B-Sides: NCT 127’s Neo Zone Favorites
It’s been a month since NCT 127 released their second studio album, NCT #127 Neo Zone. No doubt, the album served as one of the best works from the group. Despite its capacity of staying on top of our playlists for a long time, the album has not received the attention it deserved. In order to give an appreciation to the beautiful release, we suggested a few of our favorite B-sides from the album to tune in during these quarantine days.
“Day Dream”
As the title of the song suggests, “Day Dream” is a dreamy track with pleasing vocals. With a brief, breezy instrumental introduction, Jaehyun and Haechan get to start their verses in the most charismatic way to delight the listeners. “Loving you feels like I am dreaming,” sings the chorus, expressing the surreal pleasure of loving a beloved. The expressive lyrics are complimented with an influence of rock beats that keep the song catchy and rhythmic during the listen. Adding up to the vocal line’s excellence in the song, the piece also emphasizes on members Jungwoo and Yuta who get to share more lines compared to their previous works. Jaehyun, being the dolphin of the group, also gets to shine along with Taeil and Doyoung, reaching to the highest notes for the climax. To put it in simple words, the song appears simple and neat, unraveling the sweet and powerful capabilities of the act.
“MAD DOG”
“MAD DOG” is one song that brings out the group’s dark yin spirits along with “Sit Down” in the album. The song is a product from a whole new lineup involving both the influential vocalist and rapper duo: Taeil, Taeyong, Doyoung, and Mark. The blasting EDM music and roaring rap verses keep the song beastly when the vocalists’ gentle lines play peek-a-boo in our headphones. “I am the real Mad Dog,” exclaim the members as the song fiercely daunts the haters and accusers. At times, all we need is a boasting track that can hype us up with confidence and confess, “If you touch me, I’ll explode, I’m the real MAD DOG.” To such occasions, “MAD DOG” serves it right.
“Love Me Now”
“Love Me Now” is a bright and up-beat song that can cheer us up during the listen. Contrast to the cheerful tune of the song, the lyrics sing about missing a loved one and reminiscing their old times together. The lines continue to express the feeling of wanting the lover back as the chorus repeatedly sings, “I want you to love me now.” Along with the catchy chorus, the pre-chorus also scores huge as the singers Taeil, Yuta, Doyoung, and Jaehyun pair up to deliver the moving lyrics. The song sounds like a perfect OST to a romance drama, giving a gateway to our imaginations.
“White Night”
“White Night” is a melancholic ballad in the playlist. With gentle keyboard notes, the members mellow the pain of loneliness during a break-up. With regard to the title of the song meaning sleepless night, the lyrics sing about the protagonist’s disturbed nights thinking about his ex-lover. Along with the soothing vocal line, the rappers also contribute snippets of their raps to blend with the mood. The song has a beautiful and sentimental pre-chorus once again bestowed by Taeil, Haechan, and Yuta. On the whole, the melody featuring the honeyed vocals of the members serves as a perfect tearjerker in our playlist.
“Dreams Come True”
The pre-released track “Dreams Come True” was one of the more anticipated tracks from the group. The song was released prior as a gift to NCTzens on #NCT127Day. Being the last track in the album, the song sets a bright mood to express the group’s gratitude to their fans. The song also cheers up the fans with a sweet chorus singing, “All your dreams come true, Make yourself brand new; Believe me, dreams come true; Life is beautiful.” “Don’t get scared before you try. Don’t blame yourself for your imperfections” and “Listen closely to the voice you hear inside you” are some of the beautiful messages the group gives to their fans while spreading hope and positivity. The song’s climax sounds more pure as the members sync together to sing “It feels like love la la la la love” and conclude with “It’s the beautiful you,” making the fans feel special and belonged.
The whole album is indeed a perfect gift from the group and I would highly recommend you to check it out! Do let us know what is your favorite B-sides from NCT #127 Neo Zone in your comments.
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