Top tracks — play these first
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No Air Start here — As the lead single, 'No Air' showcases The Boyz's vocal prowess and intricate harmonies, perfectly encapsulating the album's energetic spirit.
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Only ONE — 'Only ONE' combines catchy hooks with an infectious beat, demonstrating the group's versatility and ability to connect with audiences emotionally.
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자각몽 (Lucid Dream) — This track stands out for its ethereal production and introspective lyrics, offering a more contemplative side of The Boyz amidst upbeat songs.
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 structures.
What we noticed
- The first three tracks maintain a high-energy tempo, while the last three introduce slower, more emotive melodies.
- Each song features layered vocal harmonies and dynamic instrumental arrangements that shift throughout the tracks.
- 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
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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
- vibrant energy for morning boosts
- short bursts of emotional release
- engaging sing-along moments
- captivating flow from start
- quick pick-me-up listening experience
Maybe skip if you
- long, drawn-out musical explorations
- slow-paced, reflective listening
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — This EP solidified The Boyz's popularity with the hit single 'No Air'.
- Themes
- K-pop identity formation· introspective dreams· vibrant youth energy
- Career context
- Released on November 29, 2018, The Only is The Boyz's first EP following their successful debut in 2019. At this point, the group was consolidating its identity within the K-pop scene after participating in the survival show 'Road to Kingdom' earlier that year, which significantly boosted their visibility.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Stray Kids· Ateez· NCT 127
Tracklist
- 1 Breath to Breath 0:57
- 2 No Air Start here 4:04
- 3 Only ONE 3:25
- 4 자각몽 (Lucid Dream) 3:20
- 5 36.5º (Melting Heart) 4:04
- 6 4EVER 3:44
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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