The 24-member powerhouse girl group tripleS returns with their latest single, “Andless.”
Crafted in collaboration with the music production team behind KPop Demon Hunters, “Andless” injects explosive energy into a driving electronic-pop sound, marking an exciting new sonic addition to tripleS’ discography.
The single serves as the second chapter of the group’s ASSEMBLE26 <LOVE&POP> series, representing the “&” that links Part 1, “LOVE” (released this June) and Part 3, “POP.” Just as “and” is the conjunction that connects one thing to another, the title “Andless” embodies moments that will never end and the group’s infinite possibilities.
There’s a fierce unity that emerges when all 24 girls join forces on a single track, and “Andless” is a bold indicator of the Modhaus supergroup’s unlimited potential.
Here to discuss their latest release and what makes tripleS unique, members YooYeon, ChaeWon, Lynn, DaHyun, JooBin, JiWoo, SoHyun and Kotone sat down with Sweety High. Read the full interview below.
(Photo credit: Modhaus)
Sweety High: For listeners who are discovering tripleS for the very first time through this interview or the current tour, how would you describe the group’s identity in three words?
YooYeon: Reckless, Andless, Endless!
ChaeWon: I would introduce tripleS as Infinite, Untitled, Possibilities!
SH: With a discography spanning full-group releases (ASSEMBLE24) and various sub-unit releases (from Acid Angel from Asia and Visionary Vision to LOVElution and EVOLution), your sound is incredibly diverse. If you could recommend just one “gateway track” for a new listener to start their tripleS journey, which song would it be and why?
JiWoo: I would like to recommend a track called “Rising.” Since it’s a song from our first ASSEMBLE album, I think it marks the beginning of our universe.
The word “Rising” itself carries positive energy, which I hope you can feel as well. That’s why I’d like to recommend it.
SoHyun: I recommend “Girls Never Die”! It’s a great starting point for new listeners since it’s the first track we released as a full, 24-member group.
I think it really gives you a sense of who tripleS are as a group!
Kotone: It’d be “Girls Never Die”! Not only is it our most well-known song, but I also think it introduces our universe really well, making it a perfect song for people who are discovering tripleS for the first time.
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SH: “Who needs an audition when you’re already an idol?” is such an iconic line. What does it mean to you personally, and how does it apply to your own journey as an idol?
Lynn: This particular lyric is not just an expression of confidence, but I view it more as a quote that makes me look back at the journey I have been on until now.
The process of becoming an idol required a lot of time and effort, and there have been moments where I felt like I was not enough. Right now, however, through meeting WAV who cheer on me when I’m on stage and sharing so many experiences with the members, I feel like I’m gradually becoming more confident.
That’s why, to the person I am today, this lyric reflects the sentiment of “I have become the person I dreamed of becoming, and I will be able to show even better sides of me in the future.”
SH: “All the dark days but I made it here, turned the pain into another gear” is another memorable lyric. Could you share a specific obstacle you faced and how you overcame it?
SoHyun: We had very little time to prepare for this promotion and had to fit everything into our already packed schedules.
It was during times like these that we thought of and put our trust in our members, the fans who love and support us, and the staff who help us, and managed to bring everything together.
SH: “Andless” speaks to moments that never end and the group’s endless potential. What are your biggest dreams and aspirations for tripleS as a group moving forward, and what is a personal goal you hope to achieve?
DaHyun: As tripleS, our biggest dream is to introduce more people to the unique music and performances that we create together as 24 members.
Through our music, we want to bring people joy and comfort, and we hope that tripleS’ name will be remembered as a genre of its own.
Personally, I wish to become an artist who can perform for a long time while being loved by many people. My biggest goal, however, is to become someone that WAV, who always support me, can be proud of.
Lynn: As tripleS, my biggest goal is to meet more WAV and perform on bigger stages while showcasing our music and performances. I truly think that the energy we create when we perform as 24 members is very special, and I want to share that energy with more people.
I want us to become a group whose moments shared with WAV will be remembered for a long time, even as time goes by.
Personally, I want to become an artist who can show more people my unique charms on stage. Moving forward, I want to challenge myself with diverse concepts and performances and further develop my own unique identity as Lynn.
JooBin: I want to make it onto the Billboard charts as tripleS! I’ll continue working hard alongside the members to achieve even bigger goals.
Personally, one of my goals is to appear on more music shows as part of a unit. So far, I’ve only had the chance to perform on a music show once as part of a unit, so I’d love to have more opportunities to do so.
SH: If ASSEMBLE26 <LOVE&POP> pt.1 told a story of courage, this release focuses on confidence. What is something, whether on stage or in daily life, that instantly boosts your confidence?
JiWoo: I think it’s the existence of WAV. I gave this question a lot of thought, but rather than doing anything special myself, I think it’s WAV’s presence and support that help everything go smoothly, not only on stage but also throughout the preparation process.
YooYeon: I try to focus on the good qualities of the people around me. Thinking about the good qualities of the members and those around me helps me see amazing qualities in myself as well.
That’s how I try to boost my confidence.
DaHyun: Before going on stage, I look at myself in the mirror and manifest positive thoughts. I think to myself “You can do it today, too!” and just like that, I start feeling more confident.
More than anything, I feel the most confident when I feel the support and love of our fans. The fact that there are people who believe in me gives me a lot of strength.
Lynn: When I go on stage, I usually reassure myself that everything is going to be okay. Meeting WAV while performing naturally gives me confidence.
When I see our fans smiling at me and cheering me on, I want to show them an even better side of myself. I think the moments when I finish a performance and feel that I truly enjoyed myself give me the biggest confidence boost.
SH: Performing on the <ANDLESS> Tour with all 24 members is a truly massive setup. What does it actually feel like on stage when all 24 of you join forces for a high-energy performance?
DaHyun: I truly feel such powerful energy when the 24 of us are on stage together. It’s a very special moment when the members, who all have different charms and personalities, come together through the same music.
Whenever we lock eyes during a performance or smile at each other, I think to myself, “We really are tripleS!” I think that the energy we create together as 24 members is the most special charm that only we can show.
ChaeWon: Just being on stage together as 24 members makes me feel really reassured and overwhelmed with emotion. When all the members, each with their own unique charms and energy, come together with the same mindset and work in sync toward one performance, I can really feel how strong our teamwork is.
I think the synergy and energy we create when all 24 of us are together is truly special, and it also makes me feel an even greater sense of responsibility and joy.
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SH: Spending so much time together on the road inevitably brings people closer. What is something new or surprising you’ve learned about a fellow member while touring as a full 24-member unit?
JiWoo: There were quite a lot of difficult moments during the preparation for this tour. I think I was able to overcome them because of the help of the members.
Although our members have always been very warmhearted people, during this tour preparation, I realized that I cherish the members even more than I thought.
JooBin: I once again felt how sincere and serious our members are about performing. Even when we’re tired or going through difficult moments, as soon as the concert starts, seeing the members truly enjoy their time with the fans, with such a sparkle in their eyes, leaves a strong impression on me.
Also, as the concert comes to an end, I can feel that we all share the same sadness that it’s almost over, which reminds me once again just how much every member cherishes being on stage.
ChaeWon: I’ve been roommates with Mayu during the tour so far, and although I always thought of her as a warm and kind person, sharing a room with her has made me realize just how warm-hearted and caring she really is.
SH: Working with the music team behind KPop Demon Hunters brought a unique energy to “Andless.” How did their musical style mesh with tripleS’s signature sound, and what was the recording process like?
SoHyun: It’s our first time trying out this style, so I was a bit worried about the intense vocals before we started recording. However, thanks to the director’s careful guidance and multiple rounds of re-recording, we were able to make even better music.
I’m happy with the result, and I feel like I’ve grown once again.
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SH: Which song has been your absolute favorite to perform live on tour so far? What makes the atmosphere during that track special?
DaHyun: Out of our tour setlist, I like “Girls Never Die” the most. It’s also the song that gets the loudest cheers as soon as the intro starts playing, so it makes performing it even more exciting.
I also think that this track best represents tripleS’ identity and message. The moments when we sing the song together with our fans are especially meaningful to me.
When we hear WAV’s voices from the stage, it feels like the message we want to convey becomes even more powerful, and in those moments, it feels like the stage and the audience become one.
Kotone: I would pick “World Wild Women,” which is actually the OST of tripleS’ own variety show, Badge War Season 4. I chose this song because the track itself is great and the choreography is just my cup of tea.
Fans have also told me that I look like I’m flying on stage when I perform it! I dance really hard during the chorus, and it’s especially fun and makes me happy!
JooBin: My favorite is “Andless,” the title track of LOVE&POP pt.2, which we unveiled during this tour. We showcased the performance to our fans for the first time during this tour, and seeing how much everyone loved it made performing it even more enjoyable for us.
There’s a part toward the end of the song where the beat suddenly stops before dropping again, and I think that moment perfectly captures the thrill that you can only experience at a live concert, which makes the song even more special to me.
SH: If you had to pick one favorite lyric from this latest release besides your own lines, which one would it be and why?
JiWoo: I like the repetitive “E E E” in the hook. I chose it not so much for its meaning, but because I think it’s what makes the song so addictive and is its signature element.
When it comes to tripleS, “la” is our signature, but this time we tried something new with the repetitive “E”.
YooYeon: I like the meaning of the lyric “Turned the pain into another gear”.
ChaeWon: I particularly like Sullin and SeoYeon’s “You, you” part. I love the way they interact with each other on stage, and hearing WAV doing the fan chants gives me energy and makes me want to join in too.
I think that’s what makes this part so charming.
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SH: Fitting with the theme of “Andless,” if you could have an endless supply of anything in the world, what would you choose and why?
SoHyun: I think I’d choose stamina. I actually believe that everything comes from having enough energy, whether it’s the ability to do your job well or the kindness and attitude you show toward others.
That’s why I’d love to have unlimited stamina.
Lynn: I think I’d choose an unlimited amount of time. Time spent with the people I love always seems to pass so quickly.
I wish I could hold on to the moments I spend with my family, friends, the members, and WAV a little longer. I especially wish that happy moments like the ones we’re experiencing now could go on forever. That’s why I’d choose time.
JooBin: I’d love to have unlimited language skills! I really want to communicate with fans all around the world in different languages.
I’ve loved languages since I was little, so I think it would be amazing and exciting if I could communicate in every language in the world.
SH: K-pop moves so fast, and tripleS is always at the forefront of fresh soundscapes. What are some K-pop tracks or artists you’ve personally been listening to on repeat while on the road?
Kotone: I think I’ve been listening to songs by Keyveatz and WAYF BOYS quite often!
SoHyun: When it comes to K-pop, I naturally end up listening to a lot of tripleS songs while we’re on tour. I listen to them while thinking about how we should perform them on stage.
As for other Korean artists, I enjoy listening to SUMIN and DPR IAN.
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SH: tripleS has experimented with everything from house and drum & bass to synth-pop and grand choral pop. Is there a music genre or concept trend you haven’t tackled yet that you’d love to try for a future unit or sub-unit?
YooYeon: I’d like to try making an R&B album, and I’d also love to try songs with grand, powerful beats!
DaHyun: For a new unit, I’d love to try music with a dreamy and mysterious atmosphere. I want to try a concept with beautiful and unique sounds and visuals that feel like they’re somewhere between reality and dreams.
Personally, I think a slightly darker and more mature R&B or alternative pop concept would be really appealing too. I’d love to take part in activities that allow me to discover a different side of myself from what I’ve shown so far.
SH: Outside of music, viral K-pop trends are huge right now. Is there a current trend or content style you’re really eager to try out?
Kotone: I often do dance challenges on Shorts, and since our fans really enjoy my dance challenges too, I’d love to film them more often!
ChaeWon: Lately, I’ve been thinking that it would be nice to create content where I regularly try out and experience new things. I’d love to film vlogs that show my natural, everyday self!
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