XOXO cover

Released 13 years ago this June

XOXO

EXO · 2013

46 min · 13 tracks · K-pop · synth-pop

A vibrant blend of catchy hooks and polished production that encapsulates the exuberance of contemporary K-pop.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo groove throughout
  • catchy sing-along moments abound
  • uplifting energy for celebrations
  • playful melodies for group listening

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer slow, introspective tracks
  • want lengthy, sprawling compositions

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on June 3, 2013, 'XOXO' was EXO's debut studio album, following their initial EP 'Mama' from 2012. The album marked a significant step in solidifying EXO's presence in the K-pop scene as they transitioned from relative newcomers to major players in the industry.
Stylistic neighbors
NCT 127· Ateez· Stray Kids

Tracklist

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

  • 2 狼与美女 (Wolf) 3:52
  • 3 XOXO (Kisses & Hugs) 3:08
  • 4 Lucky 3:25
  • 5 Baby, Don't Cry (人鱼的眼泪) 3:55
  • 6 Black Pearl 3:08
  • 7 蝴蝶少女 (Don't Go) 3:36
  • 8 Let Out the Beast 3:27
  • 9 3.6.5 3:07
  • 10 Heart Attack 3:39
  • 11 彼得潘 (Peter Pan) 3:56
  • 12 Baby (第一步) 4:00
  • 13 My Lady 3:33
  • 14 咆哮 (Growl) (EXO-M ver.) 3:27

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