K-pop group BOYNEXTDOOR has offered fans an early preview of their upcoming music, releasing a snippet of their new song ‘ANIMAL’. The preview, shared via the HYBE LABELS YouTube channel on the 21st, showcases portions of tracks included in their first full-length repackage album, ‘HOME: DELUXE’.
‘ANIMAL’ Leads the Pack with a New Genre Exploration
The preview features a selection of five songs, including the title track ‘ANIMAL’, a new song titled ‘CLICHE’, the Korean version of a previously released Japanese track ‘Count To Love’, the Japanese single ‘Boom Boom Boom’, and the fan song ‘400 Years’. This release marks BOYNEXTDOOR’s first foray into the electro-funk genre with ‘ANIMAL’, a track designed to deliver powerful energy. The song embodies a spirit of relentless self-improvement, striving for a better tomorrow. Its lyrics draw a parallel between the determined pursuit of one’s desires and the dynamic movements of animals.
Creative Forces Behind the New Album
Details regarding the production of ‘ANIMAL’ reveal significant contributions from within the group and from established industry figures. Members Myung Jae Hyun, Tae San, and Woon Hak are credited for their work on the song. The track was produced under the guidance of KOZ Entertainment’s representative producer and artist ZICO, who has consistently collaborated with the group. Further production support came from Pop Time and kako, long-time partners who have worked with BOYNEXTDOOR on previous projects.
A Comprehensive Collection of Music
The ‘HOME: DELUXE’ repackage album promises a rich listening experience, totaling 14 tracks. This includes the nine songs from their original first full-length album, alongside the new material. Fans can anticipate a diverse range of sounds and themes across the album’s tracklist.
Exploring the Album’s Diverse Tracks
- ‘CLICHE’: This disco track uses the concept of a ‘cliche’ to describe a situation of falling in love without realizing it.
- ‘Count To Love (Korean Ver.)’: This is the Korean rendition of the title track from BOYNEXTDOOR’s second Japanese single, ‘BOYLIFE’, which was released in August 2025.
- ‘Boom Boom Boom’: The title track from their second Japanese digital single, released in August.
- ‘400 Years’: The group’s first official fan song, uploaded to their official YouTube channel in January 2024.
BOYNEXTDOOR’s upcoming repackage album, ‘HOME: DELUXE’, is set to offer a comprehensive collection of their musical journey so far, featuring new explorations in sound and genre alongside beloved tracks. The release of the ‘ANIMAL’ preview signals an exciting new chapter for the group as they continue to expand their musical horizons.
