NMIXX Announces First Full Album 'Blue Valentine': A Deep Dive into the Love/Hate Concept
NMIXX is making their long-awaited comeback with their first-ever full album, 'Blue Valentine.' Explore the cinematic trailer, tracklist, and what this new era means for the JYP girl group.
Get ready, NSWERs! The moment we’ve all been waiting for is finally here. JYP Entertainment’s powerhouse girl group, NMIXX, has officially announced their first-ever 정규 앨범 (full-length album), titled ‘Blue Valentine’, set to drop on October 13th at 6 PM KST.
This is a huge milestone for Lily, Haewon, Sullyoon, Bae, Jiwoo, and Kyujin, and the excitement is already off the charts. Let’s break down everything we know about this highly-anticipated comeback.
A Cinematic Trailer Teasing a New Era
On September 26th, NMIXX dropped a stunning trailer for ‘Blue Valentine’ that feels more like a short film than a typical K-pop teaser. The video immediately captivated fans with its incredible 영상미 (visual beauty), highlighting a dramatic “LOVE / HATE” concept.
The trailer masterfully portrays the conflicting nature of love. We see moments of tender affection, with the members gently caressing each other’s faces, quickly contrasted with dramatic scenes of tension and tears. This duality has sparked intense 궁금증 (curiosity) among fans, who are theorizing what kind of story NMIXX will tell through this complex theme. Korean fan communities are buzzing, praising the high-production quality and the members’ impressive acting.
Tracklist and Member Participation
‘Blue Valentine’ is packed with 12 new tracks, promising a deep dive into NMIXX’s evolving sound. The album is led by the title track of the same name, ‘Blue Valentine’.
Here’s the full tracklist:
- Blue Valentine (Title)
- SPINNIN’ ON IT
- Phoenix
- Reality Hurts
- RICO
- Game Face
- PODIUM
- Crush On You
- ADORE U
- Shape of Love
- O.O Part 1 (Baila)
- O.O Part 2 (Superhero)
What makes this album even more special is the direct involvement of the members in the creative process. Haewon is credited as a lyricist for ‘PODIUM’ and ‘Crush On You’, while Lily participated in writing the lyrics for ‘Reality Hurts’. This is a fantastic step, allowing the members to infuse their own stories and emotions into their music.
What’s Next? A First Solo Concert!
As if a full album wasn’t exciting enough, NMIXX will also be holding their very first solo concert on November 29th and 30th. This is a massive achievement and a chance for the group to showcase their incredible talent and connect with NSWERs on a whole new level.
NMIXX’s 컴백 (comeback) with ‘Blue Valentine’ is shaping up to be one of the most exciting events of the season. From the cinematic concept to the members’ personal touch on the album, it’s clear they are ready to start a new and powerful chapter in their story.
Korean Corner: 5 Words to Know
- 정규 앨범 (Jeonggyu aelbeom): Full-Length Album. A significant milestone for a K-pop group, usually containing 8 or more songs, as opposed to a single or mini-album.
- 소속사 (Sosoksa): Agency/Label. The entertainment company a group is signed to, like JYP Entertainment for NMIXX.
- 컴백 (Comeback): A term used in K-pop when a group releases new music and begins a new promotional cycle. It doesn’t mean they went away, but that they are returning to the music scene.
- 영상미 (Yeongsangmi): Visual Beauty/Aesthetics. This term refers to the artistic, cinematic quality of a video, praising its beautiful visuals and direction.
- 궁금증 (Gunggeumjeung): Curiosity/A Sense of Wonder. The feeling of wanting to know more, often used when fans are excited and speculating about a new concept.