NCT member Taeyong is making his comeback a year after his solo debut. Taeyong revealed the track list of the Tap album ahead of its release date, which is coming soon.
NCT’s all-rounder Taeyong made his solo debut with the extended play Shalala on June 5, 2023. The first album of Taeyong impressed fans, selling over 503,952 copies and ranking number 2 in the Circle Album Chart.
Taeyong confirms Tap album’s release date and tracklist
NCT Taeyong’s album Tap will be released on February 26, 2024, at 6 p.m. KST/ 4 a.m. ET/ 1 a.m. PT. The title track “Tap” music video will be simultaneously released on SM Entertainment’s YouTube channel.
The tracklist of Tap includes:
- “TAP”
- “Moon Tour”
- “Run Away”
- “APE”
- “Ups & Downs”
- “404 Loading”
Ahead of its release, SM Entertainment has revealed the concept of some of the tracks. As per the label, “Tap” is a unique hip-hop song that combines groovy, modern drums and 808 base tracks with rock and blues-style guitar sounds.”
“Moon Tour” is an alternative R&B melody that combines dreamy synth pads, piano, and string sources in the second half to make the track appealing.
Another song, “Run Away,” will give a taste of the rock genre. The song has a warm guitar riff and drum sound in the first half, which changes as it progresses midway. The lyrics of “Run Away” depict a lover’s honest feelings towards someone who has left. Taeyong has an electrifying charm while embodying any rock genre song, which is instrumental to the song’s charm.
“Ape” is Taeyong’s signature hip-hop song that flaunts his confidence as an artist while also revealing his worries to the listeners.
Another R&B genre song on the album is “Ups & Downs,” where the NCT star reflects on his relationship after it has ended.
The final song of the album, “404 Loading,” is a message of acceptance. The touching lyrics of the song show how the artist is overcoming his loneliness after the end of his journey with someone.
The previews of the songs and a cinematic teaser of Taeyong’s Tap have hooked fans as they wait for the album’s official release.
