World Scout: The Final Piece - Finale
The digital single [World Scout: The Final Piece - Finale] marks the grand culmination of the 12-episode HYBE x Geffen global audition program, which aired on the Japanese OTT platform ABEMA. Released globally on May 12th at 06:00 AM PDT following the World Scout: The Final Piece finale broadcast, this two-track album captures the intense, high-stakes finale that determined the "final piece" of the upcoming global girl group, SAINT SATINE.
From an initial pool of over 14,000 applicants across Japan, the series documented the intense search for the final member, narrowing down to a select group of finalists who relocated from Japan to Los Angeles for training under HYBE x Geffen¡¯s global creative teams. Rising to the ultimate stage at LA¡®s iconic Fonda Theatre, finalists Ayana and Sakura faced their final test to prove their performance abilities and chemistry by teaming up with confirmed members Emily, Lexie, and Samara (previously introduced to the world through the Netflix docuseries Pop Star Academy: KATSEYE).
Unveiling the undeniable vocal strengths and live energy of the performers across two original tracks, these climactic performances mark the thrilling conclusion of the audition journey and the exact moment SAINT SATINE¡®s final lineup is cemented.
TRACK LIST
1. PARTY b4 the PARTY
Performed by finalist Sakura alongside Emily, Lexie, and Samara of SAINT SATINE.
PARTY b4 the PARTY is a high-energy urban track that explodes with intensity at every beat. Driven by playful percussion, heavy bass switches, and a strong, bouncy groove, the song showcases the performers¡® dynamic vocal chemistry and bold ad-libs. Lyrically declaring they are "already turnt up before we hit the door," the track captures the thrilling anticipation right before the main event. It is a fearless celebration of pre-party hype, proving that the best part of the night often happens before you even arrive.
2. WE RIDE
Performed by finalist Ayana alongside Emily, Lexie, and Samara of SAINT SATINE.
WE RIDE is a flowing, wavy R&B track offering a warm escape from the noise of the city. Rooted in nostalgic 2000s R&B but polished with a sleek, modern edge, the song is built on silky four-part harmonies and a smooth, effortless bassline. Capturing the carefree spirit of a midnight coastal drive, it serves as an anthem of liberation and youthful joy. Unbothered by being "young and dumb," the track celebrates the unstoppable energy of leaving your worries behind and simply enjoying the journey.
PARTY b4 the PARTY
Produced by: Dem Jointz
Written by: Dem Jointz, Miranda Glory Inzunza, Paris Alexa
Drum Programming: Dem Jointz
Keyboards: Dem Jointz
Synths: Dem Jointz
Background Vocals: Paris Alexa, Miranda Glory Inzunza
Vocal Production: Bart Schoudel
Mix Engineer: Alex Ghenea
Mixed at: MixStar Studios, Virginia Beach, VA
Mastered by: Chris Gehringer at Sterling Sound
Assistant Mastering Engineer: Will Quinnell at Sterling Sound
WE RIDE
Produced by: Chloe Martini
Written by: Chloe Martini, PAPRIKAA, BELLE, Trian Kayhatu
Drum Programming: Chloe Martini
Producer Personnel: Trian Kayhatu
Vocal Production: Bart Schoudel
Mix Engineer: Alex Ghenea
Mixed at: MixStar Studios, Virginia Beach, VA
Mastered by: Chris Gehringer at Sterling Sound
Assistant Mastering Engineer: Will Quinnell at Sterling Sound