Is What Do I Call You a good place to start with Taeyeon?

Yes, What Do I Call You is recommended as a starting point for new Taeyeon listeners. Ethereal vocals weave through lush production, blending contemporary R&B with K-pop's melodic intricacies and emotional depth. What Do I Call You marks Taeyeon's third EP, following her successful album Purpose in 2019. By this release, she had firmly established herself as a leading solo artist in the K-pop scene, recognized for her vocal prowess and artistic versatility. This EP showcases her continued evolution, experimenting with different sounds while maintaining her signature style.

Who is What Do I Call You for?

What Do I Call You works well if you're into short, engaging listening sessions, concise emotional storytelling and light, uplifting vibes.

How many songs are on What Do I Call You?

What Do I Call You has 6 tracks, running approximately 19 minutes.

What Do I Call You

Taeyeon · 2020

19 min · 6 tracks · K-pop

Ethereal vocals weave through lush production, blending contemporary R&B with K-pop's melodic intricacies and emotional depth.

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Top tracks — play these first

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What Do I Call You Start here — This title track encapsulates the EP’s themes of love and uncertainty, featuring a haunting melody that showcases Taeyeon’s vocal range beautifully.
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Wildfire — Wildfire contrasts uplifting instrumentals with introspective lyrics about personal struggle, reflecting Taeyeon's skill in conveying deep emotions through music.
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Galaxy — Galaxy stands out with its dreamy production and romantic imagery, illustrating Taeyeon's ability to blend ethereal sounds with heartfelt storytelling.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

63 /100

Treeline

Higher than 74% of albums we've rated

The EP showcases strong vocal performances and cohesive production, marking Taeyeon's continued growth as a solo artist.

What we noticed

The first three tracks maintain a mid-tempo pace, while the last three shift to slower, more introspective arrangements.
Vocals are layered with harmonies that create an ethereal quality, particularly in the choruses of 'To the moon' and 'Galaxy'.
Each track features a distinct instrumental arrangement that blends R&B elements with traditional K-pop melodies.

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: 8/10

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.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

short, engaging listening sessions
concise emotional storytelling
light, uplifting vibes
reflective moments of introspection

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Fan Favorite — Beloved for its cohesive sound and emotional depth, appealing to dedicated listeners.
Career context: What Do I Call You marks Taeyeon's third EP, following her successful album Purpose in 2019. By this release, she had firmly established herself as a leading solo artist in the K-pop scene, recognized for her vocal prowess and artistic versatility. This EP showcases her continued evolution, experimenting with different sounds while maintaining her signature style.
Stylistic neighbors: Ailee· IU· Heize