SONG OF THE DAY: WHISTLE – BLACKPINK
- August 09, 2016
- by Nur Imroatun Sholihat
“Hey boy, make
‘em whistle like a missile bomb bomb. Everytime I show up, blow up.” - Whistle,
Blackpink
I need to say it beforehand: I’m a biased listener. Because they come from my favourite label,
which usually release the songs suit my music taste, I’m simply biased. YG
had put them on training for too long which is only raising the anticipation. I have been waiting them for years so now I have to check whether they could meet
the huge expectation. I want their title tracks blow listener’s mind. I expect
nothing but a solid debut.
Being the second
YG’s girlgroup after 2NE1, I can’t help comparing them to their predecessor. The time I heard Teddy is the one who’s responsible
for their debut, I was both relaxed and anxious. Teddy is a cool-headed hits maker
so fans can be happy the quartet is in the right producer's arms, while I
found it worrysome if their colour would be too identical to 2NE1 for being
under the same producer.
Blankpink is finally
here boombayah-ing our heart. Stop whatever you’re doing because the girls are
in your area. The four membered group dropped their fantastic debut album
contained club banger track “Boombayah” and my personal favourite: “Whistle”. First
note, I’m glad by the fact they aren’t another cutesy concepted group. Second
note, I’m glad they aren’t a copy version of 2NE1.
Boombayah is an
okay but Whistle caught my attention even from its intro. Rather than usual
Kpop debut single which is a dance track, this slow hiphop song highlighting each
member’s vocal. The new jam is absolutely my cup of tea.
The Members Stunning Vocal/Rap Abilities
What a nice
colour Rose brought to the song. So I finally acknowledging the mesmerizing
vocal featured on GD’s "Without You" is no other than Blackpink’s main vocal,
Rose. I remember I was crazy over her even since I heard her without-identity
voice. Both her vocal colour and face give us mysterious vibe. 2NE1’s Park Bom
sets the main-vocal bar so high so I hope Rose would show her vocal ability more
in the future. I’m looking forward Rose showing stronger and more special vocal
ability. By any chance, I’m waiting her to show us her guitarist image. That skill
would be a bias list ruiner due to my affection for acoustic music and guitar.
Well known as
the future bluechip of advertisement industry for her pure beauty and acting
skill even before Blackpink debut, Jisoo proved she isn’t just about pretty
face. Her set of talents let her become a versatile entertainer. She’s not just another visual—she’s the owner of sweet vocal. I found her
extremely endearing with her keeping the balance of the group with her innocent
look and sugar-like voice.
Lisa is the
sweet surprise here. I only knew that she’s a vocalist, but she’s rapping!
There’s more on her than insane dancing skill and vocal. She’s the ball of
contradictions. I can feel her intimidating charisma behind her lovely
attitude. Her cute face yet fierce image she displayed as a model and singer is
her unique charm.
Okay, Jennie’s effortless rap cementing YG status as the house of best rappers. I love their rappers
and Jennie is on the list now.. Her groovy rap blended so well in the song
although in this song, I love her singing more than her rapping. I’m glad YG didn’t let her soulful vocal being a waste by giving her singing portion
beside rapping.
The Song
Lisa opened this
song with her overflowing charisma. The melody is just fine. The pre-chorus and
bridge made this song sounds special. Meanwhile the chorus (intentionally) contains
catchphrase so people can remember this song since first time listening, the bridge shows off their distinctive vocal style. While being minimalist music-wise,
I love how they put details into this song like whistle voice, whispering
voice, bubble effect, and beat transition.
Personal Thoughts
- I can see the
charisma on them eventhough not as charismatic as 2NE1’s members yet. Let the time build their charisma. Also, I like how they boasted different appeals. Jennie is a mix of cute and strong unnie, Jisoo is like a popular girl among men, Rose has girl next door aura, and Lisa represents girl crush with her model-like vibe.
- While not trying
to look pretty or cute, their visuals are slaying. Explanation isn’t needed.
Hihi.
- My greedy side hoped a better
song actually. But since they are just debuted, I will sit and wait. It’s
just cruel to put too heavy burden on rookie’s shoulders.
- I’m still
surpised by the fact that they come from different countries to be finally
together. Jennie was lived at New Zealand, Lisa at Thailand, Rose at Australia,
dan Jisoo at South Korea. Being fluent in many languages would help them break global market.
- Lisa is my bias
by now (I just can't predict what will happen later. Haha. It can’t be helped bias changes easily because they are all talented.). Rose is the perfect candidate
to ruin my bias list. She could climb everyone’s bias list with no mercy.
- I want them to
win Best New Artist Award at year-end award events. I really mean it.
- I want to hear
their harmonies (rap-vocal harmony or vocals harmony is just okay) in the near future. I remember Winner awed me with their killer harmonies even since their
debut album. So, Blackpink when will your turn?
- I don’t know
whether I have to be happy or sad. Blackpink debut timing is just…. I need mellow time with Reply 1988 but they came out with happy songs. Hahaha. Move on isn't my thing right now. Reply 1988 is lingering on my mind.
After all, I’m
enjoying the born of the powerful girlgroup. Congrats Blankpink for the solid
debut. I hope you ladies could inspire us to be a powerful women, just like
what 2NE1 did.
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