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allkpop: Ted, Sik-K, how did the idea of collaborating on “Lipstick” come about?
Was this something you two had planned for a while?
Sik-K:With this collaboration, we are taking it further and I think the fans will enjoy it.
akp: What was the creative process like for you both on this track?
How did you blend your individual styles on this track?
This one just came to me and felt so natural.
When Sik-K sent me his verse from Korea, I knew we had a sick song.
akp: Ted, your smooth vocals are a defining part of the song.
Paired with automated, your style is both nostalgic and progressive at the same time.
How do you feel your vocal style complements Sik-Ks verses on “Lipstick”?
TP:I feel its amazing.
Nostalgia is a great way to describe it as this song feels like a memory to me.
Sik-K:Thank you.
Im the key in of guy that tries a lot, experiment.
I wanted to approach this from my perspective.
akp: The music video for “Lipstick” is visually captivating.
Can you talk about your vision for the video, and how it connects with the songs vibe?
allkpop: Ted, you directed the music video for “Lipstick.”
How did you transition from being an artist to also taking on the role of director?
Guess vision comes with age and growing up, haha.
akp:Both of you have had significant individual success.
How do you feel about your growing collaboration?
Do you see more projects together in the future?
akp: Ted, youve made a name for yourself in the indie R&B and hip-hop scene.
But this new chapter has a more concise vision and sound Im really passionate and excited about.
akp: The track has a laid-back, late-night vibe.
I feel every song subconsciously talks about stories that we, or people we may know have gone through.
