BABYMONSTER: ”Surprised by G-DRAGON's participation, we put in a lot of effort to create a hip-hop feel”

The group BABYMONSTER, who recently released their first full-length album, shared their thoughts on working on songs with G-DRAGON.
On the morning of the 1st, BABYMONSTER held a press conference to announce the release of their first full-length album "DRIP" at the YG Entertainment building in Mapo-gu, Seoul.
In particular, "DRIP," one of the double titles of this album, is a hot topic as it is known that G-DRAGON (BIGBANG) participated in the composition process.
Regarding this, RORA said, "When I first heard the news, I asked repeatedly, 'Is it true?' I was very surprised," and added, "I thought I had to work hard and show it."
"We learned as much as we could and tried hard to create a hip-hop feel, so if you listen to the song at 1 o'clock, you'll be able to hear how well we did," she said.
ASA also said, "When I heard the demo, I thought we tried hard to emulate G-DRAGON's style and swag, and we recorded it with all seven of us.
"I think they put a lot of thought into the recording," he said, recalling, "Everything was explained in one demo." The first full album, "DRIP," is full of songs, just as the title suggests.
It is a condensed crystallization of the charm of BABYMONSTER, which is full of love. The nine tracks, which were composed with great care, will further expand the diversity of their musical colors.
The extraordinary promotion, which featured a released preview of just one phrase from the record, also showed YG's extraordinary confidence in the completeness of the album as a whole.
This comeback has been reborn as a mega project with the full support of YG.
Recently, the K-POP market has seen an unprecedented speed in which debut albums have been released and several music videos have been released.
They have made remarkable progress with their vigorous activities both in Korea and abroad, such as making a new video and preparing for the stage of their follow-up song early on. They are especially taking on the challenge of a double title.
First of all, the title song of the album, "DRIP," has the same name as "BABYMONSTER" and the confident attitude of YG.
It is an EDM-based dance number that blends hip-hop vibes. G-DRAGON participated in the composition and collected Hot Topic.
Addictive hooks, dynamic beats and powerful bass sounds all in one.
It gives a thrilling feeling. Another title song, "CLIK," released previewed with a music video.
CLAK is a perfect fit for the original hip-hop genre.
They left a strong impression as a prepared rookie group that inherited the DNA of. All members also tried their hand at rapping, with their unique boy tones and flows standing out, demonstrating their "all-rounder" side.
"Love, Maybe" features beautiful vocals over guitar, while "Really Like It" has a 90s hip-hop feel.
"You" and "BILLIONAIRE" were recorded one after another, featuring a Y2K sensibility with a heavy 808 base and R&B sound.
Next up is the light-hearted "Love In My Heart" that can be enjoyed by people of all ages and genders, and "Woke Up" that incorporates the hip-hop vibe of the Japanese members.
In Tokyo (RUKA & ASA)”, released preview song "FOREVER", and "BATTER UP" which was loved as an encore song at the Fan Meeting.
(Remix) - Bonus Track" and other songs have been recorded, allowing you to enjoy the upgraded musical world of BABYMONSTER.
Meanwhile, BABYMONSTER's first full album "DRIP" was released today (1st) at 1 p.m.