NCT Mark's first solo album 'The Firstfruit' (The Firstfruit) presents a lively depiction of the present as he unfolds his dream of becoming a pop star.
The Seoul chapter of this album features the pre-release song '+82 Pressin' (Feat. Haechan)' (+팔이 프레신) and '200' (이백), along with 'Journey Mercies' (Journey Mercies), 'Mom's Interlude' (Mom's Interlude), 'Too Much' (Too Much), where Mark expresses various emotions he feels while realizing his dream as an artist through lively and witty music, connecting with listeners.
The included track 'Journey Mercies' is an emotional song that blends R&B vocals with vintage-textured guitar and Lo-fi (로파이) synth sounds, leaving a lingering impression with lyrics that reflect on the traces of the past at the end of a long journey.
The piano accompaniment track 'Mom's Interlude' captures a warm conversation between Mark and his mother and is a valuable track that provides insight into what this album means to Mark and everyone who loves him.
The final included track 'Too Much' begins with a piano melody and gradually builds through rhythm instruments of alternative sound, culminating in rich vocal expressions and drums, conveying a message in Mark's lyrics that the love he receives is his greatest strength.
Additionally, the video 'Mark Lee (b. 1999)', released on the NCT YouTube channel at 8 p.m. on the 1st, captures Mark's journey like a documentary, resonating deeply with scenes that encompass his activities so far and a narrative that sincerely reveals his beliefs, goals, and inner self.
Meanwhile, Mark's first solo album 'The Firstfruit' will be released on April 7 at 6 p.m. across various music sites, featuring a total of 13 songs including the title track '1999' (일구구구).
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