Welcome to MAMAMOOSIC, a blog project which focuses on the incredible music of MAMAMOO, a 4-member Korean girl group created in 2014 by Kim Do-Hoon of RBW (Rainbow Bridge World). The music of MAMAMOO employs elements of jazz, soul, funk, lounge, urban R&B, hip-hop, EDM and world music to produce a unique modern style which, although highly musical, ultimately still aims primarily for fun and excitement. Each post on this blog project will closely examine one of MAMAMOO's albums, and also include links to secondary non-album releases, exclusive online tracks, and live covers. Although MAMAMOO's accomplishments also extend into video production, dance, and fan engagement (of course), for now this blog will only concentrate on their musical achievements.

reality in BLACK

Mamamoo’s 2nd full-length album, reality in BLACK, was released on November 14th, 2019 (the word BLACK stands for "Bless Life And Carry Knowledge"). Hwasa contributed lyrics to the title song, "HIP", and Moonbyul contributed raps to six tracks. The concept design for this release included looks at the members of Mamamoo as if they lived in parallel universes living entirely different careers. This concept was also explored in the MV for "HIP". Additionally, the concept photos were released at 11:11 PM, indicating four parallel lines of existence creating a single "portal". However the use of "Destiny" as the title track proves that Mamamoo will eventually materialize as a unit in any world.  
1st Universe: Mamamoo members of the universe we currently live in.
2nd Universe: 
Solar is a princess.
Moonbyul is a music video director.
Wheein is an environmentalist.
Hwasa is a mother. 
3rd Universe: 
Solar is a boxer.
Moonbyul is a choreographer.
Wheein is a painter.
Hwasa is a musical actor.
4th Universe: 
Solar is a rock star.
Moonbyul is an entertainment CEO.
Wheein is an indie artist.
Hwasa is the President.
Music from this album first appeared during Mamamoo's appearances on the girl group competition program Queendom, when Mamamoo debuted "Destiny" on October 25th, 2019. The title track for reality in BLACK was "HIP", although "Ten Nights" and "4x4ever" were also performed during a few comeback programs. 

In the following months of 2020, most of the members released solo albums. On February 14th, 2020, Moon Byul released her second solo album, Dark Side of the Moon, led by the title track "ECLIPSE". On April 23rd, Solar released her debut album single "Spit It Out". Hwasa followed with her debut album Maria on June 29th.

reality in BLACK

1. "Destiny (We Were Meant To Meet Again Eventually)" (우린 결국 다시 만날 운명이었지) 

This track originally appeared as part of the compilation Queendom FINAL and gave Mamamoo their win on the TV competition program. The song describes a breakup which will inevitably result in a reunion in the future. Featuring "country rap" breaks, strong melodies and driven by distinctive guitar lines, the song was later re-imagined as a ballad for the album WAW.

Lyrics by 김도훈/Kim Do Hoon, 박우상/Park Woo Sang
Composed by 김도훈/Kim Do Hoon, 박우상/Park Woo Sang
Arranged by 김도훈/Kim Do Hoon, 박우상/Park Woo Sang

Guitar: 정재필(영)/Jung Jae-Pil(Young), 김도훈/Kim Do Hoon
Piano: 박우상/Park Woo Sang
Drum Programming: 박우상/Park Woo Sang
Chorus: 마마무/Mamamoo, 박우상/Park Woo Sang

English lyrics  /  Color-coded lyrics    

2. "Universe"  

This track has a synth element which translates to an element of "outer space". It also ties into the album theme of four parallel universes.

Lyrics by 코스믹 사운드/Cosmic Sound, 코스믹 걸/Cosmic Girl, 문별/Moonbyul
Composed by 코스믹 사운드/Cosmic Sound, 코스믹 걸/Cosmic Girl
Arranged by 코스믹 사운드/Cosmic Sound, 코스믹 걸/Cosmic Girl

Keyboard: 코스믹 사운드/Cosmic Sound
Chorus: 코스믹 걸/Cosmic Girl

English lyrics  /  Color-coded lyrics    

3. "Ten Nights" (열 밤) 

This is a "post-break up" piano ballad which specifically highlights the vocal prowess of the members (Moonbyul has no rap and even sings the highest note in the song). It is also highlighted by some delicate guitar.

Lyrics by 원연정/Won Yeon Jung, 김현아/Kim Hyeon Ah, 황성진/Hwang Sung Jin
Composed by 코코두부아빠/Cocodooboopapa, 장진영/Jang Jin Young, 황성진/Hwang Sung Jin
Arranged by 코코두부아빠/Cocodooboopapa, 장진영/Jang Jin Young

Guitar: 김상우/Kim Sangwoo
Bass: 김영현/Kim Young Hyun
Piano: 김영현/Kim Young Hyun, 김정용/Kim Jung Yong
Drum Programming: 김영현/Kim Young Hyun
Chorus: 마마무/Mamamoo
Strings: RB-INJ
String Arrangement: 권석홍/Kwon Seok Hong

English lyrics  /  Color-coded lyrics    

4. "Hip"
This song cleverly leverages guitar, brass and synth to create a dance powerhouse. The lyrics celebrate a person's individual sense of style without worrying about what other people think of them. It dismisses the need for acceptable fashion choices in order to satisfy traditional standards. In some ways, the lyrics address some of the media attention earlier aimed at Hwasa herself. The choreography for this song (created by Lia Kim) highlighted Mamamoo's most complex to date.
Lyrics by 김도훈/Kim Do Hoon, 박우상/Park Woo Sang, 화사/Hwa Sa
Composed by 김도훈/Kim Do Hoon, 박우상/Park Woo Sang, 화사/Hwa Sa
Arranged by 김도훈/Kim Do Hoon, 박우상/Park Woo Sang

Guitar: 김도훈/Kim Do Hoon
Piano: 박우상/Park Woo Sang
Synth: 김도훈/Kim Do Hoon, 박우상/Park Woo Sang
Drum Programming: 김도훈/Kim Do Hoon, 박우상/Park Woo Sang
Chorus: 마마무/Mamamoo, 박우상/Park Woo Sang

English lyrics  /  Color-coded lyrics   /   MV /  Instrumental  /   PV  /   Relay Dance   /   DANCE THE X   /   Studio 1 Million  /   Studio CHOOM   /   Casual Choreo    /   Draft ver   /   Moonbyul PV   /   PV Rockstar ver.

5. "4x4ever"

This dance-pop song urges the listener to live without fear of failure and to enjoy life, knowing that positive connections transcend time and space.

Lyrics by 이상호/Lee Sang-ho, 이기/Iggy, 서용배/Seo Yong Bae, 문별/Moonbyul
Composed by 이상호/Lee Sang-ho, 이기/Iggy, 서용배/Seo Yong Bae, Mayu Wakisaka
Arranged by 이기/Iggy, 서용배/Seo Yong Bae

Guitar: 이기/Iggy
Keyboard: 이기/Iggy
Drum Programming: 서용배/Seo Yong Bae
Chorus: 마마무/Mamamoo

English lyrics  /  Color-coded lyrics    

6. "Better"

In this synth-pop R&B song, the speaker states that it is better to be alone than in the wrong relationship. 

Lyrics by 코스믹 사운드/Cosmic Sound, 코스믹 걸/Cosmic Girl, 문별/Moonbyul
Composed by 코스믹 사운드/Cosmic Sound, 코스믹 걸/Cosmic Girl
Arranged by 코스믹 사운드/Cosmic Sound, 코스믹 걸/Cosmic Girl

Guitar: 권수현/Kwon Soo Hyun
Keyboard: 코스믹 사운드/Cosmic Sound
Chorus: 코스믹 걸/Cosmic Girl

English lyrics  /  Color-coded lyrics    

7. "Hello Mama" 

This restrained ballad uses nostalgic strings to portrays a remembrance of good times in the past. 

Lyrics by 서용배/Seo Yong Bae, 이후상/Lee Hoo-sang, 문별/Moonbyul
Composed by 서용배/Seo Yong Bae, 이후상/Lee Hoo-sang
Arranged by 이후상/Lee Hoo-sang

Bass, Piano, Drum Programming: 이후상/Lee Hoo-sang
Strings: RB-INJ
String Arrangement: 권석홍/Kwon Seok Hong
Background vocals: 동림/Dong Lim

English lyrics  /  Color-coded lyrics    

8. "ZzZz" (심심해, "Boring")  

This bouncy electronic synth-pop track describes how boredom can infect everyday life.

Lyrics by 이후상/Lee Hoo-sang, 류지수/Ryu Ji Soo, 문별/Moonbyul
Composed by 이후상/Lee Hoo-sang, 류지수/Ryu Ji Soo
Arranged by 이후상/Lee Hoo-sang

Synth, Drum Programming: 이후상/Lee Hoo-sang
Background vocals: 마마무/Mamamoo, 류지수/Ryu Ji Soo

English lyrics  /  Color-coded lyrics    

9. "rEALITY"  

Utilizing an ironically  light guitar riff, the song's "reversed" title reflects the acceptance of a reversal in a relationship. Moon Byul employs an "emo rap" in this song.

Lyrics by 박우상/Park Woo Sang
Composed by 박우상/Park Woo Sang
Arranged by 박우상/Park Woo Sang, 정재필(영)/Jung Jae-Pil(Young)
Guitar: 정재필(영)/Jung Jae-Pil(Young)
Piano, Drum Programming: 박우상/Park Woo Sang
Background vocals: 마마무/Mamamoo, 박수진/Park Soo Jin

English lyrics  /  Color-coded lyrics    

10. "High Tension"

This is a "jazz hip-hop" track which uses vintage drum sounds to create a sexy dance atmosphere of excitement.

Lyrics by 재리포터/Jaeri Potter, 문별/Moonbyul
Composed by 박해일/Park Hae Il, 재리포터/Jaeri Potter, 빅싼초/Big San Cho
Arranged by 빅싼초/Big San Cho, 박해일/Park Hae Il

Piano: 박해일/Park Hae Il
Bass: 빅싼초/Big San Cho
Background vocals: 전재희/Jeon Jae-hee 

English lyrics  /  Color-coded lyrics    

11. "I'm Your Fan"

Written by Solar, this a tropical house track which describes the speaker becoming a "fan" of a prospective lover. 

Lyrics by 솔라/Solar
Composed by 솔라/Solar
Arranged by 밍키/Mingki

Background vocals: 마마무/Mamamoo

English lyrics  /  Color-coded lyrics    /   Guide ver - Solar

Releases and exclusive online performances (tracks)

190816 "Hello" (Queendom version) 
190819 KCON Concert in LA (USA)
190822 “LEOPARD”, Solar w. Ravi (라비)  
190829 "Decalcomanie" (Queendom ver)
190904 “Goodbye” (헤어지자) (Prod Jungkey), Whee In [Soar - Single] 
190912 "Speechless" - Solar, KCON 2019 LA
190913 “Good Luck”(AOA) (Queendom), single
190912 "Title" (Kiana Ledé), Wheein Dance PV
190928 "Four Seasons F/W" concert in Hong Kong
Starry Night
Egotistic
Rainy Season
Gleam
No More Drama
Wind Flower
Better Than I Thought
My Star
Gogobebe
Moonbyul Solo Stage
Selfish
TVXQ Medley (I Believe + Hug + The Way U Are + Only Know This + Rising Sun)
Moon Movie
Wheein Solo Stage
Let's Break Up
7 rings
Be Like Me (Dance Cover)
Runaway Baby w Drum Solo
Hwasa Solo Stage
The Hwasa Show (Crazy In Love + Orange Colored Sky + You Da One + That's My Heart + Mr. Ambiguous + I'm Being Dumb + Don't Give Me)
Twit
Solar Solo Stage
My Heart Will Go On
Hello
A Little Sweet
Fever
Shut Up And Let Me Go
Burning
Immortal Masterpiece Medley (Dumesangol + A girl’s love story + The road to Sampo + You in a cloudy memory + A rapturous confession + Flying deep into the night)
Never Letting Go
Star Wind Flower Sun
I'm Your Fan
Decalcomanie
Yes I Am
Words Don't Come Easy
Um Oh Ah Yeh
191005 “Encounter” (만남) (Immortal Song 2)
191010 “Wish You Were Gay” (Billie Eilish), Hwa Sa x Kei (Queendom)
191011 “In The Fall” (가을속에서), Hwa Sa x WOOGIE, piano ver
191018 “I Miss You (2019 ver.)” (Queendom), single
191020 "Two Moons" Moonbyul PV
191025 “Destiny”  (Queendom) (single, on reality in BLACK)
191031 "Destiny" (Queendom live)
191114 reality in BLACK, 2nd Full Album, "HIP" single, Media Showcase (HIP, Destiny)
191114  VLive Fan Showcase
191114 "Universe", "Ten Nights", " HIP"  (1theK Live ONE Showcase)
191115 "Ten Nights", "HIP" Comeback Stage (KBS2 Music Bank)
191116 "Destiny (Strings ver)/HIP" (VLIVE AWARDS V HEARTBEAT)
191118 "HIP" (CoolFM)
191122 "HIP" (Music Bank)
191123 "Don't (2018 Mama Remix)" 
191123 "I Miss You", Solo stages, "HIP" (Yoo Hee-Yeol's Sketchbook)
191128 "4Season" MV
191130 “Twit”, “gogobebe (remix)” (Melon Music Awards)
191219 MAMA Awards w JYP ("New Rules", "Twit", "Don't Leave Me", "HIP", "You're the One (Party ver)", "Who's Your Mama/Yes I Am"), ("Twit Remix" single)
191222 “SNOW”, Moonbyul (Birthday Gift)
191225 “gogobebe (rock)”, “HIP” (SBS Gayo Daejeon)
191227 "4x4ever" (first stage), "HIP" (KBS Song Festival) 
191231 "Destiny"x "HIP" (MBC Gayo Dajeon)
200101 "Very Nice" , "You're the Best/Clap" (w Seventeen) (MBC Music Festival 2)
200102 “22 Song Cover”, Solar x Cosmic Girl (Solarsido)
200104 “Gogobebe (Rock ver)”, “HIP” (Golden Disc Awards)
200104 “Love”, “TWIT”, Hwasa, (Golden Disc Awards)
200108 "Twit", Hwasa (Gaon Music Chart)
200116 “A Song from the Past” (이 노랜 꽤 오래된 거야), Solar x Kassy  
200116 "Fever" - Solar (MBC FM)
200118 “90s-00s Songs Medley”, "I Will Always Love You", Solar (Yoo Hee Yeol's Sketchbook)
200128 “I Miss You” (자꾸 더 보고싶은 사람) [Dr Romantic 2 OST Part-6]
200130 "Tonight Is the Night" - Solar x Kim Hyun Chul, "Gogobebe (rock ver)" (Seoul Music Awards)
200204: “Weird Day” (낯선날), Moonbyul (on Dark Side of the Moon)
200204 “HIP (Japanese Ver)” (on reality in BLACK Japanese ver) MV 
200214 Moonbyul - Dark Side of the Moon 2nd Solo Album

1. "Eclipse" (달이 태양을 가릴 때) (title track) MV , PV  , PV (Dancer Change Ver) ,   Casual Choreo  ,  Dance Cover Collab w AleXa
2. "Mirror"
3. "Iljido" PV
4. "Moon Movie" (features a "Grime" rap style)
5. "Weird Day" (feat. Punch) (from single)
6. "Snow"
200219 “Shampoo” [Japanese Single] (on reality in BLACK Japanese ver),  Casual Choreo
200221 "Empty", Solar 
200311 reality in BLACK (Japanese Edition)
12. "HIP" (Japanese ver.) (Japanese rel.)
13. "Shampoo" (Japanese rel., from single) (lyrics by Eri Osanai, Moonbyul, Im Sang-hyuck, Cocodooboopapa, SUKA, music by Im Sang-hyuck, Cocodooboopapa)
200318 “Physical (remix)”, Dua Lipa (Feat. Hwa Sa) 
200318 Daehan Gopchang CF
200402 “Q” (모르겠다고), ONEWE (Feat. Hwa Sa), Band Ver.
200411 Live K Concert
200417 “Honey” (Kehlani), Whee In 
200417 "Be Like Me" (Lil Pump) - Wheein PV
200419 “Orbit”, Hwa Sa [The King: Eternal Monarch OST Part2]
200423 “Spit It Out” (뱉어) Solar 1st Single Album  MV  , PV,  Relay Dance , Suit Dance , Perf. MV , Solo PV , Casual Choreo - MOVE REC PV
200501 “With My Tears” (내 눈물 모아), Whee In [Hospital Playlist OST Part8]
200503 "7 Rings" (Ariana Grande), Wheein
200521 "Lo Lo" (Destiny Rogers), Wheein PV
200523 “Do Do Do Do” (돼버릴거야) (Prod Giriboy), DinDin (Feat. Whee In)
200527 “Say Yes”, Punch (Feat. Moonbyul) 
200528 "Say So" (Doja Cat) - Solar PV
200529 Moonbyul: 門oon: Repackage
1. "Intro: Satellite”
8. "Absence" (부재), MV  ,   MOVE REC PV
9. "Absence (Inst.)"
200530 "1st Ontact Concert" - Moonbyul
Satellite
Moon Movie
In My Room
Snow
Hey (Paul Kim)
Don't Forget (Crush), Thought Of You (John Park), Let's Go See the Stars (Jukjae)
Eclipse (Acoustic ver.)
Iljido
Love & Hate
Selfish (with Wheein)
Honey (Kehlani) - Wheein
Absence
Eclipse
200610 “Let's Go See The Stars” (Park Bogum), Moonbyul
200610 “Gimme Gimme” (Second Aunt KimDaVi), Whee In 
200610 "Let's Go See the Stars" (Jukjae), Moonbyul
200612 “Flower”, Whee In
200612 “Greedyy”, JeA (Feat. Moonbyul)
200615 Intro: “Nobody Else”, Hwa Sa 1st Mini Album [Maria] 
200626 “NAPPA” (Crush), Whee In
200629 Hwa Sa - Maria 1st Mini-Album

  1. "Intro: Nobody Else"
  2. "Maria" (마리아), MV ,   Relay Dance , CHOOM Be Original PV , RBW PV , 1MILLION PV ,
  3. "Kidding (Prod. Zico)"
  4. "Why"
  5. "I'm Bad Too (feat. DPR LIVE)"(Live)
  6. "LMM" MV , Sketch MV , Musicgraphy
  7. "Twit" (from single)
200713 “Trying To Say Goodbye” (Live) (Yountoven), Moonbyul  (single)
200713 “Commercial Song Medley” (14 Songs in 3 minutes), Solar (Solarsido)
200716 “LMM”, Hwa Sa MV
200723 “Watermelon Sugar” (Harry Stiles), Hwa Sa
200725 “Candy” (Baekhyun), Whee In  
200801 “Exciting” (신난다), SSAK3 feat. Mamamoo  
200805 “I'm Bad Too (feat. DPR LIVE)”, Hwa Sa
200818 “Diet”, Whee In x Peakboy (픽보이), Live
200824 "15 Songs Cover Medley 2" - Solar (Solarsido)