aespa maps emotional journey on upcoming album 'LEMONADE'

by Joonha Yoo Posted : May 21, 2026, 14:34Updated : May 21, 2026, 14:34
This file image shows poster for the upcoming aespa week planned ahead of aespas release of their second full length album Lemonade Courtesy of SM Entertainment
This file image shows poster for the upcoming aespa week planned ahead of aespa's release of their second full length album 'Lemonade.' Courtesy of SM Entertainment
SEOUL, May 21 (AJP) -  K-pop girl band aespa has introduced additional tracks from its upcoming second full-length album "LEMONADE," highlighting an emotional arc that moves through freedom, self-protection, desire and connection, SM Entertainment said Thursday.

The 11-track album is set for release at 1 p.m. (0400 GMT) on May 29 through major streaming platforms and will also be available as a physical album.

“LEMONADE” marks aespa’s first full-length album in roughly two years group's first studio album "Armageddon," which was released in May 2024.

Among the newly introduced tracks, "Can’t Help Myself" is a rock song driven by rough guitar sounds and the members’ clear vocals. The lyrics carry a message of choosing to live freely even in the face of rejection or criticism.

"Camouflage" is a hyperpop song with dreamy synth textures. The track uses the image of camouflage to describe hiding one’s true feelings and presenting another version of oneself as a form of self-defense.

“My Plan” is a mid-tempo R&B track about pursuing someone with a playful sense of confidence, while “‘Til We Die” is a pop-rock song about staying together with those who have offered strength and support.
 
This teaser image provided by SM Entertainment shows members of aespa for the group’s upcoming second full-length album “LEMONADE.” Courtesy of SM Entertainment
This teaser image provided by SM Entertainment shows members of aespa for the group’s upcoming second full-length album “LEMONADE.” Courtesy of SM Entertainment

The album also includes the title track "LEMONADE," prerelease single "WDA (Whole Different Animal)," "Switchblade" featuring Ty Dolla $ign, and dance tracks "SHAKIN’," "Bite" and "Roll."

Preorders are available through online and offline music retailers.