Solar cover

Solar

Taeyang · 2010

41 min · 21 tracks · K-pop

A vibrant blend of R&B and pop, infused with Taeyang's soulful vocals and heartfelt lyricism.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic emotional journeys
  • late-night contemplative moods
  • steady, consistent energy levels
  • short, engaging listening sessions

Where this album fits

In the catalog
Breakthrough — Established Taeyang's solo career after Big Bang, gaining significant recognition.
Themes
heartbreak narrative· romantic longing· K-pop debut experience
Career context
Released on January 1, 2010, 'Solar' marked Taeyang's debut solo album following his success as a member of the boy band Big Bang. This album emerged as a significant moment in his career, showcasing his artistic identity beyond the group and solidifying his status as a solo artist in the K-pop landscape.
Stylistic neighbors
Zico· Dean· Kenshi Yonezu
If this clicks, go next to
Rise — Continues the R&B vibe with deeper themes and more mature sound.
Sounds like this from elsewhere
New Breed by Jay Park — Combines smooth R&B with heartfelt lyrics, exploring themes of love and personal growth.
130 mood: TRBL by Dean — Merges contemporary R&B vibes with emotional narratives about relationships and longing.

Tracklist

New here? Start with "SUPERSTAR".

Disc 1

  • 1 SOLAR (INTRO) 0:57
  • 2 SUPERSTAR Start here 3:15
  • 3 기도 3:41
  • 4 I'LL BE THERE (ENG.) 3:19
  • 5 WEDDING DRESS (ENG.) 4:07
  • 6 CONNECTION (ENG.) 3:31
  • 7 MOVE 3:53
  • 8 WHERE U AT 3:49
  • 9 I NEED A GIRL 3:40
  • 10 나만 바라봐 4:00
  • 11 TAKE IT SLOW 4:22
  • 12 I'LL BE THERE (KOR.) 3:15

Disc 2

  • 1 기도
  • 2 나만 바라봐
  • 3 WHERE U AT
  • 4 WEDDING DRESS
  • 5 I NEED A GIRL
  • 6 I'LL BE THERE (KOR.)
  • 7 I'LL BE THERE (ENG.)
  • 8 MAKING FILM 1
  • 9 MAKING FILM 2

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