Noeasy
Stray Kids · 2021
46 min · 14 tracks · J-pop
An energetic blend of hip-hop beats and catchy pop melodies that showcases Stray Kids' dynamic range and lyrical depth.
Top tracks — play these first
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CHEESE Start here — accessible entry with immediate hook
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소리꾼 (Thunderous) — The lead single encapsulates the album's boldness with its powerful beat and striking choreography, serving as an anthem that highlights the group's charisma.
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좋아해서 미안 (Sorry, I Love You) — This track showcases a softer side of Stray Kids, blending heartfelt lyrics with a melodic pop sound that reveals their versatility.
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WOLFGANG — With its aggressive beats and intricate rap verses, this song exemplifies Stray Kids' signature sound while pushing boundaries within their genre.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
Noeasy showcases strong production and energetic compositions but lacks cohesion in its pacing.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a high-energy track, 'CHEESE', that sets a fast tempo and introduces layered vocal harmonies.
- Several tracks incorporate electronic elements and dynamic production techniques, creating a polished sound that enhances the energetic feel.
- The last three tracks slow down the tempo significantly, providing a contrast to the earlier high-energy songs.
- 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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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Significant within its genre. 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 energy flow
- vibrant tracks for group sing-alongs
- consistent sound across all tracks
- dynamic beats for active listening
Maybe skip if you
- prefer quick, standalone hits
- seek slow, introspective moments
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — Follow-up to their initial success, solidifying Stray Kids' global presence.
- Career context
- Released on August 23, 2021, Noeasy is Stray Kids' second studio album following their breakthrough in the global market with their previous release, Go Live. The album capitalizes on their growing popularity, demonstrating a matured sound and heightened production values as they expand their artistic identity within K-pop.
Tracklist
- 1 CHEESE Start here 3:02
- 2 소리꾼 (Thunderous) 3:03
- 3 DOMINO 3:18
- 4 씩 (SSICK) 3:10
- 5 The View 3:21
- 6 좋아해서 미안 (Sorry, I Love You) 2:57
- 7 Silent Cry 3:29
- 8 말할 수 없는 비밀 (Secret Secret) 3:29
- 9 Star Lost 3:35
- 10 강박 (Red Lights) 3:09
- 11 Surfin' 3:11
- 12 Gone Away 4:01
- 13 WOLFGANG 3:10
- 14 애 (Mixtape: OH) 3:32
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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