ZOONIZINI (ASTRO) - New World
Album Information #
ZOONIZINI’s first mini-album as ASTRO’s MJ and JinJin taking their first step as a unit captures their cheerful and enjoyable determination to enjoy moments in their own unique way, regardless of others’ standards or frameworks, wherever they may be.
This ZOONIZINI album tells the story of ZOONIZINI’s journey in an unfamiliar space after throwing dice, from the first track to the sixth and final track as one complete story. From rolling the dice at the starting point to experiencing strange yet delightful emotions in their destination, feeling the lingering effects over time, the final departure, and another beginning - this journey isn’t thoroughly prepared but rather entrusts itself to chance. Regardless of location or who might be watching, you can feel ZOONIZINI’s determination to enjoy moments in their unique way unchanged.
‘Right now, at this moment, if we enjoy it in our own way, that’s enough!’
This album is the first journey of encountering ZOONIZINI as they are, and the most exciting first page among the countless scenes of ZOONIZINI that will unfold in the future.
TRACK LIST
01 Some Things Never Change *TITLE Lyrics by JinJin, halfdayoff (MUMW) Composed by Emile Ghantous, Keith Hetrick, Jordan Benjamin, Steve Daly, Fritz Michallik@NUMBER K, JinJin, Kim Su-bin(AIMING) Arranged by Emile Ghantous, Keith Hetrick, Fritz Michallik@NUMBER K
‘Some Things Never Change’ is an emotional hip-hop track that blends rhythmic piano loops with classic boom-bap beats, featuring simple yet addictive rapping and melody for easy listening. The nostalgic mood reminiscent of lyrics about memories shared during the most carefree times and friendships that will never change is impressive.
02 New world Lyrics by JinJin, Kim Su-bin(AIMING), An Ji-su(AIMING) Composed by JinJin, Kim Su-bin(AIMING) Arranged by JinJin, Kim Su-bin(AIMING)
A song that tells the story of ZOONIZINI falling into a mysterious world and ‘breaking free from existing frameworks to move toward new goals’, featuring percussion sounds reminiscent of cinematic sequences beautifully harmonized with grand string orchestration.
03 Utopia Lyrics by Lee Jae-ni(PNP) Composed by Keith Yuuki, SQVARE, (AVENUE 52, Phil Schwan)@NUMBER K Arranged by Keith Yuuki, Phil Schwan@NUMBER K
‘Utopia’ is a retro-mood party song that blends funky rhythms with sophisticated disco sounds, a trendy pop track that reinterprets the sensibility of 70s disco music with modern sensibilities. The groovy bassline, funky guitar riffs, and brass elements combine to create a feel-good energy.
04 Favorite Memory Lyrics by Samson, JinJin Composed by Strawberrybananaclub, PAPRIKAA, Samson Arranged by Strawberrybananaclub, PAPRIKAA
‘Favorite Memory’ is a gospel-influenced R&B/hip-hop song with nostalgic lyrics about the preciousness of memories built with friends that warm listeners’ hearts.
05 Starlight Voyage Lyrics by JinJin, Lee Jae-ni(PNP) Composed by SQVARE, AVENUE 52, ALYSA, Ricki Ejderkvist Arranged by ALYSA
‘Starlight Voyage’ is a feel-good pop-rock song with upbeat guitar sounds and groovy drum rhythms that make you move your shoulders. The addictive and easy-to-sing-along melody makes you hum immediately after listening.
06 Restart Lyrics by JinJin, Kim Su-bin(AIMING), Lee Jae-ni(PNP) Composed by JinJin, Kim Su-bin(AIMING) Arranged by JinJin, Kim Su-bin(AIMING)
A song with the message ‘Our end is not an end but a beginning’, instilling anticipation and excitement that there’s always a next for us. String orchestration sounds that warmly embrace the entire song, subtle piano, and rhythmic guitar sounds combine to create a rich feeling.