We haven’t had a Korean comeback from IVE since February, however their Insurgent Coronary heart has remained on Korean charts since then and new mega-hit hit single Golden (from the Ok-pop Demon Hunters soundtrack) has been extensively in comparison with IVE’s previous hits. In different phrases, the group hasn’t precisely been absent from public consciousness. Now, they’re again with Japanese single Be Alright.
IVE’s final J-pop single was launched a few yr in the past and leaned closely into their pop facet. Be Alright takes an identical method, providing sugary candy melodies over buoyant rhythm guitar and an lively beat. It’s fairly simple, content material to ship a concentrated shot of upbeat sentiment with out complicating issues. This works effectively for the group and suits properly inside their discography, although it’s undoubtedly on the slighter finish of their output.
There’s not a lot to criticize right here, however there’s additionally nothing to rave about. By sidestepping any doubtlessly divisive decisions, IVE craft a tune with a large however shallow attain. The melodies are competent if unexciting and don’t enable for a lot particular person character to poke via within the efficiency. Nonetheless, for those who’re searching for a pleasing, toe-tapping pop monitor you possibly can do a lot worse.
| Hooks | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Longevity | 8 |
| Bias | 8 |
| RATING | 8 |
Grade: B-
