havana 4:09
  • 12 우울시계 2:48
  • 13 한낮의 꿈 3:40
  • 14 기다려 2:30
  • 15 Voice Mail (Korean Ver.) 4:06

Disc 2

  • 1 Concert Clip of 'Modern Times'

Disc 3

  • 1 Additional Scenes of 'Modern Times'

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