YOUNG POSSE Uses 'Mister' KARA Sample in Their Debut Mixtape

Kapanlagi.com - YOUNG POSSE is set to release a new song as part of their debut mixtape titled Young Tape on July 13, 2026. This confirmation was announced through a "coming soon" poster shared on the group's official social media account on June 30, 2026.

This new song is drawing attention because it uses a sample from "Mister," one of KARA's iconic songs that achieved great popularity in the K-pop industry. The release of Young Tape also coincides with the celebration of 1,000 days since YOUNG POSSE's debut, making it a special moment for the group and their fans.

The announcement has further increased public enthusiasm for YOUNG POSSE's latest project. This mixtape will also be their first release in mixtape format since starting their career in 2023.

1. Presenting a New Interpretation Through the Sample 'Mister' KARA

Young Tape is the first mixtape project of YOUNG POSSE since their debut in October 2023. One of the songs on it is confirmed to use a sample from "Mister," the hit song by KARA that is widely known in South Korea and the international market.

Although it takes elements from the legendary song, YOUNG POSSE will present a new interpretation that still retains their own musical color. The agency stated that this latest work will showcase a more raw energy along with the emotions that are characteristic of the group.

The combination of classic elements from the senior K-pop song with modern hip hop touches from YOUNG POSSE makes this new song even more anticipated. Fans are curious about how the group will transform the sample of "Mister" into a work with a different identity.

2. Young Tape Poster Displays the Kitsch Concept of Five Members

Young Posse Mixtape Teaser Poster (credit: instagram.com/youngposseup)

Along with the announcement of the release schedule, YOUNG POSSE also shared the teaser poster for Young Tape through their official social media. The visual features the five members, namely Sunhye, Yeonjung, Jiana, Doeun, and Jieun, with a colorful kitsch concept that feels free.

This visual concept aligns with YOUNG POSSE's image, known for daring to experiment in both music and performance. Since their debut in October 2023, the group has released several songs such as Macaroni Cheese, XXL, ATE THAT, and We Don't Go to Bed Tonight.

Their consistency in bringing hip hop-themed music has become one of the identities they continue to maintain to this day. With the release schedule approaching, Young Tape is anticipated as a marker of 1,000 days of YOUNG POSSE's journey in the music industry.

(kpl/rsp)