Inspired by the urban legend of a man appearing in dreams worldwide, “THIS MAN” reinterprets this intriguing story with an original twist. With “THIS MAN,” the highly anticipated unit JxW, consisting of JEONGHAN and WONWOO, introduces a fresh genre to SEVENTEEN’s discography. The album contains three tracks spanning diverse musical styles, sparking imagination and offering rich storytelling open to multiple interpretations.
Moreover, “Last Night (Guitar by Juwon Park),” is a medium-tempo track with a dark and seductive atmosphere. It features dramatic synths and acoustic guitar melodies by renowned South Korean gypsy guitarist Juwon Park. JEONGHAN’s sweet and smooth voice, paired with WONWOO’s deep and rough tones, brings to life the story of two men who journey through people’s dreams in search of their desires.
The album’s two solo tracks unveil new dimensions of JxW, highlighting their unique and distinct charms. JEONGHAN’s solo song, “Beautiful Monster,” is a medium-tempo R&B track that blends a lovely melody and lyrics with comforting vocals, inviting listeners to hum along. WONWOO, known for his intense rap in SEVENTEEN, showcases the ballad “Leftover.” This song features a lyrical melody and WONWOO’s sensitive vocals, with string sounds that intensify towards the end, amplifying the emotional impact.
The release of “THIS MAN” heightens the excitement just before SEVENTEEN’s upcoming visit to Europe next week. The 13 members will attend the official ceremony for their designation as UNESCO’s Goodwill Ambassadors for Youth on June 26 at UNESCO Headquarters in Paris, France. Following this, they will head to the UK to perform on Glastonbury Festival’s Pyramid Stage on June 28.
