Kim Jaejoong has been more active as an agency head than a performer this year, debuting two new boy groups under his iNKODE Entertainment. But every once and awhile, it’s important to return to the spotlight and remind everyone what a great singer he is. His bravura performance is on full display on the anthemic new single Tonight.
You all know I’m a sucker for anthemic pop and rock music. As someone who likes to sing along with their favorite songs, I crave those big power notes and sky-high melodies. Tonight doesn’t fully satisfy in this regard, but the song wraps itself in production that makes you feel like you’re listening to a widescreen epic. We’ve got electric guitar solos, footfalls of percussion and bright synth stabs. The entire thing is a big, cheesy slice of 80s stadium rock, which should have me totally raving about it.
Sadly, the melodies here feel less engaging than the over-the-top arrangement. Strip the production away and I’d probably skip this song entirely — even with Jaejoong’s dramatic performance. No hook sticks in my mind after Tonight is over. Instead, I’m left replaying the instrumental bombast in my head, clinging on to that nostalgic, cinematic feeling.
| Hooks | 7 |
| Production | 9 |
| Longevity | 8 |
| Bias | 8 |
| RATING | 8 |
Grade: B-
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It sounds like it is missing a chorus. What is played in the spot for the chorus sounds like a bridge or outro, repeated a few times, but that chorus, some knock out catchy soaring part is just … well, where is it?
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His voice was clear and powerful as usual, delivering a sound reminiscent of contemporary Christian music framed by a wonderful, live band arrangement. I especially loved how the guitarist and drummer went all-out toward the end of the track. The song truly could have benefited from a few more unexpected, exciting moments like that scattered throughout!
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If I did not know this is KPOP MV, I would totally believe if you told me this is a promotional material for New Age movement….Jokes aside I really love the rock production and vocals. Yes the song might be a bit short on engaging verses, but it painted a beautiful story full.of bright powerful energy. I did not understand the lyrics, but it felt empowering and somewhat sacred. Listening to the song might just pull you out of the misery hellhole you dig yourself and help you to reach enlightment.
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