What makes Take Off by NCT notable?

The album debuted at number 1 on the Billboard World Albums chart and achieved impressive sales in China, showcasing NCT's growing international influence. The single 'Regular' particularly gained traction, receiving significant airplay and contributing to the group's reputation as a leading act in the K-pop scene. Released on January 1, 2019, 'Take Off' is NCT's first EP under the subunit WayV, marking their expansion into the Chinese market. This project followed their successful debut as a larger group, NCT 127, showcasing their versatility and appeal across different regions.

Take Off works well if you're into danceable tracks for upbeat energy, front-loaded with vibrant hooks and short bursts of infectious melodies.

How many songs are on Take Off?

Take Off has 6 tracks, running approximately 22 minutes.

Take Off

NCT · 2019

22 min · 6 tracks · K-pop

A vibrant blend of K-pop and hip-hop, layered with catchy hooks and a polished production aesthetic.

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Top tracks — play these first

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无翼而飞 (Take Off) — The title track serves as an anthem of ambition and liberation, featuring dynamic choreography that encapsulates the group's energetic performance style.
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理所当然 (Regular) — This track blends English and Mandarin lyrics seamlessly, showcasing the group's bilingual capabilities while delivering a catchy earworm that emphasizes confidence.
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真实谎言 (Say It) — With its introspective lyrics and smooth R&B influences, this song adds emotional depth to the EP, illustrating the group’s diverse musical range.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

59 /100

Treeline

Higher than 57% of albums we've rated

The album combines energetic production with varied vocal performances, appealing to K-pop fans while maintaining a cohesive sound.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 8/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 6/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 7/10

Influence 4/10

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

danceable tracks for upbeat energy
front-loaded with vibrant hooks
short bursts of infectious melodies
steady progression to energize listeners

Maybe skip if you

prefer longer, immersive experiences
seek deep emotional introspection

Where this album fits

Career context: Released on January 1, 2019, 'Take Off' is NCT's first EP under the subunit WayV, marking their expansion into the Chinese market. This project followed their successful debut as a larger group, NCT 127, showcasing their versatility and appeal across different regions.
Stylistic neighbors: Ateez· Stray Kids· Seventeen