This is not a track looking to pound you over the head with hooks or dynamic instrumentals. Its appeal lies mostly in tone, delivery, and lyrical construction. Because of this, it’s hard to accurately review a song like “ Forever Rain“. I’m not fluent in Korean, and I don’t trust translations (even official ones) to offer more than a cursory understanding of lyrical depth - or lack thereof. When reviewing a song, I don’t often take into account its lyrical composition. SHINee‘s Jonghyun’s tragic passing last year has shone renewed light on the personal struggles of idol performers, and groups like BTS continue to bolster their work with relatable, introspective lyrics. But, I think things are starting to change - even if the process is bound to be a long, arduous one. It’s easy to forget the humanity behind the veneer. Its performers put on an impossibly cheerful façade, so much so that media training is almost as important as dance, vocal, or hip-hop. The K-pop industry has always had a tricky relationship with mental health.
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