Rather than contain my “Risers and Fallers” feature to a single post in June, I’m going to share a bite-sized version at the end of each month. This will let me account for more songs and make a nice lead-in to the monthly round-up post.

I anticipate most of these ratings adjustments will be negligible: a 0.5 shift here, a 0.25 shift there. But, it’s a fun way to keep track of how my feelings on songs have changed over time – as well as which tracks currently have momentum on my playlist.

And remember, just because a song is marked as a “faller” doesn’t mean I hate it! Falling from a “9” to an “8.75” is no shame. 9+ rated songs occupy a totally different playlist in my music library, so I’m pretty particular about what qualifies. It’s a high bar.

This month’s feature covers the period from November 18th to January 19th. 

RISERS

Baby DONT Cry – I DONT CARE
Rating: 8.25 → 8.5

CNBLUE – Killer Joy
Rating: 7.5 → 7.75

IDID – Push Back
Rating: 8.5 → 8.75

idntt – Pretty Boy Swag
Rating: 7.5 → 8

ILLIT – Not Cute Anymore
Rating: 6.75 → 7.5 *Biggest Riser*

NEXZ – Next To Me
Rating: 7.75 → 8

n.SSign – Funky Like Me (ft. Peak & Pitch)
Rating: 7.75 → 8

RIIZE – Fame
Rating: 7.75 → 8

FALLERS

BABYMONSTER – Psycho
Rating: 8.5 → 8.25

Jang Dongwoo – Sway (Zzz)
Rating: 7.75 → 7.5

Stray Kids – Do It
Rating: 7.5 → 7.25