DIVE Into TWICE’s Shimmering Summer
The summer concept is a well-loved theme in K-Pop for fans and casual listeners alike, and the season isn’t complete without TWICE. The nine-member girl group is no stranger to releasing some of the most iconic tunes as the weather gets hotter. From energetic “Dance The Night Away” to bossa-nova-infused “Alcohol-Free,” TWICE has been exploring a variety of genres with their summer bops. Their most recent Japanese album, DIVE, includes 10 tracks showcasing the girl’s stunning vocals and an underwater-themed music video with breathtaking visuals.
TRACKLIST:
“Beyond the Horizon”
“DIVE”
“Ocean Deep”
“LOVE WARNING”
“Here I am”
“Inside of me”
“Peach Soda”
“Echoes of heart”
“Dance Again”
“Hare Hare”
The title track “DIVE” is dreamy and gentle like a breeze in the middle of a hot day. It carries a clean, city pop sound that compliments and gives room to appreciate TWICE’s smooth and airy vocals. Known as the “bridge queen” in the group for her mesmerizing and sentimental sound, Mina once again shines during her parts of this song. There are no drastic sonic changes throughout but the consistent pace makes “DIVE” perfect to enjoy while relaxing on the beach or by the poolside. Similarly, the music video goes underwater and features the members in mermaid-like outfits complete with pearls and iridescent makeup to a black-and-white sailor ensemble. The rest of the album features a mix of vibes from Latin pop, synth to piano-driven melodies but stays as a cohesive body of work. Though “Dance Again” and “HARE HARE” are two tracks that were previously released as singles in 2023, the addictive synth-pop sound and bouncy anthemic respectively blend in seamlessly with the newer tracks in DIVE.
TWICE has had many summer album releases but they all held their own refreshing identity and this album is no different. “DIVE” is their take on a more mature sound for the group while still capturing the quintessential essence that fans and casual listeners have come to love and appreciate for almost a full decade.
Edited by Cara Musashi