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Trouble Maker

Trouble Maker · 2011

13 min · 4 tracks · K-pop

Electro-pop beats intertwine with sultry vocals, creating an infectious, danceable sound that embodies modern K-pop's vibrant energy.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Trouble Maker — The title track stands out for its catchy hook and dynamic choreography, encapsulating the synergy between the two artists and setting the tone for the entire EP.
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    아무렇지 않니 — This track showcases a more emotional side of the duo, blending soft melodies with heartfelt lyrics that delve into complex feelings about love and longing.
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    Time — With its rhythmic pulse and engaging production, 'Time' highlights the duo's vocal chemistry while exploring themes of nostalgia and fleeting moments.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

50 /100
Foothills
Higher than 23% of albums we've rated

The EP showcases strong vocal interplay and catchy production, though it has limited depth for repeated listens.

What we noticed

  • The title track features a call-and-response structure between the two vocalists, enhancing the dynamic interplay.
  • Each song incorporates electronic beats with varying tempos, but all maintain a danceable rhythm throughout.
  • The EP closes with a ballad that contrasts sharply with the upbeat nature of the first three tracks, creating a notable shift in mood.
Composition 25% of the score
6/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
7/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
5/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
7/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
6/10

running order, pacing, length

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.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Trouble Maker 3:39
  • 2 듣기 싫은 말 3:25
  • 3 Time 3:29
  • 4 아무렇지 않니 2:57

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