âLee Chan Wonâ First Regular Album [ONE]
"A heartfelt first step"
The humble singer âLee Chan Wonâ returns with his first regular album filled with sincerity. This regular album [ONE], prepared over a year with the "KO & KHAI" producing team he collaborated with in his previous mini-album, aims to show the identity of âLee Chan Wonâ through traditional trot music in different colors while deeply reflecting on his starting point without forgetting his roots. Producer "Ko Seong Jin," a member of "KO & KHAI" and leader of "Flower Band," stated that he did his best to create music that is most âLee Chan Wonâ and filled with care in every song, aiming for music that is as diverse and shining as a rainbow. As this is his first regular album, âLee Chan Wonâ actively participated in writing and composing, showcasing his artistic side. You can feel the traces of deep thought and development in all the carefully prepared songs. âONEâ was prepared with deep gratitude for the fans who have supported and encouraged him until now. I hope you immerse yourself in the more mature story of âLee Chan Wonâ.
01. Man's Youth <Lyrics: Yoon Go Eun, KHAI, PUNCH. Composed by: Ko Seong Jin, PUNCH. Arranged by: Ko Seong Jin, PUNCH, Choi Jun Hwa>
A rhythmic song that any man can immediately think of, it fits âLee Chan Wonâ, who was called âChan Tto Bae Giâ, perfectly. With rhythmic brass sounds and an easy melody that anyone can sing along to, along with Lee Chan Won's witty singing expression, it is a very enjoyable song. It is a song wishing for happiness while living youthfully regardless of age in this busy modern life.
02. Cheers <Lyrics: Lee Chan Won, KHAI, PUNCH. Composed by: Ko Seong Jin, PUNCH. Arranged by: Ko Seong Jin, PUNCH, Choi Jun Hwa>
A song that approaches with a nostalgic solo violin in the intro, especially as âLee Chan Wonâ participated in the lyrics, expressing his thoughts and considerations about the friendship that has been a strong support until now. The acoustic guitar solo melody in the middle interlude adds charm, allowing listeners to immerse themselves in memories. It is a song you want to share a drink while listening to.
03. Lantern <Lyrics: Yoon Go Eun, KHAI, PUNCH. Composed by: Ko Seong Jin, PUNCH. Arranged by: Ko Seong Jin, PUNCH, Choi Jun Hwa>
As the title track of this album, it dramatically expresses a beautiful love story between lovers through the theme of [Lantern], allowing you to feel âLee Chan Wonâsâ thoughts and efforts regarding his singing. Enjoying âLee Chan Wonâsâ mature emotional expression and delicate emphasis is also a point. The ethnic instrument sounds in the interlude and the lonely wind sounds can be heard, and the beautiful yet sad melody is expressed by lyricist âYoon Go Eunâ with detailed emotional phrasing, allowing listeners to feel as if they are in a scene from a movie. It is a song that beautifully expresses the "love" that can be a memory for some and a present or future for others.
04. Like the Wind <Lyrics: Yoon Go Eun, KHAI, PUNCH. Composed by: Ko Seong Jin, PUNCH. Arranged by: Ko Seong Jin, PUNCH, Choi Jun Hwa>
A song with a retro mood, it allows you to fully feel âLee Chan Wonâsâ charm as he sings with a heartfelt voice about the longing for a lost love. Especially, the saxophone solo throughout the song enhances the emotions felt along with âLee Chan Wonâsâ voice. It is a wonderful song that highlights the rhythmic bass, harmonious strings, and brass sections.
05. Twist Go Go <Lyrics: Yoon Go Eun, KHAI, PUNCH. Composed by: Ko Seong Jin, PUNCH. Arranged by: Ko Seong Jin, PUNCH, Choi Jun Hwa>
A fast-paced twist rhythm song that expresses the excitement and joy of a summer trip. With an easy melody that anyone can sing along to, âLee Chan Wonâ delivers it with his refreshing voice, making it a popular song that appeals to all generations.
06. Let's Have a Meal <Lyrics: Park Jong Geun. Composed by: Oh Seung Eun. Arranged by: Oh Seung Eun>
âLet's Have a Mealâ insists on the most authentic trot sound of âLee Chan Wonâ. With a lively rhythm and funky brass section, the straightforward composition of the song and âLee Chan Wonâsâ sincere yet exciting vocals enhance the completeness of the new song [Let's Have a Meal]. This song was created through the collaboration of producers Oh Seung Eun and Park Jong Geun, who also worked on the fan song [A Very Good Day] and participated as the music director for the 'Chan Time' concert.
07. Oh. My. Love <Lyrics: Lee Chan Won, KHAI, PUNCH. Composed by: Lee Chan Won, Ko Seong Jin, PUNCH. Arranged by: Ko Seong Jin, PUNCH, Choi Jun Hwa>
This song was the one that involved the most thought and took the longest to work on in this album, especially as âLee Chan Wonâ participated in writing and composing, wanting to sincerely convey his gratitude to his fans. The title of the song, Oh. My. Love, is an abbreviation used to communicate with fans, meaning "I love you today, tomorrow, and always." It is a song that is comfortable for group singing, and you can feel the love and gratitude of artist âLee Chan Wonâ towards his fans. Perhaps it is a song that can evoke even more emotion when sung together with fans at a concert than in the album.
08. Will You Go With Me <Lyrics: Yeon Gyu Seong, Oh Seong Hoon, Ergo. Composed by: Yeon Gyu Seong, Oh Seong Hoon. Arranged by: Yeon Gyu Seong>
A song that politely expresses the happiness of a life spent together with a beloved partner and the desire to continue loving each other in the remaining life, comparing the flow of the four seasons to life through the invitation [Will You Go With Me]. âLee Chan Wonâsâ deep emotional voice, singing about true love for a partner, stands out. Collaborating with singer-songwriter Yeon Gyu Seong, who composed âOnly You (Kim Hee Jae)â and âBecause of You (Shin Yong Jae, Luna(fx))â, and composer Oh Seong Hoon, who composed âRemember All My Days and That Time (Gummy)â and âLike Watering a Withered Flower (Park Hye Won)â.
09. Mangwon-dong Blues <Lyrics: Ma Ah Seong, Jeon Hong Min. Composed by: Ma Ah Seong, Jeon Hong Min. Arranged by: Ma Ah Seong, Jeon Hong Min>
âLee Chan Wonâ, a new generation trot star who inherits the lineage of traditional trot, tells the story of a lonely man's heart against the backdrop of the dark streets of Mangwon-dong in the slow rock genre, leaving a deep impression with his appealing voice. The song is written and composed by the duo Ma Ah Seong and Jeon Hong Min, known as the Avengers of the trot world.
10. Good Good <Lyrics: Yeon Gyu Seong, Lee Do Won, Ergo. Composed by: Yeon Gyu Seong, Hye Ga Seo. Arranged by: Yeon Gyu Seong>
Is there a more exciting phrase than "I love everything about you"? [Good Good] is a song expressing infinite love for a beloved person. Singer-songwriter Yeon Gyu Seong created this custom song just for âLee Chan Wonâ, combining a lively shuffle rhythm with âLee Chan Wonâsâ signature refreshing, powerful, wonderful cider voice, bringing joy, happiness, and love to everyone who listens.
11. Oh. My. Love (Guitar Ver.)
<Lyrics: Lee Chan Won, KHAI, PUNCH. Composed by: Lee Chan Won, Ko Seong Jin, PUNCH. Arranged by: Ko Seong Jin, PUNCH, Kwon Han Eul>
This is a slow version of [Oh. My. Love], a song filled with the heart of âLee Chan Wonâ, who wished to be eternal with his fans and sincerely expresses gratitude. Accompanied by a classical guitar, âLee Chan Wonâsâ simple voice unfolds beautifully, making it a song that brings happiness and healing to the listener.
[Credit]
EXECUTIVE PRODUCED Noh Jin Young, Kang Joo Bong
PRODUCTION Chorokbaem E&M
MUSIC PRODUCER KO & KHAI
ARTIST MANAGEMENT Choi Hyun Joong, Jeon Gyeong Sik, Kang Hyun Gu, Hong Soo Chan
STYLIST Choi Soo Min, Team Leader Jo Seon Young
HAIR Gyu Ri@Lab
MAKE-UP Choi Song Yi@Lab
PHOTOGRAPHER Ryu Hyung Hoon@Aba Studio
ALBUM ART DIRECTOR LIZE@LIZE Graphic