NCT, which stands for Neo Culture Technology, is a recently debuted group from SM Entertainment. The group has an interesting concept where the number of members is limitless and the group has the potential to keep expanding across the world. If you thought other K-Pop groups had a lot of members, you probably didn't know about NCT, who already has 18 active members.
NCT is currently divided into four subunits; NCT U, NCT 127, NCT DREAM, and NCT 2018. NCT U changes members based on its musical concept, NCT 127 is the Seoul-based unit with fixed members, NCT DREAM is made up of teenagers, and NCT 2018 incorporates all of the current 18 members. Now breathe with me so you don't get overwhelmed.
Since NCT's concept can be confusing at first, here's a list of 10 songs that you can show people to easily get them into NCT's music.
1. "The 7th Sense" — NCT U
"The 7th Sense" was NCT U's official debut song. It's known for its famous meme-worthy line, "Open your eyes," which sounds like "Open your rice," and has been a joke that has spread outside of the NCT fandom. But the song is deeper than that.
My favorite line is, "Hatred that will not go away and dreams that torture me."
2. "Fire Truck" — NCT 127
Woot woot woot woot." Fire Truck." In "Fire Truck," Taeyong, Mark, and Jaehyun contributed to writing lyrics and Taeyong contributed to music production. Taeyong and Mark are known for usually writing their own raps for NCT songs.
One lyric in this song says, "Hands up if you're feeling the vibe now," so I hope you'll put your hands up if you've fallen for NCT.
3. "Touch" — NCT 127
If you're not too into the hip-hop style, NCT 127 shows a more pop-influenced and softer side in "Touch." The bright colors and stunning visuals make NCT qualify as perfect boyfriend-idols.
4. "Baby Don't Stop" — NCT U
Get your holy water because "Baby Don't Stop" by Taeyong and Ten, main dancers and sex icons of NCT, has come to bless you. This heavenly duo shows us how the number of members in an NCT U song can even be two people.
With lyrics like, "Leave your body in your senses and dream your dreams, the tension that is rising between you and me," you're going to need to cleanse yourself really well.
5. "Chewing Gum" — NCT Dream
Was the last song too sexy for you? Don't worry, I may have the antidote. NCT has their unit NCT DREAM, who has songs focused mostly on youth and innocence. "Chewing Gum" is their most iconic song. They even have a dance practice where they perform the entire dance on hoverboards!
6. "Black on Black" — NCT 2018
Surprise! Another concept change just to keep things interesting. NCT 2018 incorporates all of the current 18 members of NCT to produce the performance-focused hit, "Black on Black."
With so many people, you'd think the stage would feel crowded. But more people made for interesting dance formations and an intimidating feel. And dances look so cool when so many people are in sync.
7. "Without You" — NCT U
Let's go back to the beginning with "Without You," an upbeat pop song by some of NCT's best vocalists. The infectious melody is bound to get you hooked and appreciate these strong vocals.
8. "Boss" — NCT U
"Boss," NCT U's most recent song, really made me fall for NCT. The powerful singing and dancing in the chorus perfectly gives off that intense tough-guy vibe.
It's been two years since NCT's debut and they've definitely evolved into expert performers.
9. "Cherry Bomb" — NCT 127
"Cherry Bomb" has some of the most interesting dance moves, from that hip thrust move they do in the beginning to that wild leg split towards the end. The whole song is a whirlwind.
The lyrics have a lot of hidden meanings, like, "Swallow me up and feel it, it's been in your stomach for a while / Cherry bomb, you don't know when it'll explode." I'm not sure what this really means, but your imagination is your biggest ally when listening to this song.
10. "Limitless" — NCT 127
NCT solidifies their hip-hop inspired style with "Limitless." This era is deemed the worst era for NCT's hair by NCT fans, who are called "NCTzens." But at least they redeem themselves with their outfits.
