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Welcome to Secret Time

Secret · 2012

48 min · 13 tracks · K-pop

A vibrant blend of K-pop melodies and infectious hooks that invite listeners into a whimsical, dreamlike world.

Why this album works

The album helped cement Secret's reputation in the K-pop genre, peaking at number 3 on the Gaon Album Chart. Its catchy tracks and engaging concepts contributed to the rise of the girl group wave during the early 2010s in South Korea, influencing subsequent acts seeking to replicate their success.
Best for
whimsical melodies for daydreaming steady pacing for relaxed enjoyment infectious hooks that invite singing
Context
Released in January 2012, 'Welcome to Secret Time' was Secret's first full album following their successful singles and EPs. By this time, they had already established themselves in the K-pop scene with hits like 'Shy Boy,' making this album an essential step in solidifying their presence as a leading girl group.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 WELCOME to SECRET TIME 3:23
  • 2 愛はムーブ 3:19
  • 3 Madonna (Album ver.) Standout 3:41
  • 4 Shy Boy Standout 3:39
  • 5 Starlight Moonlight 3:53
  • 6 真夏のマーメイド 3:50
  • 7 I miss you Standout 3:56
  • 8 これくらいのサヨナラ 3:43
  • 9 笑わないで (Nu Groove ver.) 3:43
  • 10 TWINKLE TWINKLE 3:20
  • 11 DRIVE TO YOU 3:32
  • 12 Walking 4:07
  • 13 SECRET DREAM 4:01

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