Fall, Once Again
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| Released | 15 October 2015 | |||
| Recorded | 2015 at SM Studios, Seoul, South Korea | |||
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| Length | 30:05 | |||
| Language | Korean | |||
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| Producer | Lee Soo-man | |||
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| Singles from Fall, Once Again | ||||
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| "A Million Pieces (Music Video)" on YouTube | ||||
Fall, Once Again (Korean: 다시, 가을이 오면) is the second extended play (EP) by South Korean singer Kyuhyun. It was released on October 15, 2015, by S.M. Entertainment and distributed by KT Music. The EP featured seven tracks in total, including the lead single, "A Million Pieces".[1][2]
Background
[edit]Kyuhyun established himself as the crown prince of ballads through his first solo album At Gwanghwamun, which swept music, album and music video charts, as well as music programs, when it was released in November 2014. Crowned the vocalist of fall with "At Gwanghwamun", Kyuhyun's second solo album Fall, Once Again garnered interest as one of the most-anticipated albums of the season.[3]
Fall, Once Again was released at midnight on 15 October 2015, and was expected "to blow through the fall season like a gust of wind once again."[3]
Production and composition
[edit]"A Million Pieces" was written by Kenzie and the song compares a precious love to stars in the night sky to stimulate the fans' sense of fall; the classical and classy melody harmonized well with Kyuhyun's sweet voice.[2] "A Million Pieces" is a seasonal ballad that features a refined melody and emotional lyrics brought to life by Kyuhyun's captivating voice.[1]
Promotion
[edit]Release
[edit]Ahead of the album release, Kyuhyun released a surprise comeback promo clip parodying a famous commercial that was debuted through Naver Starcast at noon on 8 October 2015. F(x) member Amber produced and appeared in the comical clip to support Kyuhyun in his comeback, further heightening anticipation for his upcoming album.[3]
On 15 October 2015, the "A Million Pieces" music video was released through Kyuhyun's official website and SMTOWN's YouTube channel. It captured the viewer's attention with the film-like quality.[2]
Live performance
[edit]Kyuhyun kicked off his comeback and performed his lead single "A Million Pieces" for the first time on the Korean music show M! Countdown on 15 October 2015.[1]
Solo concert
[edit]Kyuhyun's solo concert was held at the SMTOWN COEX Artium SMTOWN Theatre from November 6–8 and November 13–15, for a total of six shows.[3]
Track listing
[edit]| No. | Title | Lyrics | Music | Length |
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| 1. | "A Million Pieces" (Korean: 밀리언조각; RR: Millieonjogak) | Kenzie | Kenzie | 05:12 |
| 2. | "Remember Me" (Korean: 좋은사람; RR: Joheunsaram) | Jung Joon Il | Jung Joon Il | 04:39 |
| 3. | "Autumn Sleeves" (Korean: 긴 팔; RR: Gin Pal) | Polar Bear | Polar Bear | 03:54 |
| 4. | "Piano Forest" (Korean: 피아노 숲; RR: Piano Sup) | 4th Hitter | 4th Hitter | 03:45 |
| 5. | "Because I Miss You" (Korean: 그냥 보고 싶어 그래; RR: Geunyang Bogo Sipeun Geurae) | 4th Hitter, Kim Seong Jong | 4th Hitter, Kim Seong Jong | 03:53 |
| 6. | "Wind" (Korean: 바람; RR: Baram) | Hwang Hyun & Shin Agnes (MonoTree) | Hwang Hyun (MonoTree) | 03:21 |
| 7. | "Ways To Say Goodbye" (Korean: 안녕의 방식; RR: Annyeongui Bangsik) | Hwang Seong Je | Kyuhyun | 05:21 |
| Total length: | 30:05 | |||
Charts
[edit]| Chart (2015) | Peak position |
Sales |
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| South Korean Gaon Weekly Albums Chart[4] | 1 |
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| South Korean Gaon Monthly Albums Chart[5] | 6 | |
| South Korean Gaon Year-End Albums Chart | 55 |
Release history
[edit]| Region | Date | Format | Label |
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| South Korea | October 15, 2015 | ||
| Various | SM |
References
[edit]- ^ a b c "Super Junior′s Kyuhyun to Make Comeback on 'M COUNTDOWN' Today (10/15)". CJ E&M enewsWorld. October 15, 2015. Archived from the original on October 16, 2015. Retrieved October 16, 2015.
- ^ a b c "Kyuhyun Disclosed His Second Solo Album". BNTNews. October 15, 2015. Archived from the original on October 16, 2015. Retrieved October 16, 2015.
- ^ a b c d "Super Junior′s Kyuhyun to Make Solo Comeback on October 15". CJ E&M enewsWorld. October 8, 2015. Archived from the original on December 8, 2015. Retrieved October 16, 2015.
- ^ "Gaon Album Chart (43rd week, year 2015)". Gaon Album Charts (in Korean). Korea Music Content Industry Association. Retrieved 2015-10-23.
- ^ "Gaon Album Chart (October 2015)". Gaon Album Charts (in Korean). Korea Music Content Industry Association. Retrieved 2015-11-14.
