As if BoA wasn’t busy sufficient with her album launched final week, she’s again with a brand new Japanese single as nicely. We’ve groundbreakers like BoA and Tohoshinki to thank for Okay-pop’s recognition in Japan, and it’s at all times good to see them take one other well-deserved victory lap. Good For U will not be a revelatory new ripple in BoA’s storied profession, however it’s a good sufficient bop.
Having traversed just about each Okay-pop sub-genre you may think about throughout the previous twenty-something years, BoA performs with present developments on this groovy monitor. The track has a generic sheen, pushed by acquainted instrumental prospers and melodies that don’t require a lot stretching or distinctive character. The refrain bunts, choosing a repetitive sing-talk strategy quite than the melodically explosive singing everyone knows BoA is able to. On this manner, the monitor is yet one more instance of excellent vibes that don’t actually go anyplace.
Due to this, Good For U is unlikely to finish up on any BoA best-ofs. It’s the sort of track you take heed to as soon as, get pleasure from nicely sufficient, and promptly neglect a couple of week later. If it wasn’t for BoA’s unbelievable legacy propping up the fabric, there’d be nothing a lot to write down in regards to the track. It’s catchy. It’s polished. It’s advantageous. It’s… quite pointless.
| Hooks | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Longevity | 8 |
| Bias | 7 |
| RATING | 7.5 |
Grade: C
