Done is assured in both its song structure and its execution. WJSN have been in the business for six years now, and it’s satisfying hearing them bring the confidence those years have fostered. The song simply gets going and fulfills its promise to the end.Įnglish lyrics can be a tricky proposition when it comes to K-pop, but the empowering hook here works very well. Gone are the fitful tempo-shifts favored by many idol groups. I’ve been longing for K-pop groups to collaborate with international DJs like Sigala and Alok, and I feel like Done is what that collaboration might sound like. After an atmospheric verse, the beat drops and never lets up. It’s closer to a straight-up dance song than much of their material, pulsing along a thump of electronic bass and prominent kick. Even Aura sounds better within the context of WJSN’s musical universe.ĭone would have made a great title track, harnessing WJSN’s strengths while pushing their sound in new directions. Luckily, Sequence is all killer, no filler. We’re overdue for another full-length, especially given their success on Queendom. WJSN have a reputation for standout b-sides, making it unfortunate their latest album is so short. In the singles-oriented world of K-pop, I want to spotlight some of these buried treasures and give them the props they deserve. Sometimes, b-sides deserve recognition too.
A K-pop act’s title track isn’t always the best song on their album, even if it’s the one most people will hear.
0 kommentar(er)
