WONHO, the multi-talented artist, is celebrating the release of his new album, *CORE*, by giving fans an exclusive peek into his musical world. He has curated a special playlist just for KPOPWORLD, a dynamic collection that’s neatly split between the tracks that sculpted the sound of *CORE* and the songs he’s currently obsessed with. This unique compilation acts like a personal notebook, offering unprecedented insight into WONHO’s current creative headspace and the deep musical roots that nourish his artistry.
His relationship with music clearly extends far beyond his own impressive catalog. This curated playlist serves as a rare map to the reference points shaping his distinct artistic vision. The influences heavily lean towards electronic and atmospheric soundscapes, showcasing WONHO’s profound fascination with sound design as a craft in itself. Artists like Madeon, with his structural precision, Gesaffelstein’s rich textural weight, and Fred again..’s emotionally resonant builds, all point to a sophisticated ear. The inclusion of Jenevieve’s smooth R&B vocal approach further rounds out this inspirational side, hinting at the diverse palette from which WONHO draws the color for his own powerful voice.
The playlist also offers a rare, personal glimpse into his latest work. “Answer” was actually the very first song he wrote for *CORE* and was even considered for the title track, explaining why it’s a song he keeps returning to. Another album track, “Summer Blue,” gets a special mention for its instrumental outro, a detail that reveals how intimately he listens to his own creations. Together, WONHO’s playlist masterfully maps the intricate space between external influence and raw artistic instinct that so powerfully built the foundation of his latest masterpiece, *CORE*.
Songs That Inspired CORE
Madeon – “Love You Back”
I’ve admired Madeon for a long time, and this song was a huge source of inspiration. I was especially influenced by its structure, sound design, and overall atmosphere.
Gesaffelstein – “Pursuit”
I still listen to this song all the time. It taught me a lot about sound design, texture, and music production as a whole.
Jenevieve – “Baby Powder”
Jenevieve has been one of my favorite artists lately. I’ve been really inspired by her vocal style, her R&B sound, and the way she approaches the genre.
Fred again.. – “Delilah (pull me out of this)”
I’ve loved this song for a long time. I was especially inspired by the way it builds and evolves, and by how it captures such an exciting, uplifting feeling.
Lorn – “Acid Rain”
I learned so much from this song, especially from its structure, emotional progression, and overall atmosphere.
WONHO’s Favorite Songs Recently
Madeon – “The Prince”
I’ve been listening to this song a lot lately. It’s my go-to track whenever I go for a run.
WONHO – “Answer”
This was the very first song I made for the album, and it was also the first one I considered as the title track. Because of that, I find myself coming back to it often.
WONHO – “On My Way”
I listen to this song all the time when I’m on tour, traveling, or out for a run.
WONHO – “Summer Blue”
I’m especially attached to this song, so I listen to it all the time. Whenever I put it on, I end up replaying it over and over. My favorite part is the instrumental outro.
WONHO – “SWAG”
At some point, this became my favorite song on the “SWAG” album. I’ve probably listened to it a million times. I can’t really explain why – I just absolutely love it.
