Korean Boy Band EXO’s new album ‘Don’t Fight the Feeling’ is out on 7th June and they once again proved that they’re the vocal kings of K-POP. EXO has released their 7th studio album this June which is also called special album. The album has 5 songs including the title track called ‘don’t fight the feeling’. This album has 7 EXO members Baekhyun, Xiumin, D.O, Chanyeol, Kai, Sehun and their Chinese member Lay, is also included in this comeback which made EXO-Ls (EXO’s fandom) even happier. However, two members Suho and Chen couldn’t participate in the album due to mandatory military services.
Tracks in the Album:
- Don’t Fight the Feeling
- Paradise
- No Matter
- Runaway
- Just as Usual
Album Tracks Review
The title track ‘Don’t Fight the Feeling‘ has funky beats with a good amount of bass. The music gives summer party vibes and EXO’s vocals compliment the track perfectly as always. The song has variations which is common in many EXO songs, so you’ll be always excited to listen each section of the song. The lyrics is all about motivating us to follow our instincts and do what feels good without fighting the feeling. The music video has theme of spaceship and outer space which undoubtedly combines with EXO’s concept of universe and outer space.
The Second track in the album is called Paradise. This is a melodious and romantic song which will make you blush with it’s lyrics and EXO member’s soft vocals have done incredible job to make you feel the song. The vocal tone of each member has shined through the whole song, so that you will appreciate every second of it. The Music is giving summer chill and dreamy vibes however the backup track is kept minimalistic to let the vocals shine. The lyrics talks about how someone makes your world like a Paradise even without a beautiful view other than that person. This song is hundred percent worth adding to your playlist.
The third track on the album is No Matter. This song is a lighthearted message to us to enjoy ourselves more. It motivates us to escape our daily life which is often filled with worries and hectic things, and relax for sometime. Go wherever we want to and do whatever we want to make ourselves happy is the core message of the song. Being a lighthearted song doesn’t make it lesser than other songs in terms of the vocals though. The song is already beautiful but Baekhyun’s adlibs at the end of the song made it amazing.
The forth track on the album is Runaway and it is my most favorite song in the album. Even without knowing the meaning of the lyrics, this song made me feel the things it was intended to. However the lyrics hit strongly along with the music and member’s voices. The song talks about running away from our inner demons which are pulling us down and make us worth nothing. Running away from the life which is controlling us, towards the freedom where we can express and feel freely. The song is perfect for current times where many people can relate to this. It is a must add song to your motivation playlist. Anyway, the whole album is motivational.
The last track on this album is Just as Usual. This is a special message for EXO’s fans from EXO. In general also, the song is a comforting message that ‘I’m aware of your love for me and I’m also there for you, to protect you’. The song is well presented with EXO’s amazing vocals with classic drum beats, soft electric guitar and piano in the background.
Final Thoughts
EXO is well known for their vocal abilities with some of best vocalists in industry. And this album has further proved that EXO’s vocals are worth your time and money. However we can clearly hear more versatile and improved vocals in this album. Especially, after most of the EXO members have their solo albums out for which they have worked on their skills individually which can be heard in this album.
The album is called special album is indeed special since it is giving a personal and meaningful message to the fans from EXO.
Watch EXO’s new album title track ‘Don’t Fight the Feeling’ here:
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