Magenta (EP)


Magenta is the third extended play by South Korean singer and songwriter Kang Daniel. It will be released on August 3, 2020 by Konnect Entertainment and distributed by Sony Music Korea. Magenta contains six tracks with "Who U Are" as its lead single. "Waves" featuring Simon Dominic and Jamie was pre-released on July 27.

Background

On July 5, 2020, Konnect Entertainment posted a comeback teaser video for Magenta, the second mini album in Kang's "Color" album trilogy series. Album pre-orders began on July 13. While Cyan showed bright and refreshing colors, Magenta is described as having strong and powerful colors that capture the beginning and end of summer. Kang participated in writing five songs.

Composition

Inspired by dancehall and hip-hop, "Waves" has 808 bass drums, Latin guitar, and piano staccato sounds. Lyrically, the song is about succumbing to waves of emotion. "Who U Are" combines 808 bass drums, Latin guitar, flute, synthesizer, and vocal effects.

Promotion

Kang revealed the "Waves" music video at his online fan meeting on July 25 prior to the official music site release. To commemorate the album's release, he will hold an album countdown V Live show on August 3 and virtual fan-sign event on August 5. Kang plans to promote on music shows for two weeks.

Track listing

Charts

Weekly charts

Monthly charts

Singles

"Waves"
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position
South Korea

"Who U Are"
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South Korea

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Release history