Pleasing pop
Kim Hyun Joong breaks down
Kim Hyun Joong
Break Down
GMM Grammy
When SS501 leader Kim Hyun Joong dramatically left the group, he embarked on a solo career. Break Down is his first mini album, made with the help of producer and songwriter Steven Lee, known for his production work with TVXQ and Girls' generation.
The album's catchy title track, "Break Down," features some nice rapping from guest star Double K. The video for the song shows Kim Hyun Joong looking strong and charismatic, with a new haircut and some cool choreography.
The slow pop-R&B track "Please" is a heartbreaking, melodic song with powerful singing and a nice piano arrangement. "Kiss Kiss" is a cute song that stands out from the others with a soft beat and meaningful lyrics. This track could be interpreted as thank you from Kim Hyun Joong to his fans.
The CD comes with some photos of the star sporting his new style. Fans of SS501 should be pleased to hear Break Down, since it shows that Kim Hyun Joong still maintains his great looks and awesome singing skills. - PT
Vocabulary
dramatically (adv): in a sudden and very surprising way
catchy (adj): pleasing and easily remembered
charismatic (adj): having a personal quality that attracts and impresses other people
choreography (n): the steps and moves that have been designed for a dance routine, etc.
interpret (v): to decide that something has a particular meaning and to understand it in that way
sport (v): to wear something in a proud way so that everybody can see
