November 10, 2026 | K-POP News · New Music · South Korea
NCT DREAM released their sixth full-length album, DREAM AFTER DREAM, on November 9, 2026, at 6 p.m. KST. The ten-track record is led by “Boogie Woogie,” an upbeat disco-funk song that looks back on the group’s first decade while celebrating the experiences its members continue to share.
SM Entertainment released the album on November 9 alongside the official music video for “Boogie Woogie.” The video brings the song’s playful mood to life through colorful scenes and a relaxed, celebratory atmosphere. After weeks of teasers, fans can now hear how the ten songs fit together as a complete record.
‘Boogie Woogie’ mixes 1970s disco-funk with modern pop
The title track combines the warm basslines and dance-floor energy of 1970s disco-funk with modern synthesizers and rhythmic percussion. Rather than relying on a dramatic buildup, “Boogie Woogie” keeps its groove front and center, creating a bright, easygoing atmosphere that suits the group’s anniversary celebrations.
Jaemin participated in writing the lyrics. Instead of telling a story about a single romantic relationship, the song celebrates the people who have spent years together and made everyday moments memorable. It expresses gratitude for shared experiences while looking forward to more celebrations in the future.
The official music video follows the members through familiar places such as shops, a playground, a bowling alley and a gym. Its everyday settings turn the song’s message into something visual: friendship and joy are not limited to major stages or milestones. The six members’ relaxed performances reinforce the festive tone of the track.
Fans can watch the official “Boogie Woogie” music video on SMTOWN’s YouTube channel and explore the full album through digital music services.
A sixth studio album that reflects ten years of growth
NCT DREAM debuted on August 25, 2016, and marked its tenth anniversary in August 2026. DREAM AFTER DREAM, released that November, is therefore a tenth-anniversary-era album, not a project arriving before the anniversary itself.
The group began with the bright youthful energy of “Chewing Gum” and went on to build a varied catalog that includes “My First and Last,” “Hot Sauce,” “Hello Future,” “Candy,” “ISTJ” and “BTTF.” Those songs covered different styles, but youth, friendship and growing up remained recurring ideas. The new album approaches those subjects from the perspective of artists who have now spent a decade performing together.
The album features the six-member lineup of Renjun, Jeno, Haechan, Jaemin, Chenle and Jisung. Rather than recreating the sound of the group’s early releases, it moves between dance music, ballads, R&B, hyperpop and pop rock. That range gives the anniversary project a sense of forward motion: the members acknowledge the past while exploring what comes next.
DREAM AFTER DREAM: the complete 10-song tracklist
| No. | Track | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | The Sun | Pop ballad; pre-release video |
| 2 | Boogie Woogie | Title track; disco-funk dance |
| 3 | Dream After Dream | Festival-style pop anthem |
| 4 | Skydive | Electronic hyperpop |
| 5 | Pressure | Deep house with tribal elements |
| 6 | Watch U Watch Me | Synth-led dance song |
| 7 | Cool for Me | Hip-hop and R&B |
| 8 | Tumbler | Retro synth-pop and pop R&B |
| 9 | Smile for U | Acoustic pop-rock with doo-wop touches |
| 10 | This Is Your World | Guitar-driven band sound |
The tracklist follows SM Entertainment’s official album information. The variety is striking: an emotional opening ballad leads into a dance-floor title track, while later songs explore electronic production, R&B textures and guitar-led pop. Listening in sequence reveals a deliberate contrast between moments of celebration and reflection.
‘The Sun,’ ‘Smile for U’ and the album’s quieter moments
The album begins with “The Sun,” a pop ballad about relying on one another while continuing toward new goals. Its music video was released on October 20, before the full album, offering a more reflective introduction to the project’s anniversary theme.
Another standout in the credits is “Smile for U,” for which Haechan participated in writing lyrics. Its acoustic pop-rock sound and doo-wop influences support a message of reassurance: staying beside someone even after a tiring day. That gentler mood contrasts with the celebratory energy of the lead single.
Elsewhere, “Skydive” moves into electronic hyperpop, “Pressure” uses a heavier deep-house pulse, and “Tumbler” pairs warm retro synthesizers with memories the members want to preserve. The closing track, “This Is Your World,” brings electric guitars to the foreground as the record ends on a forward-looking note.
How the tracklist tells a story
One of the album’s most interesting choices is its pacing. It begins with the reflective “The Sun,” moves quickly into the buoyant “Boogie Woogie,” and then spreads into several different styles before ending with the guitar-driven “This Is Your World.” The order gives listeners time to enjoy the group’s lighter side without losing the emotional thread that connects the songs.
That balance is especially meaningful for an anniversary-era release. NCT DREAM’s early music often explored the excitement and uncertainty of growing up. Ten years after their debut, those ideas have taken on a different weight. Songs about encouragement, shared memories and new beginnings can now reflect the group’s own experience as well as the feelings of the audience that grew alongside them. The album does not offer a single musical formula for that journey; instead, it approaches the theme from several angles.
Where should new listeners begin?
- For a burst of energy: Start with “Boogie Woogie,” then try the electronic drive of “Skydive.”
- For a softer mood: Listen to “The Sun” and “Smile for U,” which place the album’s themes of support and companionship in a gentler setting.
- For a sense of the full journey: Play all ten tracks in order, finishing with “This Is Your World.”
What happened on release day?
The comeback was supported by a release-day livestream, “Let’s Boogie Woogie!,” scheduled for 5 p.m. KST on November 9, one hour before the album and title-track video became available. The group also held a pre-release listening event in Seoul, giving some fans the opportunity to hear the new songs before they arrived on streaming services.
For listeners joining the era now, the full album is available through major digital music platforms. Fans can start with the title track for the upbeat side of the release, then hear “The Sun” and “Smile for U” for a different perspective on the same themes.
This new-release report follows our earlier October announcement of the album’s November 9 release date. The earlier report covers the original teaser; this article documents the released music, full tracklist and official video. Visit the NCT DREAM artist profile for more on the group, or check the K-POP Calendar for upcoming schedules.
DREAM AFTER DREAM: quick answers for listeners
When was NCT DREAM’s sixth album released?
The album arrived on November 9, 2026, at 6 p.m. Korea Standard Time. The “Boogie Woogie” music video premiered at the same time.
How many songs are on DREAM AFTER DREAM?
There are ten tracks. “Boogie Woogie” is the title song, while “The Sun” had a music video released ahead of the album on October 20.
Which members wrote lyrics for the new album?
Jaemin participated in writing “Boogie Woogie,” and Haechan helped write “Smile for U,” according to the album’s official description.
Sources
Melon / SM Entertainment — Official album details, tracklist and song descriptions, November 9, 2026