Group NCT DREAM evokes memories and connects with fans.
NCT DREAM (Mark, Renjun, Jeno, Haechan, Jaemin, Chenle, Jisung, hereafter NCT DREAM) held a showcase for their 5th regular album 'Go Back To The Future' on the 14th at Lotte Cinema World Tower in Songpa-gu, Seoul.
The 5th regular album 'Go Back To The Future' captures the story of NCT DREAM embarking on a time travel journey to find the most shining 'me'. It includes a total of 9 songs, including the double title tracks 'BTTF' (Back To The Future) and 'CHILLER'.
'BTTF' contains a message about realizing a past without regrets at a crossroads of choices that can change the past and moving toward the most brilliant future.
Regarding 'BTTF', Jeno said, "It's a concept song about time travel, just like the title suggests. It well represents the core concept of the album. The content itself is about traveling through time to find the most shining me, so the performance is intense." Renjun noted, "All the moments from the past have accumulated to create the current NCT DREAM. There are lyrics that repeat like a slogan, capturing us who shine in the past, present, and future. It's an aspiration we want to convey to our fans and the message of this album. So, it feels more meaningful."
NCT DREAM evoked memories by paying homage to their debut song. They explained about the 'BTTF' music video, "We wore the pajamas we wore during our debut song in the music video as well. We styled the space and visuals reminiscent of that time. We thought fans would think of the young us while watching it. The music video conveys the idea that the us from that time exists because of the us now. We filmed with the belief that fans would love it."
'CHILLER' depicts the enjoyment of being confident and lively in the present moment, transcending the narrative before and after 'BTTF'.
Chenle explained, "It's a track that follows 'BTTF'. It carries a message about enjoying the most shining version of myself as it is. Since the term 'CHILLER' itself has a meaning of being relaxed, the lyrics reflect that. There are many cheerful and witty expressions, just like the lyrics. I think it fits us, who have matured but still have a playful side."
Jaemin stated, "'CHILLER' is characterized by an overall sound. If you listen to it along with the intro of 'BTTF', there's a lot of fun in it. I hope you can focus on that point. Also, 'BTTF' was recorded with the vibe of being relaxed. We worked hard but tried to maintain a relaxed atmosphere to convey those lyrics. Personally, I really like this song as it shows the color of NCT DREAM."
Meanwhile, NCT DREAM's 5th regular album 'Go Back To The Future' will be released on various music sites at 6 p.m. on the 14th and will also be available in physical albums on the same day.
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