'Comeback D-Day' BABYMONSTER: "New Song 'CHOOM' Will Turn the Whole World into a Giant Dance Floor" [Q&A]

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's third mini-album 'CHOOM' is finally unveiled.

Released at 6 p.m. on the 4th, the album features four tracks, including the title song 'CHOOM', 'MOON', 'I LIKE IT', and 'LOCKED IN'. Embracing hip-hop, dance, and R&B with their unique charm, the group showcases a clearer musical identity than before.

With both the album title and the title track centered on 'CHOOM', the group aims to turn the entire world into one giant 'dance floor' through this comeback.

Q. This is BABYMONSTER's comeback after about seven months since their second mini-album [WE GO UP]. What are your thoughts ahead of the release?

Pharita: My first thought is gratitude toward our fans. I want to share the great songs on the new album with you as soon as possible, and I hope you look forward to seeing BABYMONSTER grow even more.

Ahyeon: I was eager to come back quickly and meet our MONSTIEZ (fanclub name) who have been waiting for us. Above all, I am thrilled to present an album filled with new charms.

Chiquita: I am so happy to finally show the results of our hard work to our fans. I did my best every day because I wanted to see our fans enjoying the music.

Q. What charm is contained in the title track 'CHOOM'?

Chiquita: The most charming aspect is its energetic yet addictive sound. While we previously showcased hip-hop-based music that displayed our intense charisma, this time it is truly a song that everyone can dance to together. Personally, I think the chorus, which starts with a completely changed beat, is the killing part. I hope everyone listens carefully.

Q. What kind of impressions would you like listeners to have after hearing 'CHOOM'?

Luka: I hope that while listening to the song, you naturally think, 'I'm curious about the stage.' 'CHOOM' is a song that comes alive when viewed together with the performance. The song and choreography feel hip and deeper than before. I believe we will show a different charm from our previous performances.

Asa: Just like us, I hope you feel that the moment you hear it, your body reacts without you realizing it. The melody is powerful, and our passion and confidence are reflected in the lyrics. If this is well conveyed and everyone feels like 'I want to enjoy it too' and gets excited, I would be truly happy.

Q. Due to the album and title track names, music fans seem to have high expectations for the performance.

Chiquita: This performance features more powerful and detailed choreography overall. The movements are freer than before, and the composition changes in various forms, so I think it will be more fun to watch. In the chorus, there are moves that are easy to follow yet impactful, so I hope many people enjoy dancing along with us.

Q. You have been highly praised as a group that excels in live performances. I imagine you put a lot of thought into the stage for this comeback activity.

Asa: First, I am truly grateful that many people have viewed our stage positively. I believe this is thanks to our consistent efforts together as members. For this title track, we put even more effort into the performance. I want to express it more vividly on stage and coordinate well with the members to deliver a high-quality stage.

Q. The music video for the second mini-album title track 'WE GO UP' received praise for its SF movie-like visuals. What kind of look will you show through this music video?

Asa: The mugshot images released as teasers will be a hint. We attempted an image transformation through this music video, with each member featuring a distinct character and an exciting story, so please look forward to it. I think it will be even more fun if you focus on details like subtle facial expressions.

Luka: There is a scene in the music video where we all dance together outdoors. We performed intensely on a wet floor, which was a new experience and very fun throughout the filming. Above all, I hope fans pay attention to that scene as it turned out beautifully.

Q. If there is a keyword you consider most important in this album?

Luka: 'Dance floor.' [CHOOM] contains a strong ambition to turn the whole world into one giant 'dance floor' with music and performance in our own color. From the intense and hip title track that awakens your dance instinct to the sensual slow songs, it is diverse and will be an album that feels good to listen to anytime.

Asa: I would say 'diversity' as hip-hop, dance, and R&B genres are evenly included. While preparing this album, I felt more deeply that each genre has a different way of expression. We focused on researching the tone and emotion that suit each song and naturally expressing them, so please look forward to it.

Ahyeon: I think it is 'cool.' Like the title [CHOOM], I hope this album becomes one that elicits a 'cool' exclamation from anyone through the music and performance itself. You can feel our confident attitude and confidence throughout the tracks.

Q. Could you explain the included tracks 'MOON', 'I LIKE IT', and 'LOCKED IN'?

Lola: Like the title, 'MOON' is a song with a dreamy and mysterious charm. It would be good to listen to it in a calm atmosphere, such as when preparing for sleep or on a late-night drive. It is a song that particularly showcases our vocal tones that fans like, so I look forward to the response.

Luka: When I first heard 'I LIKE IT', I immediately thought of jumping and playing with fans in a concert hall. It is a song that is truly exciting no matter when you listen to it, and it seems to give you energy just by hearing it. I hope you try listening to it while working out.

Pharita: 'LOCKED IN' is a song with a soft and sweet atmosphere. I feel that the members' vocals and raps blend together really well, so it is a track I would recommend. Listening to it in the morning will allow you to start a pleasant day.

Q. Do you have any plans or goals for this activity?

Lola: I want to greet everyone with more active activities. I want to show our new music and performance on various stages to many people, and through various contents, capture BABYMONSTER's honest and cheerful side off-stage. We appeared in various contents before the comeback, and I was happy that many people liked them. There will be more to show in the future, so please look forward to it.

Q. With the second world tour coming up in June, which is larger in scale than the previous tour, could you share your ambition or mindset for the performances?

Pharita: We are preparing hard. Since we learned and felt a lot from the first world tour, we want to create an even better stage. Especially for this world tour, there are stages waiting that we have never shown before, so please look forward to it.

Ahyeon: I am grateful that we will be able to visit fans in more regions directly. Through this activity and the world tour, I want to create happy memories that you can look back on anytime. We will practice hard so that our sincerity can be conveyed on stage and wait for our fans.

Lola: During the first world tour, I had a strong feeling that 'I must show what we prepared well,' but now I can focus on how to make the audience more enjoyable on stage. Since fans are expecting a lot, I want to give them unforgettable memories as a gift.

Chiquita: I want to show a more grown-up image than last year. Through this tour, we will meet fans in more diverse places, and these moments of meeting directly are truly precious to us, so we prepare even harder thinking only of that moment.

Q. Do you have any message to send to MONSTIEZ around the world who have been waiting for this album?

Pharita: Thanks to MONSTIEZ's (fanclub name) support, we were able to gather strength and prepare hard for the comeback. Now we will return that heart to you.

Ahyeon: Every goal of BABYMONSTER ends with our fans, which is why we can run. We want to be loved by our fans for a long time and want to repay that love even more. It was recently our official debut anniversary, and as always, we want to be a group where our fans are always our number one priority. Please show great interest in [CHOOM].

Lola: We are living while thinking of our fans being happy, comforted, and becoming joyful through our music. Through this comeback, we also want to convey happiness to you. Thank you for always being our greatest strength. We will not forget that heart and will always show you our developing image.

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