Is Time a good place to start with TVXQ?

Yes, Time is recommended as a starting point for new TVXQ listeners. An electrifying blend of K-pop and R&B, merging vibrant dance beats with emotive balladry. Released on January 1, 2013, 'Time' is TVXQ's sixth studio album and marks their continued evolution as a duo after the departure of member JYJ in 2010. This album came during a period of resurgence for the group, showcasing their artistic maturity and solidifying their status in the K-pop industry following their successful previous album, 'Catch Me'.

Time works well if you're into steady flow with emotional peaks, momentum-building danceable tracks and vocal harmonies for sing-alongs.

How many songs are on Time?

Time has 14 tracks, running approximately 60 minutes.

Time

TVXQ · 2013

60 min · 14 tracks · K-pop

An electrifying blend of K-pop and R&B, merging vibrant dance beats with emotive balladry.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Fated Start here — The opening track sets a poignant tone with its lush production and heartfelt lyrics, embodying the theme of longing that resonates throughout the album.
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Catch Me -If you wanna- — This energetic single showcases TVXQ's powerful vocals and intricate choreography, serving as a definitive statement of their K-pop prowess.
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STILL — A beautifully composed ballad that highlights the duo's vocal harmonies, illustrating their emotional depth and connection to the album's central themes.
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Humanoids — Combining futuristic themes with a catchy hook, this track reflects the experimentation in sound that characterizes much of the album.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

58 /100

Treeline

Higher than 49% of albums we've rated

The album showcases strong vocal performances and diverse styles but lacks a seamless flow throughout.

What we noticed

The album opens with a mid-tempo track that sets a melodic tone, followed by the high-energy title track that introduces a shift in dynamics.
Several tracks feature layered harmonies and vocal interplay between the duo, particularly evident in 'Fated' and 'STILL'.
The latter half of the album includes slower ballads that contrast with the earlier dance tracks, creating a varied emotional landscape.

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: 5/10

Influence 6/10

Significant within its genre. 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

steady flow with emotional peaks
momentum-building danceable tracks
vocal harmonies for sing-alongs
uplifting energy for workouts
reflective moments for quiet times

Maybe skip if you

prefer instant gratification
seek standalone hit singles

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Breakthrough — 'Time' solidified TVXQ's status as a leading K-pop act after member changes.
Themes: longing ballads· futuristic dance beats· emotional resilience
Career context: Released on January 1, 2013, 'Time' is TVXQ's sixth studio album and marks their continued evolution as a duo after the departure of member JYJ in 2010. This album came during a period of resurgence for the group, showcasing their artistic maturity and solidifying their status in the K-pop industry following their successful previous album, 'Catch Me'.
Stylistic neighbors: Super Junior· SHINee· EXO