Free Somebody is the debut solo mini album by Luna of f(x). It was released on May 31, 2016 with "Free Somebody" serving as the album's title track. "Keep On Doin'" was also performed in music shows.
Composition[]
The title track "Free Somebody" is an electronic pop dance track, with a future house sound. The lyrics describe the desire of wanting to help someone find their true self so they can freely live their dream.[1]
"I Wish" and "My Medicine" were both written and composed by Luna. The lyrics of "I Wish" describe her hope that "young girls and young boys will never know the bitter taste of coffee and the dark side of the world".[1] "My Medicine" is an "R&B ballad song with a warm and fantasy-like feeling" that Luna wrote for her mother.[1]
Reception[]
Critical reception[]
"Free Somebody" was ranked #9 on Dazed's 20 best K-pop songs of 2016.[2]
Commercial performance[]
The album had a moderate success in South Korea, selling over 10,000 copies in 2016; but Free Somebody was considered a refreshing and unexpected move from Luna's predominant image as a ballad singer, its electronic style resonating especially with international audiences.[3]
Track list[]
- "Free Somebody" - 3:20
- "Breathe" - 3:39
- "Keep On Doin'" - 3:13
- "I Wish (예쁜 소녀)" - 3:43
- "Galaxy" - 3:06
- "My Medicine" - 3:23
Merchandise[]
In June 2016, following the release of the album, exclusive Free Somebody merchandise was made available for sale at SMTOWN Stardium stores and at the SUM store of COEX Artium Mall in Seoul.
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