''Obsession'' (stylized in

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) is the sixth studio album by South Korean–Chinese boy band Exo. It was released on November 27, 2019, by

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. The album was released for pre-order on November 1, and is available in three versions: ''EXO'', ''X-EXO'', and ''OBSESSION'', which was released on December 4. ''Obsession'' was Exo's first album to be promoted as a six-member group, as members

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and

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were undergoing mandatory military service, and member

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was promoting his solo activities in China.

Background and release

''Obsession'' is the band's sixth Korean studio album and seventh overall. The album features 10 songs including the lead single, "Obsession". It follows the band's most recent studio album repackage '' Love Shot'', released in December 2018. The album is the band's first release without members

and

, who were completing their mandatory military service.

Songs

The title track " Obsession" is described as a hip hop

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song featuring repeating spell-like vocal samples and a prominent heavy beat. The album features 10 tracks in a variety of genres. "Trouble" is a dance song that contains various genre elements like trap and

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. The lyrics are about falling for one deeply and having no exit. "Jekyll" is a

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song with heavy drums, 808 bass along with dynamic vocal composition and transformation. The song's lyrics express an internal conflict with one's alter ego in an impactful way. "Groove" is a song about lovers sharing affectionate feelings as if they were crossing reality & dream through dancing. The song features strings and flute instrumentation with a rhythmical chorus. "Ya Ya Ya" is a hip hop dance song with lyrics expressing the belief that love begins in a single moment. The song has heavy 808 bass and an addictive chorus, featuring sampling from SWV's song " You're the One" (1996). "Baby You Are" is a dance pop song with a romantic vibe and elements of folk instrumentation. The lyrics tell a story about the exciting moment of love at first sight. "Non Stop" is a dance-

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song with lyrics romanticizing the unstoppable love between two people. The song features prominent brass and guitar instrumentation.

Promotion

On November 29, the band held their comeback showcase titled ''Exo The Stage'', where they performed the lead single "Obsession" for the first time.

Track listing

Notes * "Ya Ya Ya" contains a sample of " You're the One" performed by SWV.

Charts

Weekly charts

Year-end charts

Certifications and sales

Accolades

Release history

References

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