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Tuesday, March 16, 2010

Weekly K-Pop Music Chart 2010 - March Week 2




1. (+5) Kara - 루팡 (Lupin) *** 1 WEEK NO.1 ***
Score: 967 (+268)
Genre: Pop / Dance

Music: Han Jae Ho, Kim Seung Soo / Lyrics: Song Soo Yoon
Album: Kara mini-album Vol. 3 Track 2
Watch: MV Live Performance
Comment: Kara takes the No. 1 spot with "Lupin" on only its 2nd week on the chart. After surprisingly winning the top female group on our last year's Soompi Gayo Award, Kara continues their strong showing on our chart. The title song "Lupin" is from their recently released 3rd mini-album of the same name. Kara vowed to return to a more fierce image on this mini-album, a concept that did not fare too well when they used it on their debut album. But that was then and this is now. Kara has developed a large and loyal fan base now and fans are more receptive of their change in concept this time.


2. (-1) 2AM - 죽어도 못 보내 (Can't Send You Even If I Die)
Score: 926 (-13)
Genre: Pop Ballad

Music + Lyrics: Bang Shi Hyuk
Album: 2AM mini-album "Can't Send You Even If I Die" Track 2
Watch: MV Live Performance
Comment: Title song of 2AM's third mini album. The 4 sweet voices of 2AM meet ballad hit maker, song writer Bang Shi-hyuk in this song that grabbed much attention. The lyrics are about a man who can't let his lover go, accompanied by a dynamic dance rhythm and beautiful melody.






3. (--) CNBlue - 외톨이야 (Loner)
Score: 814 (-53)
Genre: Rock

Music: Kim Do Hoon, Lee Sang Ho / Lyrics: Han Sung Ho, Amen
Album: CNBlue 1st mini-album "Bluetory" Track 1
Watch: MV Live Performance
Comment: This is the title track of CNBlue's first mini-album "Bluetory." CNBlue debuted as an indie band in Japan and has honed its skills ever since. This song has a magnificent beat and addictive melody, which make it sound very sophisticated.








4. (-2) SNSD - Oh!
Score: 786 (-125)
Genre: Pop / Dance

Music: Kenzie / Lyrics: Kim Jung Bae, Kim Young Hoo
Album: SNSD Vol. 2 Track 1
Watch: MV Live Performance
Comment: This is the title track of Girls' Generation's second studio album. It is a sophisticated electronic pop genre song that was written by hit-maker Kenzie. The unique melody and mixing add fun to the song. The music video shows Girls' Generation members as vibrant and sassy cheerleaders.






5. (-1) Min Kyung Hoon - 아프니까 사랑이죠 (It's Love Because It Hurts)
Score: 736 (-41)
Genre: Pop Ballad

Music: Cho Young Soo / Lyrics: Kang Eun Kyung
Album: Min Kyung Hoon mini-album "Goodbye" Track 1
Watch: MV Live Performance
Comment: Buzz’s main vocalist drops one spot to No. 5. Min Kyung Hoon makes a comeback after two years with a five track mini album. The singer has taken part in selecting these songs carefully. The title track "It's Love Because It Hurts" is written by Cho Young Soo and Kang Eun Kyung. It has an intense violin intro before settling into a beautiful ballad melody.




6. (+10) T-Ara - 너 때문에 미쳐 (Crazy Because Of You) *** BIGGEST MOVER OF THE WEEK ***
Score: 702 (+395)
Genre: Pop / Dance

Music: Cho Young Soo, Kim Tae Hyun / Lyrics: Wheesung
Album: T-Ara Vol. 1 Repackaged Version Track 1
Watch: MV Live Performance
Comment: T-Ara who has released hits including “Lie,” “Bo Peep Bo Peep” and “Like The First Time” has done a 180 degree turn with their repackaged version of their first album. The title track is “Crazy Because of You” and it was made by an all-star combination: co-composed by Jo Young Soo and Kim Tae Hyun and penned by Wheesung. This dance track has a pop feel with electronic sounds. This song has already topped many music charts in Korea and it is our biggest mover this week, up 10 spots to No. 6. 2010 is not even three months in and this is already T-Ara's 3rd top 10 hits. They are quickly becoming one of the most popular female groups in Korea.


7. (--) 4men (feat. 美) - 못해 (Can't Do)
Score: 632 (-30)
Genre: R&B Ballad

Music: Yoon Min Soo / Lyrics: Min Yeon Jae
Album: 4men Special Album "The 3rd Generation" Track 2
Watch: MV Live Performance
Comment: Title song of 4Men's special album entitled "The 3rd Generation." Written by Vibe's Yoon Min-soo, the rhythm is tension-filled till the end, with heart-breaking lyrics and the sound of Shin Yong-jae's explosive vocals. The song represents the new members of 4Men made up of Young-jae, Yong-jae and Won-joo.






8. (-3) Kim Jong Kook - 이 사람이다 (It's This Person)
Score: 626 (-117)
Genre: Pop Ballad

Music + Lyrics: Park Gun Woo
Album: Kim Jong Kook Vol. 6 Track 1
Watch: MV Live Performance
Comment: With his trademark high pitch voice, "The One Man" Kim Jong Kook is back with his 6th album "Eleventh Story". The title comes from the eleven albums he has released in total since his Turbo days. There are also a total of eleven tracks which all showcases his sweet vocals. Title song "It's This Person" is a sweet easy listening ballad which is tailor-made to fit the singer's voice. This week it dropped three spots to No. 8.


9. (-1) U-Kiss - 빙글빙글 (Spinning)
Score: 535 (-96)
Genre: Pop / Dance

Music + Lyrics: Brave Brothers
Album: U-Kiss Vol. 1 Track 2
Watch: MV Live Performance
Comment: U-Kiss finally releases their first full length album "Only One, Without You". Hit maker, Brave Brothers have participated in the album by producing it and composing songs including the title track is “Spinning;” it is an electronic hip-hop number. The song will catch listeners’ attentions from the start. This week it dropped one spot to No. 9.






10. (-1) Untouchable (feat. Narcia) - 가슴에 살아 (Live In The Heart)
Score: 506 (-65)
Genre: Hip-hop

Album: Untouchable 2nd mini-album Track 4
Watch: MV Live Performance
Comment: Popular hip-hop duo Untouchable is back with their 2nd mini-album. To fit the winter season, this time they have selected a ballad "Live In The Heart" to promote. It also features the sweet vocal of Brown Eyed Girls member Narcia. This week it drops back one spot to No. 10.








11. (-1) Gavy NJ (feat. Sunnyside MJ) - 해바라기 (Sunflower)
Score: 465 (-79)
Genre: R&B Ballad

Music: Min Myung Ki / Lyrics: Jang Hee Young
Album: Gavy NJ Vol. 4 Side B Track 3
Watch: MV Live Performance
Comment: This is the title track of Gavy NJ's fourth studio album. It is a medium-tempo song about the desire to find one's love. The accompaniment of a 28-member string orchestra creates a magnificent and beautiful melody. The main melody, which begins in the prelude, and the ample vocals make this song very impressive.






12. (--) Lee Seung Ki (feat. Baek Chan) - 사랑이 술을 가르쳐 (Love Teaches You How To Drink)
Score: 398 (-34)
Genre: Pop Ballad

Album: Lee Seung Ki Vol. 4 (Repackaged Version) Track 11
Watch: MV
Comment: Lee Seung Ki's latest hit "Love Teaches You How To Drink" is from the repackaged version of his 4th album. This song even though still a ballad, has a more up-tempo arrangement. It also features the rapping of 8Eight's Baek Chan. "Love Teaches You How To Drink" is written by the combination of Hitman Bang and Baek Chan. This team has written many hit songs for different artists recently.






13. (-2) Hyun Ah (feat. Yong Joon Hyung of Beast) - Change
Score: 374 (-162)
Genre: Hip-hop / Dance

Music + Lyrics: Shin Sa Dong Tiger
Album: Hyun Ah digital single "Change" Track 1
Watch: MV Live Performance
Comment: This is the title track of the solo debut digital single album from Hyun-ah of 4Minute. It features Yong Jun-hyung of BEAST. It is a soft yet sexy hip-hop song with the elements of the 1980s old school genre. The lyrics are about doing away with stereotypes and changing everything.






14. (New) Big Mama - 하루만 (Just One Day) *** HOT SHOT DEBUT ***
Score: 323
Genre: R&B Ballad

Album: Big Mama digital single "Just One Day" Track 1
Listen To: Full Song
Comment: After their 4th album in 2007, Big Mama will be back with their 5th album later this month. "Just One Day" served as a preview of the upcoming album and is released first as a digital single. It is produced by Seo El that has produced Fly to the sky, Park Jung Hyun and As One's songs. This song is asking for just one more day before the breakup. The genre is pop ballad and very emotional, portrayed by the powerful and talented voices of Big Mama. It is our highest debut this week at No. 14.




15. (--) Big Bang - Lollipop Part 2
Score: 318 (-37)
Genre: R&B / Hip-hop

Music: Teddy / Lyrics: Teddy, G-Dragon, T.O.P
Album: Big Bang digital single "Lollipop Part 2" Track 1
Watch: MV
Comment: Last year, Big Bang introduced 2NE1 (who ironically is one spot above them this week) with the song Lollipop. Now part 2 of this song has just been released and it is all Big Bang this time. During the past year, each of the members has been busy with their solo activities whether it was through solo music activities or for drama soundtracks. This is their first time in a while since the group has worked together as a whole. The song is a hip-hop electronica number for the LG Cyon mobile phone and once again, it was composed by Teddy with lyrics penned by Teddy, G-Dragon, and TOP. Through this song, the boys are to show their sexy and manly side.


16. (+7) Lim Chang Jung - 잊혀지는 이별 (Forgotten Break Up)
Score: 316 (+109)
Genre: Pop Ballad
Album: Lim Chang Jung "Remind: Remake & Best" Track 1
Watch: MV Live Performance
Comment: Veteran Lim Chang Jung makes a comeback with a remake and best album, REMIND about a year since his last. There are a total of 12 tracks, two of them penned by the artist himself. One of the new songs on the album is “Forgotten Breakup” which was composed and penned by Lim. It starts off with violin which continues on with emotional sad vocals.


17. (-3) 2NE1 - 날 따라 해봐요 (Try To Follow Me)
Score: 294 (-80)
Genre: Hip-hop

Music + Lyrics: Teddy
Album: 2NE1 digital single "Try To Follow Me" Track 1
Watch: MV
Comment: Last year's top new artist, 2NE1, is back with their latest digital single "Try To Follow Me" to hype music listeners. The song was composed by Teddy who has also done “Fire,” “I Don’t Care,” Dara’s “Kiss,” Park Bom’s “You and I,” and CL & Minzi’s “Please Don’t Go.” The song has an unstoppable and strong feel to it. This song is for the new Samsung Corby Folder phone and 2NE1 filmed a CF for it. With usual YG styled hiphop and upbeat music, this song uses a phase of Korean children's song "Try to Follow Me." Within a few hours after the release it took No. 1 spots on many online Korean music charts.


18. (New) One Two - 와랄라 랄라레 (Walala Lalale)
Score: 277
Genre: Hip-hop / Dance

Album: One Two 2nd mini-album Track 1
Watch: MV Live Performance
Comment: Quietly becoming a consistent hit-maker in k-pop, hip-hop duo One Two scores another top 20 hit this week with their latest song "Walala Lalale" coming from their 2nd mini-album of the same title. "Walala Lalale" is a powerful reggae style dance number created by Brave Brothers. This week it debuts on our chart at No. 18.








19. (-6) See Ya, Davichi, T-Ara - 원더우먼 (Wonder Woman)
Score: 273 (-139)
Genre: Pop / Dance

Music: Cho Young Soo / Lyrics: K. Smith
Album: See Ya, Davichi, T-Ara digital single "Wonder Woman" Track 1
Watch: MV Live Performance
Comment: This is the title track of the second digital single album from SeeYa, Davichi and T-Ara. It is a retro-style dance song with an appealing melody. The lyrics are about women's friendship and moral sense. The powerful voices of Yeon-ji, Bo-ram and Soo-mi of SeeYa, Min-kyung and Hae-ri of Davichi and Hyo-min and Eun-jung of T-Ara create a perfect harmony.




20. (New) V.O.S - 미안합니다 (I Am Sorry)
Score: 255
Genre: R&B Ballad

Album: V.O.S Best Collection Album CD 2 Track 1
Watch: MV
Comment: V.O.S has increased their popularity in the last 2 years with all three members Park Ji Hun, Choi Hyun Joon, and Kim Kyung Rok all having their solo works. They recently released a best hit collection album which includes all their past hit songs in two CDs. There is one new song on the album, which is "I Am Sorry", and it enters our chart at No. 20 this week. How high this song will go will partly depend on whether the trio is coming out to perform or not.




21 . (New) Beast - Shock : 224
22 . (-5) ZE:A - Mazeltov : 210
23 . (+1) Rumble Fish - 좋은 사람 있으면 소개시켜줘 ( If You Find a Good Person Introduce Me to Him ) : 198
24 . (New) Outsider - 주변인 ( Outsider ) : 193
25 . (New) Cho PD (feat. Jung Seul Gi) - 보란듯이 ( Act Proudly ) : 184
26 . (New) MBLAQ (feat. C-Luv) - 그대 래 맘에 들어오면은 ( When You Come Into My Heart ) : 183
27 . (New) IU - 다섯째 손가락 ( Fifth Finger ) : 182.5
28 . (-2) J.ae (feat. Eun Ji Won) - No. 5 : 181
29 . (New) M4 - 널 위한 멜로디 ( Melody for You ) : 179.5
30 . (-11) Ga In & Jo Kwon - 우리 사랑하게 됐어요 ( We Fell In Love ) : 173
31 . (-13) Yim Jae Bum - 낙인 ( Stigma: KBS Drama "Chuno" OST ) : 169
32 . (-11) Kim Yeon Ji (See Ya) - 우리 다시 만나요 ( Let's Meet Again ) : 151
33 . (-5) Na Yoon Kwon - 멍청이 ( Fool ) : 143.5
34 . (-4) Lyn (feat. Seo In Kook) - 새로고침 ( Refresh ) : 120
35 . (-13) Trax - 가슴이 차가운 남자 ( Let You Go ) : 117
36 . (-11) After School - 너 때문에 ( Because Of You ) : 102
37 . (New) December - 배운 게 사랑이라 ( Learned My Lesson In Love ) : 101
38 . (-7) Younha - 오늘 헤어졌어요 ( We Broke Up Today ) : 85
39 . (New) Brian - In My Head : 77
40 . (+9) Tin Tin Five - 청춘 ( Adolescence ) : 73.5
41 . (-14) An Jin Kyung - 못된 사람 ( Bad Person ) : 66
42 . (New) DNA - 동경 소년 ( Toyko Boy ) : 62
43 . (-8) Lisa (feat. Miryo) - 우리 결혼할까? ( Shall We Marry? ) : 60.5
44 . (-2) Lucid Fall - 고등어 ( Mackerel ) : 60
45 . (-5) Kiroy Y - 밤하늘의 별을 ( Stars In The Night ) : 59
46 . (New) Gyu Hyun (Super Junior) - 듣다..그대를 ( Listening…to You: MBC Drama "Pasta" OST ) : 54
47 . (-11) Park Mi Kyung - 돌아와 ( Come Back ) : 53
48 . (-28) Kim Jin Pyo - 로맨틱 겨울 ( Romantic Winter ) : 52
49 . (-12) Just - 못난 사랑 ( Bad Love ) : 51
50 . (-6) IU & Na Yoon Kwon - 첫사랑이죠 ( It's My First Love ) : 50


Sources of the chart


Air Monitor Chart - 15%
Cable Sources (MNet, KMTV, Cable Airplays) - 15%
Various Internet charts (Dosirak, Bugs, Melon, Naver, Monkey3, Daum, Cyworld, Soribada) - 15%
ChartKorea - 10%
Hottracks Weekly Album Sales (2 weeks lag) - 10%
SBS Inky Gayo Take 7 + Internet Chart + MP3 Download Chart - 10%
MBC Inky Top 100 Chart - 10%
KBS Music Bank K-Chart - 10%
Gasoo appearance on gayo shows (MBC Music Core, SBS Inky Gayo, KBS Music Bank, MBC Music Travel LaLaLa, SBS Kim Jung Eun Chocolate, KBS Yoo Hee Yeol Sketchbook , YTN Live Power Music, MTV Non-stop, Pops In Seoul) - 5%


Source : http://www.soompi.com/news/weekly_kpop_music_chart_2010_march_week_2 with some editing
Special Thanks To : SOOMPI.com

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