Gosh, remember UP10TION? Their peak era seems much further in the past than it actually is. The group delivered a bunch of bangers and will eternally be part of my summer playlist with the classic Tonight. While promoting in the group, Lee Dongyeol went by the name Xiao. Now, it’s finally time for him to step out on his own with Drip Drop.
I can’t help but think of another idol soloist’s Drip Drop when I hear this title, and that comparison gives Dongyeol a steep hill to climb. As with many male solo releases, Taemin’s shadow looms large. Drip Drop attempts an evocative sensuality and strikes the right tone. However, the song is mostly melodic murk. There’s plenty of angst and drama, but the hooks just aren’t there. Dongyeol does his best to sell the material, aided by a few nice production flourishes. It’s just not enough to compensate for a lack of originality plaguing the track.
| Hooks | 7 |
| Production | 7 |
| Longevity | 7 |
| Bias | 7 |
| RATING | 7 |
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I feel like the energy level is set at 8 instead of 11. Also, I had to check my audio levels and earbuds, as the bass seems so empty, and determined its not me, it is empty. The song could also use more real percussion boom bah crashes, such as every oohhAH (bash) ooohAH (crash crash)
Also, another one where we can only imagine what Taemin or Wonho would do with this material. Answer: sell the shit out of it.
That said, its alright, I would put in about mid7’s.
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for me this is the type of vibe I love so it will still end up on my playlists even if I have to admit it’s a little bland
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