A couple of days in the past, Twice’s Chaeyoung pre-released the primary style of her debut solo album with Avocado. Relying in your style, that monitor both felt refreshingly new for Ok-pop or like a little bit of a sleep. I fall within the latter class, although I did respect its distinctive tone. Pre-releases are afforded some leeway in relation to being quirky or loosey-goosey, nevertheless it’s the title monitor’s job to drag every part collectively.
Shoot (Firecracker) is a jauntier affair, although a lot of the monitor is roofed in the identical gauzy nonchalance that has turn out to be a fifth gen lady group staple. It’s attention-grabbing as a result of Chaeyoung hails from a woman group of a really completely different period with its personal tropes and expectations and appears to be pushing again on them right here. I’ve at all times believed solo careers needs to be their very own factor and have a motive to exist exterior of the principle group and Shoot efficiently carves its personal area of interest. Whereas I want the tune hit tougher, that’s a critique I may stage on the overwhelming majority of Ok-pop this present day.
As an alternative, I’ll reward Shoot‘s catchy refrain, which carries the proper stage of breezy thrill. The tune’s verses are a bit too featherweight for my liking, however the hook has a satisfying effectivity that will get numerous bang from its restricted buck. Rhythm guitar performs a big position on this success, including a disco groove to the buoyant association. Chaeyoung’s smooth vocal is well-suited to this strategy, trendy and aloof however underpinned by sufficient heat to maintain Shoot anchored to the bottom. I don’t see this performing as a playlist standout, however its vibes are joyful sufficient to warrant a way of comforting longevity.
| Hooks | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Longevity | 9 |
| Bias | 8 |
| RATING | 8.5 |
Grade: B
