The album reached "Million Album" status on Melon within 24 hours and debuted at #1 on Billboard's Hot Trending Songs Chart with "Deny".
MONSTA X's 12th mini-album, , released on January 9, 2023, is a polished exploration of the group’s eight-year journey and their "reason" for existence. The six-track project demonstrates their versatility by blending genres like punk rock, R&B, and traditional Korean influences . Track-by-Track Breakdown MONSTA X - REASON.zip
Clash Magazine called it an "accumulation of their past eight years," highlighting how the members personally contributed to writing and production. The album reached "Million Album" status on Melon
This track incorporates a Wild West flair with a heavy, stomping beat and impressive high-pitched vocal ranges from Kihyun and Minhyuk. Critics from KpopReviewed and TheKMeal praised its intense
A high-energy punk rock track centered on a "toxic but addictive" relationship. Critics from KpopReviewed and TheKMeal praised its intense guitar riffs and unpredictable structure that subverts listener expectations.