Newsie Posted December 13, 2009 Share Posted December 13, 2009 1. (--) 2PM - Heartbeat *** 2 WEEKS NO. 1 ***Score: 988Genre: Pop / DanceMusic + Lyrics: Park Jin YoungAlbum: 2PM Vol. 1 Track 2 Purchase this albumWatch: MV Live PerformanceComment: 2PM remains No. 1 this week with "Heartbeat", still increasing in points and widen the gap with the rest of the competition. In this era of artists releasing singles and mini-albums, this is their very first full studio album titled "1:59", where listeners can see how much they matured. The title track is "Heartbeat" which does not have an exact genre but shows 2PM’s style. One can hear the sounds of a person’s heart palpitation along with drums and a full orchestra, which all flow together to make a dynamic feel. 2. (--) Brown Eyed Girls - Sign Score: 814Genre: Pop / DanceMusic: Lee Min Soo / Lyrics: Kim InaAlbum: Brown Eyed Girls Vol. 3 repackaged version Track 1 Purchase this albumWatch: MV Live PerformanceComment: The title song of Brown Eyed Girls' third studio album, Sound-G "Sign." The song has a unique sound with a sweet but sharp melody line and a sophisticated and tight up-tempo beat. The use of punctuation in the lyrics such as "dot," highlight the feelings of a girl on the verge of a breakup. (credits to Arirang TV - Pops In Seoul) 3. (+3) F(x) - Chu~♡Score: 774Genre: Pop / DanceAlbum: F(x) first single Chu~♡ Track 1 Purchase this albumWatch: MV Live PerformanceComment: Just when we thought other female rookie groups are a lock for this year's best new artists, F(x) who debuted the latest, is closing in faster than lightning. They got their first top 3 hit this week with "Chu~♡." It is a cute and trendy Euro-pop song. The song is about a girl whom awakens after receiving a kiss, and is filled with curiosity and expectations of wanting to get to know the world. 4. (+3) IU - 마쉬멜로우 (Marshmallow)Score: 692Genre: Pop / DanceMusic: Kim Do Hoon, Park Soo Jong / Lyrics: Choi Kap WonAlbum: IU mini-album Vol. 2 "IU...Im" Track 3 Purchase this album Watch: MV Live PerformanceComment: IU also scores her first top 5 hit with the ever so cute song "Marshmallow". "Marshmallow" is a hybrid of the 60's rock and roll and french pop which is currently popular worldwide. It's the perfect combination of retro and modern which displays IU's cute and mature sides. Songwriter Kim Do Hoon, who has written many hit songs recently, wrote this song for IU. This song already eclipsed "Boo" which went to No. 9 on our chart, thus becoming IU's biggest hit so far in her young career. 5. (+3) U-Kiss - 만만하니 (Am I That Easy Going?) Score: 653Genre: Pop / DanceMusic + Lyrics: Brave BrothersAlbum: U-Kiss mini-album "Conti UKiss" Track 2 Purchase this albumWatch: MV Live PerformanceComment: Joining F(x) and IU to have their first ever top 5 hit is U-Kiss. Their latest hit "Am I That Easy Going?" moves up three more spots to No. 5. They recently released their third mini-album CONTI UKISS which did well on the sales chart. The group added a new member Lee Ki Sub, making U-Kiss a seven-member group. "Am I That Easy Going?" is a powerful hip-hop dance tune written by Brave Brothers who is also responsible for the group's previous singles. 6. (-1) See Ya - 그놈 목소리 (His Voice)Score: 620Genre: Pop / DanceMusic: Lee Min Soo / Lyrics: Kim InaAlbum: See Ya mini-album "Rebloom" Track 1 Purchase this albumWatch: MV Live Performance Comment: This is the title track of SeeYa's mini-album "Rebloom." It has a simple yet very addictive "hooky" melody and rhyming lyrics. It is an electronic pop dance track with an abundant vocal effect, and it represents the musical transformation of SeeYa, which so far was popular for its ballads. (credits to Arirang TV - Pops In Seoul) 7. (-4) SS501 - Love Like ThisScore: 609Genre: Pop / DanceMusic: Lee,Scott,Alexander / Lyrics: Park Hae InAlbum: SS501 mini-album "Rebirth" Track 2 Purchase this albumWatch: MV Live PerformanceComment: This is the title track of SS501's mini-album "Rebirth." It is an up-tempo synth pop song with an impressive repetitive melody. Mixing was performed by renowned award-winning U.S. music engineer Ken Lewis, whose outstanding techniques contributed to the high quality of the song. (credits to Arirang TV - Pops In Seoul) 8. (-4) K Will - 그립고 그립고 그립다 (Yearn Yearn Yearn)Score: 608Genre: Pop BalladMusic: Hwang Chan Hee / Lyrics: Hwang Chan Hee, Cho Eun HeeAlbum: K Will Vol. 2 Track 2 Purchase this albumWatch: MV Live PerformanceComment: K Will is quietly enjoying a spectacular year in 2009, generating hits after hits, whether it is from his own albums/singles or from drama OSTs. Now he is releasing his 2nd full length studio album "Yearn Yearn Yearn". Despite having so many hit songs, this is K Will's first full album in more than 2 years. The principal track with the same name is at No. 8 this week. "Yearn Yearn Yearn" is a powerful and emotional ballad which fits perfectly to K Will's vocal. With the addition of his latest hit, K Will is among the favorite to win the top male vocalist this year. 9. (+7) CL & Minzy - Please Don't GoScore: 512Genre: Hip-hopMusic + Lyrics: TeddyAlbum: CL & Minzy digital single "Please Don't Go" Track 1Watch: Live PerformanceComment: 2NE1 members are well represented in the top 10 this week. The group's two main rappers CL & Minzy, also have their own hit song as "Please Don't Go." The song was composed by YG’s main producer Teddy. It has fast hip hop rhythms along with CL and Minji’s strong flowing rap. This hot song is perfect for the winter. 10. (--) Park Bom - You And IScore: 504Genre: R&BMusic + Lyrics: TeddyAlbum: Park Bom digital single "You And I" Track 1Watch: MV Live PerformanceComment: 2NE1’s main vocalist, Park Bom has released her first solo digital single, "You and I" which was composed and penned by Teddy who has also responsible for 2NE1's "Lollipop," "Fire," "I Don’t Care," and Sandara's solo hit "Kiss." The song is about a love vow for endless love. Park Bom’s vocals are showcased in this mid-tempo R&B hip-hop number. This week "You And I" is at No. 10 this week. This song has already topped a lot of internet charts in Korea. 11. (+17) After School - 너 때문에 (Because Of You) *** BIGGEST MOVER OF THE WEEK ***Score: 497Genre: Pop / DanceMusic + Lyrics: Brave BrothersAlbum: After School 2nd single Track 1 Purchase this albumWatch: MV Live PerformanceComment: Looking to solidify their place as one of the leading candidates for the best newcomer award at year end, After School has done just that with their latest hit "Because Of You". It is our biggest mover this week, up 17 spots to No. 11. Unlike their previous hits, this song is slower in tempo and has a Shibuya kei style with electronic pop sounds. It is a new try for both the group and hot songwriter Brave Brothers. Through this song, listeners can see their top notch live performance. 12. (New) T-Ara - Bo Beep Bo Beep *** HOT SHOT DEBUT *** Score: 473Genre: Pop / DanceAlbum: T-Ara Vol. 1 Track 3 Purchase this albumWatch: MV Live PerformanceComment: Another rookie female group fighting for positions on the best newcomers award. T-Ara has done very well so far as their first two hits "Lie" and "TTL" both went to the top 10. They finally release their full length album now which many top composers wrote for them. The title song "Bo Beep Bo Beep" is a hot dance track with additive melody, and is our highest debut this week at No. 12. 13. (-2) Ivy - Touch MeScore: 467Genre: Pop / DanceMusic: Park Jae Sung, Yoo Gun Hyung / Lyrics: Park Jae SungAlbum: Ivy Vol. 3 Track 3 Purchase this albumWatch: MV Live PerformanceComment: Two years ago, Ivy rose to become one of the top female soloists in Korea. Her career was briefly derailed by a scandal with her ex-boyfriend. Now she puts the past behind her and finally returns with her third studio album. This album showcases both her innocence as well as her sexiness. The album title is “I Be” which means I’m Ivy as well as I’m Starting and I Exist. The title track is "Touch Me" which is a pop number that has a simple melody with electronica sounds. It was composed by Psy and Yoo Gun Hyung. Like her past hit, Sonata of Temptation, "Touch Me" shows her sexiness and charisma only Ivy can bring out. This week "Touch Me" dropped 2 spots to No. 13. 14. (+10) MC Sniper - 마법의 성 (Magic Castle)Score: 435Genre: Hip-hopMusic + Lyrics: MC SniperAlbum: MC Sniper Vol. 5 Track 2 Purchase this albumWatch: MV Live PerformanceComment: This year, MC Sniper successful introduced Outsider to the mainstream k-pop audience. Now MC Sniper himself is back with his 5th album "Museum". This album revolves around the concept of love. He produced and wrote the lyrics based on this own experiences on love. MC Sniper also has solid collaborations featuring including Rain's producer, Tae Wan along with Lucifer, MC BK, and Mr. Room9. The title track "Magic Castle" has the trademark Sniper sound and it moves up 10 spots to No. 14 this week. 15. (-1) Baek Ji Young - 잊지 말아요 (Don't Forget: KBS Drama "Iris" OST)Score: 433Genre: Pop BalladMusic: Kim Do Hoon, Lee Hyun Seung / Lyrics: Kim Do Hoon, Choi Kap WonAlbum: KBS Drama "Iris" OST Purchase this albumWatch: MV Live PerformanceComment: Korea’s ballad queen, Baek Ji Young takes part in the soundtrack for the blockbuster KBS hit drama, Iris. The song will be the romance theme song for Lee Byung Hun and Kim Tae Hee. The story is action packed with lots of betrayal and romance. The song which was composed by top composer Kim Do Hoon and penned by Choi Kap Won, depicts the two people’s sad romance. "Don't Forget" dropped 1 spot to No. 15 this week. The "Iris" drama OST has 3 songs on our chart this week. 16. (-4) Seo In Kook - 부른다 (Calling You)Score: 422Genre: R&B BalladMusic: Bang Shi Hyuk / Lyrics: Bang Shi Hyuk, Baek ChanAlbum: Seo In Kook digital single "Calling You" Track 2Watch: MV Live PerformanceComment: Singing his way to the top of the popular talent show program Mnet Superstar K, Seo In Kook now takes the next step in his music career with his debut album. You may see a bit of resemblance to 8Eight in his debut song "Calling You", as the song is written by Hitman Bang who wrote all of 8Eight's hits. 8Eight's Baek Chan also help penned the lyrics. This song is ranked high in many internet and airplay charts in Korea. Even though he debuted late this year, Seo In Kook is still considered one of the top rookie male soloist of 2009. This week "Calling You" dropped 4 spots to No. 16. 17. (+5) Rainbow - Gossip GirlScore: 398Genre: Pop / DanceAlbum: Rainbow mini-album "Gossip Girl" Track 2 Purchase this albumWatch: MV Live PerformanceComment: Yet another high-profiled girl group debuted! This one is from DSP Entertainment, who launched FINKL and Kara. Rainbow is their latest secret weapon. The 7-girls group has been training for four years. Rainbow members are leader Jae Kyung, Ji Suk, Seung A, No Eul, Woo Ri, Yoon Hye, and Hyun Young - one member each representing a color of the rainbow. Their debut song "Gossip Girl" made it to our top 20 this week. It is a fresh and stylish synth-pop dance tune. 18. (-9) SHINee - Ring Ding Dong Score: 392Genre: Pop / DanceMusic + Lyrics: Yoo Young JinAlbum: SHINee mini-album Vol. 3 Track 2 Purchase this albumWatch: MV Live PerformanceComment: This is the representative track for SHINee's third mini-album, "2009, Year Of Us." The Afro-electro song was produced by hitmaker Yoo Young-jin and combines African Congo drums with contemporary electro synthesizer sounds. Its cartoon-like lyrics are about feeling like you have bells in your head when in love. (credits to Arirang TV - Pops In Seoul) 19. (-6) MBLAQ - Oh Yeah Score: 360Genre: Pop / DanceMusic: Kim Tae Wan, Jang Jae Min / Lyrics: RainAlbum: MBLAQ 1st mini-album Track 1Watch: MV Live PerformanceComment: This is the title track of MBLAQ's debut single album "Just Blaq." It has a heavy hip-hop beat combined with intense synthesizer and guitar sounds, and it represents MBLAQ's good start as a new band. The speedy drumwork, the fun rhythm of the rapping and the addictive chorus, "Oh Yeah," add charm to the song. (credits to Arirang TV - Pops In Seoul) 20. (--) Lee Seung Hwan - 좋은 날 II (One Fine Day II)Score: 344Genre: Alternative RockAlbum: Lee Seung Hwan 20th Anniversary Album "Hwantastic Friends" Track 2 Purchase this albumWatch: MVComment: Celebrating his 20th anniversary in the music business, Lee Seung Hwan releases a special album "Hwantastic Friends". Two songs have already been released previously as singles: "Heart Attack" and "Dunk Shoot". The title song "One Fine Day II" is the only song on the album in which Lee Seung Hwan sings solo. This alternative, easy listening rock song is the sequel of Lee Seung Hwan's first album hit "Good Day". This week it remains at No. 20. 21 . (-2) Lee Young Hyun (Big Mama) - 미안해 사랑해서 ( Sorry For Loving You ) : 32222 . (-5) Tae Yang - 웨딩드레스 ( Wedding Dress ) : 31523 . (-8) B2ST - Bad Girl : 27024 . (New) Kim Tae Woo - 꿈을꾸다 ( To Dream a Wish: KBS Drama "Iris" OST ) : 26125 . (-7) Lee Ssang (feat. Jung In) - 헤어지지 못하는 여자, 떠나가지 못하는 남자 ( Girl That Can't Break Up, Guy that Can't Leave ) : 24326 . (-5) One Two (feat. Seo In Young) - 못된 여자2 ( Bad Woman 2 ) : 21927 . (-4) Lyn - 실화 ( True Story ) : 20528 . (+5) December - 사랑 참 ( Love Really: KBS Drama "Iris" OST ) : 20429 . (-3) Tei & Kan Mi Youn - 너에게 약속하는 7가지 ( The 7 Things I Promise You ) : 20130 . (--) Jang Hye Jin - 한 번만 울고 말자 ( Let's Just Cry Once and Stop ) : 19531 . (New) Park Jin Young - No Love No More : 18632 . (New) Mighty Mouth (with Navi) - 홀로 크리스마스 ( Christmas Alone ) : 17533 . (-4) Chae Dong Ha - 어떻게 잊겠습니까 ( How can I forget ) : 16534 . (+3) H-Eugene (feat. 8Eight Joo Hee) - 사랑경보 ( Love Warning ) : 16435 . (New) SG Wannabe Lee Suk Hoon - 그리운 얼굴 ( I Miss Your Face ) : 12736 . (-1) Dynamic Duo - 죽일 놈 ( Guilty ) : 11737 . (-10) FT Island - 러브레터 ( Love Letter ) : 11638 . (--) Park Sang Woo - 바보를 위한 노래 ( Song for a Fool: SBS Drama "You Are Beautiful" OST2 ) : 11039 . (+1) Hwan Hee - 심장을 놓쳐서 ( Dropped My Heart ) : 10540 . (New) Clazziquai - 핑 ( Round ) : 10341 . (-2) Free Style - Hot Christmas : 9142 . (+3) Icon (feat. Eun Ji Won) - Beautiful Lady : 9043 . (-9) Shin Seung Hoon - 사랑치 ( Fool for Love ) : 8844 . (-13) M to M - 코끝이 짠하잖아요 ( The Tip of My Nose is Regretful ) : 8745 . (-13) Lee Soo Young - 내 이름 부르지 마 ( Don't Call My Name ) : 7746 . (New) Kim Kook Hwan - 안보여 ( I Can't See ) : 6047 . (New) Maya - 서시 ( Seo Shi ) : 4048 . (-5) KCM - 하루가 ( One Day ) : 3449 . (-7) Wheesung - 눈물 쏟고 또 쏟고 ( Tears Flowing and Flowing ) : 3350 . (New) Yurisangja - 나쁜 사람 ( Bad Person ) : 32 Blue: Songs to watch out under top 20Green: Editor's recommendations under top 20 BONUS TRACK:Tearis - 말도 못하고 (Not Believe)Genre: Pop BalladAlbum: Tearis digital single "Not Believe" Track 2Watch: MVComment: Tearis is a group made up of two members; composer, Jang Byung Du and Kihoo. This 1st single album was progressed by composer and producer, Jang Byung Du. He arranged, composed the title song "Not Believe", with help from Kihoo for the lyrics. They expressed the heart wrenching pains from a break up through this song with a beautiful but sad melody. (credits to suejinners for translations) YESTERDAY ONCE MORE:Chakra - 난 너에게 (To You)Genre: PopAlbum: Chakra Vol. 4 (2003) Track 1Watch: MV Live PerformanceComment: Chakra is 4-member girl group with Hwang Bo, Jung Ryu Won, Eun, and Bora. They were very popular in the early 2000s, probably just below the Big Three girl groups at the time (FINKL, SES, Baby Vox). They had a No. 1 song "End" in 2001. "To You" was the title song from their 4th and final album "Tomato", and was also their last hit song. It has an easy listening melody and was one of my favorite songs at that time. Chakra broke up after this album. Jung Ryu Won landed one of the lead roles in the massively popular MBC Drama "My Name Is Kim Sam Soon", and has become a very popular actress now. Hwang Bo also made her comeback as a solo artist and later starred in the variety show "We Got Married", becoming a multi-talented and popular entertainer these days. When you watch the MV and their live performance on this song, it brings back a lot of fond memories. Sources of the chart Air Monitor Chart - 15%MNet Top 100 + Cable Airplay Charts - 15%Various Internet charts (Dosirak, MNet, Melon, Bugs, Monkey3, MusicOn, Cyworld, Soribada) - 15%ChartKorea - 10%Hottracks Weekly Album Sales (2 weeks lag) - 10%SBS Inky Gayo Take 7 + Internet Chart + Music Video Chart - 10%MBC Inky Top 100 Chart - 10%KBS Music Bank K-Chart - 5%MTV Chart - 5%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 , YTN Live Power Music, MTV Non-stop, Pops In Seoul) - 5% View the full article Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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