Pop Review: TWICE Unveils 10th Anniversary Album

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Twice 10th anniversary album teaser ten: The Story Goes on

TWICE releases TEN: The Story Goes On in honor of their 10th anniversary.

Commemorating ten years of growth, music, and sisterhood, on October 10, 2025, TWICE released their special album called TEN: The Story Goes On to celebrate their 10th anniversary.

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It features the lead single “ME+YOU” and nine solo songs, one from each member. The album title is a nod to their debut album The Story Begins.

10 Years With TWICE

Coming from a survival show called Sixteen, TWICE debuted on October 20, 2015 with their title track “Like Ooh-Ahh.” Despite a rollercoaster journey through the years, TWICE has continued to prove they are more than what people expected.

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Now, as they celebrate their tenth year as a group, they continue to give fans everything—from music and world tours, and now, to a new album in celebration of their decade-long run in the industry: TEN: The Story Goes On.

TEN: The Story Goes On Tracklist

From the concept itself, references to their debut era are already evident in the teasers, as the cover of their new album strongly echoes their debut album The Story Begins.

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The album teasers also highlight each member’s viral moments—such as Sana’s infamous “cheese kimbap” meme, the theory that having Nayeon as your wallpaper brings good luck and money, and Jeongyeon’s gas tank piggy bank for her wedding funds.

“ME+YOU”

In the music video for “ME+YOU,” the album’s title track, TWICE pays homage to their roots by referencing their debut music video, “Like Ooh-Ahh.” They even recreated several iconic shots and wore the same outfits, now styled with a more mature twist. This evoked a wave of nostalgia for fans who’ve been with TWICE for nearly a decade.

The lyrics feel like a heartfelt message to TWICE themselves, to each member, and of course, to their fans.

All I need is you

Just you

For everything that we’ve been through

The chorus carries a sentiment that resonates deeply with listeners.

It’s true

Nothing’s ever gonna come between us

Ain’t no way we can lose

Always me plus you

In “ME+YOU,” TWICE doesn’t just revisit their past—they reframe it with love, growth, and gratitude to their fans.

 

TWICE Members’ Solo Tracks

TWICE members showcased their individuality through their solo tracks. These tracks are currently being performed during their This is For World Tour for their fans, showing a different side of the members.

MEEEEEE by NAYEON

Don’t play with a girl like me

NAYEON’s “MEEEEEE” perfectly suits for women of self-confidence and independence. The song is about embracing your individuality as a woman and setting boundaries not to be misunderstood and underestimated.

FIX A DRINK by JEONGYEON

I can’t fix a heart,

but I sure know how to fix a drink

JEONGYEON takes us to a different side of Korean music with her solo track “FIX A DRINK.” The lyrics speak through metaphor of drinks such as I’ve got shots of jealousy and a bottle for your pain. It’s a laid-back pop about emotional healing, leaning into the idea of easing pain through shared moments and music.

MOVE LIKE THAT by MOMO

Hypnotized for a moment

Yeah, there’s something in the way that you move

The song that perfectly captures who MOMO is—TWICE’s dancing machine. She didn’t just serve vocals in her solo track “MOVE LIKE THAT,” but also showcased the essence of who she is every time she performs it on stage. “MOVE LIKE THAT” is a dance-driven track about building connection through rhythm and movement. It’s about feeling the beat and getting immersed in the energy of the night.

DECAFFEINATED by SANA

(I guess I’m) Lost in a trance

(Don’t stop) I don’t wanna wake up

A dreamy yet emotionally charged track that uses caffeine as a metaphor for the intoxicating effects of love, SANA’s solo track “DECAFFEINATED” is about losing control because of overwhelming feelings. Her dreamy yet powerful vocals match the vibe of the song, which dives into the idea that love itself is addictive, overwhelming, and impossible to resist, just like caffeine.

ATM by JIHYO

All the way up, no one does it like we do

Serving the energy of one of the best K-Pop leaders and performers in the industry, “ATM” by JIHYO is an anthem about success and self-confidence. The metaphor of an ATM refers to people coming back for more of JIHYO as a performer—just like they return to an ATM for cash. The song also nods to JIHYO and TWICE’s global influence.

 

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STONE COLD by MINA

Evеry shade of you was pure gold

Now your heart is gеtting ice cold

And you’re breaking down my walls

One by one, you’re stone cold

One of the best solo tracks on the album, “STONE COLD” by MINA is an emotional song that explores the pain of romantic betrayal and the aftermath of it. The title “STONE COLD” serves as a metaphor for this emotional freeze, with imagery of isolation woven throughout the lyrics.

CHESS by DAHYUN

I ain’t playin’ checkers, I play chess

Became the best and nothing less

Yeah, that’s what I do, I’m making moves

I never lose and that’s on you

“CHESS” by DAHYUN is about personal growth and victory, where uses the metaphor of chess vs. checkers. The message conveys that she no longer plays easy games and instead reclaims control after being deceived.

IN MY ROOM by CHAEYOUNG

I can be whoever I want to

In my room, room, room, just me and you

CHAEYOUNG’s “IN MY ROOM” is about the freedom of imagination and the thrill of infatuation wrapped in a dreamy, introspective track. The song serves as a metaphor for a room where CHAEYOUNG can fantasize and be her truest self, experiencing complete freedom.

DIVE IN by TZUYU

If you keep it hush, no limitations

No pictures of us, just imagination

This ain’t regular, flawless creation

Lastly, “DIVE IN” by TZUYU is a track about self-respect, boundaries, and refusing to settle for unsure and shallow love. The lyrics call out emotional games and advocate for direct communication—a reminder that love should never feel like a guessing game.

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Overall, TWICE’s tenth anniversary album is a celebration of everything they’ve built together: the memories, the music, and the unbreakable love and bond they share with their fans. As the story goes on, one thing remains certain—it’s always been, and will always be, TWICE and ONCE.

TWICE is also set to release their 10th anniversary documentary film, TWICE: ONE IN A MILL10N, which will be screened in various countries worldwide, including the Philippines, in theaters on October 20, 2025—the same date as TWICE’s debut in 2015.

What’s your favorite track from the TWICE 10th anniversary album?


Source: @JYPETWICE (Official X Account), JYP Entertainment, Genius

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