The name BEANSPROUT is unusual from the start. This four-piece pop band, who chose the English word for bean sprouts as their name, debuted with the single 'Stopped' on September 23, 2022. Consisting of Kwak Jeongyeong, Hwang Chaeyeong, Choi Hyunsoo, and Kwon Jino, their music freely crosses ska, punk, and indie rock, showing colorful variety.
'We don't decide on a genre and then write — the emotion of the moment determines the genre.'
This statement perfectly reveals their musical philosophy. Listening to BEANSPROUT's songs, you'll find a spectrum difficult to categorize. From the ska rhythm of their debut 'Stopped,' to the pop sensibility of 'My Friend,' to the brass sound of 'You Know,' each song presents a new side.
Story
BEANSPROUT's true value was revealed on the YouTube channel Nonol. Their live stages recorded across 15 videos earned a total of 137,633 views. 'My Friend' drew 22,571 viewers, and 'You Know' captivated 20,332 hearts.
Originals — Stories Written by Their Own Hand
To know BEANSPROUT's true colors, start with their originals.
'You Know'
The moment the first note sounds, memories of that flirtatious period come alive. Performed on the open stage of Daegwallyeong Sky Ranch in Gangwon-do, this song wraps the subtle psychological game between a man and woman in brass sound. The third harmonies created by trumpet and saxophone capture the push-and-pull vibrations of the heart.
20,332 people stopped before this stage. Reading complex flirtatious emotions within the simple repetition of 'You Know' — that is the narrative power BEANSPROUT possesses.
'My Friend'
A rainy afternoon looking out the window, this is the song for thinking about that person who's more than a friend. Against the green pastures of Daegwallyeong, BEANSPROUT musically explored the eternal question of friendship between men and women.
Analyzing the structure reveals BEANSPROUT's arrangement skills. Starting with simple acoustic guitar arpeggios in the intro, bass lines settle calmly in the verse, expanding to full band sound in the chorus. The scat section 'shubirubapba baby' showcases the vocalist's rhythmic sense. 22,571 people watching wasn't a coincidence.
'Winter's Temperature'
Despite the title, warmth is what you feel. The irony of singing 'Winter's Temperature' at a summer festival transmits season-transcending warmth of love. The vocal texture over refreshing guitar riffs feels as crisp as a summer breeze.
18,935 people watched this performance, drawn by the song's energy. The slap bass over the drum's backbeat adds funkiness, reminiscent of early Red Hot Chili Peppers while keeping BEANSPROUT's own color.
'Hero'
Sometimes a simple word holds more power than grand comfort. 'Hero' is such a song. Under Daegwallyeong's wide sky, this song carries the heart of wanting to be someone's hero.
20,026 people watched for the catharsis the song provides. The bubble-filled stage production creates a perfect ending.
'Sweet Song,' 'Stopped,' 'Wait,' 'Humming'
'Sweet Song,' their earliest composition, shows BEANSPROUT's starting point. The debut song 'Stopped' established their identity with ska rhythm upbeats harmonizing with brass section brilliance. 'Wait' shows their funky side with slap bass movement. 'Humming,' essential at festivals, has an irresistibly singable melody.
Special — Full Versions and Best Compilations
17,211 people watched the full version live, revealing BEANSPROUT's true value. Fans from the Philippines and Arab regions were also captivated — their music carries emotion beyond language. 20,161 people saw BEANSPROUT featured alongside UNXL, Daedong, and Giyeon Band in an indie band best compilation.
BEANSPROUT's music shares a common thread: it's great for singing along together. Repetitive structures like 'shubirubapba baby,' 'stopped, right,' and 'you know' are simple yet powerful communication tools. Creating moments of unity with the audience in live performances — that is the value BEANSPROUT pursues in music.
Fans worldwide prove the universality of BEANSPROUT's music. Emotion delivered beyond language and culture — that is the power of music and BEANSPROUT's specialness.
Music
노놀 VOL 61. 빈스프라우트 (BEANSPROUT) ' 달달한 노래 ’
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Meet their music live at the Singing Playground.
🎵 "BEANSPROUT Full Ver. - Stopped, Humming, Wait, Sweet Song"
🎵 "BEANSPROUT - My Friend | Male and Female Friends, an Indie Band Live about Subtle Emotions"
🎵 "BEANSPROUT - You Know | Indie Band Music Capturing the Sweet Staring Game of a Crush"
🎵 "Romance! Youth! Emotional Nonol Indie Band Best Compilation | UNXL, BEANSPROUT, Daedong, Giyeon Band"
🎵 "BEANSPROUT - Hero | An Indie Band's Ending Song Delivering Simple but Sincere Comfort"
🎵 "BEANSPROUT - Winter's Temperature | A Love Song with Cool Band Sound and Cute Lyrics"
🎵 "BEANSPROUT - Sweet Song | A Love Ballad Sweetening Daily Life, Full of Flutter"
🎵 "BEANSPROUT Live Full Version - You Know, My Friend, Winter's Temperature, Hero | Colorful Indie Band Live"
🎵 "BEANSPROUT - Stopped | Exciting Ska Rhythm That Makes Hearts Race, Sing-Along Band Music"
🎵 "BEANSPROUT - Wait | A Funky Must-Win Song That Heats Up the Venue, Energetic Live"
At the end of 2024, BEANSPROUT released a new single 'See You in Dreams.' Selected for the Korea Music Performers' Association's '2025 Outstanding Performance Album Production Support Project,' this song signals new challenges ahead. Building on the solid foundation established in just over two years since debut, anticipation grows for what new stories they'll tell.
In an interview with Xportsnews, BEANSPROUT said: 'Petty love music fits well with our band's color. We want to continue being a band that handles various genres.'