“This is for all my ladies who don’t get hyped enough…” It truly was — for all the ladies.

South Korean girl group TWICE is welcoming their 10th year powerfully, and still utterly full of love. Their fourth studio album, “This Is For,” is a confident and empowering declaration — solidifying their evolved and matured sound, while doubling down on their love for their fans (and for themselves) across a 14-track run.

Released four years after “Formula of Love: O+T=<3” and its lead single “Scientist,” “This Is For” stands as a clear marker of their growth: not just in music, but in message and emotion. More than anything, the album feels like a gift; a celebration of TWICE’s growth as artists.

Their earlier records may have played on crushes, first loves, and chemistry, but “This Is For” leans into maturity, female empowerment, and romantic frustrations. Here, they are embracing their womanhood gracefully and unapologetically.

Underneath all the glitter, synths, and glamour, TWICE is now done proving their worth to everyone — they’re just being who they are: artists, women, and icons that perform because they love it.

Known for their stunning visuals, polished choreography, and “no-skip” discography, TWICE has always flawlessly delivered excellence with every era. But “This Is For” pushes past all that. This album is their most mature work yet, honoring themselves and who they are becoming in the name of love.

Let’s take a deep dive into the album’s 14 tracks and see how each track represents their growth as artists and as women in the industry.

The First Listen: “This Is For”

The album is made up of 14 tracks, mostly in English, with some songs weaving in Korean lyrics for added depth. From soaring anthems to heartfelt slow burns, from electro-pop highs to smooth R&B grooves, each track reveals a different layer of TWICE’s evolving artistry. Genre-wise, the album smoothly ties in dance-pop and contemporary R&B, with UK garage-filled rhythms and nostalgic calls back to Y2K beats.

“FOUR” kicks off the album with an invitation: “Get ready for the ride.” It’s an energetic, synth-filled opener that sets the tone for the album musically, inviting those listening to join in the party. With a catchy melody and slick production, the track transitions smoothly into the title track.

“THIS IS FOR” might be TWICE’s shortest title track to date, only having 2:11 minutes, but it hits harder than most. An empowering anthem right from the beginning, the song is less about the length and more about the message — tight verses, a high-energy chorus, and confident lyrics. The song is both a love letter and a celebration of identity — and TWICE made sure to get their message heard, line by line.

The vibe slows down to sleek synth-pop and R&B pop rhythms with “OPTIONS,” still echoing the confidence from the previous track. TWICE’s cool girl persona is on full display in the track, with the girls singing about making choices and proudly declaring their worth. The song is modern and effortlessly cool, oozing with subtle attitude and self-assurance.

TWICE’s power crescendos with “MARS” — the song blends ethereal synth-pop with R&B, with lyrics painting a picture of an otherworldly kind of love. The chorus begins with Mina and Tzuyu’s breathy vocals and later escalates to a powerful post-chorus by Jihyo and Nayeon. It’s the kind of song that’ll have you gasping right in the middle of listening to it; it’s just a good song to belt out.

“RIGHT HAND GIRL” is sassy, cheeky, and downright cool, channeling Y2K R&B pop with TWICE’s own flavor. The lyrics are flirty, somewhat suggestive, and are the words of a self-assured woman who knows what she wants — and gets it. The song’s production is clean, smooth, and catchy, and gives TWICE a chance to play around with their low-register vocals and raps.

“PEACH GELATO” feels like a grown-up nod to TWICE’s classic bubblegum pop sound — sweet, playful, with just a hint of retro city pop. It’s girly in the best way: light, fizzy, and effortlessly romantic. With lyrics capturing that “love at first sight on the dance floor” kind of high, and playful guitar riffs that suit their vocals perfectly, this track is easy to love and enjoy. It’s the kind of song you’ll want on your road trip playlist, like the wind is blowing through your hair.

“HI HELLO” leans more into a mellow synth-pop groove, riding on steady beats that keep it grounded. Lyrically, it explores the messiness of mixed signals and the limbo of where you stand in a relationship. While it may not stay on your radar on the first listen, it can sort of creep up on you after you listen to it for a while — just like some of their past B-sides. It’s one of the slow songs in their album, but it still fits their overall vibe.

“BATTITUDE,” is the album’s first unit track, featuring Nayeon, Jeongyeon, Momo, and Mina. The song is bass-heavy and bold, channeling early 2000s swagger, dripping with edge and charisma. Think “Hollaback Girl” energy, but with TWICE’s flavor. It’s a girl crush anthem, with the girls declaring themselves as “baddies with attitude.” It’s loud, confident, and oh so addictive, and is a fresh take on TWICE’s femme baddie persona that they’ve been hinting at with their past releases.

“DAT AHH DAT OOH,” featuring members Sana, Jihyo, Dahyun, Chaeyoung, and Tzuyu, gives a similar vibe to “BATTITUDE,” but with a groovier vibe and even more swagger. It radiates the girl group’s bold confidence, while subtly paying homage to their debut track “Like OOH-AHH.” It’s also a nostalgic listen, giving off early 2000s but hotter, punchier, and still unapologetically TWICE.

“LET LOVE GO,” featuring Jeongyeon, Momo, Sana, and Tzuyu, is a reflective mid-tempo R&B pop track that carries emotional weight. It’s a powerful and honest ballad about the strength of walking away from love and becoming stronger from it. Each member is given space to shine in this track, adding to the tenderness of its message and mood.

“G.O.A.T.,” featuring Mina, Dahyun, and Chaeyoung, is the anthem that we expected from the first listen — but with a twist. With lyrics dedicated to drive, grit, and determination, the song is accompanied by aggressive raps and hard-hitting beats, owning up to their declaration of being the “Greatest of All Time.” Underneath all that energy, the track also feels like a reflection of TWICE’s quiet determination over the years — the kind that’s pushed them to go above and beyond the industry’s expectation of them time and time again. It may not be as loud as we thought, but their message shows.

“TALK” may just be TWICE’s most mature-sounding song yet, with Nayeon and Jihyo taking the reins. It’s a sultry R&B pop slow pop, with a hint of lo-fi and alt-leaning beats, without being overly done. Lyrically, it’s about the raw desire to communicate, to open up, and build trust. There’s passion laced in every note, and TWICE’s vocal powerhouses deliver it smoothly and with pure excellence. It’s moody, smooth, and mature, and the perfect closer to the album’s unit tracks — a clear marker of how much these women have grown over the years.

TWICE’s energy lulls into a soft, heartfelt ballad with “SEESAW,” with lyrics using the playground staple as a metaphor for the ups and downs of an imbalanced relationship. It’s a reflective slow burn anchored in alt-R&B and smooth synth beats, tenderly depicting the vulnerabilities of a love that’s no longer in sync. The track may be one of the softer ones in the album, but it’s as emotionally resonant as the others.

The album closes with “HEARTBREAK AVENUE,” perfectly capturing the feelings of being tired, confused, and torn between wanting more from a relationship that’s only filled with disappointment. Another track with smooth R&B pop, the song is the perfect song to walk to while admiring the mesmerizing city lights on a slow night. The girl group’s voices carry the emotion in the song, allowing every listener to feel their ache and sadness. It’s weird to hear the album end on a bittersweet note, but it nevertheless pulls the threads of TWICE’s themes of growth, womanhood, and emotional honesty with quiet strength.

Final Verdict

The listening experience of “This Is For” was nothing short of gratifying, and TWICE definitely succeeded in releasing an album that encapsulates their growth and strength as artists — and as women in an evolving industry. Their album confidently showcased their group’s synergy and the reason for their longevity under the spotlight.

It also highlighted how the girl group is unafraid of exploring sounds outside of their usual roster. While TWICE is known for their vibrant, upbeat sound, “This Is For” shows their willingness to expand, experiment, and evolve, while still being grounded in who they are.

The entire album was well-produced, especially with the number of renowned producers and artists credited under it. However, we do wish that the TWICE members had some participation in its creation — it would have felt like a better way to enter their 10th year in the industry with tracks that they themselves have produced.

Apart from that, TWICE’s fourth studio album is still a stellar record in our eyes. It truly is an album that deserves to be hyped, especially for ONCEs that have grown up together with them.

“This Is For” is out now on all digital platforms worldwide via JYP Entertainment and Republic Records.

A deluxe version of the album was also released, now including an “extended” version of the title track and “Takedown” from Netflix’s “K-Pop Demon Hunters” soundtrack, performed by Jeongyeon, Jihyo, and Chaeyoung.