Three years after their debut in 2022, NMIXX has come back with their first full album, mixing themes of self-empowerment and love across a variety of genres. Through the first 10 tracks, they explore the concept for the namesake of the album and what it means to have a hot and cold relationship with someone you love. The final 2 tracks on the album pay tribute to their debut song, “O.O”, where they established their musical identity in the “change up/mixpop” genre, featuring the two separate versions that were combined to make the original song. Since the release of the ‘Blue Valentine’ album, the group has achieved a new milestone, receiving their first RAK with the title track, “Blue Valentine,” by maintaining the #1 spot on all real-time music charts.
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NMIXX 1st Full Album “Blue Valentine”
➫ 2025.10.13 6PM (KST)
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“Blue Valentine”
The album begins with the title track, “Blue Valentine,” setting a slow and mellow pace as the members reflect on having a love that has ended while still acknowledging the persistent feelings left behind. The nostalgic melody and vibe within the music video further emphasize this point of reflecting on the past. Additionally, the very title of the song implies an association between love and sadness/coldness. In several scenes within the music video, we can see the members wearing blue while dancing within what appears to be a ribcage while it snows around them, illustrating a “blue” love that has frozen over yet is still present. The title track also pays deference to the group’s change-up theme, with a tempo that drastically slows and speeds up right before the chorus.
“SPINNIN’ ON IT”
The second track on the album, “SPINNIN’ ON IT”, also features its own music video, complete with aesthetic visuals and doll-like imagery as seen through the members’ movements and positioning. The group sings about clashing with their love interest yet still wanting to be with them. They talk about the struggle of being frustrated with all the negative aspects of the relationship (“So done with love, so done with hurt”), while also craving the positive aspects of the same relationship. The heavy cake imagery that appears throughout the video can also be seen as a metaphor for the members’ cravings or guilty pleasure—indulging in something that they know isn’t the best for them.
“Phoenix”
The fast-paced and mechanical sounds within “Phoenix” bear resemblance to songs from the group’s second EP, ‘Fe304: Break’. The members sing about being reborn and rising from the ashes, much like a phoenix, drawing a metaphor for having the strength to rise up from difficult challenges in life.
“Reality Hurts”
Sung completely in English, “Reality Hurts” features song-writing credits for one of the group’s very own vocalists, Lily. The song continues the faster pace of the previous tracks, and features distinct beats and futuristic club-like music. The music video further portrays this theme through its futuristic disco vibe and creative use of lighting. From city light glares to disco reflections, the editing of the video ties together imagery that is both colorful and vibrant. The song itself is an empowering jam on the ability to achieve great things and have resilience, while also calling out those who hate on your success.
“RICO”
“RICO” introduces a Latin American/Spanish vibe into the album, which is made apparent through its Spanish title, lyrics, and music samplings. The song focuses on letting loose and having fun, as the members sing about partying and vibing with others.
“Game Face”
“Game Face” brings the album back to a more mellow pace and features smooth vocals and vocal runs. This song also carries an empowering theme, as it focuses on not listening to what others have to say and setting your own pace—not being afraid to cross the line or break out of the mold.
“PODIUM”
Continuing the empowering theme, “Podium,” a song co-written by member Haewon, talks about running nonstop to success and leaving behind the habit of limiting yourself. The song features distinct beats, a harmonious bridge, and a strong ending.
“Crush on You”
“Crush on You” reintroduces the theme of romantic love that’s seen throughout the rest of the album. It’s fast-paced and upbeat, with a refreshing vibe and heavy-guitar sound. The tone and lyrics are also cutesy and sweet, delivered in a way that makes you want to get up and dance.
“ADORE YOU”
The music video for “ADORE U” features nostalgic camera footage and editing that nicely portrays the mellow tone of the song. The members sing about going back and forth with someone but still loving them. The video even features scenes of the members in their blue dresses from the “Blue Valentine” music video, further connecting the themes sung in both songs.
“Shape of Love”
In the 10th track on the album, the members express a desire to understand the other person in their relationship and make things work; they emphasize being willing to brave the difficulties in order to be with the person they love. The tempo for this song is slightly faster with more distinct beats, resulting in a nice blend of the fast-paced empowering songs towards the beginning of the album and the mellow love songs towards the end. As the last song before the final two special tracks, “Shape of Love” nicely wraps up the album by further cementing the idea of a blue valentine while also introducing hope for making such a relationship work.
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