SeeYa - First, Again
Album Introduction#
The 20th anniversary commemorative album and first full-length album in 15 years [First, Again] of SeeYa, South Korea’s representative female vocal group.
“A new beginning for SeeYa, facing each other again after 15 years.
With our initial excitement and sincerity, we begin our song once more.”
“Going beyond the limits of a vocal group, this album captures a wide genre spectrum from electronic dance to rock, acoustic, and pop, serving as a brilliant blueprint for the musical journey SeeYa will newly write.”
“We have captured the first page of SeeYa’s new beginning in this album.”
SeeYa releases a full-length album filled with 11 diverse tracks, including the pre-release song ‘Nevertheless, We’ released on the 30th to celebrate their 20th anniversary. This album not only elevates the level of sound quality with the production participation of hit composers who shared SeeYa’s golden age, such as composer Park Keun-tae and composer Kim Do-hoon, but also shows the three members—Nam Gyu-ri, Kim Yeon-ji, and Lee Bo-ram—maturing as artists by directly participating in writing lyrics and composing. In addition, while featuring the medium-tempo ballads that come to mind when thinking of ‘SeeYa’ alongside songs highlighting their inimitable deep emotions and appealing voices, they selected the trendy chill house dance track ‘Stay’ as the title track, demonstrating their willingness to challenge new genres and expand their potential as artists.
001. Stay
“SeeYa’s unconventional evolution, reaching the peak of trendiness”
An unconventional title track that completely shatters the stereotypes of the vocal group SeeYa.
On top of a sophisticated and sensuous beat, the powerful yet captivating vocals of the three members are layered to deliver a thrilling catharsis.
The most modern and intense declaration of return presented to the public by SeeYa, reunited after 15 years.
Composed by Park Keun-tae, Kim Do-hoon (RBW), Kang Ji-won
Lyrics by Kim Do-hoon (RBW), Kang Ji-won
Arranged by Kang Ji-won
Synthesizer Kang Ji-won
MIDI Programming Kang Ji-won
Recorded by Choi Woo-seok @ Studio beyond
Mixed by Jo-ssi-ajeossi @ JoeLab
Mastered by Kwon Nam-woo @ 821 Sound Mastering
002. Seasons Go Round and Round
A song that showcases the essence of the medium ballad, a trademark genre that led SeeYa’s golden age. The unique tones and sorrowful expressiveness of the members, matured as much as the accumulated time, stand out, delivering a deep impression by adding a deeper narrative to the ‘SeeYa-style emotion’ most loved by the public.
Composed by Park Keun-tae, Kim Soo-bin (AIMING)
Lyrics by Kim Soo-bin (AIMING)
Arranged by Kim Soo-bin (AIMING), Kwon Soo-hyun
Piano Kim Soo-bin (AIMING), Kwon Soo-hyun
Drums Kim Soo-bin (AIMING), Kwon Soo-hyun
Bass Kwon Soo-hyun
Guitar Kwon Soo-hyun
MIDI Programming Kim Soo-bin (AIMING), Kwon Soo-hyun
Strings by Kwon Soo-hyun
Recorded by Choi Woo-seok @ Studio beyond
Mixed by Kim Young-sik @ Studio beyond
Mastered by Kwon Nam-woo @ 821 Sound Mastering
003. Like Spring, You
A medium pop genre song containing the warm and fresh energy of spring. The clear, bright, yet rich harmony of the members stands out.
Composed by Park Keun-tae, Kim Do-hoon (RBW), Kang Ji-won
Lyrics by Kim Do-hoon (RBW), Kang Ji-won
Arranged by Kang Ji-won
Guitar ILMO
Bass Kim Dong-su
Piano Kang Ji-won
Synthesizer Kang Ji-won
MIDI Programming Kang Ji-won
Recorded by Choi Woo-seok @ Studio beyond
Mixed by Kim Young-sik @ Studio beyond
Mastered by Kwon Nam-woo @ 821 Sound Mastering
004. I Believe
It contains a warm message of comfort and positivity, suggesting that even if we shake, get hurt, and temporarily stop amidst life’s trials, we should not be impatient and should believe firmly in ourselves.
Composed by JC Ji-eun
Lyrics by Cha Eun-taek, Nam Gyu-ri
Arranged by roof301
Piano roof301
Guitar Kim Dong-hyun
Bass Cheon Ho-young
Drum Woo Jeong-won
MIDI Programming roof301
Recorded by Choi Woo-seok @ Studio beyond
Mixed by Park Keun-sang @ PKS Studio
Mastered by Kwon Nam-woo @ 821 Sound Mastering
005. Nevertheless, We
A single pre-released to celebrate their reunion after 15 years. It is a pop ballad song that delivers a drama-like impression with the members’ voice colors that have deepened over 20 years and their perfect harmony. The members directly participated in writing the lyrics, honestly melting in the longing and apologies they couldn’t convey to fans during the 15-year hiatus, as well as the miraculous moment of meeting again.
Composed by Park Keun-tae, TOMAJO, Junsoo
Lyrics by Nam Gyu-ri, Kim Yeon-ji, Lee Bo-ram
Arranged by Park Keun-tae, ATUNES, TOMAJO
MIDI Programmed by Yang Jun-su
Piano by Jo Ja-young
Guitar by Seol Jae-kyung
Bass by Park Ji-won
Drum by Byeon Dong-hwan
Strings by Minhun Kang @Aimstrings
Recorded by Choi Woo-seok @ Studio beyond
Mixed by Kim Young-sik @ Studio beyond
Mastered by Kwon Nam-woo @ 821 Sound Mastering
006. No
A medium-tempo ballad song that paradoxically melts the affectionate feeling of not wanting to part within a rhythmical melody. At the moment of parting, the emotion of desperately wanting to hold onto the other person is expressed in a clean yet rhythmic way through the highly appealing voices of the three members.
Composed by Park Keun-tae, Kim Soo-bin (AIMING)
Lyrics by Kim Soo-bin (AIMING), Ahn Ji-soo (AIMING)
Arranged by Kim Soo-bin (AIMING), Lim Soo-hyuk (AIMING)
Piano Kim Soo-bin (AIMING), Lim Soo-hyuk (AIMING)
Drums Eun Ju-hyeon
Guitar Song Hyun-jong
Bass Jo Se-hee (AIMING)
MIDI Programming Kim Soo-bin (AIMING), Lim Soo-hyuk (AIMING)
Strings by Minhun Kang @Aimstrings
Recorded by Choi Woo-seok @ Studio beyond
Mixed by Kim Young-sik @ Studio beyond
Mastered by Kwon Nam-woo @ 821 Sound Mastering
007. Reverberation
A SeeYa-style ballad that leaves a deep and long lingering imagery by putting down fancy techniques and focusing solely on the voice and emotion.
Composed by Park Keun-tae, Kim Soo-bin (AIMING)
Lyrics by Kim Soo-bin (AIMING), Ahn Ji-soo (AIMING)
Arranged by Kim Soo-bin (AIMING), Lim Soo-hyuk (AIMING)
Piano Kim Soo-bin (AIMING), Lim Soo-hyuk (AIMING)
Drums Eun Ju-hyeon
Guitar Song Hyun-jong
Bass Jo Se-hee (AIMING)
MIDI Programming Kim Soo-bin (AIMING), Lim Soo-hyuk (AIMING)
Strings by Lim Soo-hyuk @Aimstrings
008. What Never Breaks in the End
It narratively unfolds SeeYa’s unwavering solidarity and firm heart as they stand facing each other again after enduring countless times.
Composed by JC Ji-eun
Lyrics by Cha Eun-taek
Arranged by roof301
Piano roof301
Guitar Kim Dong-hyun
Bass Cheon Ho-young
MIDI Programming roof301
Recorded by Choi Woo-seok @ Studio beyond
Mixed by Park Keun-sang @ PKS Studio
Mastered by Kwon Nam-woo @ 821 Sound Mastering
009. Us Live Ver.
A special behind-the-scenes track that captures the natural atmosphere of the recording studio. A song that will be a touching, unforgettable gift to fans as unadorned laughter, breathing, and warm conversations with each other blend together with the song.
Composed by Nam Gyu-ri, Kim Yeon-ji, Lee Bo-ram
Lyrics by Nam Gyu-ri, Kim Yeon-ji, Lee Bo-ram
Arranged by roof301, JC Ji-eun
Piano roof301
Guitar Yoo Woong-ryeol
Recorded by Kim Tae-hyun @ Studio M-Lab
Mixed by Park Keun-sang @ PKS Studio
Mastered by Kwon Nam-woo @ 821 Sound Mastering
010. Stay Inst.
011. Nevertheless, We Inst. (To My Fan)
An affectionate sincerity that decorates the end of the album by fully capturing their unchanging heart toward fans in the melody. You can fully feel the members’ warm hearts and deep lingering imagery.
Lyrics - Nevertheless, We#
한때는 모든 빛이
내게 흘러오던 계절 있었고
이름보다 침묵이
불리던 밤도 있었어
세상은 우릴 지나쳤다 말해도
우린 아직 여기 서있어
부서진 줄 알았던 마음은
조용히 다시 숨을 쉬기 시작해
그럼에도, 우린
다시 노래합니다
아픔이 나를 삼키지 못하도록
그럼에도, 우린
빛을 믿고 싶어요
어둠이 우릴 삼키지 못하도록
높은 곳에서 내려온 길은
한숨보다 짧고
멀리서 박수소리만
희미하게 메아리 쳐
사람들은 우릴
어제의 이름으로 부르지만
우린 오늘의 숨을 쉬고 있어
흔들리지 않은 날보다
흔들리며 산 날들에
우린 그렇게
조금 느려졌을 뿐이야
그럼에도, 우린
끝내 노래할거야
상처가 우릴 설명하지 않게
그럼에도, 우린
시간을 건너가
침묵마저 품었던 목소리로
한때의 꽃이 아니라
계절을 견딘 나무로
지금의 우린
더 깊어지고 있으니까
그럼에도, 우린
끝내 노래할거야
상처가 우릴 설명하지 않게
그럼에도, 우린
시간을 건너가
침묵마저 품었던 목소리로
사라진 줄 알았던 꿈은
지금도 우리 안에서
늦게 피어나는 법을
배우고 있으니까
Lyrics - No#
떨려오는 그대 두 눈을
그저 바라보고 있어요
햇살이 좋은 날
왜 우린 멀어지나요
상상조차 해본 적 없는 일인걸
날 부르던 그 입술은
오늘 이별을 말하고 있죠
예보없는 소나기처럼 툭 내려앉아요
슬픈 예감은 왜 맞는 걸까요
한번도 본 적 없었던 네 눈빛에
아무런 말도 나는 할 수가 없었죠
나는 그대를 지울 수 없다는 걸 알잖아요
그런 눈으로 날 바라보지 마요
안돼요 못해요 그 입은 떼지 마요
그대없는 내 하루는 의미가 없죠
한걸음도 난 멀어질 수 없어요
안돼요 이대로 나는요 못해요
이별의 순간 어떻게 해야 할까요
얼마나 더 울어야 돌아올까요
나를 많이 사랑했던 그대였죠
바보 같은 난 왜 그걸 몰랐었나요
이제야 후회하는 거
조금 늦은 걸 알지만
한번 더 내게 기회줄 순 없나요
안돼요 못해요 그 입은 떼지 마요
그대없는 내 하루는 의미가 없죠
한걸음도 난 멀어질 수 없어요
안돼요 이대로 나는요 못해요
이별의 순간 어떻게 해야 할까요
얼마나 더 울어야 돌아올까요
차갑게 식어버린 그대 목소리가 난 싫어요
괜찮은 척해도
그댈 놓을 수가 없는데
내 계절은 오직 그대인데
그래요 살아도 사는 게 아니겠죠
그대없는 내 하루는 껍데기같이
단 한순간도 살아갈 수 없겠죠
안돼요 이대로 나는요 못해요
이별의 순간 어떻게 해야 할까요
얼마나 더 울어야 돌아올까요