poppop (Japanese Ver.) Lyrics – NCT WISH | from “WISHLIST”

NCT WISH is sprinkling some fresh magic on their Japanese debut with WISHLIST, the mini album landing January 14, 2026, via SM Entertainment and avex, and poppop (Japanese Ver.) feels like that instant mood-lifter, all bubbly romance wrapped in a sunset drive.

This track reimagines their 2025 breakout single, flipping the original’s dance-pop sparkle into a Japanese twist that’s got even more playful energy. Picture bouncy melodies laced with bell chimes and shimmering synths, dropping into heavy bass drops and crisp percussion that hits just right at around 130 BPM. It’s pure NCT WISH—bright, youthful K-pop with J-pop flair, leaning into hyperpop edges without losing those earworm hooks. Lyrically, it’s a sweet rush of pure-hearted longing: verses chase that giddy spark of new love, choruses popping with lines like invitations to lose yourself in the fun, all about embracing joy without overthinking.

The creative direction here nods to their growth, blending global pop pulses with subtle nods to Tokyo nights, penned by a squad including KENZIE, Mahiro, Jackson Lee Morgan, JBACH, Amelia Moore, Pink Slip, Inverness, and MZMC on both writing and composing duties. No big features, just the six members harmonizing like they’re sharing secrets over late-night ramen.

WISHLIST steps up as NCT WISH’s first full swing at the Japanese market, a seven-track hope chest that mixes dreamy electro with feel-good anthems, all centered on chasing dreams and little everyday wins. The concept’s all about that quiet optimism—think shooting stars and handwritten lists of what could be, wrapped in versions like WISHport for the adventurers and Dreamy for the soft-focus romantics. It kicks off with title track Hello Mellow’s chill waves, rolls through ZONE’s edgy synths, BUBBLE GUM’s candy-coated beats, pre-released Dreamcatcher, SOMEDAY’s heartfelt build, Good Morning’s wake-up call, and caps with this poppop refresh.

Since bursting onto the scene in early 2024 with their self-titled debut, NCT WISH has been all about that fresh-faced evolution, stacking hits like their sophomore mini’s title track while three Japanese members—Sion, Riku, and Yushi—bring authentic flair to this expansion. By late 2025, they’re not just another NCT unit; they’re carving a lane that’s equal parts playful and profound, trading rookie jitters for confident genre hops that feel like a natural next chapter.

Dive into the poppop (Japanese Ver.) lyrics below and unpack its raw narrative. Don’t miss other WISHLIST tracks for more of NCT WISH’s hopeful vibes.