"Magnet" is a song recorded by Filipino boy band BGYO, released on 20 October 2022 as the lead single of their second album BE:US. It was written and composed by John Michael Conchada and Julius James "Jumbo" De Belen of FlipMusic Productions, who has also worked with the group's Tumitigil Ang Mundo.[2] The track charted on iTunes Singles Chart in United Arab Emirates and Hong Kong;[3] and peaked at number 1 in 3 countries—Philippines, Singapore and Saudi Arabia.[4]
| "Magnet" | ||||
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| Single by BGYO | ||||
| from the album Be Us | ||||
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| Released | October 20, 2022 | |||
| Recorded | 2022 | |||
| Studio | The Purple Room, Quezon City | |||
| Genre | Pop, dance-pop, techno[1] | |||
| Length | 3:35 | |||
| Label | Star Music | |||
| Songwriter(s) | John Michael Conchada of Flipmusic Julius James "Jumbo" De Belen of Flipmusic | |||
| Producer(s) | Bojam of Flipmusic | |||
| BGYO singles chronology | ||||
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| Music video | ||||
| "Magnet" on YouTube | ||||
Composition and lyrics
edit"Magnet" runs for a total of three minutes and thirty-five seconds, set in common time with a tempo of 96 beats per minute and written in the key of C♯/D♭ major, produced by Bojam of Flipmusic.[5] Most of its lyrics were written in Filipino, except with Nate's rap parts and the phrase "your love is my magnet", as it was written in English that speaks about someone's love story taking reference to a magnet—that no matter how many obstacles for the love on that person would be, love will always be the gravitating force to get back to that person—and was being compared to Bonnie & Clyde. As reported by ppopwave.com, Conchada explained that the idea behind "Magnet", started upon seeing his mother's magnet collection on the fridge, and eventually relates it to a song of emotion—to attract.[2] On a separate article posted by vman.com, BGYO shared that "[Magnet] talks about fate...a magnetic connection that's hard to resist or control, if you are meant to be together, love will always find its way back, just like a magnet".[1]
Background and release
edit"Magnet" was first unveiled on 10 October 2022 with a snippet on the instrumental of the track, and was announced as the lead single of BGYO's sophomore album "BE:US".[6] On 19 October 2022, the music video teaser was revealed alongside its lyric sheet[7] and was officially released on 20 October 2022.[8] A separate performance video was released on 26 October 2022.[9]
Reception
editAccording to Nicholson Baird of VMan, "Magnet is a punchy pop song, showing off suave vocals which are backed by strong synths" and describing it as a "modernized dancefloor bangers of 90's boy bands".[1] Rafael Bautista of Nylon Manila praised "Magnet" in an article saying "the P-pop boy group's sensual swag mixed with the funky production all help make "Magnet" a bop from start to finish" and emphasized the parts of Gelo and Mikki as "the highlight of the track".[10] JE CC of lionheartv expressed in an article saying "Magnet bursts with visual flair, which never been in their previous works" and categorized it as a "certified P-POP banger".[11]
Promotion
editLive performances
editThe group's first live performance of "Magnet" came true on the first ever K-pop Halloween Concert in the Philippines—Hallyuween 2022.[12] The group showcased it from the Orleans Arena during the ASAP Natin 'To Las Vegas in matching black and silver outfits.[13] BGYO performed "Magnet" at the Wish USA Bus on 11 November 2022,[14] as part of the group's US Press Tour.[15]
Music video
editThe music video of "Magnet" flare-up into vivid and dimly-toned colors produced by Chapters PH, directed by Karlo Calingao.[16] The opening sequences presented in a fast phase, flashing snippets of each BGYO members solo routines. As the song video goes on, cryptic imagery[8] were shown which features the members—Nate, Gelo, JL, Akira and Mikki—in an enclosed space interspersed with sleek and sophisticated dance choreography (by Brian Puspos)[17] showcased in between verses and pre-chorus.[2]
Credits and personnel
editAll song credits are adapted from the official music video of "Magnet" via BGYO's YouTube channel, unless otherwise noted.[16]
- Composed by John Michael Conchada and Julius James "Jumbo" De Belen of FlipMusic[18]
- Arranged by Jumbo De Belen of FlipMusic
- Vocal Arrangement by John Michael Conchada and Jumbo De Belen of FlipMusic
- Vocal Coaching by Jerwin Nicomedez
- Guitars by Jumbo De Belen of FlipMusic
- Additional Production by Mat Olavides of FlipMusic
- Mixed & Mastered by Mat Olavides and Jumbo De Belen of FlipMusic
- Produced by Bojam of FlipMusic
- Supervising Producer: Jonathan Manalo
Release history
edit| Country | Date | Format | Version | Label |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Various | 20 October 2022 | Airplay, Digital download, streaming, video streaming | Single | Star Music |
| 3 November 2022 | BE:US Album[19] |
See also
editReferences
edit- ^ a b c Nicholson Baird (21 October 2022). "BGYO RELEASES NEWEST SINGLE "MAGNET"". Music. Archived from the original on 26 October 2022. Retrieved 26 October 2022 – via VMan.
- ^ a b c "Get attracted to BGYO with their latest single "Magnet"". Music News. 20 October 2022. Archived from the original on 26 October 2022. Retrieved 26 October 2022 – via P-pop Wave.
- ^ "BGYO No. 1 sa iTunes sa 3 bansa ang single na "Magnet"" [BGYO No. 1 on iTunes in 3 countries single 'Magnet']. Newsen (in Tagalog). 22 October 2022. Archived from the original on 26 October 2022. Retrieved 26 October 2022 – via Abante Tonite.
- ^ Pauline del Rosario (22 October 2022). "BGYO na-magnet ang mga music lover, umariba sa 3 bansa" [BGYO magnetized music lovers, expanded to 3 countries]. Chika (in Tagalog). Archived from the original on 26 October 2022. Retrieved 26 October 2022 – via Bandera Inquirer.
- ^ "Magnet Song Metrics". songbpm.com. Archived from the original on 24 October 2022. Retrieved 24 October 2022.
- ^ Scott Ng (11 October 2022). "BGYO announce sophomore album 'BE:US' and lead singles 'Magnet' and 'PNGNP'". Music. Archived from the original on 12 October 2022. Retrieved 12 October 2022 – via NME Asia News.
- ^ "BGYO captivates in new teaser for "Magnet" MV". News. 19 October 2022. Archived from the original on 26 October 2022. Retrieved 26 October 2022 – via P-pop Wave.
- ^ a b Scott Ng (21 October 2022). "BGYO release comeback single "Magnet" with slick new music video". Music. Archived from the original on 26 October 2022. Retrieved 26 October 2022 – via NME Asia News.
- ^ "BGYO impresses with intricate choreography in dance practice video for "Magnet"". Videos. 26 October 2022. Archived from the original on 27 October 2022. Retrieved 27 October 2022 – via P-pop Wave.
- ^ Rafael Bautista (21 October 2022). "THE ROUND-UP: 16 NEW BOPS TO ADD TO YOUR PLAYLIST RIGHT NOW". Pop Culture. Archived from the original on 26 October 2022. Retrieved 26 October 2022 – via Nylon Manila.
- ^ JE CC (21 October 2022). "BGYO's "Magnet" MV REVIEW: Gravitating towards Greatness?". Music. Archived from the original on 26 October 2022. Retrieved 26 October 2022 – via LionHearTV.
- ^ Citations of "Magnet" live performance in Hallyuween 2022, as follows:
- YANYAN MARANAN (1 November 2022). "Hallyuween 2022: What went down at the 1st K-pop Halloween party". Lifestyle. Archived from the original on 2 November 2022. Retrieved 2 November 2022 – via GMA News.
- Jaehwa Bernardo (2 November 2022). "First 'Hallyuween' brings together spooks, music, drag despite rains". Entertainment. Retrieved 2 November 2022 – via ABS CBN News.
- ALAIN ROBREDILLO (2 November 2022). "#FangirlGigs: Spook-tacular acts by CL, Epik High, PENTAGON, BGYO, and more during HALLYUWEEN 2022". Celebrtity, Hallyu, K-pop. Archived from the original on 2 November 2022. Retrieved 2 November 2022 – via The Philippine Star.
- Jonathan Hicap (2 November 2022). "Hallyuween 2022: What went down at the 1st K-pop Halloween party". Celebrities, Entertainment, Entertainment News, Music. Archived from the original on 2 November 2022. Retrieved 2 November 2022 – via Manila Bulletin.
- Krixia Subingsubing (2 November 2022). ""HALLYUWEEN 2022" is beginning of a tradition in Manila". Celebrities, Entertainment, Entertainment News, Music. Archived from the original on 3 November 2022. Retrieved 3 November 2022 – via Inquirer.
- Bunny Javier (3 November 2022). "In Photos: BGYO in 'Hallyuween 2022'". Celebrities, Entertainment, Entertainment News, Music. Archived from the original on 3 November 2022. Retrieved 3 November 2022 – via Inquirer.
- HAZEL (2 November 2022). "HALLYUWEEN PH 2022: A night to remember for Filipino K-Pop fans|". Event. Archived from the original on 3 November 2022. Retrieved 3 November 2022 – via Annyeongoppa.
- ^ "BINI, BGYO conquer stage of Orleans Arena in Las Vegas". Entertainment. 13 November 2022. Retrieved 14 November 2022 – via ABS CBN News.
- ^ Steve Angeles (14 November 2022). "SB19, BGYO, BINI hop on board the Wish USA Bus". TFC News Chino, California. Archived from the original on 14 November 2022. Retrieved 14 November 2022 – via ABS CBN News.
- ^ "#PPopRise: SB19, BINI, BGYO Promote OPM Music During US Press Tour". Daily News. 14 November 2022. Archived from the original on 14 November 2022. Retrieved 14 November 2022 – via The Beat Asia.
- ^ a b "WATCH: BGYO finds way to ACEs in MV for comeback single 'Magnet'". Newsen. 20 October 2022. Retrieved 26 October 2022 – via ABS CBN News.
- ^ Christian Bonoan (20 October 2022). "BGYO Releases New Music Video "Magnet"". Music. Archived from the original on 26 October 2022. Retrieved 26 October 2022 – via MYX Global.
- ^ "Magnet - Song Credits". Star Music. 20 October 2021. Retrieved 26 October 2022 – via Tidal.
- ^ Manila Standard Showbiz (10 November 2022). "BGYO drops new album "Be: Us", tops iTunes' album chart in 5 countries". Newsen. Archived from the original on 13 November 2022. Retrieved 13 November 2022 – via Manila Standard.