The song samples Tchaikovsky's 'Swan Lake', creating a unique sound.
The album will be released on May 6.
[TVDaily Kim Jin-seok Reporter] The group Billlie has unveiled a new music video sampling 'Swan Lake'. On the 23rd, Billlie (Siyoon, Sean, Tsuki, Moon Sua, Haram, Suhyeon, Haruna) announced the visual for 'Secret No More' from their first full-length album 'The Collective Soul and Unconscious: Chapter 2' via their official social media, attracting significant attention from fans.
The music video is inspired by 90s European dark fantasy animation, capturing a dreamlike and unsettling beauty visually. Billlie confronts their hidden selves, portraying the journey towards embracing their true identities. This track allows listeners to feel the process of accepting oneself and growing, reflecting a narrative of becoming one's authentic self.
'Secret No More' evokes echoes of Billlie's previous debut album track 'Everybody's Got a Secret', hinting at answers to the unfolding of secrets. The unique melody sampling Tchaikovsky's 'Swan Lake' combined with trap sounds embodies Billlie's distinctive classical tone. Moon Sua's involvement in the lyrics enhances the emotional depth and narrative cohesiveness of the song.
At the end of the video, a new character dubbed 'Billlie & Lovers' is teased, piquing fan curiosity. This character emerges from Billlie's unconscious, adding excitement to a newly expanded 'Billlieverse'. The upcoming album, 'The Collective Soul and Unconscious: Chapter 2', serves as a continuation of their mini-album released in February 2022, showcasing Billlie's musical growth through profound storytelling. The album is set to be released on May 6 at 6 PM on various music platforms.
Billlie's 'Secret No More' stands out as a musical experiment that blends classical and contemporary elements by sampling 'Swan Lake'. This allows Billlie to expand their unique musical universe while offering glimpses into profound narratives. Notably, Moon Sua's contribution to the lyrics enhances the emotional depth, reinforcing the themes of growth and shifting identity.
As an artist, Billlie has consistently explored diverse musical avenues, and this work is a continuation of that journey. They delve into their inner world and transform past hardships into their art, a process that resonates deeply with fans. Both the song and the music video present strong visuals and messages, providing fans with a new level of artistic experience.
Through their first full album, 'The Collective Soul and Unconscious: Chapter 2', Billlie continues the narrative established in their previous mini-album, further deepening their musical universe. The storyline encapsulates both the past and the present, clearly showcasing Billlie's distinctive musical identity.
This article is KOSTAR’s reinterpretation of a story originally reported by TVDaily.
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