NCTzens, hold onto your hearts—today, February 23, 2026, marks history! NCT JNJM (Jeno and Jaemin) have officially debuted as a duo with their first mini-album BOTH SIDES, and the title track MV is pure fire. After years of slaying as NCT Dream mains, these two same-age besties are finally getting their own spotlight, and the chemistry? It's giving "perfection itself," as Jaemin himself described it. If you're already streaming on repeat (we see you), here's everything that makes this release so addictive and special—straight from the buzz, interviews, and fan love exploding everywhere!
The concept is all about duality—Jeno's cool, intense, powerhouse energy perfectly balancing Jaemin's bright, flirty, charming aura. It's yin and yang in the best way: two different charms that blend into something unstoppable. The title track "BOTH SIDES" is a sleek hip-hop dance banger with sensual sound design, smooth drum beats, witty vocals, playful rap lines, and lyrics that tease capturing someone with their contrasting vibes. It's fun, confident, and makes you choose a side... or refuse to, because why settle?
The MV? A visual feast! It flips the script with playful rivalry—Jeno and Jaemin in a cheeky "duel" to win over an elusive partner, trading flirty scenes, sharp choreo, killer eye contact, and luxurious hotel aesthetics. Fans are losing it over details like the umbrella homage scene (Jeno spilled it's inspired by classic nods), Jaemin's bartender snap (he learned real skills on set!), and those close-contact moments that had everyone screaming. The choreography focuses on rhythm, facial expressions, and subtle hand details—perfect for those addictive fancams.
The mini-album packs six tracks total:
- BOTH SIDES (title track—addictive flex energy)
- I.D.O.L.
- What It Is
- HASHTAG
- WIND UP
- sexier (yes, that bold name has everyone theorizing!)
Early listens say the b-sides show off their vocal ranges beyond rap, making it short but insanely replayable. One fan summed it up: "Both Sides and sexier are the songs I enjoyed the most—it's fun, experimental, and so JenJaem coded."
Over 10 years of trainee-to-stage bond shines through. These two have grown together in NCT and Dream, turning individual strengths into team magic. Jaemin called their synergy "perfection itself," capturing sexiness, cuteness, elegance, and charm in every frame. Jeno highlighted how the album lets them show new sides while staying true to who they are.
Packaging is next-level collector bait: seven versions including Side A/B (Both Sides), Poster, QR (White/Black), and the creative Best Side (NFC)—some even come with whole Converse shoes as merch! Pre-orders flew, and the mood film/teasers (like Jaemin's office chaos with photocopiers and coin toss symbolism) built insane hype.
Fan reactions are chaotic in the best way: "JenJaem serving both sides of perfection!" "Jeno driving one-handed + Jaemin's smile = instant death." Many call them spiritual sons of Red Velvet's Irene & Seulgi for the face cards, sleek aesthetics, and that subtle (or not-so-subtle) homoerotic vibe. Reddit and Twitter are full of edits, theories, and "we won today" posts.
This debut feels like a love letter to long-time shippers and NCTzens craving more duo content. It's fresh, bold, and proves Jeno and Jaemin's limitless potential—expect even wilder concepts ahead!
Which side has you whipped—Jeno's intense cool or Jaemin's flirty charm? Drop your fave MV scene, bias line, or which b-side is on repeat in the comments! Let's keep the hype going 💚🖤 #NCTJNJM #BOTH SIDES #JenJaem
