Crazy in Love (Itzy album)
Crazy in Love is the first studio album by South Korean girl group Itzy. It was released on September 24, 2021, by JYP Entertainment. The album features a total of sixteen tracks, including the lead single "LOCO."
Background and Release:
Following the release of their EP Guess Who in April 2021, JYP Entertainment announced Itzy's first studio album, Crazy in Love, in early September 2021. The album's title and concept were intended to explore themes of intense and passionate love. The pre-release single, "#Twenty," was released on September 1, 2021. Crazy in Love was released in multiple physical versions, each featuring different packaging, photobooks, and inclusions.
Composition:
Crazy in Love showcases a variety of genres, including pop, dance, and hip-hop, reflecting Itzy's signature energetic and powerful sound. The lyrics of the tracks primarily revolve around the themes of love, confidence, and self-expression.
Track Listing:
The album contains sixteen tracks:
- LOCO
- Swipe
- Sooo LUCKY
- #Twenty
- Gas Me Up
- Love Is
- Chillin' Chillin'
- Mirror
- LOCO (English Ver.)
- LOCO (Instrumental)
- Swipe (Instrumental)
- Sooo LUCKY (Instrumental)
- #Twenty (Instrumental)
- Gas Me Up (Instrumental)
- Love Is (Instrumental)
- Chillin' Chillin' (Instrumental)
Commercial Performance:
Crazy in Love achieved commercial success, topping the Gaon Album Chart in South Korea. It also charted in various international territories, demonstrating Itzy's growing global popularity. The lead single, "LOCO," also performed well on digital charts.
Critical Reception:
The album generally received mixed to positive reviews from critics, who praised Itzy's performance and the album's energetic tracks, but also noted the lack of significant departure from their established sound.
Accolades:
Crazy in Love and its associated singles earned Itzy several award nominations and wins across various music shows and award ceremonies.