Poppin' Star

⋆ Genre: Bubblegum Pop

⋆ Producing Credits: Shae Jacobs

⋆ Writing/Composing Credits: Shae Jacobs, Lauren Amber Aquilina, ADORA, "Hitman" Bang, Jeon Soo Kyung, Song Jae Kyung

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ABOUT/MEANING: ‘Poppin' Star’ is a vibrant and uplifting track that celebrates the joy of friendship and the magic of living in the present moment. The song highlights how even the simplest, most ordinary experiences become extraordinary when shared with those who matter. It portrays the boys* as bright stars who light up each other’s lives, emphasizing the special energy they create together. With its upbeat rhythm and playful tone, the track embodies the boundless optimism and enthusiasm of adolescence, encouraging them to seize the moment, embrace joy, and cherish their connections.

*For further context on the song check out 'The Dream Chapter: MAGIC' album summary

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LYRICS - ENGLISH TRANSLATION

Electrifying static

You’re a popping star

This fuzzy head feeling

The good feeling my love

Ah, is this perhaps the firework

That I can feel when I chew a mouthful of stardust?

This tingling feeling that has filled my mouth

Its sweetness is melting me down

Jjirit jjirit, it’s strange like an electric current

TRANSLATION NOTE: The phrase 'Jjirit jjirit' (찌릿찌릿) is a Korean onomatopoeia that mimics the sound of a sharp, tingling sensation, often associated with something electrifying or thrilling. The exact translation can vary depending on the context, but it generally refers to a feeling of excitement, nervousness, or something that sends a shiver down your spine.

I need a more, more, more powerful popping

This isn’t enough, I want something stronger

Full of lemon, lime, orange, chew yeh

I need a more, more, more powerful popping

Full of lemon, lime, orange, chew yeh

The battery on the tip of my tongue, pop explosion

Taking a rest, a slime vacation

Guys, it's like a dizzying rollercoaster

SELF REFERENCE: 'Roller Coaster'

You know that feeling 1 second before it falls

(We know that feeling)

Sometimes it's okay to be a little dangerous

Opening a lock behind your mom’s back

The things we did yesterday are already boring

I need a more, more, more powerful popping

Over the desk I high-five the sky

Full of lemon, lime, orange, chew yeh

I need a more, more, more powerful popping

Full of lemon, lime, orange, chew yeh

This might be something that the country allowed

A secret hidden just among us

It's not permitted for just anyone

Try popping a mouthful

Let’s pump it up, pump it up, pump it up

Turn it up, turn it up, turn it up

It's not permitted for just anyone

Try popping a mouthful

Jjirit jjirit, it’s strange like an electric current

I need a more, more, more powerful popping

This isn’t enough, I want something stronger

Full of lemon, lime, orange, chew yeh

I need a more, more, more powerful popping

Full of lemon, lime, orange, chew yeh (2x)

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Helpful Context (Album Summary): 'The Dream Chapter: Magic' continues the boys’ journey as they embrace the boundless possibilities of youth. Defying expectations, they explore new experiences - young love, adventure, and the freedom to be themselves. In this magical space, they find both escape and empowerment, further solidifying their bond as they face the emotional chaos of adolescence. The album celebrates the spirit of adolescence: a time of wonder, youthful rebellion, and self-discovery, where “magic” offers both escape and endless possibility.

Helpful Context (Album Series Summary): The Dream Chapter trilogy follows five boys, united by one dream, navigating the transition from childhood to adolescence. Set in a dreamlike world, through themes of friendship, self-discovery, and emotional growth, the albums explore the complexities of this pivotal time in life. The series also mirrors TOMORROW X TOGETHER’s own journey as artists, reflecting their evolution from trainees to debut artists and their pursuit of dreams.

*In the context of TXT’s discography, the term ‘boy’/‘boys’ are used to represent both the members themselves as well as serve as generalized protagonists embodying the universal experiences of youth.