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Q&A about NCT 127's 6th full-length album 'WALK'
Q. This is your comeback after about 7 months with your 6th regular album 'WALK'. Please tell us how you feel about it.
- Jaehyun: I'm so grateful to Czennies (fandom nickname) who waited for us. I'm looking forward to showing NCT 127's true crew-like appearance through this album. Please enjoy it together!
- Jungwoo: It's hard to believe that it's already our 6th full-length album. We worked even harder to prepare for our 6th full-length album, and we've completed it as a good album. We'll show you a different charm from what we've shown you so far, and we'll show you music and performances that have grown even more, so please look forward to it.
Q. Please introduce your 6th regular album, 'WALK'.
Doyoung: Our 6th full-length album is based on the keyword 'Squeaky', which means 'We will move forward at our own pace without worrying about what other people think.' This album is about going beyond the meaning of the word 'Squeaky' and trying to define it in our own cool way.
- Mark: 'WALK' is Our 6th full-length album! It consists of songs that will let you feel NCT 127's individuality once again. You can feel Our 7's own 'hip' itself.
Q. Is there a part that you put the most effort into while preparing your 6th regular album 'WALK'?
- Doyoung: I put the most effort into preparing the choreography for 'Pigeuduk (Walk)'. I think I gave my opinion with the thought that it would be a choreography that friends could enjoy following while playing around.
- Johnny: This is an album that I put a lot of thought into overall, to the point where it’s hard to pick just one. I worked really hard to prepare everything from the title track to each and every song to match the weight of the title of our 6th full-length album.
Q. What did you think when you first heard the title song 'Walk'? What are some points of appreciation?
- Utah: The first feeling I got was 'Wow~! This is intense!' I think the chorus is especially good, and it's even better if you watch and listen to it along with the performance video!
- Jaehyun: It was a song with a vibe that really got to me when I first heard it. The point to appreciate is the performance that matches the groovy sound of the song. It has a different charm from the stages we've shown so far, so please look forward to it.
- Mark: When I first heard it, I was really overwhelmed by the hip old-school vibe. It was one of the best old-school genre songs I've ever heard. The highlight is the hipness of our seven. I think the handkerchief performance is really impactful and is the highlight!
Q. What kind of charm do you plan to show with the title song 'Walk'?
- Johnny: We tried to capture NCT 127's composure and coolness as much as possible. From the song's sound to the lyrics and performance, we want to show a cool yet confident charm.
- Jungwoo: I want to show you how to do the old school hip-hop genre with our own unique style. We plan to show you our hip vibes, so please look forward to it~!
Q. What are some points to watch for in the music video for the title song 'Walk'? Also, are there any memorable episodes from filming it?
- Utah: This time, we filmed more group scenes than individual scenes. That’s why I think Crew 127’s charm is more evident, so please keep an eye out for our teamwork and chemistry! And since we filmed a lot of group scenes, we got to spend more time with the members, so we had more fun filming, and every moment is memorable.
- Jungwoo: There was a scene where we filmed together in a car with the members, and I think that part will come out hip and neo, so please look forward to it. When we were filming that scene, it was impressive how everyone came together and enjoyed themselves, and I think it was more fun because we were together with the members.
- Haechan: It was my birthday during the music video shoot, and I remember the hyungs throwing me a surprise party. I was so thankful, and thanks to them, I was able to film more enjoyably. Thank you hyungs! (laughs)
Q. The track videos for 'Intro: Wall to Wall' and 'Meaning of Love' were released and became a hot topic. Were there any memorable episodes while filming them?
- Taeil: When we were filming the track video for 'Meaning of Love', I felt like I was in a better mood because we were filming a song with a brighter style than usual. Maybe because it was a fan song, I thought of the fans throughout the filming, and I got carried away by the song's atmosphere and felt good too. (Laughs)
Q. Is there a goal or achievement you would like to achieve through your 6th regular album 'WALK' promotions?
- Taeil: I want to definitely show NCT 127's composure and more mature coolness. And if Season 1 likes our songs a lot and enjoys our activities, I think I could ask for nothing more.
- Mark: I want to hear from many people, 'As expected, it's NCT 127.' Because I have great pride in the team called NCT 127, I feel the best when I hear those words more than anything else. (Laughs)
Q. July 7th is your 8th debut anniversary. Please tell us your thoughts.
- Doyoung: I felt a little strange. I think it was a little more emotional than usual because it was our 8th anniversary while preparing this album that seemed to bring us something new. It was a new feeling, and I was grateful and touched that we had spent this much time with the members. And as an artist who has been active for 8 years, I want to show you a great performance.
- Haechan: I think the 8th anniversary has come bigger and deeper. As I think back on the times we’ve been active, I feel a sense of weight and a greater sense of responsibility. I want to once again thank the hyungs who have been with us until now and tell them that I love them!
Q. Lastly, please give a word to Seasons fans around the world.
- Taeil: I'm filled with anticipation and excitement because it's been a while since I've met Season 1. Please look forward to our upcoming activities as well. I'm always grateful and I truly love you!
- Johnny: NCT 127 is back and it's really cool! I can confidently say that this album has matured and become cooler in every way, both as a group and as individuals. Would you like to 'WALK' with us, fans? (Laughs)
- Utah: Thank you for always supporting me, and I will continue to have fun in the future. Thank you for always being with me!
- Doyoung: Since this is an album released to celebrate our 8th anniversary, I think our Seasons members will have a lot of different feelings. As I always say, our albums are always aimed at Seasons members. I hope that you will be comforted by various emotions through this album as well.
- Jaehyun: Thanks to the Seasons who have walked with me until now. And thanks to the Seasons who will walk with me in the future, I gain strength. Thank you always.
- Jungwoo: Season 1~ It's Jungwoo! (Laughs) Our Seven has become a singer who has released his 6th full-length album. As a cool and full album that lives up to the name NCT 127, I believe Season 1 will like it. Please listen to it a lot and 'WALK' with us for a long time!
- Mark: Season 1, who's waited so long! It's been a while since we've made a summer comeback. Let's have fun together this summer and make lots of memories! See you soon~!