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Girl group SAY MY NAME has unveiled their third EP album "&Our Vibe," on December 29, marking a significant step in their artistic evolution as they embrace a new chapter of confidence and self-expression.
The five-track album tells the story of a first sleepover—a girl's night filled with excitement, self-discovery, and deep conversations about love, friendship, and dreams. The group describes this release as their "first rebellion," symbolized by the simple question: "Mom, can I sleep over at my friend's house tonight?"
The EP opens with 'Bad Idea,' a groovy hip-hop track featuring funky basslines and addictive hooks. The song delivers a bold message about rejecting societal expectations and celebrating individuality, with the members declaring that refusing to be boxed in is their unique vibe.
Title track 'UFO (ATTENT!ON)' showcases the group's pop-punk influenced band sound paired with confident vocal chants. The song compares their captivating presence to spotting a UFO—impossible to look away from. The playful transformation of the "i" in "ATTENTION" into an exclamation mark represents how initial questions about their new image will quickly turn into excited recognition.
'Delulu Solulu' takes inspiration from Two-Step Garage with Y2K-style drum beats and dreamy synthesizers. The track encourages listeners to embrace bold optimism, suggesting that seemingly delusional confidence can actually be the solution to achieving one's goals.
The emotional core arrives with 'Hard to Love (❤️LOVE),' where the members explore the complicated feelings of young love through warm synth pads and groovy rhythms. The song captures the vulnerability of confiding romantic troubles to friends during a late-night conversation.
Closing track 'SAY MY NAME' reinforces the group's identity with vintage synths and heavy metal-inspired guitar sounds. Moving beyond their signature message of remembering who they are, the song adds a powerful narrative about being there for each other through failures and struggles—a testament to genuine friendship that hurts alongside you rather than offering empty comfort.
Throughout "&Our Vibe," SAY MY NAME demonstrates growth from their previous releases, presenting themselves as more charismatic and endearing while maintaining authenticity. The album invites listeners to join their special girl's night, overflowing with their distinct energy and style.