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"Tiki Taka"
Single by T-ara
from the album Re:T-ara
LanguageKorean
ReleasedNovember 15, 2021
Recorded2021
Genre
Length3:17
Label
Composer(s)
  • Colde
  • Minit
  • basecamp
Lyricist(s)Colde
Producer(s)
T-ara singles chronology
"What's My Name?"
(2017) 		"Tiki Taka"
(2021)
Music video
Tiki Taka on YouTube

"Tiki Taka" (Korean: 티키타카) is a single recorded by South Korean girl group T-ara, released on November 15, 2021, by Dingo Music and distributed by Dreamus.[1] It serves as the lead track for the group's second single album, Re:T-ara. It marks their group's first release in four years following What's My Name? (2017).[2] The group revealed that they were the executive co-producers of the single, as they were unable to coordinate their individual schedules with a company and additionally wanted greater involvement in decision-making.[3]

Background and release

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On July 29, during their 12th-anniversary broadcast on V Live, T-ara announced that they would be making their first comeback in four years before the winter of 2021.[4] Teaser photos were uploaded on Dingo Music's Instagram page on November 9 and 10, 2021. It was later revealed that the group would collaborate with Dingo Music to release the single album Re:T-ARA on November 15, 2021.[1][2] At the time, all members except Eunjung were free agents, which made it easier to work on the single.[citation needed]

The song was released on various Korean online music platforms, including Melon and Genie Music on November 15, 2021.[5] For the global market, the album was made available on iTunes.[6][7]

The group funded the project themselves.[8] Dance crew La Chica, who is known for working with Chung Ha and competing on Street Woman Fighter, was selected to create the choreography for "Tiki Taka".[9] It was later revealed that T-ara members planned the comeback entirely on their own, handling song production and styling without any staff involvement. In an interview with News1, the group shared that although they received multiple offers to produce albums and perform, they ultimately decided to be the executive co-producers of this release. This decision was driven by their inability to coordinate individual schedules with a company and their desire for greater creative control. Qri took charge of styling the members for the photoshoot, deciding on hairstyles and makeup, and even acted as the group's manager, coordinating their individual activities.[3]

Composition

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"Tiki Taka" features a strong bass-driven chorus and an addictive melody composed by Colde, who has previously worked with BTS's RM, SHINee, Chung Ha, and EXO's Baekhyun. T-ara revealed that they wanted a fresh sound for "Tiki Taka", which led them to collaborate with Colde for the first time. The lyrics depict a doomed relationship where both parties continuously hurt each other "back and forth," while making a promise not to be deceived again by "clumsy love."

Music video and promotion

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On November 12, the first teaser for the "Tiki Taka" music video was released.[10] This was followed by a second teaser on November 14.[11] The official music video premiered on YouTube on November 15.[12] A performance video was later released on November 23, 2021. "Tiki Taka" did not receive a formal promotions on South Korean music shows. However, on November 21, 2021, T-ara performed the song for the first time at their fan meeting, T-ara FAN PARTY – Return of The Queen, held at the Universal Arts Center in Gwangjin-gu, Seoul, South Korea.[13]

Reception

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In a review published by British magazine NME, Rhian Daly praised "Tiki Taka" for T-ara's willingness to embrace a new sound rather than relying on their past catalog. The reviewer also highlighted the members' rich, plush vocals and expressive delivery, which enhance the song's emotional lyrics. However, he criticized the ending for lacking a final chorus, stating that it fades into nothing at its climax, making it feel underwhelming. While he commended the song, he felt it didn't stand out as much as the B-side track "All Kill".[14]

"Tiki Taka" was also featured on YesAsia's Editor's Pick list, where the reviewer praised its style and fresh attitude. They also highlighted how T-ara members' voices perfectly complement the song's melancholic melodies.[15] Commercially, the song debuted at number 132 on the Circle Digital Chart.[16]

Credits

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  • Qri, Eun-jung, Hyo-min, Jiyeon – Executive producer, vocals
  • Woo Sang Beom – Executive producer
  • Colde – Writing, composing, arrangement, lyrics
  • Basecamp – Writing, arrangement, composing
  • Johnny of basecamp – Bass
  • Minit – Writing, composing, arrangement, drum
  • C'SA – Chorus
  • MadeBy – Mastering
  • Mr. Cho – Mixing
  • Kang Dong-ho – Mixing (Assist)
  • Milena – Piano

Charts

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Chart (2021) Peak
position
South Korea (Gaon)[16] 132

Release history

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Country Date Album Distributing label Format
South Korea November 15, 2021 Re:T-ara
Digital download
Worldwide

References

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  1. ^ a b "T-ARA to release new single this month after a four-year hiatus". NME. November 8, 2021. Retrieved November 8, 2021.
  2. ^ a b "티아라, 컴백 초읽기…티저 이미지 공개". Sports Khan. November 10, 2021. Retrieved November 10, 2021.
  3. ^ a b "티아라 "4년 만에 뭉친 이유? 지금 아니면 안 될 것 같았죠" [N인터뷰]①" [T-ara "Why did we get together after 4 years? We felt like it had to be now" [N Interview]①]. 뉴스1 (in Korean). November 15, 2021. Retrieved March 22, 2025.
  4. ^ "'12주년' 티아라, 4년만 가요계 컴백 "첫눈 오기 전 신곡"".
  5. ^ ""Re:T-ARA" – album details". Melon (in Korean). Retrieved November 15, 2021.
  6. ^ "T-ARA Re:T-ARA – single (Apple Music)". November 15, 2021. Retrieved November 15, 2021.
  7. ^ "티아라 (T-ara) – Re:T-ARA [초도한정 포스터 2종+지관통 무료증정]". 리스뮤직. Retrieved November 15, 2021.
  8. ^ "티아라, 사비 들인 새 앨범으로 4년 만에 컴백" [T-ara makes a comeback after 4 years with a new album paid for by private funds]. 한국경제 (in Korean). November 10, 2021. Retrieved March 20, 2025.
  9. ^ "'컴백 D-1' 티아라, 신곡 'Tiki Taka' 포인트 안무공개…'스우파' 라치카 참여 : 네이트 연예" ['Comeback D-1' T-ara, new song 'Tiki Taka' point choreography revealed... 'Supa' Lachika participates]. 네이트 뉴스 (in Korean). Retrieved March 20, 2025.
  10. ^ "티아라, '티키타카' 몽환적 분위기의 티저…15일 발매". Xports News (in Korean). November 12, 2021. Retrieved November 15, 2021.
  11. ^ "'컴백 D-1' 티아라, 'Tiki Taka' 가요계 접수 나선다". Xports News (in Korean). November 14, 2021. Retrieved November 15, 2021.
  12. ^ "티아라, 4년만 완전체 컴백…오늘(15일) 신보 'Re:T-ARA' 발매". Xports News (in Korean). November 15, 2021. Retrieved November 15, 2021.
  13. ^ NEWS, SPOTV (November 20, 2021). "티아라 "우리는 '현재 진행형', 팀 이름 지켜야겠다고 생각했죠"[인터뷰S]" [T-ara: "We thought we had to keep the 'present progress' team name" [Interview S]]. SPOTV NEWS (in Korean). Retrieved March 22, 2025.
  14. ^ Daly, Rhian (November 19, 2021). "T-ARA shine on much-wanted comeback release 'Re:T-ARA', but fail to stand out". NME. Retrieved March 22, 2025.
  15. ^ "YESASIA: T-ara – Re:T-ARA Korean Music". yesasia. Retrieved March 22, 2025.
  16. ^ a b "Circle Chart". circlechart.kr. Retrieved August 8, 2022.
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