TAEYONG of the group NCT joins forces with global pop star Anderson .Paak to deliver the new single 'Rock Solid' to audiences worldwide, marking his first new music release in 2 years and 2 months with 'Rock Solid (Feat. Anderson .Paak).'."','tags':['music','hip-hop','TAEYONG','Anderson .Paak','single release']
'Rock Solid' is a hip-hop track distinguished by its unique drum rhythm and repetitive chant sounds, blending the powerful rap style and distinctive beats of Anderson .Paak with TAEYONG’s intense rapping, creating a heightened atmosphere and a unique charm in the song.'tags':['music style','hip-hop','rap','collaboration','song analysis']
Importantly, TAEYONG reinforces his versatility as an artist by contributing to the lyrics and melody of 'Rock Solid (Feat. Anderson .Paak),' expressing determination to firmly protect all achievements earned through effort so far, and a steadfast confidence to prove himself unwaveringly in the future. Additionally, he selected a concept that skillfully blends his emotions with stories from his time serving in the navy.'tags':['artist contribution','songwriting','personal story','military service','music concept']
The music video for 'Rock Solid (Feat. Anderson .Paak)' creatively compares strange events with TAEYONG’s omnipresent appearances, as if serving as a daily life soundtrack, adding fun through a 1990s hip-hop video style. It showcases the clever performances of TAEYONG and Anderson .Paak in unexpected locations such as a gold shop, yacht, and hotel room.'tags':['music video','hip-hop style','1990s','performance','visual concept']
TAEYONG also shared about the new release: “I hope ‘Rock Solid’ brings positive energy to everyone’s daily moments.” He added about working with Anderson .Paak, “It was an opportunity to try something new and an interesting process. Collaborating this time made me realize ‘We can create music this way.’ It’s a chance to grow as an artist and broaden my world view.”'tags':['artist statement','collaboration experience','positive message','music production','personal growth']
Following the release of 'Rock Solid (Feat. Anderson .Paak),' fans anticipate TAEYONG’s first full album set to debut in May. Previously, TAEYONG demonstrated his production skills by contributing to lyrics and melody on every track of his first solo mini-album 'SHALALA' released in June 2023, as well as his second mini-album 'TAP' in February 2024, for which he wrote all lyrics himself and participated in composing all melodies.'tags':['album release','fan anticipation','music production','solo career','mini-albums']
