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BoA - 3rd Mini Album: Forgive Me (Hate Ver.) - EmpressKorea

Category: Girl Groups

( 8 reviews )

BoA – 3rd Mini Album: Forgive Me (Hate Ver.)

Name: BoA - 3rd Mini Album: Forgive Me (Hate Ver.)
SKU: EK-9016
Price: 26.85 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.3 (8 reviews)

In Stock

$ 26.85 USD

K-Pop mini-albums, like BoA's "Forgive Me," often serve as a creative bridge between full-length albums, allowing artists to experiment with diverse genres and concepts within a shorter timeframe. This Hate Ver. likely signifies a darker, more intense sonic and visual direction compared to previous releases.
Beyond the music, K-Pop albums are often highly collectible due to their elaborate packaging, inclusion of photobooks, photocards, and other exclusive merchandise. The "unboxing" experience is a significant part of K-Pop culture.

Why You'll Love It

Immerse yourself in BoA's unique artistry. Expect powerful vocals, innovative choreography (if a music video is included), and a compelling exploration of the "Hate" theme through her music.
Expand your K-Pop collection with a tangible piece of art. The album's packaging is designed to be visually stunning, and the included photobook offers an intimate look into BoA's world.
Support a renowned Korean artist directly. By purchasing from a registered Korean company, you're contributing to the vibrant K-Pop industry and helping artists like BoA continue to create inspiring music.

Key Features

Authentic K-Pop Album: Ensures you receive a genuine product directly from the source, supporting the artist and avoiding counterfeit copies.
Direct Shipping from Korea: Guarantees timely and reliable delivery, often including meticulous packaging to protect the album during transit.
Mini Album Format: Provides a focused and concise musical experience, showcasing a curated selection of tracks that explore a specific theme or concept. Mini albums offer a more accessible entry point to a new artist's discography.
Photobook Inclusion: Offers a visual complement to the music, featuring high-quality photos of the artist that capture the album's aesthetic and theme. The photobook can provide unique insights into the artist’s creative process.
Potential Photocards: The inclusion of randomized photocards adds a collectible element, encouraging fans to trade and share with each other. This fosters community engagement within the fandom.

Perfect For

K-Pop enthusiasts and dedicated BoA fans seeking authentic merchandise and a deeper connection with her music.
Collectors of K-Pop albums who appreciate the artistry and attention to detail in the packaging and included materials.

Pro Tips

Store your album in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight to prevent fading or damage to the packaging and photobook.
Consider joining online K-Pop communities to trade photocards and discuss the album's themes and music with other fans.

Amount-Based Discount

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Delivery & Return

Estimated delivery: Jun 16 – 23

Categories: Girl Groups, K-POP

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Description

We are a Korean company that is officially registered in Korea and we take pride in selling authentic Korean K-pop albums. We ship directly from Korea, ensuring that our customers receive their orders in a timely and reliable manner. As a reputable company, we guarantee the authenticity of our products and strive to provide the best customer service possible. Shop with confidence knowing that you are supporting a Korean company and receiving genuine K-pop albums from the source.

BoA – 3rd Mini Album: Forgive Me (Hate Ver.)

Your purchase quantity will count towards HANTEO & GAON Chart.

Authentic BoA Product

Release Date: November 23rd, 2022

Package Contents:
– 1 Cover
– 1 Photo Book (16P)
– 1 CD-R
– 1 Frame Photo (Random 1 out of 2)
– 1 Photo Card (Random 1 out of 2)
– 1 Folded Poster *First Press Only; while stocks last

Customer Reviews

Based on 8 reviews

Wren – Portland, USA – May 23, 2026
This album has great songs. The photo book and card are nice additions too. It came quickly, which was a pleasant surprise. If you’re into K-pop or BoA, it’s definitely worth buying.
Catalina (verified owner) – Buenos Aires, Argentina – May 7, 2026
El álbum llegó rápido y en perfecto estado. La portada es muy bonita. Los photos cards son un buen toque adicional. Me encanta escuchar la música mientras trabajo. Sin duda compraré más álbumes de BoA.
Olivia from Sydney, Australia (verified owner) – April 14, 2026
I love BoA’s album. The packaging is nice, and the photos are great. Shipping was fast too.
Татьяна (verified owner) – Екатеринбург, Россия – April 4, 2026
Купила альбом BoA, все пришло быстро. Открыла – качественный фотопарк, есть случайная фото карта. Музыка на уровне! Тотем цвет немного другой с сайта, но не критично. Думаю заказать снова.
Mariela (verified owner) – December 22, 2025
This is the best place ever!! Me and my friends had the best time and the customer service is top!
Ethan (verified owner) – New York, USA – November 5, 2025
I got the BoA album, and it has cool photos inside. The CD plays fine, but it was a bit delayed arriving in New York. Not as many extras as I thought would be included though.
Isabella Chang from Taipei, Taiwan – October 13, 2025
Listening to BoA’s latest mini album is like embarking on a wild nostalgia trip down K-pop memory lane; her soulful depth transcends borders, wrapping me in the warmth of shared heartbeats across cultures.
Yuki Sato from Tokyo, Japan – October 13, 2025
Wrapped in layers of sentimentality, BoA’s third mini-album “Forgive Me (Hate Ver.)” transcends typical K-pop territory. Each track encapsulates an intricate dance between vulnerability and resilience, a theme eloquently spun throughout her discography yet feels renewed here. The raw emotion embedded in lyrics stands as a testament to artistic evolution—a sincere cry woven with whispers of regret and longing, echoing the multifaceted experience of love lost or unrequited. Coupled with stunning visuals contained within the album’s physical packaging—especially the exclusive photo card options—it fosters both tangible connection and aesthetic delight for ardent fans.