NEWBEAT drops surprise single “Cappuccino,” expands debut album narrative

August 6, 2025 - 11:52 AM IST

Rising K-pop group NEWBEAT surprised fans today with the release of their new digital single “Cappuccino,” which dropped across major streaming platforms on August 5 at 12 PM KST. The unexpected release follows the group’s high-energy live debut of the track at KCON LA 2025, where it received a thunderous response from audiences, fuelling anticipation for its official launch.

NEWBEAT drops surprise single “Cappuccino,” expands debut album narrative

The seven-member group — Park Minseok, Hong Minseong, Jeon Yeoyeojeong, Choi Seohyun, Kim Taeyang, Cho Yoonhoo, and Kim Riu — continues to build on the narrative first introduced in “JeLLo,” a pre-release track from their March debut full-length album, RAW AND RAD. While “JeLLo” was infused with cheeky charm and highlighted the group’s playful “hidden power” concept, “Cappuccino” elevates the storyline with a more emotionally nuanced take on youthful transformation and awakening.

Described as an old-school-inspired track with punchy beats and addictive rap flows, “Cappuccino” underscores NEWBEAT’s emerging musical identity — a stylish fusion of attitude, storytelling, and polished production. The song features contributions from acclaimed producers and songwriters including KZ, HONEYSWEAT, Andreas Öhrn, and Didrik Thott, with HONEYSWEAT handling the arrangement. The result is a smooth, confident production that balances retro influences with a modern sound.

Conceptually, “Cappuccino” symbolizes the group's evolution — moving from the sugar rush of jelly to the sophisticated kick of caffeine. The track captures a shift in emotional tone, portraying a sense of growing excitement and subtle romantic tension. It also serves as a metaphorical coming-of-age moment, suggesting a deeper self-awareness and emotional depth from the members.

Notably, “Cappuccino” is not part of a formal comeback campaign but rather a surprise gift for fans, showcasing NEWBEAT’s ongoing desire to connect with their growing global following outside of traditional promotional cycles.

Since their debut with RAW AND RAD, NEWBEAT has quickly gained momentum in the K-pop scene. The group earned recognition through their Mnet debut show and SBS fan showcase and have since performed at major events including the 2025 LOVESOME Festival, Seoul Spring Festa, MyK FESTA, Yeosu K-Mega Island Festival, and KCON.

With “Cappuccino,” NEWBEAT continues to make bold strides forward, offering fans not just a new sound, but a deeper look into the evolving universe they’re building — one track at a time.