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The First Scene

Kwon Yuri · 2018

20 min · 6 tracks · K-pop

A vibrant blend of K-pop rhythms and catchy melodies, infused with personal storytelling and fresh emotional depth.

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Top tracks — play these first

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    빠져가 (Into You) — This opening track features an infectious melody paired with lyrics that explore themes of infatuation, setting the emotional tone for the album.
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    꿈 (Illusion) — With its dreamy soundscapes and introspective lyrics, this track delves into the complexities of love and desire, showcasing Kwon's vocal range beautifully.
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    C’est la vie (That’s LIFE!) — This upbeat anthem encapsulates resilience and optimism amidst life's challenges, demonstrating Kwon's ability to convey powerful messages through catchy hooks.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

46 /100
Foothills
Higher than 10% of albums we've rated

The album showcases Kwon Yuri's vocal versatility but follows familiar K-pop structures.

What we noticed

  • The first track opens with a strong beat and layered harmonies, establishing an upbeat tempo that persists through the first half of the album.
  • The third track introduces a shift in mood with a slower tempo and more introspective lyrics, contrasting with the preceding songs.
  • The final track features a fade-out ending, leaving a sense of continuation rather than closure.
Composition 25% of the score
6/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
7/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
5/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
5/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
6/10

running order, pacing, length

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.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 빠져가 (Into You) 3:06
  • 2 꿈 (Illusion) 3:47
  • 3 C’est la vie (That’s LIFE!) 3:57
  • 4 Butterfly 2:49
  • 5 Chapter 2 3:46
  • 6 Ending Credit (To be continued) 3:17

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