Hey actually, I do this review little by little because it's a freaking full album that means a lot of job to do. But it's a great album and although it's a bit tiring it was fun. I know what were you thinking 'it's K-Pop album again, it's the scandalous IU' or maybe 'ah review again, you wrote it badly before' okay that's the harsh one I hope it's only happen in my mind. I really want to do it faster but I have technical problem with uploading the album (stupid 4shared and my country's lame internet connection).
Hey hey btw, GaIn's EP review hit so many visitors I hope they like it, you guys better check it. Okay a bit carried away, ahem here's the review.
P.S. : I had uploaded the MV and album, it's amazing how IU's video got much more views than GaIn although I uploaded GaIn's first.
*Warning: this review represent MY opinion only, feel free to post your opinion too.
Ah the nation little sister suddenly has to grow because some scandal, hey based on T-Ara scandal I have taught not to like K-Idols too much because it usually ends badly. Since then I only saw their material objectively, and based on music material only, IU's are gold.
This is a really sensational album, because 9 out of 12 tracks hits gaon chart top 10 and the others hit top 20 (Gaon is like Korean billboard). This was never ever done by any other idols let alone a solo singer. So props to IU.
Last Fantasy is IU's second studio album after she hit it big (like until 3 octaves (pun intended)) with her EP Real, and here's the song.
1. 비밀
This track?! As an opening track?! Genius. The notes really flow beautifully, the orchestra choice is amazing and the intro with cello (based on my hearing, I hope it's right) just captivate your attention and makes you wanna hear the rest of the album. There's a bunch of choir in the bridge whis is very good and this song truly embodies majestic song. I can imagine IU entering singing competition like The Voice and such, she enters the finale, singing this song, and BAM standing ovation. There's only two minus. One, the lyrics is too standard, and I hope IU singing it powerfully, kinda like Jennifer Hudson etc, but instead it's too soft , but oh I don't care I love it already.
2. 잠자는 숲 속의 왕자 feat. Yoon Sang
Uhh.... After a succesfull attempt at the first track this is kinda bad if not really bad. IU's voice is really cute cute cute in annoying way, the music itself feels like 90's spring song, something like Fin.k.l to my boyfriend, sadly this is worse. It's not really bad actually if we compare it to other K-Pop music but dissapointing :( ok enough, bashing someone just makes me feel immoral.
3. 별을 찾는 아이 feat. Kim Kwang Jin
Every reviewer's champion is this song, hehe sorry not me. That doesn't mean it's not good, this is also a majestic piece, in a calmer way. Lots of piano, a little strings, build the tension into the bridge, ending it peacefully ahhh the old formula never gets old and it sure does work. Truly, this kind of song really fits IU's soft voice, you go girl. As for the lyric, honestly I just don't understand, maybe because of my bad korean, still I think it has deeper meaning behind it. This is like the first runner up from this album.
4. You and I (너랑 나)
This is it, the main track from this album. First I have to make you all sure (again) that all the material in this album really in another level if we compare it to others, so a standard or bad material like track 2 still sounds okay. This track is standard, but catchy, the beat is good, feels really dreamy. This track just screams IUtheKorean'sNationLittleSister. Like previous song, the lyricist has a special way to deliver it, although the meaning itself is not special but the way the lyric itself presented makes up for it.
So the MV has 2 version, and I will only discuss the drama version (of course). Immediately this MV reminds me of the movie Hugo, only worse. That doesn't mean it's bad, but come on, do you want to beat Martin Scocersse? Of course you can't. It's still beautiful, the cinematography, the time traveller story fits in, IU's clothes as adorable as always, IU with the goose o my goat so cute who can resist it. The clock finger dance is superb my friends (and I) imitate it often so I have to say it, Loen Entertainment really nail it, good job.
*I just want to add, before the whole fashion world invaded by peter pan collar and brocade, IU already wore it in 2010, good job girl you're a world trendsetter.
5. 벽지무늬
First, the use of music box kinda eccentric I love it (not as good as the cello in Secret though (Still I love it anyway)). The lyric is the winner, it doesn't use metaphor heavily, but it strike straight to your heart, the instrument really make us picturing IU's first brokenheart, ah talk about this song makes my heart break too I can't stand it. The song itself really good, but the lyrics just stole all the light.
6. 삼촌 feat. Lee Juck
Ahh the music really makes us feel like it's spring, we're gonna seeing flowers, have a picnic. A bit too sweet for me, and too much sweetness will produce bitter taste. The lyric really tell us that some uncle fan wrote it for IU. Again it's not a really good song, aaahhh I'll just end it, once again, bashing someone/thing makes me feel uncomfortable. (it's the point of review anyway what am I thinking?)
7. 사랑니
Again, a heartbreak lyric, I know the album title is Last Fantasy, but that doesn't mean it has to be broken heart all the time. My innocent heart can't bear the sadness (ewwwhhh). Speaking of innocent, just hear it, it's about a girl's first breakup and she deliver it in a very innocent way. The music really support the lyric, calm, a bit up and down makes it sound innocently cute, not too much instrument used. This is really good, but not that special either so I'm a bit out of words. Ahem, okay next track.
8. Everything's Alright feat. Kim Hyeon Cheol
I know IU, I know. this song is not that good, but everything's alright since this song still sell like a cold kimchi :p ... It features repetitive notes, the lyrics very catchy not really good, but not as bad as other K-Pop music. The lyrics is as annoying as the catchy music. So the conclusion is the song is catchy, not really good, but the easiest to like period, no more comment.
9. Last Fantasy
The string, the orchestra music. Imagine the opening of Final Fantasy game or some old school Disney cartoon. The lyric itself doesn't sound as dreamy as the music but, yeah, still okay. The music features lots of high notes with the strings tackle the entire song, and IU's soft voice really make this track special. FYI, I really like Final Fantasy and Disney cartoon and hearing this just makes me nostalgic. Just remember when you were junior school watching The Lion King and singing Elton John's Can You Feel the Love Tonight, or playing Final Fantasy 7 watching Aerith killed by Sephiroth with Aerith's theme as background music. Owh sorry a bit out of topic. The conclusion is this track really feels nostalgic, it's good period.
10. Teacher feat Ra.D
Imagine Colbie Caillat, Jason Mraz, or Bruno Mars. Features guitar heavily with minimum instrument in the background. There's not much song like this in Korea (I can only think 10cm), it's a breathe of fresh air. I think the lyric is very good too. Unlike previous song, this time the lyric is innocent and cute but not annoying. It tells a story of a child who afraid to grow up, like Peter Pan. This is a fun song you guys should hear it.
11. A Stray Puppy
Okay this is a very depressing song. It's not bad, it's just the nature of this song that's depressing. The lyrics, the instrument, actually the song really deliver the the feeling awh but it's so gloomy. Call me lazy, but the the song is just too sad for me.
12. 4AM
This song is written and composed by Corinne Bailey Rae waawww girl put your records on tell me your favorite song, just like a star cross my sky, ahem. It's been so long since the last time I hear Corinne Bailey Rae, I think I'm gonna googled her after this. Okay back to the song, this is so Corinne, for her fans I bet you know what I mean, calm song, lots of accoustic guitar, funny notes, easy listening, catchy but not cheesy. IU's singing kinda lazy here, I know she just want her voice to fit the song, but I don't think this type of singing is the right choice.
13. L'amant (The Lover)
FINALLY, the last song and IU end it MARVELLOUSLY. Okay a bit exaggerated, but it's true, this is the winning song from the album congrats Jun Jae Hyung for creating such a beautiful piece. The first time I hear it, I immediately remember A Song for You by Herbie Hancock and Christina Aguilera. Of course IU isn't blessed with Xtina powerfuljazzybluesy vocals but IU still own the song like she's the boss. Only use piano with a bit saxophone, this song just wow I'm speechless. Okay my writing is out of control, because the track is amazing I can't manage my word. The lyrics is so beautiful and thanks to IU's singing and the roller coaster note just make this song perfect. Props for IU to sing this song well.
To conclude this is like the best album and IU deserve a daesang for this album. The album contain so many powerful track that makes Everything's Alright and 잠자는 숲 속의 왕자 feels so small, not to forget the superior L'amant. I have said what I'm thinking about the album and my last words is, HEAR THIS ALBUM. No matter what scandal IU got into, it will be a shame if it affects your perspective for her material.
Download the album
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Hey hey btw, GaIn's EP review hit so many visitors I hope they like it, you guys better check it. Okay a bit carried away, ahem here's the review.
P.S. : I had uploaded the MV and album, it's amazing how IU's video got much more views than GaIn although I uploaded GaIn's first.
*Warning: this review represent MY opinion only, feel free to post your opinion too.
Ah the nation little sister suddenly has to grow because some scandal, hey based on T-Ara scandal I have taught not to like K-Idols too much because it usually ends badly. Since then I only saw their material objectively, and based on music material only, IU's are gold.
This is a really sensational album, because 9 out of 12 tracks hits gaon chart top 10 and the others hit top 20 (Gaon is like Korean billboard). This was never ever done by any other idols let alone a solo singer. So props to IU.
Last Fantasy is IU's second studio album after she hit it big (like until 3 octaves (pun intended)) with her EP Real, and here's the song.
1. 비밀
This track?! As an opening track?! Genius. The notes really flow beautifully, the orchestra choice is amazing and the intro with cello (based on my hearing, I hope it's right) just captivate your attention and makes you wanna hear the rest of the album. There's a bunch of choir in the bridge whis is very good and this song truly embodies majestic song. I can imagine IU entering singing competition like The Voice and such, she enters the finale, singing this song, and BAM standing ovation. There's only two minus. One, the lyrics is too standard, and I hope IU singing it powerfully, kinda like Jennifer Hudson etc, but instead it's too soft , but oh I don't care I love it already.
2. 잠자는 숲 속의 왕자 feat. Yoon Sang
Uhh.... After a succesfull attempt at the first track this is kinda bad if not really bad. IU's voice is really cute cute cute in annoying way, the music itself feels like 90's spring song, something like Fin.k.l to my boyfriend, sadly this is worse. It's not really bad actually if we compare it to other K-Pop music but dissapointing :( ok enough, bashing someone just makes me feel immoral.
3. 별을 찾는 아이 feat. Kim Kwang Jin
Every reviewer's champion is this song, hehe sorry not me. That doesn't mean it's not good, this is also a majestic piece, in a calmer way. Lots of piano, a little strings, build the tension into the bridge, ending it peacefully ahhh the old formula never gets old and it sure does work. Truly, this kind of song really fits IU's soft voice, you go girl. As for the lyric, honestly I just don't understand, maybe because of my bad korean, still I think it has deeper meaning behind it. This is like the first runner up from this album.
4. You and I (너랑 나)
This is it, the main track from this album. First I have to make you all sure (again) that all the material in this album really in another level if we compare it to others, so a standard or bad material like track 2 still sounds okay. This track is standard, but catchy, the beat is good, feels really dreamy. This track just screams IUtheKorean'sNationLittleSister. Like previous song, the lyricist has a special way to deliver it, although the meaning itself is not special but the way the lyric itself presented makes up for it.
So the MV has 2 version, and I will only discuss the drama version (of course). Immediately this MV reminds me of the movie Hugo, only worse. That doesn't mean it's bad, but come on, do you want to beat Martin Scocersse? Of course you can't. It's still beautiful, the cinematography, the time traveller story fits in, IU's clothes as adorable as always, IU with the goose o my goat so cute who can resist it. The clock finger dance is superb my friends (and I) imitate it often so I have to say it, Loen Entertainment really nail it, good job.
*I just want to add, before the whole fashion world invaded by peter pan collar and brocade, IU already wore it in 2010, good job girl you're a world trendsetter.
5. 벽지무늬
First, the use of music box kinda eccentric I love it (not as good as the cello in Secret though (Still I love it anyway)). The lyric is the winner, it doesn't use metaphor heavily, but it strike straight to your heart, the instrument really make us picturing IU's first brokenheart, ah talk about this song makes my heart break too I can't stand it. The song itself really good, but the lyrics just stole all the light.
6. 삼촌 feat. Lee Juck
Ahh the music really makes us feel like it's spring, we're gonna seeing flowers, have a picnic. A bit too sweet for me, and too much sweetness will produce bitter taste. The lyric really tell us that some uncle fan wrote it for IU. Again it's not a really good song, aaahhh I'll just end it, once again, bashing someone/thing makes me feel uncomfortable. (it's the point of review anyway what am I thinking?)
7. 사랑니
Again, a heartbreak lyric, I know the album title is Last Fantasy, but that doesn't mean it has to be broken heart all the time. My innocent heart can't bear the sadness (ewwwhhh). Speaking of innocent, just hear it, it's about a girl's first breakup and she deliver it in a very innocent way. The music really support the lyric, calm, a bit up and down makes it sound innocently cute, not too much instrument used. This is really good, but not that special either so I'm a bit out of words. Ahem, okay next track.
8. Everything's Alright feat. Kim Hyeon Cheol
I know IU, I know. this song is not that good, but everything's alright since this song still sell like a cold kimchi :p ... It features repetitive notes, the lyrics very catchy not really good, but not as bad as other K-Pop music. The lyrics is as annoying as the catchy music. So the conclusion is the song is catchy, not really good, but the easiest to like period, no more comment.
9. Last Fantasy
The string, the orchestra music. Imagine the opening of Final Fantasy game or some old school Disney cartoon. The lyric itself doesn't sound as dreamy as the music but, yeah, still okay. The music features lots of high notes with the strings tackle the entire song, and IU's soft voice really make this track special. FYI, I really like Final Fantasy and Disney cartoon and hearing this just makes me nostalgic. Just remember when you were junior school watching The Lion King and singing Elton John's Can You Feel the Love Tonight, or playing Final Fantasy 7 watching Aerith killed by Sephiroth with Aerith's theme as background music. Owh sorry a bit out of topic. The conclusion is this track really feels nostalgic, it's good period.
10. Teacher feat Ra.D
Imagine Colbie Caillat, Jason Mraz, or Bruno Mars. Features guitar heavily with minimum instrument in the background. There's not much song like this in Korea (I can only think 10cm), it's a breathe of fresh air. I think the lyric is very good too. Unlike previous song, this time the lyric is innocent and cute but not annoying. It tells a story of a child who afraid to grow up, like Peter Pan. This is a fun song you guys should hear it.
11. A Stray Puppy
Okay this is a very depressing song. It's not bad, it's just the nature of this song that's depressing. The lyrics, the instrument, actually the song really deliver the the feeling awh but it's so gloomy. Call me lazy, but the the song is just too sad for me.
This song is written and composed by Corinne Bailey Rae waawww girl put your records on tell me your favorite song, just like a star cross my sky, ahem. It's been so long since the last time I hear Corinne Bailey Rae, I think I'm gonna googled her after this. Okay back to the song, this is so Corinne, for her fans I bet you know what I mean, calm song, lots of accoustic guitar, funny notes, easy listening, catchy but not cheesy. IU's singing kinda lazy here, I know she just want her voice to fit the song, but I don't think this type of singing is the right choice.
13. L'amant (The Lover)
FINALLY, the last song and IU end it MARVELLOUSLY. Okay a bit exaggerated, but it's true, this is the winning song from the album congrats Jun Jae Hyung for creating such a beautiful piece. The first time I hear it, I immediately remember A Song for You by Herbie Hancock and Christina Aguilera. Of course IU isn't blessed with Xtina powerfuljazzybluesy vocals but IU still own the song like she's the boss. Only use piano with a bit saxophone, this song just wow I'm speechless. Okay my writing is out of control, because the track is amazing I can't manage my word. The lyrics is so beautiful and thanks to IU's singing and the roller coaster note just make this song perfect. Props for IU to sing this song well.
To conclude this is like the best album and IU deserve a daesang for this album. The album contain so many powerful track that makes Everything's Alright and 잠자는 숲 속의 왕자 feels so small, not to forget the superior L'amant. I have said what I'm thinking about the album and my last words is, HEAR THIS ALBUM. No matter what scandal IU got into, it will be a shame if it affects your perspective for her material.
Download the album
Last Fantasy (4shared)
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