LAY makes PH debut for new EP a LIT

06/03/2020 11:53:51 AM

International music sensation LAY has made his Philippine debut big... really big.

The Chinese top idol has recently released his latest six, LIT, and it topped the iTunes Top Album charts in 14 countries, including the Philippines on its maiden week. Aside from that, Stream Lit, Yixing (his Chinese name), and Zhang (his surname), immediately became trending topics on Twitter Philippines following its release on digital and streaming platforms worldwide.

All of the 12 songs in this two-part EP are co-written by LAY himself, ensuring his message and story is clearly instilled in each song. He has worked with producer heavyweight Murda Beatz (Travis Scott, Gucci Mane, Drake) on the latest release, which strongly holds a backbone in modern hip-hop with an enjoyable sound, never done before.

For this first part of the album, the hit-making team integrated familiar Chinese instruments and cultural metaphors with the soul of “Western music” and top-notch modern production techniques, mixing English and Mandarin lyrics in every song. The EP instantly grabs your attention from beginning to end. Each song has a rhythmic flow, entrancing vocals, and bass-heavy beats delving into the new “pop meets urban” sound.

Through the tunes, LAY explores the concepts of solitude, arrogance, self-confidence, loyalty, resolution, and courage. These six songs blend very ancient musical elements and concepts with the modernity of contemporary pop. From the lyrics to the production, be prepared for an emotional and auditory journey. The focus track for the EP is the booming anthem and title song “LIT” and the already released hit song, “Jade,” showcases a combination of traditional “peking opera” and Chinese instruments. The cutting-edge production for songs like “Eagle,” “H20,” “Fly,” and “Soul” will give you an extremely refreshing journey through passionate lyrics showing a whole new blend of music.

Accompanying the album release was the cinematic music video that bears the same title. The world-class visuals produced by  Zhang Yixing Studio has garnered 1.5 million views and counting and peaked on YouTube trending videos in the Philippines at No. 14. 

First debuted as a member of EXO, LAY – or Lay Zhang – is the highest-ranked Mandopop star on Billboard. He also became the first Chinese artist to enter the iTunes Top60 in the US after releasing his third album NAMANANA. His digital EP Honey insanely broke pre-orders and music charts as well. This music, film, and television artist also gained huge international traction and chart-topping success after teaming up with Steve Aoki and will.i.am for the hit cross-cultural collaboration Love You More. 

LAY’s new EP, LIT is now available on all streaming and digital platforms worldwide. Watch the music video of its title track on YouTube. 

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