LUCY - 3rd EP [Insert Coin]

LUCY 3rd EP A band that constantly pushes the boundaries of genre, LUCY's 3rd EP clearly demonstrates their broad musical spectrum. With two tracks possessing the refreshing yet warm atmosphere characteristic of LUCY, and two tracks accompanied by an intense sound they have never shown before, the composition is diverse and full of twists, like two sides of a coin. Amidst such a diverse composition, what remains unchanged is their message. Whether intensely or wittily, they consistently encourage listeners to love themselves. Just as a new life is granted in a game-over situation to move forward toward a new challenge, they hope their music becomes a new spark for someone. TRACK 01. But Seriously (아니 근데 진짜) Filled with listening pleasure, the song features the refreshing strings that are LUCY's signature, along with dazzling guitar and bass lines. Retro 8-bit game sounds appearing in just the right places fill the mood of the song seamlessly. The song shows a non-cliché progression through changes in the beat along with clap sounds, and adds wit with so-called "fan-girling/boying" (jujeop) comments, delivering a sophisticated charm. The lyrics, written as if speaking to someone right in front of them, and the perfectly timed sighs of frustration toward a skeptical partner create a vivid scene. Furthermore, the distribution of parts among the three vocals, each with different charms, provides a three-dimensional structure by tightening and loosening the tension. Lyrics by Cho Won-sang Composed by Cho Won-sang, O.YEON, Choi Young-hoon Arranged by Cho Won-sang, O.YEON, Choi Young-hoon Vocal Choi Sang-yeop, Shin Kwang-il, Cho Won-sang Violin Shin Ye-chan Bass Cho Won-sang Drum Shin Kwang-il Piano O.YEON Guitar Choi Young-hoon Chorus Cho Won-sang, Kang Butter Midi Programming Cho Won-sang String Arrangement & Conducted O.YEON TRACK 02. If You're Busy (바쁘거든) A song reminiscent of an opening for an animation talking about youth, featuring an impressive addictive riff and melody from the guitar and synthesizer. Retro game sounds add a popping charm, and the repetitive use of words with a sense of beat and rhythm creates a more rhythmical sound. LUCY's unique wit is well-expressed through vocal effects and addictive lyrics about being too busy hugging each other rather than growling at one another. Lyrics by Cho Won-sang Composed by Cho Won-sang, BYMORE, Choi Young-hoon Arranged by Cho Won-sang, BYMORE, Choi Young-hoon Vocal Choi Sang-yeop, Shin Kwang-il, Cho Won-sang Violin Shin Ye-chan Bass Cho Won-sang Drum Shin Kwang-il Piano Kim Jin-sol Guitar Choi Young-hoon Chorus Cho Won-sang, Kang Butter Midi Programming Cho Won-sang String Arrangement & Conducted O.YEON TRACK 03. Never in vain A song with an impressive rocking sound that is intense like a resolution, and the vocal performance—appropriately pushing and pulling as if tempting—doubles the mood of the music. As a genre LUCY is presenting for the first time, the lyrics are composed entirely in English, creating a mysterious feeling through the unfamiliarity. The sound effects that seem to rush toward the listener, the synthesizer and drum sounds that heighten tension, the bell sound that bursts at the end, and the following violin melody create a scene from a movie. Lyrics by Cho Won-sang, Hong Isaac, Hwang Min-jae, Shin Seo-hyun Composed by Cho Won-sang, Add Blessed Arranged by Cho Won-sang, Add Blessed Vocal Choi Sang-yeop Violin Shin Ye-chan Bass Cho Won-sang Drum Shin Kwang-il Piano Add Blessed Guitar Choi Young-hoon Chorus Cho Won-sang Midi Programming Cho Won-sang, Add Blessed TRACK 04. Fill (채워) By adopting the Dubstep genre for the first time, they showcase a hard side that LUCY has never shown before. The vocal effect sounds and the intense singing style, different from their usual approach, are impressive. With an intense sound and racing violin performance, it feels as if one is facing the final round of a game as the curtain call opens. It creates an atmosphere of reaching a grand finale after pouring out every last bit of energy. Lyrics by Cho Won-sang, Hwang Min-jae Composed by Cho Won-sang, O.YEON, Choi Young-hoon Arranged by Cho Won-sang, O.YEON, Choi Young-hoon Vocal Choi Sang-yeop, Cho Won-sang Violin Shin Ye-chan Bass Cho Won-sang Drum Shin Kwang-il Piano O.YEON Guitar Choi Young-hoon Chorus Cho Won-sang Midi Programming Cho Won-sang Recorded by Kim Ji-hyun, Seo Yu-deok @STUDIO89 Mixed by Kim Il-ho @STUDIO89 Mastered by Kwon Nam-woo @821SOUND