BTS members’ enlistment-era comebacks have been so meticulously deliberate that they even incorporate pre-release singles and music movies. Jimin returned late final month with the quirky Smeraldo Backyard Marching Band, a tune that sounded nothing like he’d ever recorded earlier than. In distinction, title observe Who sees him tackle a extra typical dance pop function.
Who attracts from the identical ‘Justin Timberlake circa Like I Love You‘ nicely as a lot of bandmate Jungkook’s solo work. We’ve bought the strumming rhythm guitar, the MJ-lite percussion and a normal sense of clean, never-going-to-offend-anyone radio gloss. Jimin’s vocal colour tends to be fairly polarizing and this tune — greater than any earlier than — will succeed or fail relying on the way you obtain his efficiency.
Melodically, Who makes use of a bigger vary than you’d count on from its nimble manufacturing. Notes are sometimes stretched and belted with gusto. Nevertheless, they are typically painted with a heavy layer of studio results. At finest, this offers the observe an virtually psychedelic, otherworldly enchantment. At worst, it feels like two cats combating in a bag. No matter the place you land on this spectrum, it’s an odd alternative for this type of observe. The construction and association name for a gritty, down-to-earth supply however we find yourself with the precise reverse. To sum it up briefly, I just like the tune however I’ve issues in regards to the execution.
| Hooks | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Longevity | 8 |
| Bias | 8 |
| RATING | 7.75 |
Grade: C+