P1Harmony have developed a giant international following, notably within the States. Nonetheless, I’ve had a tough time connecting to their music in any dependable method. It’s humorous — from music to character to selection content material — some idols are simply an immediate match with my private style whereas I wrestle to get into others irrespective of how a lot I strive. That is no knock on P1Harmony themselves. They’re a really gifted group with a handful of nice tracks. I assume it’s simply the best way issues work in relation to fandom.
New single DUH! is unlikely to unlock any new ardour from this specific Okay-pop fan. The tune continues the group’s hip-hop heavy sound, unveiling enjoyable, quick verses that showcase their circulation. These segments are quite a lot of enjoyable. Their freewheeling power works effectively over the old-school manufacturing — notably throughout verse two. This jogs my memory of the group’s debut-era work, notably 2021’s Disharmony: Break Out mini album.
Sadly, this potential is wasted on an underwhelming refrain. Sure… we’re chanting once more… identical to so many different boy teams in 2025. There are solely so some ways you’ll be able to chant, and when you hear sufficient choruses like this all of them mix into one cloying (and frustratingly predictable) mess. I get why Okay-pop companies do that. It’s a lot simpler to chant and dance than sing and dance. However as a purely musical expertise, DUH!‘s centerpiece doesn’t provide a lot to sit up for. It’s one other instance of P1Harmony pulling me in solely to let me go moments later.
| Hooks | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Longevity | 8 |
| Bias | 7 |
| RATING | 7.5 |
Grade: C
