[Album Review] Accidentally On Purpose (2nd Mini Album) – SEULGI (Red Velvet)

After a bit of a break from the album review front of the blog, it’s now back. We are getting right into SEULGI’s 2nd mini-album, Accidentally On Purpose. Released in March 2025, the mini-album features 6 songs, including the title track Baby, Not Baby. Overall, Accidentally On Purpose is another strong mini-album from the solo artist, on par with her 2022 debut mini-album (led by the single 28 Reasons).

Also, ICYMI – SEULGI, as part of her promotions under the unit Red Velvet – IRENE & SEULGI, was chosen as Best Unit and Best Overall Artist in the 2025 KPOPREVIEWED Awards. Click here to find out who else came out on top in the other categories.

1. Baby, Not Baby (Title Track) – Click here for Baby, Not Baby’s full review. (9/10)

2. Better Dayz – Better Dayz commands your attention, both on this mini-album and in the broader landscape of KPOP as well. The song definitely has a wow factor thanks to the combination of experimental yet bold, gritty instrumentation and SEULGI’s flirty vocals. With such descriptions, you can definitely tell these elements give Better Dayz a whole heap of character and personality. I also like the shocking, dramatic change at the end of Better Dayz. Definitely a statement piece, definitely a standout track. (10/10)

3. Rollin’ (With My Homies) – Next up is a laidback and fun R&B pop track. Rollin’ (With My Homies) is a track that I wouldn’t mind playing whilst in the car with a friend who also vibes with KPOP. SEULGI’s vocals are really nice throughout the track, as well. My main complaint is the abrupt ending. It felt like the producers didn’t know what to do with the song in its final moments. (8/10)

4. Whatever – I feel like Whatever is an R&B song that could easily been executed by Red Velvet. But it definitely sounds more intimate under SEULGI’s vocals. I liked the mid-tempo nature of the song, which keeps the track nicely upbeat. There seems to be a bit going on in the background – the plonky percussion and subtle brass were nice elements, though I am not sure if the song needed everything. (8/10)

5. Praying – Praying is the song from this mini-album that feels most aligned with 28 Reasons (SEULGI’s first mini-album). I found this track to be quite breathtaking, particularly thanks to SEULGI’s vocals. There is something about the way she executes this track that stills me and lets me take it all in. At first, she takes on a huskier, lower tone, then builds as the song progresses. The moody, slower and darker instrumentation really sets the scene. Another definite standout on this mini-album. (10/10)

6. Weakness – The mini-album finishes up with Weakness, a mellow love song that sounds nice. SEULGI’s vocals bring a bright pop to the song, which was much appreciated, as there wasn’t much else to the song that really stood out to me. (6.5/10)