Artist ‘Youngtak’ returns stylishly with his second full album ‘FORM’.
After solidifying his position as a solo artist with the release of his first full album last year and holding a nationwide tour concert, he is releasing his second full album that captures his musical growth.
The album title ‘FORM’ not only represents the title track ‘FORM’ but also carries the meaning of ‘type, method, shape’, symbolizing that he will show his musical world more clearly through this second album.
This album, filled with self-composed songs, showcases his musical capabilities and consists of a total of 10 tracks, including ‘On Your Side’, which received much love as a pre-release, the kitschy pop trot ‘Price’, the epic-sounding ‘Lorelei’, and the hip rock number ‘Up’, all of which demonstrate Youngtak’s deepening musicality beyond the title track ‘FORM’.
1. Lorelei (Lorelei)
- An Irish-style ballad that poetically and autobiographically interprets the story of ‘Lorelei’ within a vast musical image.
Lyrics by Youngtak, Ji Kwangmin
Composed by Youngtak, Ji Kwangmin
Arranged by Youngtak, Ji Kwangmin
Synth : Ji Kwangmin
Whistle : Kwon Byeongho
Guitars : Jang Jaewon
Chorus : Park Hyemin, Ji Kwangmin
Bass : Park Je-shin
Drum Programming : Ji Kwangmin
Strings : RB-INJ
Strings Arranged & Conducted : Kwon Seokhong
Recorded by Youngtak @TakStudio
Strings Recorded : Shin Dae-yong, Kim Yong-seob @Infinity Studio
Mixed by Gu Jongpil @Klang Studio
Mastered by Kwon Namwoo @821 Sound Mastering
2. Tok Tok Tok (Tok Tok Tok)
- A medium-tempo R&B number that expresses the emotion of lonely longing with a sophisticated rhythm, featuring impressive lyrics that convey feelings with unique onomatopoeia like ‘my heart goes tok tok tok’.
Lyrics by Youngtak, Ji Kwangmin
Composed by Youngtak, Ji Kwangmin
Arranged by Youngtak, Ji Kwangmin
Piano : Ji Kwangmin
Guitars : Jang Jaewon
Chorus : Park Hyemin
Drum Programming : Ji Kwangmin
Recorded by Youngtak @TakStudio
Mixed by Gu Jongpil @Klang Studio
Mastered by Kwon Namwoo @821 Sound Mastering
3. FORM (FORM)
- A song inspired by the phrase ‘FORM’ used to praise those who have something outstanding compared to others, conveying the message that everyone has their own strengths and should boldly showcase them to the world.
A nu-disco genre pop dance song that features rhythmic Moog bass, heavy MPC drums, and brass EDM, delivering a fun and trendy sound.
Youngtak's refreshing and cheerful voice, which alternates between rap and singing, adds to the charm of this track.
Lyrics by Youngtak, Ji Kwangmin
Composed by Youngtak, Ji Kwangmin
Arranged by Youngtak, Ji Kwangmin
Synth : Ji Kwangmin
Chorus : Youngtak, Ji Kwangmin
Drum Programming : Ji Kwangmin
Recorded by Youngtak @TakStudio
Mixed by Gu Jongpil @Klang Studio
Mastered by Kwon Namwoo @821 Sound Mastering
4. Up (Up)
- A rock EDM song with a unique melody line that alternates between falsetto and chest voice over an intense and fast-paced track reminiscent of a chase scene. Actor Kim Ho-young participates in the narration with a catchphrase, adding to the fun of the song.
Lyrics by Youngtak, Ji Kwangmin
Composed by Youngtak, Ji Kwangmin
Arranged by Youngtak, Ji Kwangmin
Narration : Kim Ho-young
Synth : Ji Kwangmin
Guitars : Jang Jaewon
Chorus : Youngtak
Drum Programming : Ji Kwangmin
Recorded by Lee Sang-deok @Velvet Studio
Mixed by Gu Jongpil @Klang Studio
Mastered by Kwon Namwoo @821 Sound Mastering
5. Beautiful Goodbye (Beautiful Goodbye)
- A beautiful pop ballad that depicts the scene of a couple preparing to part, stimulating emotions with Youngtak's delicate vocals expressing the speaker's emotional changes in a three-dimensional manner.
Lyrics by Youngtak, Ji Kwangmin
Composed by Youngtak, Ji Kwangmin
Arranged by Youngtak, Ji Kwangmin
Guitars : Jang Jaewon
Chorus : Park Hyemin
Piano : Ji Kwangmin
Bass : Park Je-shin
Drum Programming : Ji Kwangmin
Recorded by Youngtak @TakStudio
Mixed by Gu Jongpil @Klang Studio
Mastered by Kwon Namwoo @821 Sound Mastering
6. What Did You Say? (What Did You Say?)
- A raw message directed at those who insist without thinking twice. A rock and roll style trot song with a fast tempo of 200 BPM and rhythmic vocals that are captivating.
Lyrics by Youngtak, Ji Kwangmin
Composed by Youngtak, Ji Kwangmin
Arranged by Youngtak, Ji Kwangmin
Guitars : Jang Jaewon
Piano : Ji Kwangmin
Chorus : Park Hyemin
Saxophone : Jang Hyo-seok
Trombone : Choi Jae-moon
Trumpet, Flugelhorn : Park Jun-kyu
Synth : Ji Kwangmin
Recorded by Youngtak @TakStudio
Brass Recorded by Lee Gi-hyuk, Lee Yoon-seo, Choi Il-woong @pondsound_studios
Mixed by Gu Jongpil @Klang Studio
Mastered by Kwon Namwoo @821 Sound Mastering
7. Price (Price)
- A kitschy and sophisticated pop trot. It humorously addresses the contemporary tendency to quantify and evaluate everything.
Lyrics by Youngtak, Ji Kwangmin
Composed by Youngtak, Ji Kwangmin
Arranged by Youngtak, Ji Kwangmin
Synth : Ji Kwangmin
Guitars : Jang Jaewon
Chorus : Kim Hyun-a
Drum Programming : Ji Kwangmin
Recorded by Lee Sang-deok @Velvet Studio
Mixed by Gu Jongpil @Klang Studio
Mastered by Kwon Namwoo @821 Sound Mastering
8. Back Around (Back Around)
- A folk song that sings about the longing and regret for things buried and forgotten in everyday life in a calm tone.
Lyrics by Youngtak, Ji Kwangmin
Composed by Youngtak, Ji Kwangmin
Arranged by Youngtak, Ji Kwangmin
Guitars : Jang Jaewon
Chorus : Park Hyemin, Ji Kwangmin
Bass : Park Je-shin
Saxophone : Jang Hyo-seok
Trumpet : Park Jun-kyu
Drum Programming : Ji Kwangmin
Recorded by Jang Su-nam @Velvet Studio
Brass Recorded by Lee Gi-hyuk, Lee Yoon-seo, Choi Il-woong @pondsound_studios
Mixed by Gu Jongpil @Klang Studio
Mastered by Kwon Namwoo @821 Sound Mastering
9. On Your Side (On Your Side)
Lyrics by Youngtak, Ji Kwangmin
Composed by Youngtak, Ji Kwangmin
Arranged by Youngtak, Ji Kwangmin
Piano : Ji Kwangmin
Guitars : Jang Jaewon
Chorus : Park Hyemin
Synth : Ji Kwangmin
Recorded by Youngtak @TakStudio
Mixed by Gu Jongpil @Klang Studio
Mastered by Kwon Namwoo @821 Sound Mastering
10. Pull It Now (Pull It Now)
- A drive song that conveys the message of leaving behind the frustrating aspects of life for a while and going on a trip together.
Lyrics by Youngtak, Ji Kwangmin
Composed by Youngtak, Ji Kwangmin
Arranged by Youngtak, Ji Kwangmin
Synth : Ji Kwangmin
Guitars : Jang Jaewon
Chorus : Youngtak
Drum Programming : Ji Kwangmin
Recorded by Lee Sang-deok @Velvet Studio
Mixed by Gu Jongpil @Klang Studio
Mastered by Kwon Namwoo @821 Sound Mastering