Ssajib () is the fourth album by South Korean singer Psy. The album was released on July 24, 2006, through his own label Yamazone Music and distributed by Seoul Records (now known as Kakao M). Ssajib was later released worldwide through iTunes. The album contains 14 songs including the title track "Entertainer". By the end of 2006, the album sold over 50,000 copies in South Korea.
Background and release Ssajib was released on July 24, 2006. During his first interview regarding the album, he described the album as "a high class hotel buffet" and aimed to "recite himself through different genres. Also, Psy said it was an album that he can be content with and an upgrade to his career." "Instant" is a song that features Kim Tae-woo aims to satirize one night stands, as well as making Kim Tae-woo reborn as an adult star. The song "knock" featuring Ivy is an electro dance song.
Regarding the title song "Entertainer", he described it as a song that is about the worship of girls." The music video for the song "Entertainer" was released on the same day of the album release. Out of 14 songs, all songs except 3 songs ("Yangachi", "Psycho Party", and "Dead Poet's Society") passed the test of the censorship bureau of MBC which startled the singer, since "Instant" and "Drinking" contained references to one night stands and alcohol. For KBS, only 5 songs did not pass the censorship. The album was released in digital disc form which prevents illegal copies.
Reception
Accolades +Awards and nominations for "Entertainer" Organization Year Category Result Ref.Mnet KM Music Festival2006 Best Music Video Best Male Artist Best Music Video Director
+Music program wins Song Program Date"Entertainer"Inkigayo (SBS)August 13, 2006September 10, 2006September 14, 2006M Countdown (Mnet)September 17, 2006
Track listing
Charts and sales
Monthly charts Chart (August 2006) Peakposition South Korean Albums (RIAK) 2
Year-end charts Chart (2006) Position South Korean Albums (RIAK) 24
Sales Region Sales South Korea (RIAK) 50,396
References