BALDU, a Duo that Paints Emotion into Everyday Life

In 2019, BALDU took their first step with a song called 'Orbit.' Like Pluto orbiting the sun, it captured the heart endlessly racing toward one distant soul. Four years later, their music still traces its orbit, revolving around people's hearts.

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BALDU's music doesn't offer grand consolation. It simply sits quietly beside you, keeping you company. Just as Pluto orbits the sun, their music endlessly traces its path around our daily lives.

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🎵 "Cuz"

The moment the first note rings out, you feel as if sitting by a rainy window. 'Cuz' is short for 'Because,' carrying the meaning of 'because of.' This song about the countless reasons for you showcases BALDU's lyrical side at its finest.

The melody starting in the vocalist's mid-low range creates a sense of space alongside the lyrics 'perhaps you are the wind that flew to me.' The piano accompaniment follows a simple chord progression, but that very restraint highlights the lyricism of the vocals. The emotional shifts when repeating 'cuz I love you' in the chorus are impressive.

Over 11,000 people stopped before this stage. 71 likes tell the story — this is a performance you can't just play and leave.

🎵 "Orbit"

Created in 2019 in a studio while thinking about Pluto's orbital path. As described, 'like Pluto orbiting the sun, this song captures the heart endlessly racing toward one distant soul,' and it became BALDU's signature work.

The piano solo intro begins with a simple arpeggio, but the harmony enriches once the vocals enter. A 3/4 waltz rhythm flows throughout the entire song, giving a cyclical feeling as if a celestial body is tracing its orbit. The falsetto treatment when the vocals rise to the upper register at the bridge stands out.

At the heart of this song's composition lies the longing for someone far away. This track, which BALDU chose as the starting point of their musical journey in 2019, is the archetype of the lyricism that consistently flows through all their subsequent works.

🎵 "Balloon"

'The music is so so good' — this is the comment that received the most empathy among fans. As the song introduction says, 'the moment of being with someone you love feels like floating up on a balloon,' and 'Balloon' boasts the most cheerful atmosphere among BALDU's songs.

The song's structure follows a typical pop ballad format, but the piano ornaments inserted throughout create a floating sensation as if balloons are rising into the sky. The vocal treatment is brighter and more cheerful than previous songs, and the section where the word 'balloon' is stretched out is reminiscent of Billie Eilish's dreamy vocal style.

🎵 "Drive"

What's notable in this song's arrangement is the use of the rhythm section. This song about 'leaving behind all the noise and going on a drive with someone you love' shows a driving rhythmic sense different from other BALDU songs.

In the intro, the piano starts with a dense 16-beat rhythm pattern. This creates a propulsive feeling as if an actual car is running. The vocal melody progresses in a relatively low register, but in the chorus, octave jumps express the heightening of emotion.

The most interesting part structurally is the bridge. The moment the piano pauses and only the vocals remain, a stillness flows like stopping the car during a drive and gazing at the scenery. The transition back to full arrangement afterward is very natural.

Over 12,000 people joined this drive. As the artist said, 'When you listen to this song, let's all leave like in a movie!' — a song that speaks for everyone who wants to escape the everyday.

🎵 "Let's Run Away - Sunwoo Junga Cover"

How did BALDU interpret the dreamy atmosphere Sunwoo Junga showed in the original? Their cover version strips away all the electronic music elements of the original and reveals the song's essence with just piano and vocals.

Rather than imitating Sunwoo Junga's unique vocal tone, they added BALDU's own interpretation, which is impressive. The emotional delivery when singing 'let's run away' in particular feels even more desperate than the original.

🎵 "Thinking of You - Yangjae Stream Busking"

BALDU's live performance on an outdoor stage shows a different charm. Unlike studio recordings, their music accompanied by natural ambient sounds feels even more vivid.

'Thinking of You' is a track from their recent EP 'wave,' first revealed through busking stages. While there are acoustic limitations inherent to outdoor performances, those very limitations actually highlight the song's humble charm.

🎵 "BALDU Full Version"

'I love Drive so much, it's so refreshing' — this comment perfectly describes the charm of this full version video. This video where you can listen to four songs in a row is a perfect sampler showcasing BALDU's musical spectrum at a glance.

The natural connections between each song and the artist's introductions create a feeling of watching an intimate concert. About 10,000 people joined this 20-minute journey.

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BALDU is a female duo that paints emotion onto people's everyday lives. Composed of a vocalist with a voice that lingers in your ears and a pianist whose playing touches the heart, they have created music that captures the vivid joy of sun-drenched days and the sentiment of moonlit nights.

Starting out under the name 'Balla Duet,' they reached a new turning point in 2023 when they changed their name to BALDU. Since their debut track 'Orbit' in 2019, they have released a total of 8 songs, steadily building their own unique color.

Recently, they proved their musical growth with the release of their first EP 'wave.' Featuring five tracks including the title track 'Wave' and the pre-released 'Thinking of You,' this album is the culmination of their journey documented through music.