Top tracks — play these first
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TROUBLE — The title track encapsulates the album's essence with its upbeat tempo and engaging choreography, showcasing EXID’s playful yet confident persona.
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HOT PINK (JPN ver.) — This track highlights EXID's signature sound with bold lyrics and an infectious melody, illustrating their crossover appeal in Japan.
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Memories — As a reflective ballad, this song contrasts the energetic tracks on the album by showcasing the group's emotional depth and vocal range.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album features strong hooks and polished production, but its cohesion is somewhat affected by the pacing shifts.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a high-energy track that sets a lively tone, followed by three consecutive tracks that maintain a similar upbeat tempo.
- Several songs feature layered vocal harmonies and call-and-response sections, creating an engaging dynamic between the members.
- The last two tracks slow down the pace significantly, providing a contrast to the earlier energetic songs and allowing for a more reflective conclusion.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- 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
- catchy hooks and melodies
- steady mid-tempo pacing
- playful and vibrant energy
- short, engaging listening sessions
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on January 1, 2019, 'Trouble' marked EXID's first album after their successful EP 'Full Moon' in 2018. At this point in their career, the group was solidifying their presence in the K-pop scene following viral success with their single 'Up & Down', which had propelled them to mainstream fame.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Mamamoo· Red Velvet· Twice
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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TROUBLE
The bridge shifts from a confident declaration to a moment of vulnerability, revealing a deeper layer beneath the upbeat surface.
This transition not only adds emotional complexity but also aligns with the song's theme of navigating personal challenges while maintaining a brave front.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The Beauty is Guilty!? 3:12
- 2 HOT PINK (JPN ver.) 3:24
- 3 TROUBLE 4:05
- 4 Every Night (JPN ver.) 3:54
- 5 Without U (JPN ver.) 3:34
- 6 Cookie & Cream 3:55
- 7 UP&DOWN (JPN ver.) 3:14
- 8 Too Good to Me (JPN ver.) 3:29
- 9 VAPORIZE YOURSELF！ 3:33
- 10 Memories 4:09
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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