Over 9 years since her debut with KARD, the group’s youngest Jiwoo makes her solo debut at the moment. This comes after KARD’s recognition has softened in Korea. They’ve transitioned to a extra worldwide profession and the sound of Residence Candy Residence appears to play into that method.
The music opens with a sparse beat, shining full highlight on Jiwoo’s husky voice. From right here, issues get extra dramatic as guitar joins the combo. We appear to be constructing towards a standout centerpiece, however Residence Candy Residence has different concepts. As with so many ill-fated Ok-pop songs earlier than it, the observe collapses into an anti-drop of kinds. Whereas the verses (and particularly the pre-chorus) arrange a beguiling ambiance, the primary half of the refrain does… nothing, actually. The manufacturing turns into extra skeletal and we’re left with a forgettable “house candy house” chorus that feels extra like an afterthought than a spotlight. The second half of the refrain picks issues up a bit, however it’s nonetheless too little to make Residence Candy Residence value returning to.
| Hooks | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Longevity | 7 |
| Bias | 7 |
| RATING | 7 |
Grade: C-