KIM WOO SEOK
SOLO ALBUM <1ST DESIRE [GREED]>
The moment faced with insatiable greed
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ā¶ ALBUM <1ST DESIRE [GREED]> KIM WOO SEOK standing in the midst of desire
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KIM WOO SEOK takes his first step as a solo artist through his first solo album <1ST DESIRE [GREED]>.
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KIM WOO SEOK's solo album <1ST DESIRE [GREED]> is the first in the āDESIREā series, depicting stories of greed and desire differently in the three versions āKā, āWā, and āSā, capturing KIM WOO SEOK's diverse charms.
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Expressing emotions surrounding changing desires over time, KIM WOO SEOK presents a midnight atmosphere in the āKā version, dawn in the āWā version, and evening in the āSā version, creating three completely different vibes that catch the eye.
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KIM WOO SEOK's first solo album consists of a total of seven tracks, including the title track āRed Moonā and most of the included songs, such as āDo U Likeā and āBeautiful,ā in which KIM WOO SEOK participated directly, showcasing his musical color and enhancing the album's completeness.
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In particular, this album includes the fan song āBeautiful,ā in which KIM WOO SEOK participated in writing and composing, singing his sincere feelings towards his fans āNia,ā who always send warm support and love.
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Keen, the most greedy time
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The āKā version, meaning Keen, expresses the time of midnight when greed is at its peak, with KIM WOO SEOK's appearance highlighted by glamorous accessories and makeup, captivating attention with intense charisma.
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Moreover, KIM WOO SEOK, dressed in dark attire to convey a somber atmosphere, attempted a bold transformation with heavy makeup not seen before, showcasing a new side of himself with intense gazes and daring expressions and poses that reveal another possibility.
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White, the time of becoming most pure
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The āWā version represents the time of dawn when one escapes from greed, capturing KIM WOO SEOK's pure appearance. Additionally, KIM WOO SEOK creates a calm atmosphere in nature, presenting a pure white image that offers a twist.
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With transparent makeup expressing a clean image, KIM WOO SEOK creates a dreamy yet languid gaze, capturing attention with quiet charisma.
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Shining, the time when one shines the most in daily life
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Through the āSā version, KIM WOO SEOK expresses Shining, the time when one shines the most in daily life, leaving a strong impression with images reminiscent of a glamorous party during the evening.
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With intense and shining images adding a luxurious atmosphere, KIM WOO SEOK emanates an aura that is hard to approach amidst the splendid backgrounds, enhancing the album's completeness.
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ā¶ TITLE : Controlled sexy beauty, a fantastical love shrouded in mystery āRed Moonā
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KIM WOO SEOK's title track āRed Moonā is filled with a sound characterized by heavy bass and electric guitar, creating a tense atmosphere, co-produced by KIM WOO SEOK, capturing his musical color even better.
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Lyrics comparing a fantastical love shrouded in mystery to the red moon, such as āThe red moon light that gradually envelops the darkness,ā and āTwo shadows becoming one under the breathless red light,ā maximize the sexiness, and KIM WOO SEOK's explosive vocals, which clearly express emotional changes, complete an impressive piece of music.
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In particular, KIM WOO SEOK hints at captivating fans with performances that emphasize controlled sexiness, presenting a high-quality performance with diverse movements that keep the eyes glued from start to finish.
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ā¶ MUSIC VIDEO : Dazzling and brilliant, an inescapable greed
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KIM WOO SEOK collaborated with the renowned directors Yoon Seung-rim and Jang Dong-joo from Legend Film, who are gaining immense popularity for their luxurious visual aesthetics.
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Through the music video for the title track āRed Moon,ā KIM WOO SEOK expresses inescapable greed, overwhelming the viewer with intense colors and backgrounds that enhance the visual beauty. Images that gradually turn red like the red moon āRed Moonā create a dreamy atmosphere, while the luxurious and sparkling spaces and pure nature provide a twist, completing a solid story.
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In particular, KIM WOO SEOK's diverse acting expressing greed and desire enhances the completeness of the music video, adding to the viewing pleasure.
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ā¶ KIM WOO SEOK ā1ST DESIRE [GREED]ā TRACK LIST
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01. Intro : Lost
Composed by KIM WOO SEOK, Vendors (Kevin Leinster jr.), De view / Lyrics by KIM WOO SEOK, Vendors (Kevin Leinster jr.) / Arranged by De view
This song marks the beginning of KIM WOO SEOK's <1ST DESIRE [GREED]>, featuring dreamy arrangements and groovy beats. Based on the theme āMy flames never die,ā it showcases both delicate and sometimes rough vocal charms. Castle J, the leader of MCND, participated in the chorus session, adding meaning.
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02. Red Moon
Composed by KIM WOO SEOK, Adrian Mckinnon, Vendors (Fascinador), Vendors (Kevin Leinster jr.), ADN Lewis, John Orozco / Lyrics by KIM WOO SEOK, Seo Ji-eum, Vendors (Kevin Leinster jr.), Jang Yeo-jin (Music Cube) / Arranged by Vendors (Fascinador), Vendors (Kevin Leinster jr.) / Original Publisher : AMM 7 (ASCAP) / Sub Publisher : WB MUSIC CORP. (ASCAP), Kobalt Music Asia, Mofo Music, Metronumm AV.
This song is filled with a sound characterized by heavy 808 bass and electric guitar, creating a tense atmosphere. KIM WOO SEOK co-produced it, with hit lyricist Seo Ji-eum participating in the lyrics, and Adrian Mckinnon, who has worked on several hits like EXOās āTEMPOā and SuperMās āJopping,ā collaborating on the project. The lyrics comparing a fantastical love shrouded in mystery to the red moon maximize the sexiness, and KIM WOO SEOK's explosive vocals, which clearly express emotional changes, are impressive.
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03. SINphony
Composed by Jisoo Park (153/Joombas), MRey (153/Joombas) / Lyrics by Jisoo Park (153/Joombas) / Arranged by Jisoo Park (153/Joombas), MRey (153/Joombas) / Original publisher : 153/Joombas Music Group
An R&B / Hip hop genre song with captivating piano melodies and unique string flows, its dreamy atmosphere is attractive. The title combines the meaning of āsinā with the āphonyā of āSymphony,ā expressing a desire to simply let go of everything and surrender to the atmosphere and flow of just the two of them.
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04. Somebody Like You
Composed by Gustav Mared, Sam Gold / Lyrics by Lee Dong-eun (Music Cube), KAKO (Music Cube), Eun Jong-tae (Music Cube), Deungnamu (Music Cube), Kim Mi-jin (Music Cube) / Arranged by Gustav Mared for Hitfire Production / Original Publisher : Hitfire Publishing, Supertive AB / Sub Publisher : Music Cube Inc., EKKO Music Rights (powered by CTGA)
In contrast to the title track āRed Moon,ā which sang of love, this song carries a message of making āBlueā a sign just for the two of them. The lyrics clarify that the meaning of Blue is not sadness, expressing an urban sentiment with refreshing synth sounds and funky beats.
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05. Do U Like
Composed by KIM WOO SEOK, Vendors (Kevin Leinster jr.), Vendors (Fascinador), Vendors (ZENUR), Breland / Lyrics by KIM WOO SEOK, Vendors (Kevin Leinster jr.), Vendors (COLL!N) / Arranged by Vendors (Fascinador), Vendors (ZENUR)
With a heavy rhythm, various catchy sources create a chill atmosphere. The high hat that boosts the mood and the rhythmic bass flexibly release the solid rhythm structure, completing a trendy band sound, while the simple yet addictive chorus is impressive.
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06. Beautiful
Composed by KIM WOO SEOK, Vendors (Kevin Leinster jr.), Vendors (Fascinador), Vendors (ZENUR), Vendors (M30) / Lyrics by KIM WOO SEOK, Vendors (Kevin Leinster jr.) / Arranged by Vendors (Fascinador), Vendors (ZENUR), Vendors (M30)
A fan song expressing KIM WOO SEOK's feelings towards his official fan club āNia,ā KIM WOO SEOK participated in writing and composing, sharing sincere stories towards his fans. This sweet track whispers love to āNiaā that approached him unknowingly, with a cozy vocal that seems to softly recite over acoustic guitar.
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07. The Winter
Composed by Moon Kim, Jung Yoon / Lyrics by Jung Yoon, KIM WOO SEOK / Arranged by Jung Yoon
That winter.
Your existence was comfort and warmth to me.