I believe that Apink has used Black Eyed Pielsung as their producers since I’m so sick! The best choice they could have made!!!!!

@papa_gowon

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah, Dilemma is the first time BEP have done a non-STAYC song since late 2020 so it's quite special!

@intissarbelgacem9163

2 жыл бұрын

Noo since my my 2011 ,but with only rado ,rado has been a cube producer that's why he knows apink soo well and produced some major cube hits including my my , hush for apink ,and an eunji and namjoo collab with hyseung ex beast

@intissarbelgacem9163

2 жыл бұрын

@@papa_gowon they are so close , rado sent eunji a big ass msg on her radio yesterday

@wassup8308

2 жыл бұрын

they've actually worked with Black Eyed Pilseung before that with "Only One"!!

@starbursting

2 жыл бұрын

@@papa_gowon no it’s not, they made Refund Sisters’s Don’t Touch Me (2020) & Toyote’s Still I Love You (2022) too

Black Eyed Pielsung also produced I'm so sick, Eung Eung and Dumhdurum. Can we call him a father of Apink's music now? haha

@orviianj7965

2 жыл бұрын

them*, they are a duo

@ohhaeyoungttottotto

2 жыл бұрын

@@orviianj7965 yass come on pronounsss

@bbangnien

2 жыл бұрын

produced Only One too

@Djitterbug

2 жыл бұрын

@@ohhaeyoungttottotto I mean in this case it's just grammar. Multiple people = they, lol.

@jenlolo8902

2 жыл бұрын

Aren't they the ones behind twice major hits songs as well? So glad they produce for apink

black eyed pilseung are soooo genius with their instrumentals...

@liz-pz1ke

2 жыл бұрын

Honestly! Eung Eung's instrumental is one of my favorite instrumentals ever

@95muhdfaizal

2 жыл бұрын

@@liz-pz1ke same the instruments is so addicting

@mateo-jv9cg

2 жыл бұрын

they have such a specific sound i can't describe. i just know it's them.

From Shinsadong Tiger to Duble Sidekick to Black Eyed Piseung, Apink have great producers which leads to hit songs. Their last 4 (and Only one) have been produced by B.E.P., which is amazing because they are the only other group they produce for these days, since their hands are full with STAYC. Just goes to show what a legendary group they are!

Apink cemented their artisty, style and name on the kpop industry. No matter how many innocent/fairy concepts are there in kpop, Apink will always be the STANDARD. now that they’re on the mature side, the innocent/fairy feels and style is still there and that makes Apink a LEGEND.

@ladyan143

2 жыл бұрын

Agree 💯

I agree with you about Naeun's part, not the biggest fan of it, but still I'm really obsessed with this and also love the choreo

@jhm2732

2 жыл бұрын

honestly I watched their stage and it sounds better live, Namjoo also added more strenght to that part with her vocals and somehow it doesn't feel so out of place

@MuusiicRafael

2 жыл бұрын

I didn’t like that part either with the voice effect, but then I found myself singing it 😭😭💀 it’s a BOP

@maliablossom7340

2 жыл бұрын

It’s catchy but yeah not a big fan of the voice effect

@DrJarryn

2 жыл бұрын

I think they took a big bold chance with that part... It sort of kind of works. :D

i think they shone so much with this comeback and they look absolutely STUNNING these women age backwards omg

@maliablossom7340

2 жыл бұрын

I mean I’m a new fan but I found out last year they are all fairly young. They are between 28-28. The oldest is close to 30 but that’s not old at all. Some groups have groups members older than them. Did they start their career young.

@IndianaJonas96

2 жыл бұрын

@@maliablossom7340 Nah average age, theyve been around 10 years now and all wouldve debuted between 16 - 20 years old i think, so makes sense :^)

I have high expectations for Apink, especially after Dumhdurum became my most played song last year. And i need to say, they didn’t let me down with this one 🔥

@blaze-pn6fk

2 жыл бұрын

Bro same, dumhdurum is still my fav kpop song.

This comeback is gonna make me stan them, that’s how much I love the song

@md-ri1tp

2 жыл бұрын

How have you not stanned Apink at this point LOLLL

@victoriab98

2 жыл бұрын

@@md-ri1tp I didn’t really get into their music until I’m so sick but I’m done sleeping on them hahaha

@keikezia11

2 жыл бұрын

try their b-sides as well, so goood

@victoriab98

2 жыл бұрын

@@keikezia11 I checked out the album and loved it :)

@victoriab98

2 жыл бұрын

@Kizariz hi! i hope i’m not too late in becoming a fan haha

That little electropop segment towards the end hits just right. 👌

naeun's rap part is actually my favorite part of the song since it puts a twist on the "rap portion in the second verse" trope in girl group songs by being more subtle and emotional. ever since apink came back from their hiatus with their new sound created by black eyed pielsung, we've been getting nothing but bops from them: i'm so sick, eung eung, dumhdurum, and now dilemma! it's amazing that they managed to carve a place for themselves among the other 4th gen groups.

I also absolutely lost my shit when the dance break part happened. That instrumental is fucking Gold I swear.

"how do they have different genres but the same sound??" it's the vocals mostly!! they sing in the same range and with a very airy voice. the effect this has on their songs is that the instrumental pushes the song forwards instead of their voices. if we take kill this love by blackpink, lisa's "here i come kicking the door" is enunciated and paced in a way where it seems like the beat is responding to lisa. but in apink songs, their voices go on their own tempo/rhythm almost independent of the instrumental/above it all. they also put a lot of lower notes and have a strong bass line to contrast their high voices. they also have a question/answer in their choruses, in dilemma they say "dilemma dilemma, dilemma dilemma" as the question, then the instrumentals (specifically that jazzy synth) answers it by mimicking the rhythm the singers used. really interesting stuff.

the song is so new to apink and to everyone at first when u heard it, it feels like u are listening to 3 different songs every verse and part of it is built different its more like an experimental song but when u get used to it you will get addicted and never get tired of listening

@virtual-viking

2 жыл бұрын

Right. I felt that Namjoo's Dilemma hook was a little jarring on the first 3 listenings - but after the 10th I wouldn't change a thing.

@keikezia11

2 жыл бұрын

agree, it was like 3 different good songs combined into one but after my third listen, bruh, it's a masterpiece!!

@RenoultJonathan

2 жыл бұрын

I'm pretty surprised about how the composition sounds off for many people. Apart Naeun's rap (that i find a very effective part), the whole song is typically BEP.

@softie1109

2 жыл бұрын

@@RenoultJonathan for me everything about this song is beautiful it’s just eunjee’s part that comes after the chorus that bothers me a bit

- Yes it's still a Black Eyed Pilseung song! I'm really glad they still work for Apink in this title track again. Seems like their first appearance with other artists after STAYC debuted? - I feel like the instrumental reminds me of Eung Eung mashed up with Dumhdurum, like if you're a mashup maker you can make a Eung Eung x Dilemma mashup much easier. - My favourite parts: Hayoung's prechorus (both the music and her visuals are so pretty!!!), the "Dilemma" part (Namjoo really killed it), and the last chorus part in the MV with Eunji and the flying teardrops, that particular scene is so impactful. - I initially don't like the genre they chosen for the chorus. But after second listen.... that chorus *slaps???* The song became really catchy I love it.

@flowerhanna58

2 жыл бұрын

I totally agree with this!! I'm very in love with hayoung's & namjoo's part ❤️❤️

@shookqueens7081

2 жыл бұрын

I think this song was done before StayC comeback though, just delayed release due to schedule conflicts.

Apink has been working with rado (one of BEP )since debut and he sited apink as his favourite girl grp and that his most precious song was only one so it is just so natural he still works with them even after stayc , and their ceo is apink first manager ever so ofc they would still work with apink they are their first gg

Black Eyed Pilseung produced this song. Like always BEP + APINK = MAGIC

I have to say, what made me fall in love w/ the song is actually verse 2 LOL. the quiet nuance of Chorong's part followed by the heavy trap syncopation of Naeun's part is just... *chef's kiss *

The moment the heard the chorus, I immediately said "This is an APINK song" not because they're literally Apink but the SOUND makes it APINK!

I think Naeun's part fits with the lyrics just like the chorus. I think is represents the state that Naeun is going through. You see her putting on make up and looking pretty and tells herself that there's no other girls like her. But she suddenly thinks about him and breaks down.

The “dilemma dilemma” part just remind me so much of Lipstick by Orange Caramel, I can’t get it out of my head. The song does change their flow so it’s not the normal ‘catchy’ kpop type, but like you said it fits with the dilemma theme. Apink delivers the song fantastically, I’m in love with Namjoo and Eunji sound, love the choreo, and their outfit in the showcase looks so good as well. I still like their previous title songs more, but this comeback is awesome.

love these girls, every one of their comebacks is better than the last I cant believe they’ve been doing this for ten years and are just as beautiful and talented and continue to improve, they’re gonna be the last 2nd gen group standing I’m telling y’all

Im so addicted to the "dilemma dilemma" part of the song

They really went from "Mr.Chu😘" to "Dilemma,Dilemma" real quick

Pandas we need to increase the MV views and do well in votings ..we just need at least 1 win for Apink in this era to break the record of being the "1st gg to win in their 12th year" pls keep streaming 🥺🙏

the synth noise you're talkin about at like 10:00 is what really drew me into this song... it's reminiscent of something, maybe? like a 90s song (or maybe many 90s songs lol) although i'm not familiar with the DJ you mentioned. whatever it is, it's SO DOPE it makes the song have so much more texture imo

@ashidosa

2 жыл бұрын

you should really check out some of their other stuff!

I'm surprised while BEPilseung is already busy with Stayc, he still have time to do stuff especially with Apink. (Namjoo's Dilemma part is something I'm sure. Also, the Dance break tho )

Chorong/Naeun part is so addicting 🤍🔥

Eunji is insanely talented. not only she's one of the best main vocals in kpop, she's also one of the best idol actresses. her acting in this MV was so good

@DjAnzu

2 жыл бұрын

And she wrote the lyrics, and co-composed a b-side song. Queen of talent indeed.

it's been a day and i'm already obsessed!! they never miss!

So I found apink last year so this was their first comeback that I got to experience and I genuinely love the song. They did a good job. And one thing I have found about apink is they get better with more repeat listens to their songs. They are one of the few groups where I don't get tired of their songs. And I loved the visuals of the mv the part with eunji where she screams and the tear coming directly from her eye something about that gets me. Just good overall. I also like how apink is not an overhyped group which makes their fan group seem so much more friendly.

I'm going to be "dilemma dilemma"ing all week now

The best reactions are always in this channel🙆🏻‍♀️🤍

Apink are like lucky brides, always with _something old and something new, something borrowed and something blue._ This is no exception.

I love Dumhdurum and Dilemma bothe ..the difference is just Dumhdurum got addicting song once I heard it ..for Dilemma I luv it but it just needed few listens and then I got addicted to it as well especially Hayoung and Naeun's parts... Dilemma is really interesting and difference from these days kpop songs but unfortunately kpop these days only focuse on quantity but not quality.. let's work harder pandas to give apink the win they deserve 🥺🙏

100% gotta do a listening party PD, the B-Sides are fucking amazing!!!

Black Eyed Pilseung strikes again only thing is: i would’ve added a sentence or two after Namjoo’s “Dilemma, Dilemma” that way the chorus would be even more symmetrical less and awkward. fuller …and the vocal mixing was off in some parts (like Chorong’s parts); Naeun’s little trap breakdown was off too… that aside, the instrumental and everything was hot!

@cherrycherrycherry1491

2 жыл бұрын

And I’m sure they’ll have another hit when STAYC makes their comeback too!

@starbursting

2 жыл бұрын

@@cherrycherrycherry1491 i cannot wait 😄 seeing the way people are raving on Twitter, i know we’re in good hands

@yueyuenuna935

2 жыл бұрын

yup that repeated "Dilemma" from Namjoo is not my style at first but I eventually just accepted it lol😂

@nerv5255

2 жыл бұрын

I have expressed the same opinion about repeating the title in chorus on Reddit, just after the second teaser got released. Got downvoted for that but apparently there are more people who would agree. The other issue I've addressed was the use of samples and I think that the sample being way too prevalent and dominant is actually the main reason that makes the trap part with Naeun a bit off-putting for many.

@soybabyboy

2 жыл бұрын

I would switch places of first and second part of the chorus, first Bomi and Eunji, then Namjoos dilemma comes in.

Ive been their fan since i saw them in concert 10 yrs ago. They dont disappoint cause they can pull off EVERY concept they go for each comeback :)

Apink's transition from their cute and fun concept to this mature concept is so amazing.

PD, i do know that they said the song has gone through two revisions since last year. So this is the second revision of Dilemma. But I love how BEP made this such an unconventional song. I feel like the structure in itself tells a story beyond just their vocals. That’s what I love about experimental songs and their structures so much, they exude so much emotion. I do think you really have to have a taste for experimental music to really love this song at that level though

@keikezia11

2 жыл бұрын

agree! this song feels like experimental but so good and it suits "dilemma" theme

@ockanna

2 жыл бұрын

Actually, they have 2 versions only for the chorus. Both are great so they have to vote.. so this is what we have now.

@artg3ne

2 жыл бұрын

@@ockanna wouldn’t that still be two versions of the song though? Just with different choruses. That’s what I saw on Twitter

@ockanna

2 жыл бұрын

@@artg3ne exactly. Only with the chorus. The rest is still the same.

Always waiting for your reactions with excitement 🥳

Aside from the rap or speed talking section in the 2nd chorus, the song is so good!!

i love this song with my soul!! it gives me old school kpop vibes and i adore it!! 🫀🤍

I feel like I liked it more, the more times that I listened to it maybe because after the first listen I was already accustomed to the 'jarring' changes in the beat etc. and could just vibe. The song also has a GREAT dance, hope it catches on to the public through TikTok!

I REALLY ADMIRE HOW YOU REVIEW NOT JUST THE VIDEO (Just like others) BUT ACTUALLY THE SONG ITSELF IN A PROFESSIONAL AND DETAILED WAY!.. KEEP IT UP!! ITS A TALENT

I maybe would like to hear Eunji go up when she sings “my love” as opposed to singing it low. I kinda missed her belting out a mega note 😆. I love the song more after each listen. I mean.. APink and BEP are a match made in K-Pop heaven, I reckon haha..

Always looking forward to your review and reaction. Thank you for this.

i can totally imagine this song as a 90s eurodisco synth-pop

I really thought that this song is very different from the usual. Starting from naeun's part, namjoo's part of dilemma (bcs in my mind, they usually go to eunji's part after hayoung's part). Tbh, i'm a panda for almost 10 years and it's weird to heard at first but after listening & listening again, okay it's addicted! And i'm really really proud for Apink bcs they got out from their comfort zone & be more experimental. I like it! Ups, no... I LOVE IT 🐼❤️

Omg so many video, thank you so much PD I’ve watched the other one already perfect timing! Next up is hopefully the treasure one

4:08 i believe it’s Bomi her tone of voice is really special and it gives Apink songs a signature sound I specially love her part in the chorus of their previous comeback

I think this song will cause a dilemma when making a top of the best songs this year

Love you tone of voice; beautiful and calming. I was searching Apink and your video show up.

That's the Apink trademark, the unique sound of Apink and yes they are once more working with B.E.P. Dilemma is the fifth song produced by B.E.P for Apink. I think they are able to maintain the Apink sound because that's how they are personally too.. they never forget to look back from where they are from. They just really keeps on evolving as time goes by

I know you guys don’t really watch the video that closely but the choreo is so carefully put together, even the fact that eunji is try to figure out what to do . Bomi sees Hayoung in mirror, That silent scream by Eunji, omg. Any way, now you know the story, watch details in video. thanks! love you!

THIS COMEBACK WAS SO ELEGANT AND SUCH A BOP

Yaaay! My favorite reactor!! Thank you so much

Queens 👑❤️ APINK! Soty DİLEMMA 🔥

VOCALS, RAP, PERFECT BRIDGE, PERFECT DANCE BREAK OMFGGGGG

I also felt that way about the "rap" part until I heard it on spotify, honestly the entire song is flawless and flows perfectly. Of their songs I still think %% is the catchiest and dumhdurum is their most perfect song, but Dilemma is the most suited song for me they've made. I absolutely LOVE sad bops and this is the greatest one I've ever heard since Chungha's Gotta Go and Sunmi's Noir.

A lot of pandas have been waiting for your reaction, thank you for making another reaction to their mv😊❤️

I was waiting for your reaction ✨

One of their best songs for me. And the best 2022`s song so far. Bomi`s "Ahhh-ahhh" in the last chorus torns me apart as the whole chorus in general. Overall sound is gorgeous.

They are Queens❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥

I agreeee! apink just keeps getting better and better every cb and it still feels and sound so apink uwuu apink queenss

Funny that you mentioned KSHMR, they make a lot of loops and samples that get used A TON in so many different Kpop songs so I wouldn't be surprised if that part you mentioned is actually a KSHMR sample

@9.1416

2 жыл бұрын

KSHMR is a he not they!

@habibislam1904

2 жыл бұрын

kzread.info/dash/bejne/q6J9z6OYnsiqlrQ.html Listen to this KSHMR track and see if you recognize it lol

I'm obsessed with this song tbh, it's really catchy!!! It has a early/mid 2000s sound, especially in the chorus, which I LOVE. Black Eyed Pilseung did a great job producing. Also fun fact, I did some googling and found that this song actually samples a KSHMR song - you can hear the sample used in the song My Best Life, in a different key. Mamadol's Wooah HIP also uses the same sample at the beginning, again in a different key. (I personally love when a song is sampled well, so this is not to cause any drama at all - both Dilemma and Wooah HIP absolutely bang in my opinion. I was just curious, and did some digging prompted by what you said and my own thoughts). Anyway, loved the reaction as always, and big shouts to the girls, BEP and everyone involved with the song. Def adding to my playlist.

I'm waiting for ur reaction Apink just slaying as always 😍😍🔥👌

That Naeun's part would be better if they didn't add some sound effect I think? Because from the comeback stage, it is actually good when Namjoo and Chorong sang it live especially the choreo for the part.. I love it!

The B Side Nothing and Dream were two of my favorites- I didn't totally vibe with this song - it was Naeuns part and the effect that they had in the chorus that were off putting. Otherwise it could have easily been one of my favorite songs this year

@maria_atme

2 жыл бұрын

I also don’t fully vibe with Dilemma because of the reasons you mentioned. But I’m hoping that it’ll grow on me

@K-POPWatchLater

2 жыл бұрын

@@maria_atme actually it did grow on me - it was my first time listening to APink so I didn't know what to expect and I was surprised - the vocals are very good and the overall production is solid - album is pretty solid as well

@luqmanhakim9568

2 жыл бұрын

@@K-POPWatchLater The first listen is kinda weird for me too but the chorus really hooked me and the live version of the rap sounds really good! (Can watch in on 1theK channel). The songs in the album are also great and masterpieces. You should give a listen to the album more.

@luqmanhakim9568

2 жыл бұрын

kzread.info/dash/bejne/c3yDx6WcfMzIc5s.html love apinkk

I've been waiting for your reaction

Listened a few more times, and i am hooked😭 its addictive

" What makes Apink songs, APINK SONGS " I FUCKING KNOW RIGHT

Apink has their own unique music and voices 💕 ilove them ever since 💕

9:24 the exact horn sampling appears also in the intro of M.M.D 'WooAh HIP'. Surprised PD didn't notice/recognise.

the airy motif in the chorus is so addicting oh my god

Omg i just realized that sound (i heard it more in the second verse) is the same sample the MMD woo ah hip uses at the beginning of their song

Apink comebacks are some of the most anticipated comebacks for me

I feel like you be interviewing me, while you're reacting, it's so cool 🔥

Thank you for reaction 🙏🏼

i knew someone like BEP would produce a bop like this, i mean its so good

I love this comeback!

The chorus remind me so much of european electropop song we had back then in 2010

Queens🥺😭❤️

APINK DID GREAT OMG 💕

The dilemma part gave me eurodance feelings made me feel nostalgic

i actually didnt know that dilemma was released and found out thru a 'samples used in kpop' video bcs the intro instrumental is, in fact, from a sounds of kshmr album

I was surprised by my own playlist when this played before wooah!Hip, because they both use the same sample for the beggining. Only yesterday i watched a whole lot of videos about kpop and samples and it does feel like a kashmar one.

I WAS WAITING FOR THIS ONE

I found this song to be beautiful and elegant and emotional at the same time. I love listening to it. I had almost thought for a moment I was not going to love it but it’s actually very moving and it made me feel the story differently. The album it self was beautiful as well. I can not wait until I get the albums.

BEP REALLY LOVE EXCEEDING EVERYONE'S EXPECTATIONS AS ALWAYS

I feel like Apink is like fine wine. 🍷 They get better with age!

Thank you pd I'm waiting for you, need listening party for this album.. the members involved in making lyrics also the rest of songs produced by famous producer.. let's go listening party ..

I'm overzealous about this song really! Hope they could receive the love and support of everybody ❤️❤️❤️🎉🤯

black eyed pilseung making another BOP.

Already watch some other reaction, and this one is the best for now 🔥🤍

thank you for your reaction

I love this song is so Catchey and iconic moment for the girls

every apink tt is a hit this has been on loop in my head since release

Thanks for reacting to Apink's Dilemma, btw a lot of pandas are actually waiting for you to react to this◉‿◉