Stand Up cover

Stand Up

Big Bang · 2008

20 min · 6 tracks · K-pop · synth-pop · electro hop

A vibrant blend of electro hop and synth-pop, pulsating with infectious energy and catchy hooks.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • short, punchy listening sessions
  • immediate hooks and energy
  • vibrant, upbeat atmospheres

Where this album fits

In the catalog
Breakthrough — 'Stand Up' significantly boosted Big Bang's popularity with hit singles, marking their rise in K-pop.
Themes
K-pop rise· emotional maturity
Career context
Released on August 8, 2008, 'Stand Up' was Big Bang's first EP following their successful album 'Remember' from 2007. This period marked their rise to prominence in the K-pop scene, showcasing a fresh sound that appealed to a wider audience and solidifying their status as one of the leading groups in South Korea.
Stylistic neighbors
2NE1· G-Dragon· EXO
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Pink Tape by f(x) — Infuses experimental pop with electronic beats, exploring themes of identity and self-expression in a colorful way.

Tracklist

New here? Start with "하루하루".

  • 1 INTRO (STAND UP) 1:35
  • 2 하루하루 Start here 4:15
  • 3 천국 4:06
  • 4 착한사람 3:23
  • 5 LADY 3:19
  • 6 OH MY FRIEND 3:31

What to play next

This album is considered a Breakthrough in Big Bang's catalog. 'Stand Up' significantly boosted Big Bang's popularity with hit singles, marking their rise in K-pop.

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