ZOONIZINI (MJ & JINJIN) Releases First Mini-Album “DICE” Kicking Off Full-Scale Unit Activities

K-Pop group ASTRO, under Fantagio, officially launched its new unit ZOONIZINI (MJ & JINJIN) with the release of their first mini-album DICE on various online music platforms August 13 6 PM KST.

ASTRO’s main vocalist MJ (real name Kim Myungjun) and main rapper JINJIN (real name Park Jinwoo) combined their names to form the unit name ZOONIZINI, beginning their musical journey together. Celebrating their 10th debut anniversary this year, MJ and JINJIN encapsulated the flow of their shared journey in this first mini-album DICE. Their determination to break out of the mold and enjoy every moment unfolds through six interconnected tracks that take listeners on an unpredictable journey, like rolling dice.

The title track “Some Things Never Change” is an emotional hip-hop track highlighted by simple yet addictive rap and melody. JINJIN took part in both writing and composing the song, infusing it with ZOONIZINI’s unique color and story for added meaning. The chorus lyrics — “Same thoughts so we act the same. 놀 때면 (translated to “When we play”) No time to sleep. 너무 웃어 (translated to “Laugh so hard”) Cannot breathe. Some things never change” — portray their unchanging friendship since their carefree days, evoking a nostalgic mood.

The music video for “Some Things Never Change” delivers upbeat energy through ZOONIZINI’s playful chemistry. Their lively and rhythmic performance in sync with the bouncy beat doubles the fun of watching and listening. Also included in the first mini-album title track are six solid tracks: “New world,” which tells the story of ZOONIZINI falling into a mysterious world, “Utopia,” blending funky rhythms with sophisticated disco sounds, “Favorite Memory,” a song about precious memories with friends, “Starlight Voyage,” in the cheerful pop-rock genre, and “Restart,” which conveys the excitement of a new beginning.

Having solidified their status as “K-Pop’s representative all-rounders,” MJ and JINJIN are opening an exciting first page this summer as ZOONIZINI. With versatile skills, boundless charm, and a unique concept, ZOONIZINI begins promotions for “Some Things Never Change.” ZOONIZINI (MJ & JINJIN)’s first mini-album DICE is available on various online music platforms from August 13 6 PM KST.