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Group KickFlip has reached the top of domestic and international charts with their debut release.

 

KickFlip officially debuted in the music industry on January 20 with their first mini-album 'Flip it, Kick it!' and its title track 'Mama Said'.

 

Prior to their official debut, pre-orders for this album surpassed 300,000 units as of January 15. According to Hanteo Chart, a site that tallies album sales, they recorded sales of 243,949 units on their debut day alone, dominating the daily album chart at number one.

 

The title track 'Mama Said (What are you trying to become?)' secured the top spot on the KuGou Music Korea Chart in China on January 21. Additionally, other tracks from the album charted in the top 10: 'Yeah, that’s right' at number 4, 'Knock Knock' at number 6, 'WARRIORS' at number 7, 'See You Tomorrow' at number 8, and 'Like A Monster' at number 9.

 

The debut album 'Flip it, Kick it!' signaling the arrival of a 'K-pop Super Rookie', has received high praise across all six tracks. The album’s creators also expressed admiration for KickFlip’s passion through their official Instagram on January 20.

 

The music video for 'Mama Said (What are you trying to become?)' surpassed 5.97 million views on YouTube as of the morning of January 22. JYP responded to this interest by releasing behind-the-scenes photos from the music video.

 

During the video shoot, Kyehoon, Amaru, Donghwa, Juwang, Minje, Keiju, and Donghyeon captured attention with their focused performances and explosive chemistry in group shots. The seven members, tightly bonded with a free-spirited vibe and dynamic energy, are expected to draw in global fans further through their debut activities.

 

The music video for 'Mama Said (What are you trying to become?)' visualizes the message of ignoring the typical nagging and going one's own way. Scenes include swinging a giant burger or crafting birds from a tree in a garden, showcasing a world of freedom without constraints. The lively rhythm and energetic sound, coupled with a relaxed performance, are calling for repeated views.