'A different My two type, pick one Honey or Spice'
LIGHTSUM Second Mini Album [Honey or Spice]
LIGHTSUM, who faced each other's emotions and dove into a brilliant world, returns with their second mini album [Honey or Spice], presenting a sweet yet hot 'taste.' Following their first mini album [Into The Light] released last May, [Honey or Spice] expresses LIGHTSUM's bold and daring side through the title track of the same name, 'Honey or Spice.' This album stands out with concept images and a music video that intuitively implement a charm capable of freely switching between any color, using a dizzying 'Spice Red' reminiscent of a traffic light, a melting 'Honey Yellow,' and a mysterious 'Odd Green' in between as motifs. In particular, the change to a more intense and bold styling in the main concept 'Spice Ver.' draws attention. They plan to captivate fans and listeners with visuals and an attitude that have become even more mature than before. Furthermore, the members' efforts to showcase a new color for LIGHTSUM are clearly embedded. The members took their first step as self-producing artists by participating in the songwriting process, and the various compositions of the B-side tracks, which can only be found in [Honey or Spice], will be key points to watch in the album. First, the confidently recommended title track 'Honey or Spice' will stimulate the ears like an appetizer from the first track with its contrasting tastes of unexpected charm. After leaving an unforgettable first impression through the harmony of performance, visuals, and music, let's feel LIGHTSUM's justified confidence, which differs from others, through 'Not My Style,' another spicy track that will further increase immersion without pause. 'Skyline,' which Juhyeon participated in composing and Sanga in writing, and is presented to the world with great care, delivers a more meaningful emotion to the fandom SUMIT than any other song. Continuing that lingering feeling, 'Whoopie,' with a bright and cheerful mood prepared by Nayoung, Hina, and Yujeong, makes one feel a pleasant excitement as if drinking a refreshing beverage. Following that, Sanga, Chowon, and Juhyeon present their own intense and energetic secret menu called 'Light it Up,' and finally, the sweet 'Candle LIGHT,' made with ingredients of hope and comfort, flows out to create a deep resonance in the heart. [Honey or Spice], containing a variety of tastes that one cannot help but be addicted to,
invites you to LIGHTSUM's table, which is dizzyingly sweet and burningly hot.
01. Honey or Spice
Composed by Jake K (ARTiffect), Val Del Prete (ARTiffect), Timothy ‘Bos’ Bullock, Carlyle Fernandes, Hautboi Rich
Lyrics by Cho Yoon-kyung
Arranged by Jake K (ARTiffect), Timothy ‘Bos’ Bullock, Carlyle Fernandes
'Honey or a dizzying Spice, pick one, My odd that overflows in your heart'
'Honey or Spice' is a Ratchet genre song featuring an attractive bass and brass sound. It is an impressive track with witty lyrics that compare one's honest and diverse charms—which one cannot help but fall for the moment they taste them—to the keywords 'Honey' & 'Spice.'
02.
Not My Style
Composed by Lee Hae-sol, EJAE, Kyndyl Miller
Lyrics by Lee Seuran
Arranged by Lee Hae-sol
‘But I'm a bit different, don't try to fit me into a mold’
‘Not My Style’ is a song that showcases a fresh feel different from the existing house genre, blending strong guitar sounds and vocals over a bright, house-based track.
03. Skyline
Composed by Big Sancho (YummyTONE), Jung Yoon, Juhyun
Lyrics by Jung Yoon, Big Sancho (YummyTONE), Sang-a
Arranged by Big Sancho (YummyTONE), Jung Yoon
‘It's okay to fall, I'm not afraid of the unfolding world’
‘Skyline,’ which member Juhyun participated in composing and Sang-a participated in rap-making and lyrics, is a warm and emotional R&B song led by a hip-hop beat with vintage drum sounds and a grand bass. By comparing the Skyline touching the night sky to a dream, it tells a story of moving forward step by step while waiting for the rising sun, allowing listeners to feel LIGHTSUM's honest emotions and musicality.
04. Whoopie
Composed by Big Sancho (YummyTONE), Park Hae-il (YummyTONE), Jerry Porter (YummyTONE)
Lyrics by Jung Yoon
Arranged by Big Sancho (YummyTONE), Park Hae-il (YummyTONE)
‘Now is the time, we are Whoopie, call out the favorite melody’
Nayoung, Hina, and Yujung's ‘Whoopie’ is a pop dance song featuring bright and cheerful guitar riffs and vocal chop sampling. It is a unit song where the three members' refreshing vocals and their own lovely vibe are well-felt.
05. Light it Up
Composed by GALACTIKA *, PABLO (GALACTIKA *), Matthew Tishler, Felicia Barton, Aaron Benward
Lyrics by OGI (GALACTIKA *)
Produced by team GALACTIKA *
‘Get ready, it's time to light a fire on the glamorous stage’
Led by Sang-a, Chowon, and Juhyun, ‘Light it Up’ is a Trap-EDM genre song that depicts people gradually falling for and cheering for LIGHTSUM as they color a silent, colorless stage with hot and brilliant lights.
06. Candle LIGHT
Composed by Jung Yoon (153/Joombas), Stella Jones (153/Joombas)
Lyrics by Kang Da-woon (153/Joombas), Jung Yoon (153/Joombas)
Arranged by Jung Yoon (153/Joombas)
‘Even that wind cannot weaken my light’
‘Candle LIGHT’ is a pop ballad that offers comfort and hope to everyone, along with the will to continue emitting a bright light without ever going out, just like a light that shines brighter the darker it gets.