Despite only making its debut in the spring of 2016, NCT has already produced enough singles for a top ten countdown thanks to its unit-based, cyclic structure. NCT, the newest group from SM Entertainment, has something to offer everyone. You’ll find at least one song you like here, whether you want energetic dance music, experimental hip-hop/EDM, or soaring balladry.
2016’s Cherry Bomb Initially divisive, Cherry Bomb’s atonal hip-hop is angular and spacey. But in the end, the song’s catchy, repeated melody won out.
Touch (2018) – 127, who is sometimes regarded as the enigmatic, hip-hop-driven heart of the NCT brand, was propelled into the mainstream world with Touch’s throwback rhythm and wall of harmonies.
1. NCT U – The 7th Sense (2016)
Favorite among fans and the first track we heard from an NCT unit. The pendulous beat and dreamy, languid melody of The 7th Sense felt like the ideal way to introduce SM’s most experimental boy group.
2. NCT 127 – Fire Truck (2016)
Fire Truck blends a simple melody with a mesmerizing bounce that intensifies with time, all propelled by a rough, bass-heavy rhythm.
3. NCT Dream – We Young (2017)
With the bouncy We Young, NCT’s newest group takes a tropical turn and provides a joyous, brass-infused soundtrack for the summer.
4. NCT 127 – Switch (2016)
Fans were familiar with NCT before their debut, and Switch, a smooth dance-pop song, shows them at their most melodic and approachable. One of their best moments is its whirling, synth-driven hook.
5. NCT U – Boss (2018)
With a dynamic fusion of rap and vocals and just enough frosty 90’s r&b edge to seem like an immediate K-pop classic, Boss’ bass-heavy hip-hop played to the strengths of NCT’s infinite lineup.
