This 2012 EP marked a shift towards a more polished dance-pop and synth-pop sound for the group. The release spawned the massive hit "Fantastic Baby."
- "Alive" was the first Korean release of BigBang after a period of solo activities. The EP topped the music charts in several countries, including France, Finland, and Turkey. It was later re-released in Japan as "Alive -Monster Edition-".
- Fantastic Baby" became an international sensation, with its music video surpassing 500 million views on YouTube. The album achieved commercial success, selling over 3 million copies in South Korea. BigBang won the "Best Virtual Performance" award at the 2022 Mnet Asian Music Awards for "Fantastic Baby."
- YG Entertainment released the album on March 28, 2012. The album was a commercial success, selling over 3 million copies in South Korea. It was also a critical success, earning BigBang numerous awards.
BigBang is a South Korean pop group formed in 2006 by YG Entertainment. They are known for their musical versatility and stage presence.
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