Lessening the devilish editing and competing with rap... 'Ni-ga al-deon na-e-ga a-nya' reignited the golden age of 'Show Me The Money 5' [Choi Hye-jin's Latte]

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[Editor’s Note] Reporter Choi Hye-jin introduces hit songs she used to listen to during the 'Latte' era 10 years ago.

Ten years ago, Mnet's hip-hop survival program 'Show Me The Money 5' dominated the music charts.

Released on June 18, 2016, 'Ni-ga al-deon na-e-ga a-nya' was a competition track by the Simon Dominic and Gray team, featuring Simon Dominic, Won, Z.Too, and Beenzino. Gray handled the production.

'Ni-ga al-deon na-e-ga a-nya' is a hip-hop track that captured the contestants' confidence and competitive spirit. With the direct chorus "Ni-ga al-deon na-e-ga a-nya," it conveyed a message of showing a changed version of oneself.

The song is centered on heavy bass and sophisticated beats, with each rapper's individuality clearly revealed. Beenzino, who had already garnered attention for his overwhelming skills early in the broadcast, showcased his signature explosive rapping and unique flow even in 'Ni-ga al-deon na-e-ga a-nya'.

Won and Z.Too, who participated together, also drew attention. Won, a former YG Entertainment trainee, gained popularity with his handsome visuals and emotional tone, while Z.Too left a strong impression by earning recognition for his solid rapping skills. The color of the AOMG team led by Simon Dominic and Gray was said to have permeated the entire song, enhancing its completeness.

At the time, 'Show Me The Money 5', which was airing, was evaluated as focusing on the music itself rather than the conflicts among contestants or the provocative devilish editing seen in previous seasons. The synergy of a glamorous producer lineup including Dok2, The Quiett, Jay Park, Kush, Simon Dominic, and Gray, along with the performances of skilled rappers, was highlighted.

This led to a takeover of the music charts. 'Ni-ga al-deon na-e-ga a-nya' topped the Melon weekly chart for the fourth week of June 2016 (the 20th–26). On the same chart, 'Show Me The Money 5' tracks 'Gongjung Do-deok' and 'Sin-sa' ranked third and fourth, respectively, sweeping the top positions.

With SISTAR's 'I Like That' at second place and TWICE's 'CHEER UP' at fifth, this created an unusual scene where hip-hop competition program tracks dominated the very top of the charts.

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