CxM (SEVENTEEN), comprising members S.COUPS and MINGYU, unveiled the highlight medley for their 1st Mini Album HYPE VIBES today, providing a glimpse into genre-spanning 6 tracks ahead of its arrival on September 29.
Opening true to form, the highlight medley kicks off with a hip-hop track “Fiesta”—blending an additive flute melody and kitschy talk box—that sets the tone in the unit’s own rhythm with their confident and cool demeanor. The clip takes a more uplifting turn with the lead single “5, 4, 3 (Pretty woman) (feat. Lay Bankz),” a disco-infused track that creatively interpolates Roy Orbison’s timeless hit “Oh, Pretty Woman,” capturing the raw emotions and thrill of a romantic encounter through candid, straightforward delivery. Rising Gen Z artist Lay Bankz features on the track, adding a fresh twist to the romantic sound.
The medley continues to showcase snippets of 4 additional tracks spanning diverse genres, offering something for every listener to celebrate the colorful, electric moments of the present: “Worth it,” a hip-hop track driven by deep 808 bass and striking synth lines; “For you,” a pop track with an easy-listening sound; “Young again,” a rock-based track blending emotive guitar melodies with punchy, driving drums; and finally “Earth,” an EDM track with soaring vocal layers paired with hyper-style synths, closing the album with a powerful, driving energy that feels limitless and unstoppable.
The iconic duo also dropped two concept photo sets—BUDDY and COMBI—in the lead-up to the medley, each capturing distinct daytime and nighttime vibes. Shot in Hawaii, the photos showcase a relaxed, natural side of the duo, evoking the free spirit of a summer vacation and highlighting their genuine, relatable appeal. Shortly after, the tracklist followed, revealing the titles and credits for all tracks featured on the mini-album.
What stands out is that S.COUPS and MINGYU are credited with songwriting and composing on all 6 tracks, reaffirming their reputation as creative powerhouses. Having honed their artistry through years of contributions to SEVENTEEN’s discography, the hip-hop unit work, as well as their respective solo tracks—“Jungle (S.COUPS Solo)” and “Shake It Off (MINGYU Solo)” from the group’s recent studio album—the duo now push their creative vision to the forefront, signaling expanding possibilities and building anticipation for their next chapter.
CxM’s 1st Mini Album HYPE VIBES will be available on all streaming platforms worldwide on September 29 at 5AM EST / 6 PM KST.
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