It’s been a really gradual week in Ok-pop, which suggests I’m turning my eye to “particular movies” within the absence of correct comebacks. Miyeon’s Sky Strolling was first launched all the way in which again in December 2024, however has now been repurposed as a tourism marketing campaign for Macau. So whereas I missed the monitor final yr, this promotion (and digital launch) has me diving in for the primary time.
Whereas I don’t discover Sky Strolling to be a profession standout, its uplifting pop/rock sound is kind of enjoyable and refreshingly uncomplicated. The tune shouldn’t be gimmicky sufficient to be an i-dle title monitor, however that permits Miyeon to easily chill out into the monitor and ship a heat, partaking efficiency. Her vocal flits between highly effective and light-weight, hitting just a few good peaks as excessive notes pepper the melody.
Talking of melodies, Sky Strolling isn’t very memorable on this regard. Its refrain unfurls with a way of granduer that matches the anthemic chug of the instrumental and an fulfilling post-chorus provides a little bit of oomph, however principally the tune colours inside anticipated traces. It’s designed as a pleasing balm and works properly in that regard. Don’t anticipate greater than a breezy business movie and also you’ll probably be charmed.
| Hooks | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Longevity | 8 |
| Bias | 8 |
| RATING | 7.75 |
Grade: C+
