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Weekly K-Pop Music Chart 2010 – November Week 3
1. (+2) 2AM – 전활 받지 않는 너에게 (To You Who’s Not Picking Up The Phone) *** 1 WEEK NO. 1 ***
Score: 947
Genre: Pop Ballad
Music+ Lyrics: Bang Shi Hyuk
Album: 2AM Vol. 1 Track 2 Purchase this album
Watch: MV Live Performance
Comment: 2AM scores their third No. 1 song of 2010 with “To You Who’s Not Picking Up The Phone”. This song is coming from 2AM’s first full-length album titled, “Saint O’Clock.” Bang Shi Hyuk who produced 2AM’s hit number “Can’t Send You Even If I Die” has also produced this album, elevating fans’ anticipation. “To You Who’s Not Picking Up the Phone” centralizes around the theme of the loneliness and hurt felt through breakup. It only takes two weeks to become our No. 1 song. With their latest No. 1 song, 2AM will have a very strong presence in the upcoming year end awards.
2. (+7) SNSD – 훗 (Hoot)
Score: 934
Genre: Pop/Dance
Music: James, Jansen, Larsson / Lyrics: Lee Hyun Gyu
Album: SNSD mini-album “Hoot” Track 1 Purchase this album
Watch: MV Live Performance
Comment: Asia’s number one girl group, SNSD makes a surprise comeback with a new mini album, “Hoot.” The girls have been quite busy this year promoting their second album with songs, “Oh” and “Run Devil Run” and debuting in Japan. The title track of the new album is “Hoot,” which showcases their upgraded vocals and emotions. This week it moves up another seven spots to No. 2 and will challenge 2AM for the top spot next week.
3. (-2) Psy – Right Now
Score: 875
Genre: Hip-hop
Music: Psy, Yoon Gun Hyung / Lyrics: Psy
Album: Psy Vol. 5 Track 2 Purchase this album
Watch: MV Live Performance
Comment: After one week on top, Psy’s “Right Now” drops back to No. 3. This is his first album in four years. Known for his unique rap and dance songs, PSY has brought together an impressive team for his comeback album Psyfive. Cool’s Lee Jae Hoon features in the advance track “In My Eye”, while Seo In Young pitches in on Thank You. Brown Eyed Soul’s Jung Yup and YDG also participated in the album. The title track is “Right Now”. This song combines electronic arrangement along with Psy’s singing and rapping.
4. (+2) SG Wannabe – 해바라기 (Sunflower)
Score: 749
Genre: R&B Ballad
Music: Cho Young Soo / Lyrics: Ahn Young Min
Album: SG Wannabe Vol. 7 Part 1 Track 3 Purchase this album
Watch: MV Live Performance
Comment: Korea’s top male vocal group, SG Wannabe makes their comeback after 1.5 years with part one of their seventh album. Teaming up once again with Cho Young Soo and Ahn Young Min on their title song “Sunflower”, the group presents us an easy listening ballad with smooth flow. This week it moves up another two spots to No. 4.
5. (-3) 2PM – I’ll Be Back
Score: 676
Genre: Pop / Dance
Music + Lyrics: Park Jin Young
Album: 2PM mini-album “Still 02:00pm” Track 2 Purchase this album
Watch: MV Live Performance
Comment: 2PM’s new mini album titled, “Still 2PM” is expected to show an even more mature and refined image of them through seven tracks. The title song is “I’ll Be Back,” an R&B number with hip-hop and house rhythms. The song showcases 2PM’s very own style in music. One of the dance moves involved in the song is the “shuffle dance” popular in the 90’s. The boys will relive this “rabbit dance.” This week it drops three spots to No. 5.
6. (+1) Supreme Team & Young Joon – 그땐 그땐 그땐 (Then Then Then)
Score: 601
Genre: R&B/Hip-hop
Album: Supreme Team & Young Joon (Brown Eyed Soul) mini-album “Ames Room” Purchase this album
Watch: MV Live Performance
Comment: This is the title track of Supreme Team & Young-jun’s first mini album, ‘Ames Room.’ In this soulful hip hop number, the powerful rap by Supreme Team and strong vocals by Young-jun from Brown Eyed Soul come together to create a unique harmony. It is about pain after separation, but the fast beats that contrast with the sad lyrics make the song surprisingly vibrant. (credits to Arirang TV – Pops In Seoul)
7. (New) 2NE1 – 아파 (Slow) *** HOT SHOT DEBUT ***
Score: 539
Genre: R&B Ballad
Music: Sun Woo Jung Ah, e.knock / Lyrics: e.knock
Album: 2NE1 Vol. 1 Track 5 Purchase this album
Watch: MV Live Performance
Comment: The hits keep coming from 2NE1’s first studio album, ‘To Anyone.’ This time the girls made a 180 degrees image change for beauty and elegance to perform this R&B ballad “It Hurts (Slow)”. The four members shared vocal equally, even for CL and Minzi who usually rap, sing extensively in this song. It is a perfect song as we get into the winter. This week it is our highest debut at No. 7.
8. (-4) Ga In – 돌이킬 수 없는 (Irreversible)
Score: 515
Genre: Pop / Dance
Music: Yoon Sang, Lee Min Soo /Lyrics: Kim Ina
Album: Ga In mini-album “Step 2/4” Track 2 Purchase this album
Watch: MV Live Performance
Comment: Ga In’s “Irreversible” drops to No. 8 this week after spending the last week on top. Having scored many chart topping songs with Brown Eyed Girls, this is Ga In’s first No. 1 solo hit. “Irreversible” is co-composed by hit makers Yoon Sang and Lee Min Soo. The polished chord work, great melody, and rhythm making mesh well with the synth sounds, producing an electronica fused tango number.
9. (-4) Miss A – Breathe
Score: 502
Genre: Pop/Dance
Music+Lyrics: Park Jin Young
Album: Miss A 2nd single Track 2 Purchase this album
Watch: MV Live Performance
Comment: Dropping four spots to No. 9 this week is top rookie female group Miss A’s second single title song “Breathe”. The girls who debuted this past July with much confidence and skill returns with a funkier and cuter image fans are expected to enjoy. Their debut song “Bad Girl Good Girl” already topped the chart and now they have their second big hit. Miss A will likely battle top male group CN Blue for this year’s top new artist honor.
10. (–) Lee Juck – 그대랑 (With You)
Score: 444
Genre: Rock Ballad
Album: Lee Juck Vol. 4 Track 2 Purchase this album
Watch: MV
Comment: This is the title track of Lee Juck’s 4th studio album, ‘Love.’ It’s a song with a unique blend of dynamic rock sounds and a beautiful melody that will make you feel as if you’re flying across the sky. The dynamic electric guitar performance and the piano melody are impressive, and the innocent words like that of a child will linger in your mind for a long time. (credits to Arirang TV – Pops In Seoul)
11. (+6) Lee Jung (feat. Leessang) – 헤어지는 일 (To Be Break Up)
Score: 368
Genre: R&B
Music: Lee Jung / Lyrics: Lee Jung, Gary
Album: Lee Jung digital single “To Be Break Up”
Listen To: Full Song
Comment: Coming back from his two years of military service, Lee Jung released a digital single “To Be Break Up”. Lee Jung wrote this song himself and co-wrote the lyrics with Leessang’s Gary, who is the featured rapper. Lee Jung debuted in 2003 as an R&B singer. Over the years he has diversified into more pop-oriented songs, but this time he returns to his R&B roots as “To Be Break Up” is a song with pure R&B melody. This week it moves up six spots to No. 11.
12. (+25) December – 눈부신 눈물 (Blinding Tears) *** BIGGEST MOVER OF THE WEEK ***
Score: 349
Genre: Pop Ballad
Music: Park Jung Wook / Lyrics: Nine
Album: December Vol. 1 Track 1 Purchase this album
Watch: MV Live Performance
Comment: Male duo, December who has released quite a number of hits including “Can You Not Come Back,” the theme song for the drama series “Iris” along with “Love is Really” has finally released its first studio album, “A Story to the Sky.” The group has returned with new music styles, shifting from their usual medium tempo ballads to lounge music. One of the three title tracks, “Blinding Tears” is our biggest mover this week, up 25 spots to No. 12. “Blinding Tears” showcases the duo’s vocals skills as they sing about the sadness one feels over a loved one who has passed away.
13. (+1) Rainbow – 마하 (Mach)
Score: 343
Genre: Pop/Dance
Music: Kim Seung Soo, Han Jae Ho / Lyrics: Song Soo Yoon
Album: Rainbow digital single “Mach”
Watch: Live Performance
Comment: Rainbow scores another top 20 hit with their latest digital single “Mach”. Just not long ago their song “A” was also in our top 20. DSP Entertainment has high hope on this group which have a different image and different music style than Kara. But just like Kara, they keep improving and rank higher with each song. “Mach” moves up another spot this week to No. 13.
14. (New) Huh Gak – 언제나 (Whenever)
Score: 327
Genre: Pop Ballad
Music+Lyrics: Cho Young Soo
Album: Huh Gak first mini-album Track 1 Purchase this album
Watch: MV Live Performance
Comment: Contestents of Super Star K Season 2 keeps hitting our chart, and this week we have the winner Huh Gak who releases his first mini album titled, “Whenever.” Included in the album is his debut track, “Whenever,” a ballad written by top composer Cho Young Soo. One can hear the powerful vocal of this up and coming talent on this song. This week “Whenever” debuts at No. 14.
15. (+1) Gummy – 죽어도 사랑해 (Love You Even If I Die)
Score: 307
Genre: Pop Ballad
Music: Kim Do Hoon, Lee Hyun Seung / Lyrics: Choi Kap Won
Album: SBS Drama “Dae Mool” OST Part 1
Watch: MV
Comment: This song is coming from SBS Drama “Dae Mool” featuring top stars Cha In Pyo, Kwon Sang Woo, and Go Hyun Jung. The sad ballad by Gummy written by hitmakers Kim Do Hoon, Lee Hyun Seung, and Choi Kap Won captures the emotions of the drama as well. This week it rises one spot to No. 15.
16. (+9) Outsider (feat. LMNOP) – 주인공 (Hero)
Score: 302
Genre: Hip-hop
Album: Outsider Vol. 3 Track 2 Purchase this album
Watch: MV Live Performance
Comment: Outsider returns this year with his third album titled, “Hero.” The rapper gained much interest in 2009 for having the skill to spit out words with great speed, reaching number one on various music charts. This third album is about the hero in everyone as each and every single person dreams and goes through many obstacles to reach his or her goal. This week “Hero” returns to the top 20 at No. 16.
17. (-2) HAM – So Sexy
Score: 300
Genre: Pop/Dance
Music: Jun Ho Jin / Lyrics: HAM
Album: HAM digital single “So Sexy”
Watch: MV Live Performance
Comment: Female trio HAM (Heart And Mind) moves up one spot with “So Sexy”. This song surprisingly has a very high airplay and that moves it into the top 20. HAM debuted with “TT Dance” last year. Like Secret, they do not get a lot of attentions last year, but now they have their first top 20 hit and gaining popularity.
18. (+1) U-Kiss – 시끄러!! (Shut Up!!!)
Score: 277
Genre: Pop/Dance
Music + Lyrics: Kim Tae Hyun
Album: U-Kiss mini-album Vol. 4 Track 2 Purchase this album
Watch: MV Live Performance
Comment: This is the title track of U-Kiss’s 4th mini album, ‘Break Time.’ It’s a dance song with a ‘Hardcore Electronic’ arrangement. It features improved sounds and vocals of U-kiss members who are back looking tougher and more sophisticated. Their powerful choreography and performance on stage perfect the song.(credits to Arirang TV – Pops In Seoul)
19. (+8) 4men (feat. Mi) – 미안해 (I’m Sorry)
Score: 262
Genre: R&B Ballad
Music: Shin Yong Jae / Lyrics: Lee Chi Woo
Album: 4men mini-album “Sorry” Track 3 Purchase this album
Watch: Live Performance
Comment: 4MEN releases their second mini album, “Sorry,” this year, one of the most anticipated album the second half of 2010. It is released in midst of their full studio album expected the first half of 2011. All the members of the group took part in producing the songs, making it all the more anticipated. One of the title tracks is “Sorry” an emotional number with lots of feelings put into the song written by member Shin Yong Jae. This week it moves up eight spots to No. 19.
20. (+4) Co-ed School – 뻬리뽐 빼리뽐 (Bbi Ri Bbom Bbae Ri Bbom)
Score: 252
Genre: Pop/Dance
Music: Cho Youn Soo / Lyrics: Ahn Young Min
Album: Co-ed School 1st mini-album Track 2 Purchase this album
Watch: MV Live Performance
Comment: Co-ed School releases its first mini album titled, “Something That is Cheerful and Fresh.” Fans can take a listen to their debut hit “Too Late” which has strong electro sounds and beats as well as “Bbi Ri Bbom Bbae Ri Bbom,” another electro number with addictive melodies. This week it moves up four spots to become their second top 20 hit.
Weekly K-Pop Music Chart 2010 – November Week 2
1. (+6) Psy – Right Now *** 1 WEEK NO. 1 ***
Score: 871
Genre: Hip-hop
Music: Psy, Yoon Gun Hyung / Lyrics: Psy
Album: Psy Vol. 5 Track 2 Purchase this album
Watch: MV Live Performance
Comment: Psy’s “Right Now” surprised everyone this week, moving up six spots and stole the top spot against very strong competitions. This is his first album in four years. Known for his unique rap and dance songs, PSY has brought together an impressive team for his comeback album Psyfive. Cool’s Lee Jae Hoon features in the advance track “In My Eye”, while Seo In Young pitches in on Thank You. Brown Eyed Soul’s Jung Yup and YDG also participated in the album. The title track is “Right Now”. This song combines electronic arrangement along with Psy’s singing and rapping.
2. (–) 2PM – I’ll Be Back
Score: 823
Genre: Pop / Dance
Music + Lyrics: Park Jin Young
Album: 2PM mini-album “Still 02:00pm” Track 2 Purchase this album
Watch: MV Live Performance
Comment: 2PM’s new mini album titled, “Still 2PM” is expected to show an even more mature and refined image of them through seven tracks. The title song is “I’ll Be Back,” an R&B number with hip-hop and house rhythms. The song showcases 2PM’s very own style in music. One of the dance moves involved in the song is the “shuffle dance” popular in the 90’s. The boys will relive this “rabbit dance.” This week it remains No. 2.
3. (New) 2AM – 전활 받지 않는 너에게 (To You Who’s Not Picking Up The Phone) *** HOT SHOT DEBUT ***
Score: 820
Genre: Pop Ballad
Music+ Lyrics: Bang Shi Hyuk
Album: 2AM Vol. 1 Track 2 Purchase this album
Watch: MV Live Performance
Comment: 2AM who debuted about two and a half years ago finally releases its first full-length album titled, “Saint O’Clock.” Bang Shi Hyuk who produced 2AM’s hit number “Can’t Send You Even If I Die” has also produced this album, elevating fans’ anticipation. One of the title tracks is “To You Who’s Not Picking Up the Phone” which centralizes around the theme of the loneliness and hurt felt through breakup. This week it is our highest debut at No. 3.
4. (-3) Ga In – 돌이킬 수 없는 (Irreversible)
Score: 733
Genre: Pop / Dance
Music: Yoon Sang, Lee Min Soo /Lyrics: Kim Ina
Album: Ga In mini-album “Step 2/4” Track 2 Purchase this album
Watch: MV Live Performance
Comment: Ga In’s “Irreversible” drops to No. 4 this week after spending the last week on top. Having scored many chart topping songs with Brown Eyed Girls, this is Ga In’s first No. 1 solo hit. “Irreversible” is co-composed by hit makers Yoon Sang and Lee Min Soo. The polished chord work, great melody, and rhythm making mesh well with the synth sounds, producing an electronica fused tango number.
5. (-1) Miss A – Breathe
Score: 711
Genre: Pop/Dance
Music+Lyrics: Park Jin Young
Album: Miss A 2nd single Track 2 Purchase this album
Watch: MV Live Performance
Comment: Dropping one spot to No. 5 this week is top rookie female group Miss A’s second single title song “Breathe”. The girls who debuted this past July with much confidence and skill returns with a funkier and cuter image fans are expected to enjoy. Their debut song “Bad Girl Good Girl” already topped the chart and now they have their second big hit. Miss A will likely battle top male group CN Blue for this year’s top new artist honor.
6. (+2) SG Wannabe – 해바라기 (Sunflower)
Score: 679
Genre: R&B Ballad
Music: Cho Young Soo / Lyrics: Ahn Young Min
Album: SG Wannabe Vol. 7 Part 1 Track 3 Purchase this album
Watch: MV Live Performance
Comment: Korea’s top male vocal group, SG Wannabe makes their comeback after 1.5 years with part one of their seventh album. Teaming up once again with Cho Young Soo and Ahn Young Min on their title song “Sunflower”, the group presents us an easy listening ballad with smooth flow. This week it moves up two spots to No. 6.
7. (-2) Supreme Team & Young Joon – 그땐 그땐 그땐 (Then Then Then)
Score: 672
Genre: R&B/Hip-hop
Album: Supreme Team & Young Joon (Brown Eyed Soul) mini-album “Ames Room” Purchase this album
Watch: MV Live Performance
Comment: This is the official title song “Then Then Then” from Supreme Team & Young Joon’s (Brown Eyed Soul) “Ames Room” project album. This song is mainstream enough yet doesn’t lose the uniqueness from both artists. This week it drops two spots to No. 7.
8. (-5) Beast – 숨 (Breath)
Score: 559
Genre: Pop/Dance
Music+Lyrics: Choi Gyu Sung, Rado, Shin Sa Dong Tiger
Album: Beast mini-album “Mastermind” Track 2 Purchase this album
Watch: MV Live Performance
Comment: Beast drops five spots to No. 8 this week with “Breath”. Beast has already excited fans with “Clenching Fists Tightly” released prior to its upcoming third mini album, “Mastermind.” They need to wait no longer as the boy group returns this month. The title track is “Breath” a new song that is expected to upgrade Beast one notch higher. The song was composed by Sinsadong Tiger and Choi Gyu Sung and Beast member, Yong Jun Hyung took part in penning it. The strong synth riffs and drums flow well with the group’s vocals and adlibs. Beast is also our Soompi artist of the month for November. Check them out.
9. (+13) SNSD – 훗 (Hoot) *** BIGGEST MOVER OF THE WEEK ***
Score: 558
Genre: Pop/Dance
Music: James, Jansen, Larsson / Lyrics: Lee Hyun Gyu
Album: SNSD mini-album “Hoot” Track 1 Purchase this album
Watch: MV Live Performance
Comment: Asia’s number one girl group, SNSD makes a surprise comeback with a new mini album, “Hoot.” The girls have been quite busy this year promoting their second album with songs, “Oh” and “Run Devil Run” and debuting in Japan. The title track of the new album is “Hoot,” which showcases their upgraded vocals and emotions. This week it is our biggest mover, up 13 spots to No. 9.
10. (–) Lee Juck – 그대랑 (With You)
Score: 471
Genre: Rock Ballad
Album: Lee Juck Vol. 4 Track 2 Purchase this album
Watch: MV
Comment: Lee Juck’s “With You” from his 4th album “Love” remains at No. 10 this week. One of the most well respected artists in Korean Music, lee Juck’s new album immediately becomes top seller upon its release. ‘With You” also ranked very high in both airplay and internet charts. It is a rock ballad with lively lyrics, a light band sound, and free-wheeling energy to spare.
11. (-5) 2NE1 – Go Away
Score: 469
Genre: R&B/Hip-hop
Music+Lyrics: Teddy
Album: 2NE1 Vol. 1 Track 2 Purchase this album
Watch: MV Live Performance
Comment: This is the title track of 2NE1’s first studio album, ‘To Anyone.’ It is about telling a cheating boyfriend that they should break up. It is an upbeat, pop style song with rock sounds and a melody that’s easy to listen to. In the music video, the members’ revenge on the ‘bad guy’ is quite something. (credits to Arirang TV – Pops In Seoul)
12. (-3) Lim Jung Hee – 진짜일 리 없어 (It Can’t Be Real)
Score: 448
Genre: Pop Ballad
Music+Lyrics: Bang Shi Hyuk
Album: Lim Jung Hee mini-album “It Can’t Be Real” Track 2 Purchase this album
Watch: MV Live Performance
Comment: Lim Jung Hee’s “It can’t Be Real” drops three spots to No. 12 this week. “It Can’t be Real” was composed and penned by Hitman Bang. The producer came up with the title and lyrics of the song after watching the film, “Inception.” The song is about can’t believing breakup actually happened. The song has neo-soul sounds and uses trendy electronic synths.
13. (-1) Zi-A & 4men – 울고 불고 (Crying)
Score: 386
Genre: R&B Ballad
Music: Han Sang Won / Lyrics: Choi Kap Won
Album: Zi-A & 4men digital single “Crying”
Watch: MV
Comment: There are many collaborations between artists this year, and the latest one we have two very talented artists, Zi-A and 4men, dueting on this powerful ballad “Crying”. Thoughout the song, we hear great vocals from both artists. It is the kind of songs only artists with their talents can pull it off. This week it drops one spot to No. 13.
14. (+3) Rainbow – 마하 (Mach)
Score: 325
Genre: Pop/Dance
Music: Kim Seung Soo, Han Jae Ho / Lyrics: Song Soo Yoon
Album: Rainbow digital single “Mach”
Watch: Live Performance
Comment: Rainbow scores another top 20 hit with their latest digital single “Mach”. Just not long ago their song “A” was also in our top 20. DSP Entertainment has high hope on this group which have a different image and different music style than Kara. But just like Kara, they keep improving and rank higher with each song. “Mach” moves up three spots this week to No. 14.
15. (+1) HAM – So Sexy
Score: 317
Genre: Pop/Dance
Music: Jun Ho Jin / Lyrics: HAM
Album: HAM digital single “So Sexy”
Watch: MV Live Performance
Comment: Female trio HAM (Heart And Mind) moves up one spot with “So Sexy”. This song surprisingly has a very high airplay and that moves it into the top 20. HAM debuted with “TT Dance” last year. Like Secret, they do not get a lot of attentions last year, but now they have their first top 20 hit and gaining popularity.
16. (-1) Gummy – 죽어도 사랑해 (Love You Even If I Die)
Score: 314
Genre: Pop Ballad
Music: Kim Do Hoon, Lee Hyun Seung / Lyrics: Choi Kap Won
Album: SBS Drama “Dae Mool” OST Part 1
Watch: MV
Comment: This song is coming from SBS Drama “Dae Mool” featuring top stars Cha In Pyo, Kwon Sang Woo, and Go Hyun Jung. The sad ballad by Gummy written by hitmakers Kim Do Hoon, Lee Hyun Seung, and Choi Kap Won captures the emotions of the drama as well. This week it drops one spot to No. 16.
17. (New) Lee Jung (feat. Leessang) – 헤어지는 일 (To Be Break Up)
Score: 308
Genre: R&B
Music: Lee Jung / Lyrics: Lee Jung, Gary
Album: Lee Jung digital single “To Be Break Up”
Listen To: Full Song
Comment: Coming back from his two years of military service, Lee Jung released a digital single “To Be Break Up”. Lee Jung wrote this song himself and co-wrote the lyrics with Leessang’s Gary, who is the featured rapper. Lee Jung debuted in 2003 as an R&B singer. Over the years he has diversified into more pop-oriented songs, but this time he returns to his R&B roots as “To Be Break Up” is a song with pure R&B melody. This week it debuts at No. 17.
18. (-7) SHINee – Hello
Score: 299
Genre: Pop/Dance
Music: Cates, McEwen, Jensen / Lyrics: Kim Ina
Album: SHINee Vol. 2 repackaged version Track 2 Purchase this album
Watch: MV Live Performance
Comment: SHInee has done exceptionally well this year with “Lucifer” and is back with its repackaged second album titled, “Hello.” The title track is of the same title and in contrast with their past song which showed off the boys’ powerful charms, the new song will show a sweeter side. This trendy R&B pop number is expected to be refreshing in vocals and rhythms. This week “Hello” drops seven spots to No. 18.
19. (-6) U-Kiss – 시끄러!! (Shut Up!!!)
Score: 272
Genre: Pop/Dance
Music + Lyrics: Kim Tae Hyun
Album: U-Kiss mini-album Vol. 4 Track 2 Purchase this album
Watch: MV Live Performance
Comment: U-Kiss did quite well with its past mini album, “At I That Easy” causing the entire country to follow the “strong man dance.” The boys are back with their fourth mini album, “Break Time” with includes seven new tracks of new style. The title track is “Shut Up!!” composed by Kim Tae Hyun who also wrote Ivy’s “Sonata of Temptation,” After School’s “Bang,” and T-ara’s “Crazy Because of You.” The song is arranged with hardcore electronic techniques, focusing even more on the group’s vocals and tough styles. This week it drops six spots to No. 19.
20. (-1) Transfixion – Never Say Goodbye
Score: 251
Genre: Rock Ballad
Album: Transfixion Vol. 3.5 Track 1 Purchase this album
Watch: MV
Comment: Best known for the World Cup support songs “For Victory” and The Shouts of Reds, Transfixion is celebrating their tenth anniversary soon. Their new mini-album Never Say Goodbye exemplifies the great talent and appeal that has kept the band going for so long. The title song Never Say Goodbye is a powerful, wistful rock ballad that leaves a deep impression, particularly with its Hammond organ intro. This song has been released for more than 2 months but only in recent weeks did it pick up a lot of airplay points.
Weekly K-Pop Music Chart 2010 – November Week 1
1. (+1) Ga In – 돌이킬 수 없는 (Irreversible) ***1 WEEK NO. 1 ***
Score: 896
Genre: Pop / Dance
Music: Yoon Sang, Lee Min Soo /Lyrics: Kim Ina
Album: Ga In mini-album “Step 2/4” Track 2 Purchase this album
Watch: MV Live Performance
Comment: Ga In’s “Irreversible” moves up to No. 1 this week. Having scored many chart topping songs with Brown Eyed Girls, this is Ga In’s first No. 1 solo hit. Narsha came close earlier this year with “Bbi Ri Bba Ra” at No. 2, but Ga In was able to break through this week against some pretty strong competitions. “Irreversible” is co-composed by hit makers Yoon Sang and Lee Min Soo. The polished chord work, great melody, and rhythm making mesh well with the synth sounds, producing an electronica fused tango number.
2. (+2) 2PM – I’ll Be Back
Score: 835
Genre: Pop / Dance
Music + Lyrics: Park Jin Young
Album: 2PM mini-album “Still 02:00pm” Track 2 Purchase this album
Watch: MV Live Performance
Comment: 2PM’s new mini album titled, “Still 2PM” is expected to show an even more mature and refined image of them through seven tracks. The title song is “I’ll Be Back,” an R&B number with hip-hop and house rhythms. The song showcases 2PM’s very own style in music. One of the dance moves involved in the song is the “shuffle dance” popular in the 90’s. The boys will relive this “rabbit dance.” This week it moves up two more spots to No. 2 and is looking to become the new No. 1 song next week.
3. (-2) Beast – 숨 (Breath)
Score: 800
Genre: Pop/Dance
Music+Lyrics: Choi Gyu Sung, Rado, Shin Sa Dong Tiger
Album: Beast mini-album “Mastermind” Track 2 Purchase this album
Watch: MV Live Performance
Comment: After two weeks on top, Beast drops back to No. 3 with “Breath”. Beast has already excited fans with “Clenching Fists Tightly” released prior to its upcoming third mini album, “Mastermind.” They need to wait no longer as the boy group returns this month. The title track is “Breath” a new song that is expected to upgrade Beast one notch higher. The song was composed by Sinsadong Tiger and Choi Gyu Sung and Beast member, Yong Jun Hyung took part in penning it. The strong synth riffs and drums flow well with the group’s vocals and adlibs. Beast is also our Soompi artist of the month for November. Check them out.
4. (-1) Miss A – Breathe
Score: 765
Genre: Pop/Dance
Music+Lyrics: Park Jin Young
Album: Miss A 2nd single Track 2 Purchase this album
Watch: MV Live Performance
Comment: Dropping one spot to No. 4 this week is top rookie female group Miss A’s second single title song “Breathe”. The girls who debuted this past July with much confidence and skill returns with a funkier and cuter image fans are expected to enjoy. Their debut song “Bad Girl Good Girl” already topped the chart and now they have their second big hit. Miss A will likely battle top male group CN Blue for this year’s top new artist honor.
5. (+1) Supreme Team & Young Joon – 그땐 그땐 그땐 (Then Then Then)
Score: 722
Genre: R&B/Hip-hop
Album: Supreme Team & Young Joon (Brown Eyed Soul) mini-album “Ames Room” Purchase this album
Watch: MV Live Performance
Comment: This is the official title song “Then Then Then” from Supreme Team & Young Joon’s (Brown Eyed Soul) “Ames Room” project album. This song is mainstream enough yet doesn’t lose the uniqueness from both artists. This week it moves up one more spot to No. 5.
6. (New) 2NE1 – Go Away *** HOT SHOT DEBUT ***
Score: 670
Genre: R&B/Hip-hop
Music+Lyrics: Teddy
Album: 2NE1 Vol. 1 Track 2 Purchase this album
Watch: MV Live Performance
Comment: This is the title track of 2NE1’s first studio album, ‘To Anyone.’ It is about telling a cheating boyfriend that they should break up. It is an upbeat, pop style song with rock sounds and a melody that’s easy to listen to. In the music video, the members’ revenge on the ‘bad guy’ is quite something. (credits to Arirang TV – Pops In Seoul)
7. (+33) Psy – Right Now *** BIGGEST MOVER OF THE WEEK ***
Score: 649
Genre: Hip-hop
Music: Psy, Yoon Gun Hyung / Lyrics: Psy
Album: Psy Vol. 5 Track 2 Purchase this album
Watch: MV Live Performance
Comment: Hip-hop artist PSY returns with his first album in four years. Known for his unique rap and dance songs, PSY has brought together an impressive team for his comeback album Psyfive. Cool’s Lee Jae Hoon features in the advance track “In My Eye”, while Seo In Young pitches in on Thank You. Brown Eyed Soul’s Jung Yup and YDG also participated in the album. The title track is “Right Now”. This song combines electronic arrangement along with Psy’s singing and rapping. This week it is our biggest mover, up 33 spots all the way to No. 7.
8. (New) SG Wannabe – 해바라기 (Sunflower)
Score: 578
Genre: R&B Ballad
Music: Cho Young Soo / Lyrics: Ahn Young Min
Album: SG Wannabe Vol. 7 Part 1 Track 3 Purchase this album
Watch: MV Live Performance
Comment: Korea’s top male vocal group, SG Wannabe makes their comeback after 1.5 years with part one of their seventh album. Teaming up once again with Cho Young Soo and Ahn Young Min on their title song “Sunflower”, the group presents us an easy listening ballad with smooth flow. This week it is our second highest debut at No. 8.
9. (-2) Lim Jung Hee – 진짜일 리 없어 (It Can’t Be Real)
Score: 570
Genre: Pop Ballad
Music+Lyrics: Bang Shi Hyuk
Album: Lim Jung Hee mini-album “It Can’t Be Real” Track 2 Purchase this album
Watch: MV Live Performance
Comment: Lim Jung Hee’s “It can’t Be Real” drops two spots to No. 9 this week. “It Can’t be Real” was composed and penned by Hitman Bang. The producer came up with the title and lyrics of the song after watching the film, “Inception.” The song is about can’t believing breakup actually happened. The song has neo-soul sounds and uses trendy electronic synths.
10. (-2) Lee Juck – 그대랑 (With You)
Score: 529
Genre: Rock Ballad
Album: Lee Juck Vol. 4 Track 2 Purchase this album
Watch: MV
Comment: Lee Juck’s “With You” from his 4th album “Love” jumps dropped two spots to No. 10 this week. One of the most well respected artists in Korean Music, lee Juck’s new album immediately becomes top seller upon its release. ‘With You” also ranked very high in both airplay and internet charts. It is a rock ballad with lively lyrics, a light band sound, and free-wheeling energy to spare.
11. (-2) SHINee – Hello
Score: 465
Genre: Pop/Dance
Music: Cates, McEwen, Jensen / Lyrics: Kim Ina
Album: SHINee Vol. 2 repackaged version Track 2 Purchase this album
Watch: MV Live Performance
Comment: SHInee has done exceptionally well this year with “Lucifer” and is back with its repackaged second album titled, “Hello.” The title track is of the same title and in contrast with their past song which showed off the boys’ powerful charms, the new song will show a sweeter side. This trendy R&B pop number is expected to be refreshing in vocals and rhythms. This week “Hello” drops two spots to No. 11.
12. (New) Zi-A & 4men – 울고 불고 (Crying)
Score: 380
Genre: R&B Ballad
Music: Han Sang Won / Lyrics: Choi Kap Won
Album: Zi-A & 4men digital single “Crying”
Watch: MV
Comment: There are many collaborations between artists this year, and the latest one we have two very talented artists, Zi-A and 4men, dueting on this powerful ballad “Crying”. Thoughout the song, we hear great vocals from both artists. It is the kind of songs only artists with their talents can pull it off. This week it debuts at No. 12.
13. (-2) U-Kiss – 시끄러!! (Shut Up!!!)
Score: 352
Genre: Pop/Dance
Music + Lyrics: Kim Tae Hyun
Album: U-Kiss mini-album Vol. 4 Track 2 Purchase this album
Watch: MV Live Performance
Comment: U-Kiss did quite well with its past mini album, “At I That Easy” causing the entire country to follow the “strong man dance.” The boys are back with their fourth mini album, “Break Time” with includes seven new tracks of new style. The title track is “Shut Up!!” composed by Kim Tae Hyun who also wrote Ivy’s “Sonata of Temptation,” After School’s “Bang,” and T-ara’s “Crazy Because of You.” The song is arranged with hardcore electronic techniques, focusing even more on the group’s vocals and tough styles. This week it drops three spots to No. 13.
14. (+4) Mighty Mouth (feat. Kim Hee Sun) – 사랑이란 (Love Is)
Score: 338
Genre: Hip-hop Ballad
Music: Kim Ki Won, Kim Do Hoon / Lyrics: Kim Do Hoon, Rhymer
Album: Mighty Mouth digital single “Love Is”
Watch: MV
Comment: Mighty Mouth releases a new single titled, “Love Is.” The group is known for collaborating with singers and actors alike, always surprising music listeners with catchy and easy-going music. The duo’s new song, “Love Is” features Korea’s top actresses, Kim Hee Sun who has actually taken a hiatus for a bit. This will be her first work since the break. The actress has some singing experience from her 2005 drama series, “Sad Sonata” in which she sang Natalie Cole’s “Love.” “Love Is” is a song with a simple, yet smooth melody line that flows well with the piano arrangements and medium-tempo hip-hop beats. This love song is expected to receive much love and attention. This week it moves up four spots to No. 14.
15. (-2) Gummy – 죽어도 사랑해 (Love You Even If I Die)
Score: 312
Genre: Pop Ballad
Music: Kim Do Hoon, Lee Hyun Seung / Lyrics: Choi Kap Won
Album: SBS Drama “Dae Mool” OST Part 1
Watch: MV
Comment: This song is coming from SBS Drama “Dae Mool” featuring top stars Cha In Pyo, Kwon Sang Woo, and Go Hyun Jung. The sad ballad by Gummy written by hitmakers Kim Do Hoon, Lee Hyun Seung, and Choi Kap Won captures the emotions of the drama as well. This week it drops two spots to No. 15.
16. (+16) HAM – So Sexy
Score: 310
Genre: Pop/Dance
Music: Jun Ho Jin / Lyrics: HAM
Album: HAM digital single “So Sexy”
Watch: MV Live Performance
Comment: Female trio HAM (Heart And Mind) scores their first top 20 hit this week with “So Sexy”. This song surprisingly has a very high airplay and that moves it into the top 20. HAM debuted with “TT Dance” last year. Like Secret, they do not get a lot of attentions last year, but now they have their first top 20 hit and gaining popularity.
17. (+28) Rainbow – 마하 (Mach)
Score: 296
Genre: Pop/Dance
Music: Kim Seung Soo, Han Jae Ho / Lyrics: Song Soo Yoon
Album: Rainbow digital single “Mach”
Watch: Live Performance
Comment: Rainbow scores another top 20 hit with their latest digital single “Mach”. Just not long ago their song “A” was also in our top 20. DSP Entertainment has high hope on this group which have a different image and different music style than Kara. But just like Kara, they keep improving and rank higher with each song. “Mach” is our third biggest mover, up 28 spots to No. 17.
18. (+31) Outsider (feat. LMNOP) – 주인공 (Hero)
Score: 293
Genre: Hip-hop
Album: Outsider Vol. 3 Track 2 Purchase this album
Watch: MV Live Performance
Comment: Outsider returns this year with his third album titled, “Hero.” The rapper gained much interest in 2009 for having the skill to spit out words with great speed, reaching number one on various music charts. This third album is about the hero in everyone as each and every single person dreams and goes through many obstacles to reach his or her goal. This week “Hero” is our second biggest mover, up 31 spots to No. 18.
19. (+15) Transfixion – Never Say Goodbye
Score: 278
Genre: Rock Ballad
Album: Transfixion Vol. 3.5 Track 1 Purchase this album
Watch: MV
Comment: Best known for the World Cup support songs “For Victory” and The Shouts of Reds, Transfixion is celebrating their tenth anniversary soon. Their new mini-album Never Say Goodbye exemplifies the great talent and appeal that has kept the band going for so long. The title song Never Say Goodbye is a powerful, wistful rock ballad that leaves a deep impression, particularly with its Hammond organ intro. This song has been released for more than 2 months but only in recent weeks did it pick up a lot of airplay points.
20. (+9) MBLAQ – Running Running
Score: 265
Genre: Pop/Dance
Album: KBS Drama “The Fugitive Plan B” OST Track 1 Purchase this album
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Comment: This song is coming from Asian Superstar Rain’s latest drama “The Fugitive Plan B”, his first TV series in five years. Even though Rain himself did not participate in the soundtrack for Fugitive Plan B, but his proteges MBLAQ did. The popular boy band’s energetic theme song “RUNNING RUNNING” matches the drama’s action-packed pace. This week it moves up nine spots to No. 20.
Apoorv
KOREAN WORLD 