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*Work* refers to the totality of activities and efforts in which humans use physical and mental energy to achieve some kind of purpose. It can be aimed at maintaining a livelihood, achieving self-realization, or contributing to society, and it may or may not involve financial rewards.
In one`s teenage years, studying becomes their work, while as an adult, every action taken to live, eat, and dress becomes work.
In the process, we face stress yet move forward step by step toward our goals, creating situations where we have no choice but to strive for a better version of ourselves and pursue our dreams.
This track is about that concept of *work* It blends sounds inspired by the OST of the drama Hissatsu Shigotonin with Memphis rap-style drums, expressing the psychological pressure that comes with *work* The track also features a variety of punchlines, as rapper WHALEO raps about his goals and ideals regarding money. Producer @lionmelo37, currently one of the hottest names in hip-hop, contributed to elevate the song`s quality to new heights.

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Currently, the rap artist Whaleo holds a very unique position compared to other rappers. He is active primarily through BLCAKBOX in Wakayama, but when he is active in Korea, he operates through the label GPS. Thanks to this distinctive dual base, he is creating an original sound that blends the musical influences of both regions while striving to maintain his identity in both the Japanese and Korean hip-hop scenes. This song, "Journeyman," serves as a single to experiment with this concept, featuring witty lyrics crafted from his experiences moving between Japan and Korea and a flow influenced by Atlanta, USA, solidifying Whaleo's unique style. Additionally, the collaboration with all-around producer @lionmelo37, who has worked with many famous rappers like MIKADO, JAKEN, Chao Chao, 7, and Young Zetton, along with hip-hop producer @gps.leansmoke, known for working with popular Korean rappers such as HOMIES, SINCE, CHANGMO, and SUPERBEE, has resulted in a loop filled with East Asian elements and addictive drum patterns, enhancing the song's overall quality and raising expectations for his upcoming debut EP in Japan, set to be released later this year.

Journeyman

All Koreans live with the emotion called "Han" hidden in their hearts. If you were to ask whether the most fundamental thing that everyone can share could become pain, I think it's because we've been going through confusing times across generations. While the individual pains we each carry may differ, it's a well-known fact that they all have "Han" at their core, and this song is about that. In this song, Whaleo incorporates the unique rhythm and straightforward expression he possesses to capture the essence of the Pain genre throughout the entire track, while CK balances the song with their distinctive tone, rhythm, flow, and witty lyrics. As a producer, @prodstellanova, who recently produced "Chandelier" for rapper Chao Chao, took the lead, and producer @lionmelo37, who has been causing a sensation in Japan, lent their strength. The arrangement was handled by LEAN$MOKE, further enhancing the song's completeness.

KOREAN PAIN (feat. CK)

Bonbero

"YW" is the Japanese debut single of WHALEO, which signifies earning both the Japanese currency, ¥, and the Korean currency, W, simultaneously. Recently, through various styles of songs like "life goes on," "MAKUHARI," and "Karenai," WHALEO has demonstrated his spectrum and solidified his position. This song features a collaboration with Bonbero, who excels in drill-jersey club music, matching WHALEO's unique sense of rhythm and fresh, captivating descriptions, blending his charm throughout the entire song. Bonbero adds a harmonious balance to the track with distinctive tones, flows, and witty lyrics, injecting a sense of fun into the overall flow.

Moreover, the recent producer of "Chandelier," @prodstellanova, and the producer of "19jail," @lionmelo37, implement an addictive sound through concise themes and repetitive guitar loops. Additionally, the producer @d3adstock_ who worked on "life goes on" enhances the song's completeness by creating lively drum sounds. The combination of these five individuals and their individual skills showcased in "YW" is more than enough to raise expectations for their future endeavors, as well as for the growth and progress of the GPS label.

YW (feat. Bonbero)

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