Une Année cover

Une Année

Apink · 2012

29 min · 9 tracks · K-pop · synth-pop · bubblegum music

Bright synth melodies and playful harmonies create an effervescent K-pop experience filled with youthful exuberance.

Why this album works

'Une Année' debuted at number two on the Gaon Album Chart and solidified Apink's presence in the K-pop industry. Its lead single 'Hush' gained significant airplay and boosted the group's visibility, contributing to the rise of the 'girl crush' concept in K-pop during that era.
Best for
playful energy for group listening bright melodies for cheerful moods short tracks for quick enjoyment
Context
Released on May 9, 2012, 'Une Année' is Apink's first full-length album, following their successful debut EP 'Seven Springs of Apink'. At this stage in their career, the group was establishing themselves in the K-pop scene and aiming to solidify their image as a leading girl group.
Stylistic neighbors
Girls' Generation· Kyary Pamyu Pamyu· 4Minute

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Une annee 0:57
  • 2 Hush Standout 3:30
  • 3 고양이 3:33
  • 4 4월19일 Standout 4:19
  • 5 Bubibu 3:40
  • 6 Step Standout 3:38
  • 7 Boy 3:04
  • 8 I Got You 3:19
  • 9 하늘 높이 3:25

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