⋆ Genre [Source: Naver/BigHit]: New Jack Swing, R&B
⋆ Producing Credits: Slow Rabbit
⋆ Writing/Composing Credits: Slow Rabbit, Moonshine, Cazzi Opeia, Ellen Berg, Supreme Boi
'Blue Orangeade' explores the captivating dynamics of a relationship where opposites attract. The song’s title and imagery draw from the concept of complementary colors - blue and orange - which, though opposite on the color wheel, create a vibrant and balanced harmony when used together. This metaphor reflects how the boys*, despite their differences, complement each other, forming a unique and refreshing bond. Their contrasting qualities - symbolized by their differing preferences and personalities - become the foundation of their unity, showing that opposing traits strengthen rather than divide them, much like the unexpected blend of a blue-orange drink. The song celebrates the joy of finding harmony in contrast, reinforcing the idea that even in a world full of differences, connection and unity can emerge.
*For further context on the song check out 'The Dream Chapter: STAR' album summary
LYRICS - ENGLISH TRANSLATION (translations by @translatingTXT)
In the written lyrics below, there are a couple of explanations of lyrics and translations not covered in the lyric video. Feel free to check them out if you're interested.
Someone say, what's going on
How exactly did you
Meet someone who's the complete opposite of you?
I don’t know either, but
I know we just keep being
So drawn to each other
You like red roses
You like the blue sea
But I like violet and
Wanna go to the mountains
We're the complete opposite
That’s what makes it more special
It seems like
As though we’re like Blue Orangeade
We like, we like, we like
In this world of darkness
You’re my coolest color
Girl I need it need it need it need it babe
Need need it need it
The complementary color that seems completely opposite
Complementary colors are a pair of colors that are opposite each other on the color wheel (like blue and orange). When placed next to each other, they enhance each other's intensity, creating a more vibrant effect.
I wanna color this world
Between us between us between us babe
Just between us
Say woah
Just between us babe
Say woah
Won't you give it to me?
The complementary color that seems completely opposite
Wanna be with you
Just between between between between us babe
Just between between us
You like mornings
And I fall asleep in the mornings
When I say “Good morning”
You say “Good night”
Hey
You like 2Pac, I like Biggie Biggie
You're a puppy, I'm a kitty kitty
We’re like S and N magnets
We are only complete when I exist by your side
A magnet has two ends known as poles: the North (N) and the South (S). According to the basic law of magnetism, opposite poles attract each other, while like poles repel each other.
You like red roses
You like the blue sea
But I like violet and
Wanna go to the mountains
We're the complete opposite
That’s what makes it more special
It seems like
As though we’re like Blue Orangeade
We like, we like, we like
In this world of darkness
You’re the coolest color of mine
Girl I need it need it need it need it babe
Need need it need it
The complementary color that seems completely opposite
I wanna color this world
Between us between us between us babe
Just between us
You're the center of my life
You're the flame inside my heart
-1+[+1]
I can stay young cuz of you
'Zero' is pronounced as 'young/영' in Korean, creating a clever wordplay in the lyrics by integrating the concept of staying young with the phonetic sound of the Korean word for 0 as the equation "-1 + [+1]" equals zero.
Just like how winter passes
You make me bloom,
You make my cold self thaw
Oh yeah yeah yeah
In this world of darkness
You’re the coolest color of mine
Girl I need it need it need it need it babe
Need need it need it
The complementary color that seems completely opposite
I wanna color this world
Between us between us between us babe
Just between us
Say woah
Just between us babe
Say woah
Won't you give it to me?
The complementary color that seems completely opposite
Wanna be with you
Between us between us between us babe
Just between between us
Helpful Context (Album Summary): ‘The Dream Chapter: STAR' marks the beginning of the story of five boys*, capturing the moment they come together under a shared dream. Finding strength in one another, they step beyond childhood and into adolescence, facing both the excitement of new possibilities and the anxieties that define youth. Looking up at the night sky, they hold onto dreams that once felt distant, believing that together, they can turn the impossible into reality. As TXT’s debut album, this EP embodies their name - TOMORROW X TOGETHER - highlighting how differences can be bridged through a common vision for a better tomorrow. It sets the stage for the chapters to come, shaping not just their dreams but the path they will walk together. [*Within TXT's discography-based narrative the 'boys/boy' can be interpreted as representing the TXT members, but they also serve as generalized protagonists used to convey the broader experiences of youth.]
Helpful Context (Album Series Summary): The Dream Chapter trilogy chronicles the journey of five boys* transitioning from childhood to adolescence, united by a common dream. As they navigate this pivotal period of youth, the albums explore the evolution of their friendship, the trials they face, and their growth as individuals. Set in a dreamlike world, the trilogy reflects their pursuit of aspirations, capturing both the hope and struggles that shape their path. Additionally, the Dream Chapter series serves as a metaphor for TOMORROW X TOGETHER’s own journey, from trainees to debut artists, highlighting their shared experience of self-discovery and the challenges they face in chasing their dreams. [*Within TXT's discography-based narrative the 'boys/boy' can be interpreted as representing the TXT members, but they also serve as generalized protagonists used to convey the broader experiences of youth.]
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