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. Written and recorded in English, the album is primarily a pop-R&B record. It contains fourteen tracks including the double title tracks "Hate You" and "0415", which were released simultaneously with the album's digital release.

Background and release

On November 23, 2020, Baek Yerin officially announced that she would release her second album ''Tellusboutyourself'' on December 10. The album contains 14 songs, including the title songs "0415" and "Hate You". The album attracted attention to Yerin's foretelling of a new musical transformation, showcasing a wider world of music from existing music and encompassing genres such as R&B,

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Critical reception

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'' chose ''Tellusboutyourself'' as one of "The 10 Best K-pop Albums of 2020 (Critics' Picks)". Contributor Joshua Minsoo Kim wrote, "You can hear the sound of 't'''ellusboutyourself'' from saying the title out loud: it’s casual, conversational, intimate. As always, Yerin Baek sings with a firm conviction that belies her graceful vocals, transforming the simplest of lyrics into immersive pools of emotion. The truths she relays can be hard to swallow, so she allows gauzy instrumentation to provide a welcoming atmosphere.".

Track listing

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References

{{reflist 2020 albums Baek Ye-rin albums Deep house albums Rhythm and blues albums by South Korean artists Rock albums by South Korean artists Synth-pop albums by South Korean artists