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The First

SHINee · 2011

44 min · 13 tracks · K-pop · synth-pop

A vibrant blend of upbeat synth-pop and emotive ballads that showcase SHINee's vocal prowess and intricate choreography.

Why listen to this

Best for
steady mid-tempo engagement upbeat energy for social settings catchy choruses for sing-alongs
Context
Released in January 2011, 'The First' marked SHINee's first full-length studio album following their successful debut EP 'Replay' in 2008. At this stage, the group was solidifying their place in the K-pop industry, gaining recognition for their unique sound and performance style.
If you like
K-pop, synth-pop

The First is an album by SHINee, released in 2011. A vibrant blend of upbeat synth-pop and emotive ballads that showcase SHINee's vocal prowess and intricate choreography. 'The First' played a crucial role in establishing SHINee as one of the leading acts in K-pop, debuting at number one on the Gaon Album Chart. The album's singles received positive reviews, contributing to SHINee's growing international fanbase and influencing the evolution of K-pop boy groups. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does The First sound like?

A vibrant blend of upbeat synth-pop and emotive ballads that showcase SHINee's vocal prowess and intricate choreography. Rooted in K-pop and synth-pop.

What makes The First by SHINee notable?

'The First' played a crucial role in establishing SHINee as one of the leading acts in K-pop, debuting at number one on the Gaon Album Chart. The album's singles received positive reviews, contributing to SHINee's growing international fanbase and influencing the evolution of K-pop boy groups. Released in January 2011, 'The First' marked SHINee's first full-length studio album following their successful debut EP 'Replay' in 2008. At this stage, the group was solidifying their place in the K-pop industry, gaining recognition for their unique sound and performance style.

Who is The First for?

The First works well if you're into steady mid-tempo engagement, upbeat energy for social settings and catchy choruses for sing-alongs.

How many songs are on The First?

The First has 13 tracks, running approximately 44 minutes.

Tracklist

13 tracks·44:06

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 LUCIFER Standout 3:54
  • 2 Amigo 2:58
  • 3 JULIETTE 3:26
  • 4 BETTER 3:10
  • 5 To Your Heart 3:21
  • 6 Always Love 3:43
  • 7 Replay -君は僕のeverything- Standout 3:35
  • 8 START 3:56
  • 9 Love Like Oxygen 3:03
  • 10 Hello Standout 3:04
  • 11 The SHINee World 3:55
  • 12 Seesaw 2:44
  • 13 Stranger 3:13

Release Date

January 1, 2011

Genre

K-pop, synth-pop

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Artist Origin

South Korea

Runtime

44 min 6 sec