Yuqi ((G)I-DLE) - 1st Mini Album [YUQ1] (STAR Ver. / RABBIT Ver.)

So what if I'm a 'weirdo'? A lovely 'FREAK' Yuqi's first mini album [YUQ1] Yuqi, a member of the digital powerhouse (G)I-DLE who achieved four consecutive 'PAK's (Perfect All-Kills) on major domestic music charts with their second full-length album [2] released last January, is releasing her first solo album [YUQ1], which fully captures her own unique colors. Having previously proven her endless potential for growth through the digital single [A Page], Yuqi has built a diverse musical career, receiving love calls from various top artists both domestically and internationally for her charming tone. As can be seen from the album title, Yuqi's first mini album [YUQ1] captures 'Yuqi' herself. This album, which embodies Yuqi's free-spirited yet delicate artistic side, visually expresses strong confidence in her first album by representing the letter 'I' in her name as the number '1'. The title track 'FREAK' is a song filled with Yuqi's signature bubbly energy, offering a sense of specialness amidst a boring, repetitive daily routine. In particular, she sings about the unique charm of being a 'FREAK' with honest lyrics such as 'She's a Certified Freak' and 'I'm a Certified Freak,' revealing that the subject she has been singing about is actually 'Yuqi' herself. This song, full of Yuqi's confidence in acknowledging her differences from others and proudly embracing them as her own individuality, gives the listener a fresh sense of liberation. Yuqi, who composed numerous B-side tracks for (G)I-DLE's group albums, has increased the sincerity and completeness of her first solo album by listing herself as a lyricist and composer for the majority of the tracks, including the title song 'FREAK'. Furthermore, through featuring from various artists such as (G)I-DLE's Minnie, pH-1, and Lexie Liu, she has established her own musical color through a wider variety of genres and stories. The first mini album [YUQ1] confidently expresses the side of Yuqi as an all-rounder artist. Hoping that all the 'FREAKs' around the world will come out into the world with confidence and sing along, today, the cute weirdo Yuqi begins a joyful party for the lonely 'FREAKs'. 01. FREAK Composed by Jop Pangemanan, Kyle Faulkner, Audun Agnar Guldbrandsen, Yuqi, Siixk Jun Lyrics by Jop Pangemanan, Kyle Faulkner, Audun Agnar Guldbrandsen, Yuqi Arranged by Siixk Jun, Krap 'FREAK' makes you want to open the window and scream in a running car amidst a boring, repetitive daily routine. A band sound consisting of a charming Bossa rhythm and organic instruments within a simple and minimal composition opens up the day. At 9AM, “OMG, I overslept!” 02. My Way Composed by Yuqi, BOYTOY, MOJO, JIWOONG (PLZ), SOHI (PLZ) Lyrics by Yuqi, BOYTOY, MOJO, SOHI (PLZ) Arranged by BOYTOY, MOJO, JIWOONG (PLZ) Now is the time to spread your wings; 'My Way' contains Yuqi's sincere message. The analog-style vintage synth instrument sounds paint a picture of a tomorrow full of hope. At 2PM, “It’s up to ME.” 03. Drink It Up (Feat. pH-1) Composed by Yuqi, BOYTOY, MOJO, Milli Oshyun, MUNA (PLZ), XU (PLZ), Jenna (PLZ), Disko, pH-1 Lyrics by Yuqi, BOYTOY, MOJO, MUNA (PLZ), XU (PLZ), Jenna (PLZ), pH-1 Arranged by BOYTOY, MOJO, Milli Oshyun ‘Drink It Up’ is a track where you can fully feel a dreamy atmosphere. Yuqi's deep, rich vocals combined with pH-1's melodic singing rap create a chill vibe, and the cinematic pre-chorus section doubles the song's splendor. At 6PM, “A shot of Whiskey, please.” 04. Red Rover Composed by Elsa Curran, Stela Cole, Joshua Murty, Mark Schick Lyrics by Elsa Curran, Stela Cole, Joshua Murty, Mark Schick Arranged by Joshua Murty, Mark Schick ‘Red Rover’ is packed with a funky sound. Nu Disco-style instruments, charming whisper-like rapping, and slap bass, organ, and strings add a deep allure. At 8PM, “Haven’t you heard? I’m the crazy b*tch around here.” 05. On Clap (Feat. Lexie Liu) Composed by Oscar Scheller, Jesse Thomas, Naomi Wild, Siixk Jun, Lexie Liu Lyrics by Oscar Scheller, Jesse Thomas, Naomi Wild, Yuqi, Lexie Liu Arranged by Siixk Jun ‘On Clap’ allows you to feel a hip groove through a unique arrangement using fresh Bubble FX. By repeating a 4-bar bass loop to minimize the beat and maximize the hook, it portrays Yuqi's brag swag. At 10PM, “Follow my lead.” 06. Everytime (With MINNIE ((G)I-DLE)) Composed by Yuqi, BOYTOY, MOJO, s’oom (PLZ), Zun (PLZ), MUNA (PLZ), Disko, WARMing, Junsoo Lyrics by Yuqi, BOYTOY, s’oom (PLZ), Zun (PLZ), MUNA (PLZ) Arranged by BOYTOY, Disko ‘Everytime’ is a cozy sketch of youth drawn by Yuqi and Minnie. As a medium-tempo Emo Pop track, their contrasting yet harmonious vocal tones are charming, and it is characterized by the emotional melody of the acoustic guitar leading the song. At 12AM, “For our youth.” 07. Could It Be Composed by Mike Elizondo, Micky Ekko Lyrics by Mike Elizondo, Micky Ekko Arranged by Mike Elizondo, Micky Ekko ‘Could It Be’ makes you look back on a day that felt like a dream in the gold-tinted dawn. The retro sound, which can only be realized by 1970s analog instruments such as the Juno, Prophet-5, and OP-1, gives the feeling of having a pleasant dream. At 2AM, “It was a dreamy day. Good night, everyone.”