Sour Meets Sweet: aespa Reveals Star-Studded Tracklist for 2nd Full Album 'LEMONADE'

The countdown to the most anticipated comeback of 2026 has officially reached fever pitch. aespa has just unveiled the tracklist for their second full-length album, LEMONADE, via a gritty, desert-themed billboard teaser that has sent shockwaves through the global MY community.

Set for a full release on May 29, 2026, the album features 11 tracks that promise to expand the group's "Kwangya" lore while venturing into bold new sonic territories.

A Historic Collaboration: "Whole Different Animal"

The biggest headline from the reveal is Track 1, "WDA (Whole Different Animal)." The song is marked as a title track and features none other than the "King of K-pop," G-DRAGON. This cross-generational collaboration between SM’s futuristic quartet and the legendary BIGBANG leader has already set social media ablaze.

Fans won't have to wait long to hear it—the track is scheduled for a pre-release drop tomorrow, May 11, at 6 PM KST. Given the title, expectations are sky-high for a performance that is, quite literally, a whole different animal.

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The 'LEMONADE' Flavor Profile

The tracklist suggests a diverse and high-energy album experience, moving through several distinct "vibes":

• Double Title Strategy: In addition to "WDA," the eponymous track "LEMONADE" serves as the second title song, anchoring the May 29 release.
• Intriguing B-Sides: Tracks like "Bite," "Switchblade," and "Camouflage" suggest a return to aespa’s sharper, more industrial sound, while "Shakin’" and "Roll" hint at high-energy dance anthems perfect for their upcoming SYNK : COMPLaeXITY world tour.
• Mystery Features: Tracks 7 ("Switchblade") and 11 ("LEMONADE" Remix) feature guest artists whose names have been playfully "yellowed out" on the billboard, sparking a frenzy of fan theories about who else might be joining the aespa universe.

Global Launch and Pre-Orders

True to their "Global Hitmaker" status, the album is scheduled for a simultaneous worldwide release at 1:00 PM KST / 12:00 AM EDT on May 29. Pre-orders and pre-saves are officially live via aespa.com and major streaming links.

With the desert-chic aesthetic and the massive G-DRAGON feature, LEMONADE is shaping up to be more than just an album—it’s a cultural event. As the billboard says, it’s time to "Squeeze!"