XG releases 'Woke Up' remix

Jakops produced the new remix

XG has released a new “Woke Up” remix EP, produced by Jakops. The set was executive produced by Xgalax and garnered attention during the K-pop group’s first world tour, The First Howl.

The group also shares that their second mini album, Awe, will be available on November 8th.

With their earlier release “Woke Up” in May, XG impressed listeners with a bold hip-hop identity and an all-rap style, marking a new direction in music that captivated audiences.

Born in Seattle and blending Japanese and Korean influences, Jakops has infused the original song’s identity with evolved charm. The remix features eight prominent rappers representing Japanese and Korean hip-hop: Jay Park, OZworld, AKLO, Paloalto, Verbal (m-flo), Awich, Tak, and Dok2, creating a rich cultural fusion that adds a new synergy to the original track.

“Woke Up” has seen significant success on the Billboard Japan Hot 100, ranking for eight consecutive weeks, and topping the Global Japan Songs Excl. Japan chart for nine weeks. The music video also made waves on YouTube’s trending charts, ranking first in the US and in 19 countries and regions. We invite you to enjoy the thoughts and contributions of all the artists involved in this viral remix.