Previous to their new mini album in the present day, Lucy unveiled their first single as a trio. Wakey Wakey was a cute, upbeat track however nothing that stood out inside their discography. One would anticipate title monitor Hippo (하마) to go greater and bolder than its pre-release, however the guys have delivered a considerably understated comeback with a easy animated music video.
This track appears like Lucy simply doing what they need, charts be damned. They know what they’re nice at they usually have a fan base devoted to their appreciable expertise. I’d depend myself among the many ranks of that fan base, nevertheless it’s been awhile since a brand new Lucy track has hit me in the best way their greatest work has. Hippo blends groovy verses with a sentimental refrain, distilling most of the modes Lucy function greatest in. So, why isn’t it doing a lot for me? As common, I believe all of it comes all the way down to melody. The verses right here really feel extra like riffing than a rigorously constructed construction, whereas the center of the track (its refrain) makes up a relatively slight portion of the monitor. As at all times, Lucy sound unbelievable. However after I’m within the temper to hearken to their stuff, this may be fairly low on the record.
| Hooks | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Longevity | 8 |
| Bias | 7 |
| RATING | 7.5 |
Grade: C