Double S301 ~ PAIN
It's time to wipe away the tears and take a breath of relief
as the long-awaited return ofSS501 has come in the form of
3 with sub-unit group Double S 301 in their new song "Pain." The boys have been away
from the scene for a few years and are coming back stronger than ever with
their powerfully alluring song.
"Pain" is a song filled
with charisma, various changes in sound and, overall, a rustic Latin sensation
blended into the rough yet smooth vocals of Double S 301. "Pain" has a real"LOVEYA" vibe to it as the dance is chic and
in-your-face while expressing the thrilling emotions of love.
"Pain's" soft piano paired with the repetitive harmonic guitar riffs
create a perfect mix of melodies. The song's instrumental offers an intense
listen due to the dramatic rises in tempo and sudden drops into silence, making
it a surprisingly dramatic track! Dive into the MV for yourself and check
out what Double S 301 has brought to the table!
The most winning aspect is the uprise in tempo which really brings a
rush to the listener as the chorus becomes intensified after the wacky rap
verse prior to it. The "sweet and
bitter" verse has a little Seo
Taiji feeling to it in the sense of capturing a zany sound but it
makes "Pain" carry a whimsical charm and showcase some variety. The
'Engrish' lyrics are another loveable aspect of this song because every fan
will forever be repeating "I'm so
pain" when relevant. The build up before the final verse at 2:25 is quite intense as sirens play
during the monotonous "pain" which then lead up to a high pitched
high note that makes this song extreme and flooding with emotion!
The MV was done exceptionally well for many reasons. It
really emphasised their dynamic body movements in every routine, and the clean
ivory room contrasting with their black silhouettes make it totally
eye-catching! However, they seem a bit rusty because, although their dance
moves are sharp and striking, it lacks attractiveness as those body waves are
less sauve and more stiff. The subtle color changes from red and purple back to
clean white really represent passionate lust and feelings of pain mixed with
purity. The visionary appeal stays true to this song's concept and sends the
listener into a tango-like whirlwind of emotions with its Latin-inspired sound.
All these pieces combined makes "Pain" enjoyable as it has the moving
message of a ballad but the powerful sounds of hit songs during the golden
years of 2010.
In the end, SS501 have released more solid and instantly
likable hits but the sounds of "Pain" really grow on you quickly and
easily! It is refreshing to see these seniors back on the stage and taking it
on with a some new flair and an appealing style! The group seem like a relic in
time, which makes them score high as "Pain" gives a nice sense of
nostalgia with every listen.
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