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pre-release
What does pre-release mean?
A track put out before the official comeback single, used to build momentum for the upcoming album.
"The pre-release already charted before the actual title track dropped."
Origin
From English 'pre-release'.
Frequently asked questions
What is a pre-release in K-pop?
A track put out before the official comeback single, used to build hype and momentum ahead of the full album.
How is a pre-release different from the title track?
The title track is the main promoted single of a comeback, while the pre-release comes out earlier as a teaser to warm up interest.
How do fans use pre-release?
They talk about it charting or dropping early, like 'the pre-release already charted before the actual title track dropped.'
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