Is Thrill-ing a good place to start with The Boyz?

Yes, Thrill-ing is recommended as a starting point for new The Boyz listeners. An exhilarating blend of energetic beats and catchy melodies that captures the essence of youthful exuberance. Released on August 9, 2021, Thrill-ing marks The Boyz's fifth mini-album, following their commercial success with the previous EP, Chase. At this point in their career, The Boyz had solidified their presence in the K-pop scene with increasing popularity both domestically and internationally.

Who is Thrill-ing for?

Thrill-ing works well if you're into high-energy dance party vibes, catchy sing-along moments and for upbeat gatherings.

How many songs are on Thrill-ing?

Thrill-ing has 6 tracks, running approximately 19 minutes.

Thrill-ing

The Boyz · 2021

19 min · 6 tracks · K-pop

An exhilarating blend of energetic beats and catchy melodies that captures the essence of youthful exuberance.

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Top tracks — play these first

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THRILL RIDE Start here — The opening track sets an energetic tone for the album with its infectious hooks and dynamic choreography, making it a fan favorite.
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Dancing Till We Drop — This upbeat anthem embodies a carefree spirit and showcases the group's dance prowess, inviting listeners to join in on the fun.
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B.O.Y (Bet On You) — With its catchy chorus and relatable lyrics about taking chances in love, this track resonates deeply with fans and highlights the group's versatility.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

60 /100

Treeline

Higher than 66% of albums we've rated

The album showcases strong production and energetic compositions, appealing to K-pop fans while maintaining a cohesive sound.

What we noticed

The first three tracks maintain a high-energy tempo, while the last three introduce more varied rhythms and emotional tones.
Each song features layered vocal harmonies that shift between group and solo lines, creating dynamic contrasts.

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: 7/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 6/10

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

high-energy dance party vibes
catchy sing-along moments
for upbeat gatherings
steady flow for active listening

Maybe skip if you

prefer lengthy introspective albums
seek experimental soundscapes

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Breakthrough — This EP showcases The Boyz's growing influence and commercial success in K-pop.
Career context: Released on August 9, 2021, Thrill-ing marks The Boyz's fifth mini-album, following their commercial success with the previous EP, Chase. At this point in their career, The Boyz had solidified their presence in the K-pop scene with increasing popularity both domestically and internationally.
Stylistic neighbors: Stray Kids· Ateez· NCT 127