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Travel (Mamamoo EP)
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| Released | November 3, 2020 | |||
| Genre | K-pop | |||
| Length | 20:08 | |||
| Language | Korean | |||
| Label | RBW | |||
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Travel (stylized in all caps) is the tenth extended play by South Korean girl group Mamamoo. It was released by RBW on November 3, 2020, and distributed by Kakao M. It contains six songs, including pre-released single "Dingga" and the second single "Aya".
Background and release
[edit]On November 13, 2019, Mamamoo released their second Korean full-length studio album Reality in Black. The album became the group's best selling effort to date[when?], peaking atop the Circle Album Chart and becoming their first album to surpass 100,000 physical copies sold.[1] The album's lead single "Hip" also became a commercial success, peaking at number four on the Circle Digital Chart and staying in the top ten for 13 weeks. After the promotions for the album concluded, RBW CEO Kim Do-hoon announced in January 2020 that the group would mainly focus on solo activities for the upcoming year.[2] These activities included the release of Moonbyul's debut EP Dark Side of the Moon on February 14[3] (and its subsequent reissue, Moon, on May 29), Solar's debut single album Spit It Out on April 23,[4] and Hwasa's debut EP María on June 29.[5] Hwasa later joined the cast of Munhwa Broadcasting Corporation show Hangout with Yoo in August 2020. On the show, she became a member of the supergroup Refund Sisters along with Uhm Jung-hwa, Lee Hyori and Jessi. Their debut single, "Don't Touch Me," released in October, reached the peak position of the Circle Digital Chart.[6]
On October 6, 2020, the EP, its title, the cover, and a release date were announced through Mamamoo's official social media accounts.[7] The promotional roll-out was announced on October 11, consisting of two singles as well as several picture and video teasers.[8] On October 20, pre-release single "Dingga" was released to digital retailers & streaming platforms, and a music video premiered on YouTube. The full EP was released to both physical and digital retailers and streaming platforms on November 3, 2020. A music video for the second single, "Aya", was released simultaneously.
The Japanese edition of Travel was announced on November 25, 2020, and was released on February 3, 2021.[9] It includes the Japanese versions of singles "Dingga" and "Aya" as well as an original Japanese song, "Just Believe in Love."[10]
Promotion
[edit]In order to promote Travel, Mamamoo starred in their own hour-long comeback show, titled Monologue, which aired on South Korean music television channel Mnet on November 3, 2020. The broadcast featured several Mamamoo performances, interspersed with monologues from the members. The "Monologue" show served as one of the prizes the group has received from winning the competition show Queendom the year prior.[11] Additionally, the group performed the EP's two singles on several South Korean music shows, including M Countdown, Music Bank, Show! Music Core, Inkigayo, and You Hee-yeol's Sketchbook.
Singles
[edit]"Dingga" (Korean: 딩가딩가) was released as the EP's lead single on October 20, 2020.[12] The single has peaked at number seven on the Circle Digital Chart, five on the Billboard Korea K-Pop Hot 100, and eight on the Billboard World Digital Songs Sales chart.[13][14][15] The music video for the single has 107 million views on YouTube as of December 2022[update].[16][17]
"Aya" was released as the second single from Travel on November 3, 2020, in conjunction with the release of the full EP. The single peaked at number 37 on the Circle Digital Chart, number 21 on the Billboard Korea K-Pop Hot 100, and 17 on the Billboard World Digital Songs Sales chart.[13][14][15] On November 19, "Aya" earned its first and only music show win on Mnet's M Countdown.[18] As of December 2022, the music video for "Aya," posted simultaneously to Mamamoo's official channel and the 1theK distribution channel, has a combined total of 107 million views.[19][20]
Commercial performance
[edit]Travel debuted at number two on the Circle Album Chart for the 45th issued week of 2020, behind only Monsta X's album Fatal Love.[21] According to the Hanteo sales chart, the EP sold just over 101,000 copies in its first day of release, a personal record for the group.[22] On the monthly edition of the Circle Album chart, Travel placed at number six and sold 164,000 copies, breaking the group's personal record that they set with Reality in Black the previous year.[23] As of February 2021[update], the album has sold 174,000 copies in South Korea[24] and 14,500 copies in Japan.[25]
On music streaming platform Spotify, Travel has generated over 139 million streams as of December 2022[update], with the most-streamed tracks being "Dingga" (64 million) and "Aya" (58 million).[26] The EP has accumulated approximately 197.5 million streams on YouTube, when audio and video streams from official sources are combined.[A]
Track listing
[edit]| No. | Title | Lyrics | Music | Arrangement | Length |
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| 1. | "Travel" |
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| 3:32 |
| 2. | "Dingga" (딩가딩가) |
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| 2:59 |
| 3. | "Aya" |
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| 3:31 |
| 4. | "Chuck" (척) |
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| TENTEN | 3:17 |
| 5. | "Diamond" |
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| Kim Do-hoon | 2:40 |
| 6. | "Good Night" (잘자) |
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| 4:09 |
| Total length: | 20:08 | ||||
| No. | Title | Lyrics | Music | Arrangement | Length |
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| 7. | "Wanna Be Myself" (나는 안다르다) |
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| 3:24 |
| Total length: | 23:32 | ||||
| No. | Title | Lyrics | Music | Arrangement | Length |
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| 8. | "AYA (Japanese Version)" |
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| 3:31 |
| 9. | "Dingga (Japanese Version)" |
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| 2:59 |
| 10. | "Just Believe In Love" |
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| 2:48 |
Charts
[edit]Accolades
[edit]| Song | Program | Date | Ref. |
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| "Aya" | M Countdown | November 19, 2020 | [41] |
| Year | Organization | Nominee | Category | Result | Ref. |
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| 2021 | Golden Disc Awards | Travel | Album Division Bonsang | Nominated | [42] |
| Seoul Music Awards | "Dingga" | Main Award | Nominated | [43] |
Release history
[edit]| Region | Date | Format | Version | Label | Ref. |
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| South Korea | November 3, 2020 | CD | Standard | [44] | |
| Various |
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| Japan | February 3, 2021 | CD | Japanese | Victor Entertainment | [46] |
Notes
[edit]- ^ 197,459,963 total streams. Information is complete and up to date as of July 11, 2021.
"Dingga" total streams: 100,460,119- Music video (Mamamoo official channel): 55,806,269[27]
- Music video (1THEK official distributor channel): 23,080,655[28]
- Performance video (Mamamoo official video): 21,573,195[29]
References
[edit]- ^ "Gaon Album Chart - Year of 2019 (see #53)". Gaon Music Chart. Retrieved December 10, 2020.
- ^ "김도훈이 말한 마마무의 2020년 "개인 역량 집중..원래 꿈 밀어주고픈"[인터뷰➀]". OSEN. January 21, 2020. Retrieved November 3, 2020.
- ^ "마마무 문별, 2월 14일 솔로 컴백 확정…4월 첫 단독 콘서트 개최 (MAMAMOO's Moonbyul confirms solo comeback on February 14, first concert to be held in April)". Chosun. 16 July 2020. Retrieved December 10, 2020.
- ^ Baek, Ji-eun (April 23, 2020). "마마무 솔라, 오늘 '스핏잇아웃' 발표…솔로 아트스트 도약 (MAMAMOO's Solar announces solo debut for April 23)". Naver. Retrieved December 10, 2020.
- ^ Kim, Ji-yeon (June 29, 2020). "마마무 화사 "팬은 내 삶의 활력, 내 진심 잘 전달됐으면"[일문일답] (MAMAMOO's Hwasa: "I hope the vitality and sincerity of my life are well conveyed (Japanese Q&A)".
- ^ "2020년 42주차 Digital Chart". Gaon Music Chart.
- ^ "EP, its title, the cover, and release date were announced through Mamamoo's official social media accounts". Mamamoo's Official Instagram account. October 6, 2020. Retrieved November 3, 2020.
- ^ "Promotional roll-out announcement". Mamamoo's Official Instagram account. October 11, 2020. Retrieved November 3, 2020.
- ^ "大ヒット中の "TRAVEL" のJapan Editionリリース決定". Twitter. November 25, 2020. Retrieved January 5, 2021.
- ^ "MAMAMOO「TRAVEL -Japan Edition-」リリース決定、2曲の日本語版とボーナストラックを追加収録 (MAMAMOO's "Travel" to be released, with two Japanese versions and an original Japanese song.)". Natalie (in Japanese). November 25, 2020. Retrieved January 5, 2021.
- ^ "Mamamoo on 'Monologue'". Korea JoongAng Daily. November 3, 2020. Retrieved November 3, 2020.
- ^ Mulenga, Natasha (October 20, 2020). "MAMAMOO Return With Punchy, Fun "Dingga" Music Video". Teen Vogue. Retrieved December 10, 2020.
- ^ a b "Week 46 of 2019 - Gaon Digital Chart". Gaon Music Chart. Retrieved December 10, 2020.
- ^ a b "Mamamoo Chart History - K-Pop Hot 100". December 10, 2020.
- ^ a b "Mamamoo Chart History - World Digital Songs Sales". Billboard. Retrieved December 10, 2020.
- ^ [MV] 마마무 (MAMAMOO) - 딩가딩가 (Dingga), 20 October 2020, retrieved 2022-12-30
- ^ [MV] MAMAMOO(마마무) _ Dingga(딩가딩가), 20 October 2020, retrieved 2022-12-30
- ^ "Watch: MAMAMOO Wins With "AYA" On "M Countdown"". Soompi. November 19, 2020. Retrieved December 10, 2020.
- ^ [MV] 마마무 (MAMAMOO) - AYA, 3 November 2020, retrieved 2022-12-30
- ^ [MV] MAMAMOO(마마무) _ AYA, 3 November 2020, retrieved 2022-12-30
- ^ "Gaon Album Chart - Week 45 of 2020". Gaon Music Chart. Retrieved December 10, 2020.
- ^ "With Mamamoo 'Travel', the album + sound named on the top of the music chart… Everyone believes Mamamoo". Motto Korea. November 4, 2020. Retrieved December 10, 2020.
- ^ "Gaon Album Chart - November 2020". Gaon Music Chart. Retrieved December 10, 2020.
- ^ Travel cumulative sales:
- "2020년 11월 Album Chart" [November 2020 Album Chart]. Gaon Music Chart (in Korean). Retrieved December 10, 2020.
- "2020년 12주차 Album Chart" [December 2020 Album Chart]. Gaon Music Chart (in Korean).
- "2021년 2주차 Album Chart" [February 2021 Album Chart]. Gaon Music Chart (in Korean).
- ^ Travel – Japan Edition cumulative sales:
- "Oricon Albums Chart 2021年02月15日付". Oricon.
- "Oricon Albums Chart 2021年02月22日付". Oricon.
- "Oricon Albums Chart 2021年03月15日付". Oricon.
- ^ "TRAVEL on Spotify". Spotify. Retrieved July 11, 2021.
- ^ "Dingga (music video, Mamamoo official channel)". YouTube. 20 October 2020.
- ^ "Dingga (music video, 1theK distributor channel)". YouTube. 20 October 2020.
- ^ "Dingga (Performance video, Mamamoo official chanel)". YouTube. 22 October 2020.
- ^ "AYA (music video, Mamamoo official channel)". YouTube. 3 November 2020.
- ^ "AYA (music video, 1theK distributor channel)". YouTube. 3 November 2020.
- ^ "AYA (Performance video, Mamamoo official chanel)". YouTube. 9 November 2020.
- ^ "Travel". YouTube. 3 November 2020.
- ^ "Chuck". YouTube. 3 November 2020.
- ^ "Diamond". YouTube. 3 November 2020.
- ^ "Good Night". YouTube. 3 November 2020.
- ^ "Oricon Top 50 Albums: 2021-02-15" (in Japanese). Oricon. Retrieved February 11, 2021.
- ^ "Billboard Japan Hot Albums". Billboard Japan.
- "Travel (Japan Edition)". February 15, 2021. Retrieved February 17, 2021.
- ^ "Travel on Gaon Album Chart (Week 45, 2020)". Gaon. November 1, 2020. Retrieved November 13, 2020.
- ^ "2020년 Album Chart". Gaon.
- ^ Park, Ah-reum (November 19, 2020). 마마무 ‘엠카’ 1위 “활동 끝났지만 좋은 모습 보여줄 것” [Mamamoo's 'M Countdown' 1st place "I'm done with my activities, but I will show a good image"]. Newsen (in Korean). Archived from the original on November 19, 2020. Retrieved November 19, 2020 – via Naver.
- ^ "35th Golden Disc Awards Nominees Announced". Soompi. 10 December 2020. Retrieved December 10, 2020.
- ^ "Nominees revealed for 30th Seoul Music Awards". Soompi. 10 December 2020. Retrieved December 10, 2020.
- ^ Tan, Vanessa (November 3, 2020). "MAMAMOO drop new comeback album TRAVEL". Bandwagon. Retrieved February 16, 2021.
- ^ "TRAVEL - EP by MAMAMOO on Apple Music". Apple Music. November 3, 2020. Retrieved February 16, 2021.
- ^ "TRAVEL (Japan Edition) by MAMAMOO on Apple Music". Apple Music. February 3, 2021. Retrieved February 16, 2021.
Travel (Mamamoo EP)
View on GrokipediaBackground and release
Background
Following the release of their second studio album Reality in Black in November 2019, Mamamoo shifted focus to individual pursuits throughout 2020, allowing each member to explore solo endeavors. Moonbyul released her second solo mini album Dark Side of the Moon on February 14, featuring the title track "Eclipse" and emphasizing her rap and production skills.[6] Solar made her solo debut with the single album Spit It Out on April 23, marking her first official release as a solo artist under RBW.[7] Hwasa debuted her solo EP María on June 29, with the lead single blending R&B and Latin influences to showcase her vocal range.[8] Wheein, meanwhile, worked on collaborations such as her feature on Joohoney's "Snooze" and prepared for her solo debut the following year. These projects highlighted the group's versatility while RBW oversaw production to align with Mamamoo's established sound.[1] On October 6, 2020, RBW announced Travel as Mamamoo's tenth mini-album and their first full-group release in over a year, scheduled for November 3.[9] The EP was positioned as a return to collective creativity after the members' individual successes, with RBW handling overall production and distribution through Kakao M.[10] The album's concept centered on themes of excitement and comfort, drawing from travel motifs to evoke a sense of adventure and relaxation. This approach reflected a broader desire for escapism, portraying travel as both a shimmering vacation and a revitalizing mental break.[11]Release
Travel was released on November 3, 2020, in South Korea by RBW, with distribution handled by Kakao M.[11] The rollout commenced in October 2020, featuring a series of teasers that culminated in the pre-release single "Dingga" on October 20, followed by full digital download, streaming, and physical CD availability on the official release date.[12] The Korean physical editions came in two versions—Deep Green and Light Green—each including a CD, an 80-page photobook, a 32-page random booklet, a random photocard from 16 types, and a square sticker.[13] On its first day, the EP recorded over 101,000 physical sales on the Hanteo Chart, marking a significant achievement for the group.[14] A Japanese edition followed on February 3, 2021, via Victor Entertainment, incorporating Japanese-language versions of "Aya" and "Dingga," along with an original track "Wanna Be Myself," and similar physical packaging adapted for the market.[15]Promotion
Singles
"Dingga" served as the pre-release single for Mamamoo's EP Travel, dropping on October 20, 2020.[2] This disco and dance-pop track carries a groovy, electronic vibe centered on themes of carefree fun and gathering with friends amid pandemic times.[16] It was penned by Kim Do-hoon, Park Woo-sang, and Moonbyul, with production handled by Kim Do-hoon and Park Woo-sang in collaboration with Hwasa.[17][18] The song achieved commercial success, peaking at number 7 on South Korea's Circle Digital Chart and charting for 30 weeks overall.[19][20] Its music video, evoking retro roller derby aesthetics with vibrant, playful visuals, amassed over 100 million views on YouTube by May 2022. The choreography, crafted by Lia Kim and JJ, emphasizes energetic group dynamics and synchronized moves that complement the track's upbeat rhythm.[21] The EP's title track, "Aya," followed as the second single on November 3, 2020, alongside the full Travel release.[1] Blending hip-hop elements with pop and subtle Latin influences, the song explores competitive yet flirtatious exchanges in relationships, delivered through Mamamoo's signature powerful vocals and harmonies.[22] Composition credits go to Kim Do-hoon, Lee Sang-ho, and Moonbyul, who also contributed lyrics, highlighting the group's active role in the creative process.[23][24] "Aya" peaked at number 37 on the Circle Digital Chart, reflecting solid but more modest digital traction compared to its predecessor.[19] The accompanying music video, directed by the Zanybros team of Hong Won-ki, Bae Myoung-hyun, and Park Sang-won, incorporates travel-themed motifs with fiery, charismatic staging that underscores the song's dynamic energy.[25] Like "Dingga," its choreography was designed by Lia Kim and JJ, focusing on sharp, intense formations that amplify the track's fusion style.[26] By December 2022, the "Aya" video had surpassed 100 million YouTube views, marking it as one of Mamamoo's enduring visual hits.[27]Live performances
Mamamoo made their debut performance for the EP on Mnet's comeback show Monologue on November 3, 2020, where they first showcased "Aya" and "Dingga" in a special hour-long broadcast featuring member monologues and stage presentations.[28] The group emphasized their signature synchronized dance routines throughout the promotions, highlighting precise formations and energetic choreography that aligned with the EP's vibrant concept.[1] Following the debut, Mamamoo appeared on major Korean music programs from November 5 to 8, 2020, performing "Aya" on M Countdown, Music Bank, Show! Music Core, and Inkigayo.[29][30][31][32] They continued select appearances, including a win for "Aya" on M Countdown on November 19, 2020.[33] In addition to television stages, the group hosted online live streams and fan events on V Live to engage global audiences during the promotional period. For the Japanese edition's release on February 3, 2021, Mamamoo conducted promotional activities in Japan, including their first appearance on the major TV program Sukkiri, where they premiered the Japanese version of "Dingga."[34] The promotions proceeded without any major controversies, allowing focus on the EP's themes and performances.Music
Musical style
The EP Travel predominantly blends power-pop, disco, hip-hop, and R&B elements across its six tracks, creating an eclectic sonic palette inspired by global travel motifs.[35] The title track "Aya" fuses retro hip-hop rhythms with modern pop sensibilities, incorporating Arabic flute melodies, reggae influences, and trap beats for a dynamic, party-oriented sound.[35][36] Meanwhile, the pre-release single "Dingga" emphasizes funky disco grooves with retro flair, driven by bongo drums and warbly synths that evoke a carefree, rhythmic escapism.[35] The introductory track "Travel" draws from 1960s-1990s power-pop influences, featuring upbeat drum beats, guitar riffs, and distorted piano to produce a nostalgic, beachy vibe with occasional rap sections.[35] The album showcases further variety through tracks like the jazz-infused ballad "Good Night," which relies on minimal piano instrumentation for an intimate, contemporary feel, and the upbeat, self-empowering "Chuck" with its lilting harmonies and xylophone hook.[35] "Diamond" leans into alternative R&B with stripped-back production, echo effects, and triplet rhythms highlighting airy, sultry vocals.[35] Overall, the EP's 20:08 runtime marks a shift from Mamamoo's prior retro bossa nova and hip-hop concepts to more experimental, travel-inspired rhythms blending Arabic, Latin, and diverse global sounds, though some observers noted a lack of full cohesion due to the sporadic genre transitions.[35] Instrumentation plays a key role in defining the EP's vibrant texture, with prominent brass elements in "Aya" adding a jubilant lift, synths providing retro warble in "Dingga," and sparse piano underscoring the balladry in "Good Night."[35][37] These choices, combined with the group's signature vocal harmonies, emphasize conceptual wanderlust over unified thematic depth.[36]Production
The production of Mamamoo's EP Travel occurred primarily at RBW Studio in Seoul in 2020, with vocal and instrumental recording handled by a team including Kim Do-hoon, Park Woo-sang, TENTEN, Yoo Sang-ho, and Jo Eun-joo.[38] The Korean edition features six main tracks plus a bonus track "Wanna Be Myself" on CD, with several co-written by Mamamoo members alongside external collaborators; Moonbyul contributed lyrics to "Travel," "Dingga," "Aya," "Chuck," and "Good Night," while Hwasa co-composed "Dingga."[38] Key production personnel included Kim Do-hoon and Park Woo-sang, who composed, arranged, and provided synthesizers and drum programming for "Travel" and "Dingga"; Kim Do-hoon, Moonbyul, and Lee Sang-ho for "Aya," with additional arrangement by Mingkey; TENTEN (Cosmos) for composition and arrangement on "Chuck," supported by instrumentalists like Seo Jae-woo on bass and piano; Kim Do-hoon on arrangement for "Diamond," with Park Woo-sang on composition; and Jeon Da-woon (Vendors) and Coco Tofu Appa for "Good Night."[38] Mixing was led by Park Woo-sang at RBW Studio for select tracks, with additional mixing and digital editing at CUBE Studio by Jo Ssia-jo-ssi (assisted by Jeon Bu-yeon), and mastering completed at 821 Sound Mastering.[38] The Japanese edition, released in 2021, adapted three tracks with additional lyricists for localized versions of "Aya" and "Dingga," while introducing the new song "Just Believe in Love," composed by Axel Hallstrom, StoneBridge, Lauren Kaori, and Yu-ki Kokubo.[39][40]Reception
Commercial performance
Upon its release, Travel achieved significant commercial success in South Korea, selling over 101,000 copies on its first day according to Hanteo Chart data, marking a personal record for Mamamoo.[41] In its first week, the EP sold 128,966 copies on the same chart, surpassing the group's previous mini-album reality in BLACK by approximately 184 percent in initial sales.[4] Total sales in South Korea reached 184,069 copies as of July 2022 (Circle Chart).[42] The EP debuted at number two on the Gaon Album Chart.[43] The Japanese edition of Travel, released in February 2021, sold 13,154 copies (Oricon, 2021).[44] On streaming platforms, as of November 2025, Travel has amassed over 200 million streams on Spotify. Its music videos on YouTube, including "Dingga" (95 million views) and "Aya" (123 million views), have exceeded 218 million views combined.[45][46]Critical reception
Upon its release, Travel received generally positive feedback from K-pop critics, who lauded Mamamoo's vocal diversity and willingness to experiment with genres. Reviewers highlighted the EP's blend of nostalgic pop, reggae-infused tracks, and R&B elements, with Allkpop praising the "phenomenal choreography" in the "Aya" music video and the group's consistent vocal strength across upbeat and sultry numbers.[36] UnitedKpop specifically commended the acapella harmonies and soothing piano in the ballad "Good Night," describing it as a highlight that showcased the members' intimate vocal interplay.[47] The Daily Bruin echoed these sentiments, noting the dynamic vocal chops on display—reflecting Mamamoo's six years of experience—and the engaging variety in tracks like "Aya," which incorporated Arabic flute and reggae beats, and "Diamond," with its alluring triplet rhythms and R&B flair.[35] The Wildcat Tribune further appreciated how the EP's diverse styles, from retro synth-pop in "Chuck" to calming piano in "Good Night," delivered truthful messages of escapism, self-realization, and comfort, all underpinned by the group's signature powerful yet soothing vocals.[48] Criticisms centered on the EP's occasional lack of cohesion amid its rhythmic experimentation. The Daily Bruin observed that while ambitious in exploring uncharted sounds like disco and Arabic influences, the sporadic moods and genres resulted in some inconsistency, with tracks like "Travel" feeling nostalgic but not particularly inventive, and "Chuck" hampered by redundant percussion.[35] Allkpop similarly found "Chuck" and "Diamond" somewhat lackluster compared to standouts like "Aya," suggesting they lacked the same energy or progression.[36] Fan reception was mixed but leaned positive, with Album of the Year aggregating a critic score of 75 out of 100 based on one professional review, alongside a user score of 62 out of 100 from 51 ratings, where listeners appreciated tracks like "Aya" but called the overall package "underwhelming" in cohesion.[49] Overall, Travel was regarded as a strong, comforting release that emphasized excitement and vocal talent, though it fell short of Mamamoo's most cohesive or peak efforts.[36][35][47]Track listing
Korean edition
The Korean edition of ''Travel'' is the original extended play released by MAMAMOO on November 3, 2020, through RBW. It features six tracks primarily in Korean, with Romanization in promotional materials. The digital edition typically includes five or six tracks depending on the platform (Dingga sometimes exclusive to physical), while physical CD editions have a total runtime of approximately 20:13 and include a bonus track. The album focuses on a mix of upbeat dance tracks and ballads aligned with its travel-themed concept.[50] Lead songwriting credits, from liner notes, highlight contributions from RBW in-house producers and group member Moonbyul across most tracks. The track listing for the main six tracks is presented below:| No. | Title (Hangul) | Title (Romanized) | Duration | Lead writers (lyrics/composition) |
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| 1 | Travel | Travel | 3:33 | Kim Do-hoon, Park Woo-sang, Moonbyul (lyrics); Kim Do-hoon, Park Woo-sang (composition) |
| 2 | 딩가딩가 | Dingga | 3:00 | Kim Do-hoon, Park Woo-sang, Moonbyul (lyrics); Kim Do-hoon, Park Woo-sang, Hwasa (composition) |
| 3 | AYA | Aya | 3:32 | Kim Do-hoon, Lee Sang-ho, Moonbyul (lyrics); Kim Do-hoon, Lee Sang-ho, Moonbyul (composition) |
| 4 | 척 | Chuck | 3:18 | Kim Do-hoon, TENTEN, Moonbyul (lyrics); Kim Do-hoon, TENTEN (composition) |
| 5 | Diamond | Diamond | 2:41 | Kim Eana, Park Woo-sang (lyrics); Kim Do-hoon, Park Woo-sang (composition) |
| 6 | 잘자 | Good Night | 4:09 | Jeon Da-woon, Coco Tofu Appa, Moonbyul (lyrics); Jeon Da-woon, Coco Tofu Appa (composition) |
| No. | Title | Duration |
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| 7 | Wanna Be Myself | 3:28 |
Japanese edition
The Japanese edition of ''Travel'', released on February 3, 2021, by Victor Entertainment, includes the six Korean tracks followed by four additional tracks: Japanese versions of "Aya" and "Dingga," the bonus track "Wanna Be Myself," and a new song "Just Believe in Love." This version has a total runtime of 33:07 and was available in limited editions with DVD or booklet and a regular CD edition, aimed at Oricon charts, with promotions including pre-release singles and Japanese media appearances.| No. | Title | Length |
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| 1–6 | Korean tracks (as above) | |
| 7 | "Wanna Be Myself" | 3:28 |
| 8 | "Aya" (Japanese ver.) | 3:33 |
| 9 | "Dingga" (Japanese ver.) | 3:01 |
| 10 | "Just Believe in Love" | 2:41 |
Charts
Weekly charts
Travel and its Japanese edition achieved notable positions on several weekly album charts. In South Korea, the EP debuted at number 2 on the Circle Album Chart for the issue dated November 7, 2020 (week 45), behind Monsta X's Fatal Love, and remained in the top 10 for several weeks thereafter.[51] The Japanese edition debuted at number 4 on Japan's Oricon Albums Chart for the week dated February 15, 2021, marking Mamamoo's highest entry on the chart at the time, before dropping to number 6 the following week and exiting the top 10 shortly after.[52] On the Billboard Japan Hot Albums chart, the Japanese edition peaked at number 5 for the chart dated February 15, 2021, and fell to number 49 the next week.[53] The EP did not enter the US Billboard 200 or World Albums charts. The pre-release single "Dingga" debuted at number 20 and later peaked at number 7 on South Korea's Circle Digital Chart.[54] The title track "Aya" reached number 37 on the same chart upon its release in early November 2020.[55]| Chart (2020–2021) | Peak position |
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| Japanese Albums (Oricon)[56] | 4 |
| Japan Hot Albums (Billboard Japan)[57] | 5 |
| South Korean Albums (Circle)[58] | 2 |
| Chart (2020) | Peak position |
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| South Korean Digital (Circle) ("Dingga")[59] | 7 |
| South Korean Digital (Circle) ("Aya")[60] | 37 |
Year-end charts
Travel placed at number 50 on South Korea's Circle Album Chart year-end rankings for 2020, accumulating 169,850 physical copies sold throughout the year.[61] In Japan, the Japanese edition—released on February 3, 2021—entered the 2021 Oricon year-end Albums Chart at number 288, with 13,154 copies sold, reflecting its modest sales following an early-year launch.[44]Accolades
Music show wins
The pre-release single "Dingga" from the EP Travel did not achieve any wins on South Korean music programs, despite topping iTunes charts in 12 countries upon release and demonstrating strong digital streaming performance domestically.[62] In contrast, the title track "Aya" earned one music show win on M Countdown, awarded on November 19, 2020, during a special episode highlighting MAMA nominees.[33] This victory marked the song's sole triumph across major programs, with no additional wins on shows such as Music Bank or Inkigayo.[63]Award nominations
The EP Travel and its lead singles received several nominations at major South Korean music award ceremonies in 2021, reflecting Mamamoo's continued industry recognition despite no major wins in these categories beyond their music show achievements.[64][65][66]| Year | Award | Category | Nominee | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | Golden Disc Awards | Album Division Bonsang | Travel | Nominated[64] |
| 2021 | Gaon Chart Music Awards | Song of the Month – November | "Dingga" | Nominated[67] |
| 2021 | Seoul Music Awards | Main Prize (Bonsang) | "Dingga" | Nominated[65] |
| 2021 | Seoul Music Awards | Popularity Award | "Dingga" | Nominated[65] |
| 2021 | Seoul Music Awards | K-Wave Award | "Dingga" | Nominated[65] |
| 2021 | Mnet Asian Music Awards | Worldwide Fans' Choice Top 10 | Mamamoo | Nominated[66] |
Release history
Digital formats
The digital edition of Mamamoo's EP Travel was released on November 3, 2020, coinciding with the physical launch and enabling immediate streaming and download availability worldwide. Distributed by Kakao M, it became accessible on key platforms including Spotify, Apple Music, Melon, Genie, and YouTube Music, supporting standard audio formats for broad compatibility. High-quality audio options, such as lossless playback, were offered on services like Apple Music to enhance listening fidelity. Unlike some releases, no exclusive digital bonuses or pre-order incentives were provided for this edition. The Japanese digital version of Travel followed on February 3, 2021, under Victor Entertainment, expanding availability to local and international platforms such as Recochoku, LINE MUSIC, AWA, Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon Music, and YouTube Music. This edition mirrored the Korean release in format but included Japanese-language adaptations of select tracks, with immediate streaming access upon launch and no unique digital exclusives.Physical formats
The physical release of Mamamoo's EP Travel featured CD formats tailored for the Korean and Japanese markets, with packaging designed to appeal to collectors through photobooks, photocards, and version-specific inserts. Manufactured by RBW, the Korean edition emphasized accessibility and variety in its two standard versions, while the Japanese edition incorporated localized adaptations and bonus materials. The Korean CD was released in Deep Green and Light Green versions on November 3, 2020. Both versions include a CD, an 80-page photobook, a random 32-page booklet (one of four designs), and a random photocard (one of twenty). The Deep Green version adds a square sticker, and the Light Green version includes a square polaroid instead. Pre-order bonuses for the Korean physical edition comprised a random folded poster and a set of message photocards, enhancing its collectible appeal.[68][69] In contrast, the Japanese CD edition, titled TRAVEL -Japan Edition-, launched on February 3, 2021, via Victor Entertainment in normal, limited Type A, and limited Type B formats. The core contents consist of a CD, with limited editions adding a DVD with music videos (Type A) or a deluxe booklet featuring unreleased photos (Type B). These variants provided Japanese-exclusive elements, such as adapted tracks, to differentiate from the Korean release.[70][71][39] While digital formats prioritize streaming and downloads as detailed separately, the physical editions underscore tangible memorabilia and version exclusivity for fan engagement.References
- Oct 21, 2020 · On October 20, MAMAMOO released “Dingga,” the pre-release track for their upcoming 10th mini album “TRAVEL.” Following the release, the song ...
- Nov 3, 2020 · 마마무 (MAMAMOO) - TRAVEL Release Date: 2020.11.03 Genre: Dance Language: Korean Track List: 01. Travel 02. 딩가딩가 (Dingga) 03.
- Nov 3, 2020 · MAMAMOO has released their 10th mini album “TRAVEL” and a music video for title track “AYA”! “AYA” is composed by RBW's Kim Do Hoon and Lee Sang Ho.
- Nov 10, 2020 · According to Hanteo Chart on November 10, “TRAVEL” sold 128,966 copies in the first week of its release (November 3 – 9). This is approximately ...
- Nov 5, 2020 · As of November 5 at 9 a.m. KST, “TRAVEL” had hit No. 1 on iTunes' Top Album charts in 29 different regions. The title track “AYA” also reached ...
