Top tracks — play these first
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I Loved You — This track stands out due to its poignant exploration of heartbreak, combining powerful vocals with a memorable melody that resonates deeply.
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Be Lazy — With its upbeat tempo and playful lyrics, this song embodies the carefree spirit of youth while showcasing the band's rock influences.
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혼자야 — The introspective nature of this track offers a compelling contrast to the album's more energetic songs, allowing for a deeper emotional connection.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases strong songwriting and production, with energetic arrangements that engage listeners.
What we noticed
- The album features a consistent use of layered guitar riffs and synths, creating a rich soundscape that supports the vocal melodies.
- Several tracks incorporate dynamic shifts in intensity, with verses often building to explosive choruses that emphasize emotional peaks.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
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 mid-tempo groove throughout
- sing-along moments with friends
- uplifting melodies for daily drive
- emotional storytelling in each track
- for afternoon relaxation
Maybe skip if you
- need for instant gratification
- prefer experimental soundscapes
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on December 6, 2017, 'Moonrise' is Day6's second studio album, following their debut 'Sunrise' earlier that year. This album marks a significant milestone as it showcases the band's growth in songwriting and production, solidifying their presence in the K-pop scene.
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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I Loved You
The bridge shifts from a reflective tone to a raw expression of regret and yearning, encapsulating the pain of lost love.
This moment's shift in tone emphasizes vulnerability, heightening the emotional impact as it contrasts with the earlier confident declarations.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Better Better 3:31
- 2 좋아합니다 4:02
- 3 좋은걸 뭐 어떡해 3:54
- 4 남겨둘게 3:55
- 5 놀래! 3:17
- 6 Be Lazy 3:15
- 7 Hi Hello 3:52
- 8 I Loved You 3:54
- 9 그렇더라고요 3:47
- 10 혼자야 3:45
- 11 쏟아진다 4:07
- 12 누군가 필요해 3:39
- 13 노력해볼게요 3:44
- 14 Colors (Final ver.) 4:17
- 15 태양처럼 (Final ver.) 3:39
- 16 이상하게 계속 이래 (Final ver.) 3:12
- 17 버릇이 됐어 (Final ver.) 3:27
- 18 Free하게 (Final ver.) 3:06
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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