Soompi Weekly K-pop Music Chart 2010

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April week 3

1. (--) 2AM - 잘못했어 (I Did Wrong) *** 2 WEEKS NO. 1 ***

Score: 926

Genre: Pop / Dance

Music + Lyrics: Bang Shi Hyuk

Album: 2AM mini-album (repackaged version) Track 2 Purchase this album

Watch: MV MV Part 2 Live Performance

Comment: 2AM held on to the top spot for another week despite very strong competitions from behind. The group scored their second consecutive No. 1 songs with "I Did Wrong". This song incorporates both dance and ballad elements while bringing out the theme of love. It starts off with strings and piano along with euro beats and drum sounds. The MV starring members Jo Kwon as a club DJ, Chang Min as a hockey player, Seul Ong as a biker, and Jin Woon as a basketball player. 2AM becomes the second artist to score two No. 1 songs this year, the other one is T-Ara.

2. (+9) After School - 뱅 (Bang!)

Score: 872

Genre: Pop / Dance

Music: Kim Tae Hyun / Lyrics: Kim Hee Sun

Album: After School 3rd single Track 2 Purchase this album

Watch: MV Live Performance

Comment: Leapfrogging many strong challengers and moves up nine spots to No. 2 is rising girl group After School who released their third single album "Bang!". The song was composed and penned by Kim Tae Hyeon and Kim Hee Seon respectively. This song was originally going to be a follow up single on their previous mini album, but was saved up for later to upgrade it. The song uses drum sounds as its backbone with powerful vocals to accompany it.

3. (+2) SNSD - Run Devil Run

Score: 798

Genre: Pop / Dance

Music: Busbee, James, Engstorm / Lyrics: Hong Ji Yoo

Album: SNSD Vol. 2 repackaged version Track 1 Purchase this album

Watch: MV Live Performance

Comment: Like many artists, SNSD released a repackaged version of their latest album after a successful run by the song "Oh!" on top of the chart. They unveiled their new concept: “Black Soshi.” Through this new concept, the girls are to show off their powerful charismatic charms. The title track off their repackaged sophomore album is, “Run Devil Run”. The girls are also going to show off their glam and chic look. The song is moving up slower than expected and the main reason is that it is not ranked too high on airplay charts. However, it still has the potential to go to No. 1 next week.

4. (-2) Kara - 루팡 (Lupin)

Score: 729

Genre: Pop / Dance

Music: Han Jae Ho, Kim Seung Soo / Lyrics: Song Soo Yoon

Album: Kara mini-album Vol. 3 Track 2 Purchase this album

Watch: MV Live Performance

Comment: This is the title track of Kara's 3rd mini-album. It is a dance pop number with an extravagant hip-hop beat and stimulating synth sounds. It has intense and refreshing sounds and is performed with the members' impressive voices. The dynamic style of the song created through tension and relaxation fits the image of Lupin, who is known as the master of transformation. (credits to Arirang TV - Pops In Seoul)

5. (New) Rain - 널 붙잡을 노래 (Song That Will Get You) *** HOT SHOT DEBUT ***

Score: 704

Genre: Pop Ballad

Album: Rain special album "Back To The Basic" Track 1 Purchase this album

Watch: MV Live Performance

Comment: Asia's biggest pop star Rain is finally returning to the k-pop scene and releasing a new special album "Back To The Basic". The meaning behind the title is that despite being in the music business for eight years, his heart and effort in it is like that of a rookie artist. Many anticipate his new work which includes a photo shoot that equally captured attention from fans and non-fans alike. The title song "Song That Will Get You" already tops many charts upon its release, and it is our highest debut this week at No. 5. Popular actress Han Ye Sul stars with Rain in this song's MV.

6. (-3) T-Ara - 너 때문에 미쳐 (Crazy Because Of You)

Score: 619

Genre: Pop / Dance

Music: Cho Young Soo, Kim Tae Hyun / Lyrics: Wheesung

Album: T-Ara Vol. 1 Repackaged Version Track 1 Purchase this album

Watch: MV Live Performance

Comment: This is the title track of Tiara's repackage album, "Breaking Heart." Having drawn attention with lyrics written by Whee Sung, this dance track mixes a pop feel and electronic sound. Tiara's sexy transformation into witches and their intense sound are attention-grabbing. (credits to Arirang TV - Pops In Seoul)

7. (-1) K.Will (feat. Eun Ji Won) - 선물 (Present)

Score: 607

Genre: Pop Ballad

Music + Lyrics: Eun Ji Won, Choi Kap Won

Album: K.Will digital single "Present" Track 1

Watch: MV Live Performance

Comment: K.Will's latest hit "Present" dropped one spot to No. 7 this week. K.Will returns this spring with a new single, “Present” featuring hip-hop rapper Eun Ji Won. It is a medium tempo track about wanting to give the most beautiful present to a loved one. K.Will’s voice blends well with the instruments of the song.

8. (-1) Beast - Shock

Score: 590

Genre: Pop / Dance

Music + Lyrics: Shin Sa Dong Tiger, Lee Sang Ho

Album: Beast mini-album Vol. 2 Track 2 Purchase this album

Watch: MV Live Performance

Comment: This is the title track of Beast's second mini-album, "Shock of the New Era." A synth segment reminiscent of a heavy metal guitar riff mixes well with a brief but heavy and fun rhythm. Instead of being a dynamic song with a strong beat, the sad lyrics give the song a lyrical vibe. (credits to Arirang TV - Pops In Seoul)

9. (New) Secret - Magic

Score: 580

Genre: Pop / Dance

Album: Secret 1st mini-album "Secret Time" Track 2 Purchase this album

Watch: MV Live Performance

Comment: Perhaps overlooked last year with so many strong girl groups debuting, Secret (consists of Jeon Hyo Seong, Han Seon Hwa, Song Ji Eun, and Jing Geo) still impressed many fans with their debut song "I Want You Back". Since then member Song Ji Eun has released a solo digital single duet with Hwan Hee, and also performed with Untouchable on their recent hit "Live In The Heart". Now Secret releases their first mini album, "Secret Time". The title track is “Magic” which has lively beats and was composed by Sinsadong Tiger, Kang Ji Won, and Kim Ki Bum. This time it is well received by all the media and fans and it becomes the group's first top 10 hit, debuting at No. 9 this week. This will definitely be their breakthrough hit and puts Secret on the map with already an amazing core of girl groups.

10. (-2) MC Mong (feat. Seo In Young) - Bubble Love

Score: 570

Genre: Hip-hop Ballad

Album: Cho Young Soo All Star Vol. 2.5 Track 1

Watch: MV

Comment: MC Mong, who is largely responsible for bringing hip-hop style ballads to k-pop with many great past hits like "A Letter Written To You", "I Love U Oh Thank You" etc., is teaming up with top songwriter Cho Young Soo and the vocal of Seo In Young for his latest hit "Bubble Love". This song is part of Cho Young Soo's last "All Star" series (Vol. 2.5). This week it dropped two spots to No. 10. Be sure to check out this song if you like MC Mong's past hip-hop ballads.

11. (-7) Epik High - Run

Score: 552

Genre: Hip-hop

Album: Epik High Special Album "Epilouge" Track 2 Purchase this album

Watch: MV Live Performance

Comment: Title song of Epik High's 11th studio album, "Epilogue." The music and rhythm that resemble a race come together with the group's literary lyrics, creating much emotion. The song encourages everyone who feels left out to race towards their dreams. (credits to Arirang TV - Pops In Seoul)

12. (-3) Baek Ji Young and Mighty Mouth - 사랑이 올까요 (Will Love Come?)

Score: 524

Genre: Pop

Album: Baek Ji Young and Mighty Mouth digital single "Will Love Come?" Track 1

Watch: MV

Comment: Hip-hop duo, Mighty Mouth and veteran singer, Baek Ji Young collaborates with a new single, “Will Love Come.” This duet track is of the popular electro-hop (electronica and hip-hop) genre. The music video stars Lee Yong Woo and Gook Ji Yeon who starred in the drama series, Boys Over Flowers. This week it dropped back to No. 12.

13. (+1) Big Mama - 기다리다 미쳐 (Go Crazy Waiting)

Score: 515

Genre: R&B Ballad

Music + Lyrics: Ryu Jae Hyun

Album: Big Mama Vol. 5 Track 3 Purchase this album

Watch: MV

Comment: Top female vocal group Big Mama has made a comeback with their fifth studio album, three years since their last. This album is based on the concept of diversity as well Big Mama-esque styles. It took over two years to prepare and famous composers including Lee Hyeon Jeong, Hong Jeon Soo, and Ryu Hae Jun took part in it. The title track is “Go Crazy Waiting” which was composed by Vibe's Ryu Hae Jun. It is about loving only one person and will continue to do so even after the love ends and the person leaves. This week it is our biggest mover, up 11 spots to No. 14.

14. (+2) Brown Eyed Soul - 비켜줄께 (I Will Move Aside)

Score: 461

Genre: R&B Ballad

Album: Brown Eyed Soul double single "I Will Move Aside/Blowin My Mind" Track 1 Purchase this album

Watch: MV

Comment: Brown Eyed Soul returns after two years and 5 months with a double single. The songs included in it are the title track, “I Will Move Aside” and follow up number “Blowin’ My Mind.” “I Will Move Aside” is a R&B ballad number with lyrics about telling another person about leaving a loved one’s side coolly. The song starts off with Jung Yeop, Young Jun, and Sang Hoon’s emotional vocals and ends with Naul’s passionate voice. This week it moves up two spots to No. 14.

15. (-3) Jung In - 미워요 (Hate You)

Score: 385

Genre: R&B Ballad

Music + Lyrics: Lee Juck

Album: Jung In mini-album "Jung In From Andromeda" Track 3 Purchase this album

Watch: MV Live Performance

Comment: Jung In's first solo hit "Hate You" dropped three spots to No. 15 this week. Fans might have heard of Jung In featured in many Lee Ssang's songs in the past. The former lead singer of R&B group G.Fla finally have the stage all by herself this time with her first mini-album "Jung In From Andromeda". Her talent is highly praised by industry insiders and her unique voice is perfect for R&B songs. "Hate You" is written by Panic's Lee Juck.

16. (-1) M4 - 널 위한 멜로디 (Melody For You)

Score: 333

Genre: Pop Ballad

Album: M4 mini-album "The Story Of M4" Track 1 Purchase this album

Watch: MV Live Performance

Comment: This is the title track of M4's first mini-album "The Story Of M4." It is a cheerful medium-tempo ballad and it marks the debut of the project group M4, which consists of Kim Won-jun, Lee Se-jun, Bae Ki-sung and Choi Jae-hoon. It is performed with the talented voices of the four singers and is about four men each trying to win a woman's heart in their own way. (credits to Arirang TV - Pops In Seoul)

17. (-4) December - 배운 게 사랑이라 (Learned My Lesson In Love)

Score: 328

Genre: R&B Ballad

Music + Lyrics: Oh Sung Hoon

Album: December digital single "Honesty" Track 1

Watch: MV Live Performance

Comment: This is the title track of December's digital single album "Honesty." It is a highly addictive song with a fast beat and gorgeous melody. It features Yoon-hyuk's rapping for the first time, and it harmonizes with DK's explosive voice, making this song stand apart from December's other songs. (credits to Arirang TV - Pops In Seoul)

18. (-1) Eun Ji Won - 술김에 (While Drunk)

Score: 317

Genre: Hip-hop

Music: Seo Jung Jin, Kim Se Jin / Lyrics: Seo Jung Jin

Album: Eun Ji Won digital single "While Drunk" track 1

Watch: MV

Comment: Eun Ji Won, who had released his fifth album after 4 years and 10 months has returned once again with his first digital single, “While Drunk.” This electronica hip-hop number was composed by Kim Saejin who has also done works for Lyn, FT Island, and Wheesung. Unlike his recent songs, "While Drunk" is more mainstream oriented and it should find commercial success. This week it dropped one spot to No. 18.

19. (-9) Outsider - 주변인 (Outsider)

Score: 316

Genre: Hip-hop

Music: Rhymer, Master Key / Lyrics: Outsider

Album: Outsider Vol. 2.5 Track 2 Purchase this album

Watch: MV Live Performance

Comment: This is the title track of Outsider's 2.5th mini-album. It is a hip-hop song that depicts lonesome feelings one experiences living in the dull world in a very dramatic and delicate way. Outsider's speed rapping harmonizes with the magnificent and touching melody. (credits to Arirang TV - Pops In Seoul)

20. (--) Zi-A - 나쁜 버릇 (Bad Habit)

Score: 270

Genre: Pop Ballad

Music: Kim Do Hoon / Lyrics: Kim Do Hoon, Choi Kap Won, Kim Bo Ah

Album: Zi-A digital single "Bad Habit" Track 1

Watch: MV

Comment: Quietly scoring her third top 20 hits already in 2010, Zi-A releases the second digital single, “Bad Habit” of the T-Project with the theme of timeless. Earlier this year she had released the first single, “Have One Drink” which was based on the theme of woman’s tears due to breakup and sadness. “Bad Habit” is about not being able to forget one’s past love and thus, goes back to past memories like a bad habit. This week it remains at No. 20.

21 . (--) Gil Hak Mi - Super Soul : 268

22 . (-3) Supreme Team - Step Up : 243

23 . (New) Younha - 말도 안돼 ( Doesn't Make Sense: MBC Drama "Personal Taste" OST ) : 235

24 . (+8) Boo Hwal - 사랑이란건 ( Love Is ) : 234

25 . (+14) ZE:A - 하루종일 ( All Day Long ) : 203 *** BIGGEST MOVER OF THE WEEK ***

26 . (New) Kim Tae Woo - 빗물이 내려서 ( Rainwater Falling: MBC Drama "Personal Taste" OST ) : 198

27 . (New) Ye Sung (Super Junior) - 너 아니면 안돼 ( Can't Be But You: KBS Drama "Cinderella’s Sister" OST ) : 197

28 . (-5) 2NE1 - 날 따라 해봐요 ( Try to Follow Me ) : 163

29 . (-7) M to M - 괜히 내가 ( I Needlessly ) : 156

30 . (-6) Wax (feat. Jo Kwon) - 이별이야기 ( Breakup Tale ) : 154

31 . (New) Kim Jang Hoon, Psy - 울려줘 다시 한 번 ( Make Me Cry Just Once More ) : 153

32 . (-7) Defconn (feat. Goo Ji Sung) - 래퍼들이 헤어지는 방법 ( Way Rappers Breakup ) : 152

33 . (New) Brave Brothers (feat. V.O.S) - 슬픈 음악 ( Sad Music ) : 139

34 . (-8) Lee Seung Ki (feat. Baek Chan) - 사랑이 술을 가르쳐 ( Love Teaches You How to Drink ) : 112

35 . (New) Suh Young Eun - 바보사랑 ( Fool Love ) : 95

36 . (New) Min Kyung Hoon - It's Alright : 88

37 . (-2) Gumbi - 콩닥콩닥 ( Heart Pounding ) : 74

38 . (New) Sung Eun (feat. Namolla Famiy Kim Jae Woo) - 너 하나만 ( You Only ) : 73

39 . (-2) 8Eight - 유효기간 ( Availability Period ) : 64

40 . (+2) Tae Sa Bi Ae - 사랑은 변하지 앖아 사람이 변하는 거야 ( Love Doesn't Change, It's People that Change ) : 57

41 . (New) Tae Jin Ah (feat. Maya) - 사랑은 돈보다 좋다 ( Love Is Better Than Money ) : 54

42 . (-4) F.Cuz - No One : 51

43 . (-7) Noblesse (feat. Cha Soo Kyung) - 눈물도 안나 ( Even Tears Won't Come Out ) : 50

44 . (-3) JJ - 점점 더 ( More And More ) : 49

45 . (New) Evan - 너 울리게 ( Make You Cry ) : 47

46 . (+1) EZ Hyoung - 봄의 기적 ( The Miracle Of Spring ) : 45

47 . (-3) Lee Tzsche - Something In The Air : 40

48 . (New) Yoo Seung Chan - Chemistry : 36

49 . (-3) L Class - 가지 말라고 ( Don't Go ) : 35

50 . (-5) Lucid Fall - 고등어 ( Mackerel ) : 30

Blue: Songs to watch out under top 20

Green: Editor's recommendations under top 20

BONUS TRACK:

Dramatics (vocal by Jin Goo) - 못잊어 (Can’t Forget)

Genre: Pop Ballad

Album: Dramatics digital single "Can't Forget" Track 1

Listen To: Full Song

Comment: Dramatics releases his second single, “Can’t Forget” this year, a little over six months since his first, The Real Dramatics. Jin Gu has taken part in this song again (also took part in the first single) as the vocalist, showcasing his voice while singing about breakup from a male’s point of view. Lee Jin Hee has helped Dramatics once again with the piano elements of the song. (credits to motoway065 for translations)

YESTERDAY ONCE MORE:

Yurisangja - 사랑해도 될까요? (May I Love You?)

Genre: Pop Ballad

Album: Yurisangja Vol. 6 (2001) Track 1

Watch:

Comment: Yurisangja (meaning "Glass Box" in Korean) is a male duo formed by Lee Se Joon and Park Seung Hwa debuted in 1996. They are a vocal group famous for singing ballads. Up to now the duo has released 19 albums and singles and still going strong. In recent years, both members have participated in other projects or appears in other singer's albums. The latest being Lee Se Joon's involvement in the project group M4. "May I Love You?" is probably Yurisangja's biggest hit and this song has become a classic k-pop hit song. Originally released as the title song of Yurisangja's 6th album in late 2001, this song reached its first peak of popularity during the Valentine's Day in 2002. At that time, most k-pop ballads were sad songs. This song is rare breed that it is a very sweet love song sung by the sincere vocals of Yurisangja. Two and a half years later, this song received its second round of popularity when it became Park Shin Yang's theme song in the ever popular SBS drama "Lovers In Paris". Many fans then found out this song was originally sung by Yurisangja, increasing the legacy of this song.

Sources of the chart

Air Monitor Chart - 15%

Cable Sources (MNet, KMTV, Cable Airplays) - 15%

Various Internet charts (Dosirak, Bugs, Melon, Naver, Monkey3, Daum, Cyworld, Soribada) - 15%

ChartKorea - 10%

Hottracks Weekly Album Sales (2 weeks lag) - 10%

SBS Inky Gayo Take 7 + Internet Chart + MP3 Download Chart - 10%

MBC Inky Top 100 Chart - 10%

KBS Music Bank K-Chart - 10%

Gasoo appearance on gayo shows (MBC Music Core, SBS Inky Gayo, KBS Music Bank, MNet M!Countdown, MBC Music Travel LaLaLa, SBS Kim Jung Eun Chocolate, KBS Yoo Hee Yeol Sketchbook, MTV The M, MTV Non-stop, Pops In Seoul) - 5%

thanks to Mardi09 for helping on the internet chart researches.

Main site post: http://www.soompi.com/news/weekly_kpop_mus...10_april_week_3

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NEW ALBUMS AND SINGLES PREVIEW:

Norazo Vol. 4 – Turn Over a New Leaf (April 20)

01 Rock Star

02 Save Me

03 Curry

04 Hwang Jo Ga

05 Lay the Mind

06 Ha ba ba Oompa

07 Alien

08 Book

09 Love Fighter (Love Song 4)

10 Hyeong

11 Mackerel

12 Sorry, I Love You

13 Constipation

14 Want to Seize It, So Seize It (World Cup Song)

Purchase this album

Norazo, known for their bizarre music has returned this year with their fourth album, titled Turn Over a New Leaf. It’s been a year and a half since their last release, “Superman.” The first song in the album is “Rock Star” which as the title suggests, has strong rock beats with upbeat guitar instrumentals. The song is about the hardships Norzao has encountered as singers. The title track is “Save Me” which has sad melodies, showing a different size of the group. Other songs included in the album are exciting number, “Curry,” “BOOK,” which is about the behind the scenes at clubs, and so forth.

4minute (single) – Personal Taste OST Part. 3 (released)

01 Making Love

Purchase this album

4Minute is the third artist, following Younha, to take part in the soundtrack for the “Personal Taste” drama series, with the song, “Making Love.” The song was composed by hitmaker Shin In Su who has also done works for drama series such as My Fair Lady as well as popular songs such as Davichi’s “Hot Stuff.” The song has trendy rhythms, an emotional melody, and lovable lyrics.

Kim Tae Woo (single) – Personal Taste OST Part. 4 (released)

01 Your Wings

Purchase this album

Kim Tae Woo is the fourth artists to take part in the soundtrack for “Personal Taste” which stars Lee Min Ho and Son Ye Jin, and their interesting tale. The insert song is about the feeling about being able to fly if being with you. It is a upbeat house tempo number filled with hope.

2NISE – Why Are You Like This (released)

01 See Only You, Hold Only You, Will Love Only You

02 Why Are You Like This (feat. Ha Joo Yeon of Jewelry) (She Said)

03 U R Ma Girl

04 Why Are You Like This (feat. Nassun) (He Said)

05 Because of You (John Solo)

06 Why Are You Like This – Inst.

07 Because of You – Inst.

Musician group, 2NISE who produces, writes, composes, arranges, as well as sound mixes all on their own has debuted and released their first mini album. The title track is “Why Are You Like This” which has the music styles of popular groups, Big Bang, 4minute, After School, and Tiara, in hopes to appeal to the masses. It has south hip-hop styles and groovy rhythms and electronica sounds. The song is about the light meeting between a guy and a girl and their genuine love.

Other releases:

E-Tribe - E-Tribe Project Album (201004) (released)

Kim Yoon Ah (single) - 도쿄블루스 (released)

Yoon Do Hyun (single) - 김제동송 - 오쿄쿄쿄 (released)

Paloalto - Lonely Hearts (April 20)

Guckkasten - Re-recording Album (April 20)

Daydream - Concerto D'Amour (April 20)

Junssang 1st mini-album - Victory (April 20)

Innocent Shine - Lightnology (April 20)

Lee Chul Hoon - Day Dream (April 21)

Fanny Fink - 7 Moments (April 21)

Banana Bau Vol. 1 - 바우氏의 일상 (April 22)

Victoryview - New Try (April 22)

Atom Returnz - 괴색젊음 (April 22)

Monla - Jealousy (April 22)

Sources: Hanteo, Kyobobook, YesAsia, Dosirak, Naver

credits to motoway065 for translations

Main site post: http://www.soompi.com/news/new_albums_and_...10_april_week_3

[Guest davidfresh]

SNSD moving slowly is pretty disappointing, but I'm glad Secret ranks so high. Their new song is fresh and funk-driven, a daring move in the Kpop industry.

In other news, I can't wait for the Paloalto/XEPY album. KTW track rocks too.

[Guest BuNnIeMomiJi]

glad to see 2AM holding on that no.1 spot.

[johnseveru]

"lets secret time!!!!!"

<3

[Guest toanyone21]

yay! congrats to 2am! their songs are amazing!

[Guest ~S2~]

hmmm I had a feeling we did Rain =_= sorry about that Ed!!!

congrats to 2AM and After School!knew they would rise a lot~

thanks for this Ed!