Released 10 years ago
The Little Prince (EP)
Kim Ryeowook · 2016
23 min · 6 tracks · K-pop
A delicate blend of heartfelt ballads and playful pop melodies showcasing Ryeowook's emotive vocal delivery.
Top tracks — play these first
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Like a Star — This opening track introduces the EP with a tender melody that highlights Ryeowook's vocal prowess, setting the emotional tone for the project.
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어린왕자 The Little Prince — Named after the beloved story, this song features poetic lyrics that resonate deeply with themes of love and longing, showcasing Ryeowook's ability to convey emotion.
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그대 Hello — With its upbeat tempo and catchy chorus, this track exemplifies Ryeowook's playful side while maintaining lyrical depth, making it a standout pop gem on the EP.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The EP showcases solid songwriting and production but remains within familiar K-pop territory.
What we noticed
- The first track opens with a soft piano melody that sets a gentle tone, which is maintained throughout the EP.
- Ryeowook's vocal delivery is consistently emotive, often layering harmonies in the choruses to enhance the emotional impact.
- The fifth track introduces a more upbeat tempo and playful instrumentation, contrasting with the ballad-heavy opening.
- Each song features distinct arrangements, with varying instrumentation that keeps the listener engaged without losing thematic coherence.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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5/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
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whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- short, reflective listening sessions
- soothing background ambiance
- heartfelt emotional exploration
- gentle melodic flow
Where this album fits
- Career context
- The Little Prince is Kim Ryeowook's debut solo EP, released in January 2016 while he was still a prominent member of the K-pop group Super Junior. Following his participation in various musical projects and sub-units, this release marked his first foray into the solo realm, highlighting his versatility as an artist.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Like a Star 3:33
- 2 어린왕자 The Little Prince 4:21
- 3 그대 Hello 3:21
- 4 알 수도 있는 사람 People you may know 4:20
- 5 Foxy Girl 3:18
- 6 품 POOM 4:10
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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