퍼플키스(Purple Kiss) 1st English Album [Our Now] 발매
- 퍼플키스(Purple Kiss)가 피워낸 지금 우리의 찬란한 행복!
- 서로가 온전한 진심으로 만나는 순간, 퍼플키스(Purple Kiss)의 'Our Now'
2025년 8월 31일, 국내외 팬들과 진심 어린 소통을 이어온 '퍼플키스(Purple Kiss)'가 영어 첫 앨범 [Our Now]를 선보인다.
이번 앨범 [Our Now]는 지난 7월 발매된 [I Miss My…]의 연장선 위에서, '행복'이라는 주제를 한층 더 깊이 확장한다.
내면을 헤엄치며 찾던 개인의 행복을 넘어, 이제는 서로의 눈을 마주하고 말로 다 표현할 수 없는 감정을 함께 나누는 순간으로 향한다. 어떠한 목적이나 조건이 아닌, 순수한 인격체로서 서로가 진심으로 만나 마음을 건네며 피어나는 행복을 앨범에 담았다. 이제는 눈빛만으로도 감정과 이야기를 나눌 수 있는 지금의 우리를 담아낸 이번 앨범은, 어떠한 상황 속에서도 서로가 서로의 삶의 의미이자 행복이 되어주길 바라는 마음이 깊게 스며 있다.
[Our Now]는 데뷔 이후 처음으로 더블 타이틀을 수록, 다른 분위기의 두 타이틀 곡을 통해 앨범의 완성도를 높였다.
첫 번째 트랙 'Doremi -English Ver.-'는 도레미를 단순한 음계가 아닌, 사랑을 만들어내는 마법의 주문으로 풀어내며 한국어 가사의 번안이 아닌 새로운 내용이 전개된다. 또한 두 번째 트랙 'Want U Back'은 끝내 놓을 수 없는 사랑을 이야기하며, 이끌림을 거부할 수 없는 마음을 노래한다.
퍼플키스(Purple Kiss)는 지난 싱글 2집 앨범과 유사한 형태로 로고 모션을 통해 '행복'에 대한 질문을 던지며 [I Miss My…] 연장선임을 암시했다. 이후 개인의 이야기를 담아낸 첫 번째 티저와 '우리'로서의 순간을 그려낸 두 번째 티저를 차례대로 공개해 기대를 높였고, 마지막으로 공개된 뮤직비디오에서 퍼플키스가 전하고자 하는 행복의 의미를 더욱 선명하게 드러냈다. 티저에서 뮤직비디오까지의 여정을 따라가다 보면, 그들의 이야기를 한층 더 깊이 공감할 수 있을 것이다.
이 외에도 매혹적인 스트링 편곡과 강렬한 808 베이스 트랩 비트가 어우러져 강렬함과 감성의 깊이를 보여주는 'Unhappily Ever After'와 퍼플키스(Purple Kiss)의 다채로운 매력이 돋보이는 기존 타이틀 곡의 번안곡 5곡('Ponzona -English Ver.-', 'Zombie -English Ver.-', 'Memem -English Ver.-', 'Sweet Juice -English Ver.-', '7Heaven -English Ver.-')까지 총 8곡이 수록되었다.
I Miss My… Our Now
[Track List]
01. Doremi -English Ver.-
Lyrics By Sean Kimm
Composed By Nadaniel, Enthos, Sean Kimm
Arranged By Nadaniel
More Than A Simple Scale, Doremi Is A Spell That Gently Enchants, Conjuring Love Out Of Thin Air.
Its Familiar Echo Drifts Softly, Like A Secret Code That Stirs Slumbering Emotions And Opens Hidden Doors Of The Heart.
The Title Track "Doremi" Traces A Dreamlike Beautiful Journey Where Love Is Born Through Music And Slowly Weaves An Invisible Thread Between Souls.
Purple Kiss's Delicate, Ethereal Vocals Flow Like A Whisper, Awakening Tender Feelings As If Carried On A Breeze.
Within The Endless Repetition Of Doremi, Love Deepens; Light As Air And Pure As A Dream, Until It Melts Into A Single, Harmonious Melody.
02. Want U Back
Lyrics By Zae(Mumw)
Composed By Lee Hu Sang(Rbw), Chaein, Kim Young Been
Arranged By Lee Hu Sang(Rbw), Kim Young Been
A Love You Can't Let Go, No Matter How Hard You Try To End It. Even When Doubt Lingers, The Heart Still Yearns. You Know Love Brings Pain, But Like An Addiction, You Can't Help But Fall Back Into Its Sweet Embrace.
The Soft Electric Guitar Riff, Accompanied By A Whistling Theme And A Bluesy Slide Guitar, Paints The Emotion Of Longing In An Abstract Yet Vivid Way. The Gentle Flow Of The Melody, Like A Quiet Sigh, Stirs The Listener's Soul And Evokes Memories, Pulling You Back To Moments They Thought You'd Forgotten.
"I Still Want You To Come Back To Me Again."
Let The Music Take You On A Journey Through Love, Loss, And Everything In Between.
03. Unhappily Ever After
Lyrics By Zae(Mumw)
Composed By Lee Hu Sang(Rbw), Chaein, Gomak, D9
Arranged By Gomak, D9
Step Into A World Where Love Has Been Shattered By Betrayal And Sorrow Turns To Fury. This Track Beautifully Encapsulates The Journey From Once-Warm Emotions To A Cold, Heart-Wrenching Reality. What Was Once A Fairytale Has Unraveled, And The Excitement Of Love Has Transformed Into Painful Memories. The Artist's Heartfelt Expression Of Wishing For The One Who Caused This Pain To Feel The Same Speaks To Anyone Who Has Experienced The Ache Of Lost Trust.
With A Captivating String Arrangement And A Strong 808 Bass Trap Beat, This Song Effortlessly Builds An Intense Atmosphere, Showcasing Purple Kiss's Signature Strength And Emotional Depth.
"They Lived Unhappily Ever After."
A Song That Resonates Deeply; Prepare To Be Moved And Let The Music Tell Your Story.
04. Ponzona -English Ver.-
Lyrics By Kang Ji Won, Na Go Eun, Yuki, Swan
Composed By Kang Ji Won, Na Go Eun, Swan
Arranged By Kang Ji Won
English Lyrics By Esna
Purple Kiss Has Captivated The World With Their Unique Charm.
Ponzona, The Spanish Word For "Poison," / The Song Also Signifies Their Intention To Become An Inescapable Presence Like A Poison Spreads.
The Lyric "Purple On The Top" Vividly Portrays Purple Kiss Proudly Rising To The Top After A Fierce Battle, Offering A Symbolic Vision Of A World Glowing In Their Signature Shade Of Purple.
Having Endured A Long Period Of Hardship, Purple Kiss Now Steps Into A New World, And Their Strong Ambitions Through 'Ponzona' Will Echo Far And Wide With Powerful Resonance.
05. Zombie -English Ver.-
Lyrics By Kim Do Hoon(Rbw), Kang Ji Won, Basick, Giuk(Onewe), Yuki
Composed By Kim Do Hoon(Rbw), Kang Ji Won
Arranged By Kim Do Hoon(Rbw), Kang Ji Won
English Lyrics By Esna
This Song Playfully Compares The Push-And-Pull Dynamic Of Liking Someone To A Game Of Tag Between Zombies.
Purple Kiss Portrays Themselves As Charming, Bouncy Zombies, Symbolizing An Irresistible Allure Like A Zombie's Bite That You Just Can't Escape.
With Its Addictive Hook And Witty, Humorous Lyrics, The Track Brings A Burst Of Fresh Energy And Delivers A Sense Of Freedom Unlike Anything Before.
Wandering Aimlessly, Purple Kiss Turns Into Zombies The Moment They Catch Your Scent.
On This Hot Night, Get Ready For A Thrilling Game Of Tag With Zombie-Turned Purple Kiss!
06. Memem -English Ver.-
Lyrics By Kim Do Hoon(Rbw), Kang Ji Won, Seo Yong Bae(Rbw), Lee Hu Sang(Rbw), Yuki
Composed By Kim Do Hoon(Rbw), Kang Ji Won, Seo Yong Bae(Rbw), Lee Hu Sang(Rbw)
Arranged By Lee Hu Sang(Rbw)
English Lyrics By Esna, Lee Joo Hee(Mumw)
"Why Follow The Crowd? There's No Thrill In Doing What Everyone Else Does. I Choose My Path And Soon, I'Ll Be In Your Head Too."
"Memem" Is A Genre-Bending Track Rooted In Hard-Hitting Trap, Built On A Fierce Foundation Of Drums And Bass. With Sudden Shifts In Tempo And Style Like Flipping Through Vivid Scenes In A Dream, The Song Offers A Fresh And Unpredictable Experience That Keeps You On Edge.
The Hypnotic Repetition Of "Memem Memem Memem" Echoes In Your Mind, Capturing You In Its Spell. Once You Hear It, There's No Escape From The Allure Of Purple Kiss.
07. Sweet Juice -English Ver.-
Lyrics By Dr.Jo(153/Joombas), Yuki, Na Go Eun
Composed By Alina Smith(153/Joombas), Annalise Morelli(153/Joombas), Elsa Curran
Arranged By Lyre
English Lyrics By Esna, Se.On(Mumw), Lee Joo Hee(Mumw)
Trapped Under The World's Gaze, We Became The Witches They Imagined.
Invisible Threads Like Spiderwebs Had Bound Us For Far Too Long.
"Sweet Juice" Depicts A Moment Of Liberation, Of Breaking The Chains Of Oppression And Dancing Freely With You As Your True Self, Burning It All Away.
This Message Unfolds Through A Groovy, Dreamlike Track Infused With The Unmistakable Identity Of Purple Kiss, Enriched By Sharp, Playful Pluck Sounds That Leave A Lasting Impression.
08. 7Heaven -English Ver.-
Lyrics By Mospick, Cocodubupapa
Composed By Mospick, Cocodubupapa, Boran
Arranged By Mospick, Cocodubupapa
English Lyrics By Esna
The World, Bathed In Moonlight, Sparkles Endlessly And Feels Even More Beautiful Because I'm With You.
Swimming Through Galaxies Felt Like Magic, And That Magic Only Existed Because Of You. Beneath The Endless Sky, Brilliant Starlight Rained Down On Us.
"7Heaven" Is A Pop-Dance Track Rooted In Funky Guitar Riffs And Groovy Basslines.
With An Irresistibly Catchy Chorus And Rich, Layered Sound, Purple Kiss's Rhythmic Vocals Bring The Song To Life, Creating A Perky And Stirring Atmosphere That's Impossible To Resist.
May Every Moment With You, Everyday Shine Like An Endless Festival.
[Credit]
Executive Producer Rbw Inc. (Kim Jin Woo, Kim Do Hoon)
Supervisor Kim Jung Hoon, Kim Guk Jin, Shin Su Jin
Music Produced And Director Kim Do Hoon, Davve, Kang Ji Won
Artist Production Hq Song Jun Ho
Project Director Hong In Hae
Project Artist Production Hong In Hae, Lee Ga Eun, Park Eun Jin(Fc Support), Kwon Ji Hyun(Video Support)
Director Of A&R Shane Lee
A&R Park Ji Young, Yang Jeong Tae, Jo Eun Ju, Shin Ha Bin, Lee Woo Bin, Kim Min Kyoung
Director Of Management Lee Heon Min, Jeon Su Jin
Artist Management Kim Hyo Jun, Ryu Seung Woo, Jeon Se Young, Lee Woo Hyun, Choi Jae Won, Chae Je Seong, Bae Jae Wu, Gwun Sang Woo
Artwork & Design Han Min Jeong @ Bizent
Music Video Director Lee Ki Suk, Kim Do Yun, Song Da Seul, Kim Su Bin @ Team_Layerz
Photographer Kim Tae Koo @ Lad Studio
Assistant To Photographer Lee Hyun Jin, Lee Eun Seo @ Lad Studio
Stylist Kim Kyu Ri @ Rbw
Hair Lime, Sein
Make Up Jiyeonju, Minje
English Lyrics By Esna, Se.On(Mumw), Lee Joo Hee(Mumw)
Song Introduction English Edited By Tara Graves
Guitar Kim Do Hoon, Cocodubupapa, Kim Young Been
Bass Choi Hoon, Kang Ji Won, Lee Hu Sang, D9, Alina Smith, Mospick
Piano Kang Ji Won, Lee Hu Sang, Gomak
Keyboard Mospick
Synthesizer Kang Ji Won, Lee Hu Sang, Gomak, Mospick, Cocodubupapa
String Arrangement Alina Smith
String Gomak
Drum Alina Smith
Drum Programing Kim Do Hoon, Kang Ji Won, Lee Hu Sang, Kim Young Been, Mospick, Cocodubupapa
Programming Alina Smith
Chorus Na Go Eun, Chaein, Swan, Purple Kiss, Boran
Vocal Director Davve(Rbw), Yoo Joo Yi(Rbw)
Recorded By Jo Eun Ju, Lee Woo Bin, Kim Min Kyoung, Cocodubupapa @ Rbw Studio
Edited By Davve, Jo Eun Ju, Lee Woo Bin @ Rbw Studio
Mixed By Jo Eun Ju @ Rbw Studio, Uncle Jo(Asst. Kang Dong Ho) @ Joelab, Shin Jae Bin @ Cube Studio
Mastered By Kwon Nam Woo @ 821 Sound Mastering
Artist Production Hq Song Jun Ho
Artist Production 1 Lee So Hyun, Hong Da Eun, Choi Suh Eun, Park So Yeong, Kim Ji Ye(Video Support), Lee Ji Woo(Fc Support)
Artist Production 2 Hwang Jeong Mi, Lee Seo Jin, Kim Hee Seon(Video Support), Jang Da Min(Fc Support)
Artist Production 3 Hwang Ji Hye, Jun Yo Seon, Kim Jeong Hae(Fc Support), Lee Yoon Ji(Video Support)
Artist Production 4 Hong In Hae, Lee Ga Eun, Kwon Ji Hyun(Video Support)
Artist Production 5 Jang Jin Hee, Kim Dong Uk
Style Planning Han Young Jin, Myung Sun Mi, Oh Su Haeng, Kim Kyu Ri, Lee Da Young, Kim Ye Ri Na, Cho Kyeong Min, Min So Hyun @ Rbw
Md Business Kwon Jayern, Kim Kyung Min, Han Min Jeong, Cho A Ra, Han Dong Hee, Jo Go Un, Lee Yu Jin @ Bizent
Director Of A&R Shane Lee
A&R Park Ji Young, Jo Eun Ju, Shin Ha Bin, Lee Woo Bin, Yang Jeong Tae, Kim Min Kyoung
Director Of Management Lee Heon Min, Jeon Su Jin
Artist Management Kim Hyo Jun, Ryu Seung Woo, Jeon Se Young, Lee Woo Hyun, Choi Jae Won, Chae Je Seong, Bae Jae Wu, Gwun Sang Woo
Management Support Hq 1 Shin Soo Jin
Artist Development Kim Hyoung Kyu, Kim Hun Hee, Kwak Hyun Ji, Nam Hee Min
Finance & Accounting Jung Jin Ho, Lee Soo Min, Kang Min Jeong, Lim A Hyeon, Kim Ji Won, Kim So Ryang
Management Support Hq 2 Song Jun Ho
Planning Office Song Dong Hoon, Ha Jung Min
Ip Business Park Jung Chan, Shin Hee Chang
Human Resources Department Kim Hyo Sun, Kim Sang Youn, Lee Seon, Woo Seong Ho
Educational Content Business Ok Jeong Yong, Yun Young Jun, Kim Hyun, Namgung Jin, Jeong Hong Rim, Kim Ye Dam, Noh Hye Ji
Rbw Japan Branch Wang Jae Woong, Shimomura Seiji, Yu Jun, Kim Woo Suk, Nakata Shoko, Komuro Haruka, Yonezu Yurika, Hayashida Nanako, Kato Momoka, Lee Jiho
Business Division Ham Seung Chul, Park Tae Woong
Over The Rainbow Sim Ga Hye, Yeo In Young, Shin Min Joo, Han Soo Won, Park Sang Wook
Public Relations Jung Won Jung, Park Bo Ra, Jeong Yeo Jin, Noh Hye Jin @ Contents X