BLACKPINK - [BORN PINK] 2nd Album Box Set GRAY Version

BLACKPINK - [BORN PINK] 2nd Album Box Set GRAY Version

Release Date: September 16, 2022

Contents (per version):

• 1 CD
• 1 Photo Book (80 pages)
• 1 Envelope
• 1 Accordion Lyrics Paper
• 1 Large Photo Card (random out of 4 types)
• 1 Postcard (random out of 4 types)
• 2 Instant Films (random out of 8 types)
• 1 Selfie Photo Card (random out of 8 types)

 

Depending on versions, contents (cover, photo book, mini book, photo cards, posters, etc.) in the official album package may vary.

 

All products are officially distributed BRAND NEW and FACTORY SEALED packages.

Your purchase quantity will count towards HANTEO, CIRCLE (GAON) and BILLBOARD Charts.

 

Track List

DISK(CD) 1.
01. Pink Venom
02. Shut Down
03. Typa Girl
04. Yeah Yeah Yeah
05. Hard to Love
06. The Happiest Girl
07. Tally
08. Ready For Love

 

Description (Translated):

BLACKPINK 2nd ALBUM [BORN PINK] BOX SET ver.

The world's top girl group, BLACKPINK, released their 2nd regular album [BORN PINK]. BLACKPINK, who addicted listeners around the world with the pre-released song 'Pink Venom' last August, is expected to enchant the world once again with their second full-length album [BORN PINK].

[BORN PINK] is the album name that reveals the confidence of BLACKPINK, which has a unique presence since birth, and contains 8 unique tracks containing the intense sound of BLACKPINK, including the title song 'Shut Down'.

From pre-release songs to regular albums and world tours. Attention is focusing on what new records BLACKPINK will set through large-scale projects.

BLACKPINK 2nd ALBUM [BORN PINK] (BOX SET ver.) comes with a different PINK ver., BLACK ver. , GRAY ver. It is released in three versions.

* BLACKPINK 2nd ALBUM [BORN PINK] (BOX SET ver.) is made of PLA, a biodegradable material for FSC-certified paper, low-carbon eco-friendly paper, soybean oil ink, environmental protection coating, and packaging vinyl for environmental protection.


[Introduction of BORN PINK songs]

1. Pink Venom
Lyricist: TEDDY, Danny Chung
Composer: TEDDY, 24, R.Tee, IDO
Arranged by 24, R.Tee, IDO

'Pink Venom' is a hip-hop genre song that stands out with BLACKPINK's unique strong charisma. The sound of Korean traditional instruments blended with the intense beat immediately catches the ear from the intro, and the sharp rapping and deadly vocals that are developed powerfully on top of it maximize the charm of each member of BLACKPINK. In the minimal beat drop part that follows, the addictive melody of 'Pink Venom' pierces the heart. This immediately expands the emotional line of the song and leads the listener to the musical climax, providing a sense of ecstasy. The dark yet beautiful contrasting images of 'Pink' and 'Venom' are fascinating. In addition, the lyrics of the content of subduing the other party in a relaxed and easy way are in line with Blackpink's unique identity, conveying a clear message. 'Pink Venom' provides more than just auditory pleasure to music fans around the world who have been waiting for Blackpink.

'Pink Venom' is a hip-hop song that accentuates BLACKPINK's powerful charisma. The intro of the song contains powerful beats and Korean traditional instruments that harmonize effortlessly. The sharp rapping and fatal vocal lines that appear on top of everything maximize each of the BLACKPINK member's characteristics. During the minimal beat drop, the addictive melody of 'Pink Venom' will dig into your heart. This immediately expands the song's emotion line and leads the listeners to a musical climax. 'Pink' and 'Venom', the contrasting image of dark yet beautiful, is alluring. The lyrics sends a very clear message about suppressing the opponent with ease, which aligns with BLACKPINK's identity. 'Pink Venom' offers more than just pleasant musical experience to fans all over the world who have been waiting for BLACKPINK.

2. Shut Down
Lyricist: TEDDY, Danny Chung, Vince
Composer: TEDDY, 24
Arrangements: 24

In 2022 they return. The title song of BLACKPINK's second regular album, “Shut Down,” will open a new horizon for the charisma that BLACKPINK has consistently shown. It is a song that doubles the dark and mysterious atmosphere of the original song by sensibly sampling “La Campanella,” the classic number of “Paganini,” and the harmony of classic and trendy hip-hop beats is impressive. The addictive melody and witty lyrics that are sensibly combined give listeners a "Shut Down" vibe.

They have finally returned in 2022. BLACKPINK will break new ground with their 2nd album's title track “Shut Down”. The song is a sampling of Paganini's “La campanella,” through which it maximizes the dark and mysterious aura the original song embodies. The harmony of classical and trendy hip-hop beats leaves a memorable impression, and the addictive melody and witty lyrics come together to offer listeners the kind of excitement only “Shut Down” can.

3. Typa Girl
Lyricist: Bekuh BOOM
Composer: Bekuh BOOM, Dominsuk
Arranged by Dominsuk

“Typa Girl” is a pop/hip hop genre song with an impressive composition of drop parts that contrasts with the introduction of organ arrangements with distinctive textures. The stimulating and addictive brass tone of the chorus gives it a special flavor. The modern arrangement that harmonizes with the lyrics full of confidence that many people want to be the “type” you are yourself is attractive, and the specialness that presents the possibility of new music stands out.

“Typa Girl” is a pop/hip-hop song with a unique texture of organ arrangement in the beginning contrasting impressively with the drop bit. The brass tone of the chorus is both stimulating and addictive, and will offer a special flavor to the song. The lyrics confidently speak about being everybody's “Type,” which come together quite nicely with the modern arrangement. The song highlights the potential of a different type of music.

4. Yeah Yeah Yeah
Lyricists: VVN, KUSH, Jisoo, Rose
Composers: KUSH, R.Tee, VVN, IDO
Arranged by R.Tee, KUSH, IDO

“Yeah Yeah Yeah” is an arrangement using a retro synthesizer, and is a pop genre song with a sophisticated harmony of 80s music-oriented composition. The lyrics that reveal the complex feelings of excitement and confusion about the situation of falling for an unexpected object, romantic yet sensual chord progression, and fresh melody points are impressive. The unexpectedness provided by the drop section and outro section, which are sufficient to delight the listener's ears, is a special charm point of the song.

“Yeah Yeah Yeah” is a pop song that utilizes the arrangement of retro synthesizer, while its composition has an inclination for 80s music. The lyrics are about the confused yet giddy feeling you get when you fall for someone completely unexpected, and the romantic yet sensible code composition and fresh melodies are quite memorable as well. The surprising drop bit and the outro will be sufficient enough to offer the listeners a pleasant musical experience.

5. Hard to Love
Lyricists: Freddy Wexler, Bianca “Blush” Atterberry, Max Wolfgang, TEDDY
Composed by Freddy Wexler, TEDDY, Bianca “Blush” Atterberry, Max Wolfgang, 24, R.Tee
Arranged by 24, R.Tee

It is a pop/disco genre song with an impressive beat in the drop section that contrasts with the introduction of the vintage EP. The refreshing guitar tone that naturally connects the bridge with the disco rhythm of the verse section is the point, and the lead source that harmonizes with the exciting rhythm doubles the pleasure of listening. We know that he is a difficult person to love or trust, but despite this, the honest heart of wanting to be loved and the lyrics that melt complex feelings in it stimulate sympathy from many people. It is expected that BLACKPINK will receive a lot of love as it contains its unique sorrowful sensibility.

“Hard to Love” is a pop/disco song with its intro unfolding to a vintage EP, which contrasts with the powerful beat of the drop bit. The refreshing guitar tone will naturally connect the disco rhythm of the verse with the bridge. The harmony of the fun rhythm and the lead source will maximize the excitement of the listening experience. The lyrics will sympathize with many people by talking about the honest yet complex feeling of wanting to be loved by someone who is both hard to love and trust. The song is packed with BLACKPINK's rich emotions and is expected to touch the hearts of many.

6. The Happiest Girl
Lyricists: Teddy Sinclair, Willy Sinclair, Paro
Composed by Teddy Sinclair, Willy Sinclair, Paro, 24
Arranged by 24, Nohc

It is a ballad composed of lyrical chord progressions, and is a comforting song that is warmly embraced by grand piano performance. In addition to the mournful melodic composition and the contradicting title, the lyrics are impressive with a firm will to achieve happiness even in the midst of missing someone. The development of chords with classical elements gives a fresh feeling without departing from the frame of popular music.

“The Happiest Girl” is a ballad song with a lyrical code composition and a grand piano rendition that will warm the hearts of many people. The emotion-packed composition of the melody contrasts with the title of the song. The lyrics are quite memorable as the words speak about the strong will to win happiness even in a situation of missing someone. The song doesn't step too far from the genre of popular music, but the classical element of the code composition leaves quite an impression.

7. Tally
Lyricists: Nat Dunn, David Phelan, Alex Oriet, Brian Lee, Soraya LaPread
Composed by Nat Dunn, David Phelan, Alex Oriet, Brian Lee, Soraya LaPread, 24
Arrangements: 24

“Tally”, with its crunchy guitar tone at the beginning, is a pop song that contains both hip-hop and rock elements. It conveys a positive message to the listeners with lyrics that deal with the importance and beauty of silently accomplishing what one wants to do in a casual yet calm manner. The song's unique free yet chic mood is perfect to decorate the end of [BORN PINK], and it gives a deep lingering feeling of 'BLACKPINK'.

“Tally” is a pop song with both hip-hop and rock elements, and the crispy guitar tone of the intro is quite memorable. The lyrics send a positive message by discussing the importance and beauty of steadily accomplishing one's goals in life. The song embodies a free yet chic mood which is perfect for leaving [BORN PINK] on a high note, and offers a deep lingering that is 'BLACKPINK.'

8. Ready For Love
Lyricist: TEDDY, VVN
Composed by TEDDY, VVN, 24, KUSH, Bekuh BOOM
Arrangements: 24

It is an impressive pop song with a cool drop in the chorus that breaks the static flow of lyrical chord progression and spacious piano tone. The strong arrangement of the chorus contrasting with the flexible singing of the members flowing over the minimal arrangement of the verse is also the point. The attitude of not giving up for the one you love and the lyrics that are flexible, beautiful, and strong are attractive.

“Ready For Love” is a pop song with a lyrical code composition and piano tone with a grand sense of space. The refreshing drop of the chorus is quite memorable as it breaks the static flow of the song. The members' flexible vocals that flow naturally over the minimal arrangement make a nice contrast with the powerful arrangement of the chorus. The lyrics talk about never giving up for someone you love and having a firm yet easygoing and beautiful mindset.

 

Description (Original):

BLACKPINK 2nd ALBUM [BORN PINK] BOX SET ver.

세계 최정상 걸그룹 BLACKPINK가 두 번째 정규 앨범 [BORN PINK]를 발표했다. 지난 8월 선공개곡 'Pink Venom'으로 전세계 리스너들을 중독시킨 BLACKPINK가 두 번째 정규앨범 [BORN PINK]로 또 한 번 전 세계를 매혹시킬 전망이다.

[BORN PINK]는 태생부터 남다른 존재감을 지닌 BLACKPINK의 자신감을 드러내는 앨범명으로, 타이틀곡 'Shut Down'을 비롯한 BLACKPINK만의 강렬한 사운드를 담은 독보적인 트랙 8곡이 수록됐다.

선공개곡부터 정규앨범과 월드투어까지. 대규모 프로젝트를 통해 블랙핑크가 어떠한 신기록을 써내려갈지 주목된다.

BLACKPINK 2nd ALBUM [BORN PINK] (BOX SET ver.)은 패키지박스, 포토북과 아코디언 가사지, 특전 봉투 내 랜덤 대형 포토카드, 랜덤 엽서, 랜덤 셀피 포토카드 등 이미지가 다른 PINK ver., BLACK ver., GRAY ver. 총 3가지 버전으로 발매된다.

* BLACKPINK 2nd ALBUM [BORN PINK] (BOX SET ver.)은 환경보호를 위하여 FSC 인증을 받은 용지와 저탄소 친환경 용지 및 콩기름 잉크, 환경보호 코팅, 포장비닐은 생분해가 가능한 소재인 PLA로 제작되었습니다.


[BORN PINK 곡 소개]

1. Pink Venom
작사: TEDDY, Danny Chung
작곡: TEDDY, 24, R.Tee, IDO
편곡: 24, R.Tee, IDO

'Pink Venom'은 블랙핑크 특유의 강인한 카리스마가 돋보이는 힙합 장르의 곡이다. 강렬한 비트와 어우러진 한국 전통 악기 사운드가 인트로부터 단박에 귀를 사로잡으며, 그 위에 힘 있게 전개되는 날렵한 래핑과 치명적인 보컬은 블랙핑크 4인 멤버 각각의 매력을 극대화한다. 뒤이어 등장하는 미니멀한 비트 드롭 파트에서 'Pink Venom'이 품은 중독성 있는 멜로디가 심장을 파고든다. 이는 곡이 지닌 감정선을 즉각 확장시키고 리스너를 음악적 절정으로 이끌어 황홀감을 선사한다. 'Pink'와 'Venom'이라는, 어두우면서도 아름다운 대조적 심상이 매혹적이다. 또한 상대방을 여유롭고 손쉽게 제압하는 내용의 가사는 블랙핑크 고유의 정체성과도 맞닿아 있어 뚜렷한 메시지를 전한다. 'Pink Venom'은 블랙핑크를 손꼽아 기다려온 전 세계 음악팬들에게 청각적 쾌감 그 이상을 선사한다.

'Pink Venom' is a hip-hop song that accentuates BLACKPINK's powerful charisma. The intro of the song contains powerful beats and Korean traditional instruments that harmonize effortlessly. The sharp rapping and fatal vocal lines that appear on top of everything maximize each of the BLACKPINK member's characteristics. During the minimal beat drop, the addictive melody of 'Pink Venom' will dig into your heart. This immediately expands the song's emotion line and leads the listeners to a musical climax. 'Pink' and 'Venom', the contrasting image of dark yet beautiful, is alluring. The lyrics sends a very clear message about suppressing the opponent with ease, which aligns with BLACKPINK's identity. 'Pink Venom' offers more than just pleasant musical experience to fans all over the world who have been waiting for BLACKPINK.

2. Shut Down
작사: TEDDY, Danny Chung, Vince
작곡: TEDDY, 24
편곡: 24

2022년 그들이 돌아왔다. BLACKPINK의 두 번째 정규앨범 타이틀곡 “Shut Down”은 그동안 블랙핑크가 꾸준히 선보여온 카리스마에 새로운 지평을 열게 될 것이다. “파가니니”의 클래식 넘버 “라 캄파넬라”를 감각적으로 샘플링하여 원곡이 지니는 어둡고 신비로운 분위기를 배가시킨 곡으로, 클래식과 트렌디한 힙합 비트의 조화가 인상적이다. 중독성 넘치는 멜로디와 센스있게 풀어낸 위트 가득 노랫말이 어우러져 리스너들에게 "Shut Down"표 흥을 선사한다.

They have finally returned in 2022. BLACKPINK will break new ground with their 2nd album's title track “Shut Down”. The song is a sampling of Paganini's “La campanella,” through which it maximizes the dark and mysterious aura the original song embodies. The harmony of classical and trendy hip-hop beats leaves a memorable impression, and the addictive melody and witty lyrics come together to offer listeners the kind of excitement only “Shut Down” can.

3. Typa Girl
작사: Bekuh BOOM
작곡: Bekuh BOOM, Dominsuk
편곡: Dominsuk

특색 있는 질감으로 이뤄진 오르간 편곡의 도입과 대조를 이루는 드랍 파트의 구성이 인상적으로 다가오는 “Typa Girl”은 팝/힙합 장르의 곡이다. 자극적이면서 중독적인 후렴구의 브라스 톤이 특별한 풍미를 선사한다. 많은 사람들이 원하는 “Type”이 바로 본인이라는 자신감 넘치는 내용을 담은 가사와 어우러지는 모던한 편곡이 매력적이며, 새로운 음악에 대한 가능성을 제시하는 특별함이 돋보인다.

“Typa Girl” is a pop/hip-hop song with a unique texture of organ arrangement in the beginning contrasting impressively with the drop bit. The brass tone of the chorus is both stimulating and addictive, and will offer a special flavor to the song. The lyrics confidently speak about being everybody's “Type,” which come together quite nicely with the modern arrangement. The song highlights the potential of a different type of music.

4. Yeah Yeah Yeah
작사: VVN, KUSH, Jisoo, Rose
작곡: KUSH, R.Tee, VVN, IDO
편곡: R.Tee, KUSH, IDO

“Yeah Yeah Yeah”는 레트로한 신디사이저를 이용한 편곡으로, 80년대 음악을 지향하는 구성이 세련된 조화를 이루는 팝 장르의 곡이다. 예기치 못한 대상에게 빠져버린 상황에 대한 설렘과 혼란스러운 감정이 복합적으로 잘 드러나는 가사, 로맨틱하면서도 감각적인 코드 진행과 신선한 멜로디 포인트가 인상적이다. 듣는 이의 귀를 즐겁게 하기에 부족함 없는 드랍 구간과 아웃트로 구간이 선사하는 의외성은 곡의 특별한 매력 포인트다.

“Yeah Yeah Yeah” is a pop song that utilizes the arrangement of retro synthesizer, while its composition has an inclination for 80s music. The lyrics are about the confused yet giddy feeling you get when you fall for someone completely unexpected, and the romantic yet sensible code composition and fresh melodies are quite memorable as well. The surprising drop bit and the outro will be sufficient enough to offer the listeners a pleasant musical experience.

5. Hard to Love
작사: Freddy Wexler, Bianca “Blush” Atterberry, Max Wolfgang, TEDDY
작곡: Freddy Wexler, TEDDY, Bianca “Blush” Atterberry, Max Wolfgang, 24, R.Tee
편곡: 24, R.Tee

빈티지 EP로 전개되는 도입부와 대조를 이루는 드랍 구간의 강렬한 비트가 인상적인 팝/디스코 장르의 곡이다. 벌스 구간의 디스코 리듬과 브릿지를 자연스럽게 연결시켜주는 청량한 기타톤이 포인트로, 흥겨운 리듬과 조화를 이루는 리드 소스가 듣는 즐거움을 배가시킨다. 사랑하기도, 믿기도 어려운 사람인 것을 잘 알고 있지만 그럼에도 사랑받고 싶은 솔직한 마음과 그 속에 복합적인 심경을 녹여낸 가사가 많은 이들의 공감을 자극한다. BLACKPINK 특유의 애절한 감성이 고스란히 담겨 많은 사랑을 받을 것으로 기대된다.

“Hard to Love” is a pop/disco song with its intro unfolding to a vintage EP, which contrasts with the powerful beat of the drop bit. The refreshing guitar tone will naturally connect the disco rhythm of the verse with the bridge. The harmony of the fun rhythm and the lead source will maximize the excitement of the listening experience. The lyrics will sympathize with many people by talking about the honest yet complex feeling of wanting to be loved by someone who is both hard to love and trust. The song is packed with BLACKPINK's rich emotions and is expected to touch the hearts of many.

6. The Happiest Girl
작사: Teddy Sinclair, Willy Sinclair, Paro
작곡: Teddy Sinclair, Willy Sinclair, Paro, 24
편곡: 24, Nohc

서정적인 코드 진행으로 구성된 발라드로, 그랜드 피아노 연주가 포근하게 감싸주는 위로곡이다. 애절한 멜로디 구성과 상반되는 타이틀과 더불어 누군가를 그리워하는 상황 속에서도 반드시 행복을 쟁취하겠다는 굳은 의지가 담긴 가사가 인상적이다. 대중 음악의 틀을 크게 벗어나지 않으면서도, 클래식한 요소를 지니는 코드 전개가 신선한 느낌을 안겨준다.

“The Happiest Girl” is a ballad song with a lyrical code composition and a grand piano rendition that will warm the hearts of many people. The emotion-packed composition of the melody contrasts with the title of the song. The lyrics are quite memorable as the words speak about the strong will to win happiness even in a situation of missing someone. The song doesn't step too far from the genre of popular music, but the classical element of the code composition leaves quite an impression.

7. Tally
작사: Nat Dunn, David Phelan, Alex Oriet, Brian Lee, Soraya LaPread
작곡: Nat Dunn, David Phelan, Alex Oriet, Brian Lee, Soraya LaPread, 24
편곡: 24

도입부의 크런치한 기타톤이 인상적인 “Tally”는 힙합과 락 요소를 모두 내재하는 팝이다. 캐주얼하면서도 무던하게 자신이 하고자 하는 일을 묵묵히 이뤄 나가는 것에 대한 중요성과 아름다움을 다루는 가사로 리스너들에게 긍정적 메시지를 전한다. 곡 특유의 자유로우면서도 시크한 무드는 [BORN PINK]의 마지막을 장식하기에 더할 나위 없이 완벽하며, 'BLACKPINK'라는 깊은 여운을 선사한다.

“Tally” is a pop song with both hip-hop and rock elements, and the crispy guitar tone of the intro is quite memorable. The lyrics send a positive message by discussing the importance and beauty of steadily accomplishing one's goals in life. The song embodies a free yet chic mood which is perfect for leaving [BORN PINK] on a high note, and offers a deep lingering that is 'BLACKPINK.'

8. Ready For Love
작사: TEDDY, VVN
작곡: TEDDY, VVN, 24, KUSH, Bekuh BOOM
편곡: 24

서정적인 코드진행과 공간감 넘치는 피아노톤의 정적인 흐름을 깨고 전개되는 후렴구의 시원한 드랍이 인상적인 Pop 곡이다. 벌스의 미니멀한 편곡 구성 위로 흐르는 멤버들의 유연한 가창과 이에 대조되는 후렴구의 강렬한 편곡이 포인트이기도 하다. 사랑하는 대상을 위해 포기하지 않는 자세와 유연하고 아름다우면서도 견고한 마음을 담은 가사가 매력적이다.

“Ready For Love” is a pop song with a lyrical code composition and piano tone with a grand sense of space. The refreshing drop of the chorus is quite memorable as it breaks the static flow of the song. The members' flexible vocals that flow naturally over the minimal arrangement make a nice contrast with the powerful arrangement of the chorus. The lyrics talk about never giving up for someone you love and having a firm yet easygoing and beautiful mindset.