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Jonghyun, acclaimed singer and songwriter, and member of SHINee, has finally released his full album titled She Is. With this album, Jonghyun gives his worldwide fans even more reasons to believe that he is an exceptional musical genius. Everything from his amazing vocal range to his lyrics speak professionalism and maturity. Although She Is is mainly focused on R&B, Jonghyun plays with other genres like funk and EDM as well. If I were to sum up She Is in a few words, I would call it a lovers’ niche.
Track 1 – 좋아 (She Is)
She Is is the first song which also happens to be the title track. This is an electro funk number that talks about liking everything that “she is”. It’s a fun number laid over with Jonghyun’s fantastic falsetto. My favorite thing about this track is how he says the phrase “she is” throughout the song, but it doesn’t feel boring or redundant in any way.
Track 2 – White T-Shirt
Here we have a pop tune with infusions of techno. White T-Shirt talks about liking the simplicity of a girl wearing a white t-shirt as it makes her even more beautiful. It’s a catchy tune that gives me the impression that Jonghyun is really into repetition as he constantly says “white t-shirt” in this song too. In this track, we get to hear a more playful side of Jonghyun.
Track 3 – 우주가 있어 (Orbit)
Orbit is more laid back compared to the first couple of songs. It’s an R&B number with bass and jazz feels that compares his lover to the outer space and its attributes. The song has a melody and feel that grows on you after a few listens, especially in the chorus. It’s a great song to sing for or dedicate to a lover.
Track 4 – Moon
This is a classic R&B tune coupled with Jonghyun’s amazing falsetto voice again. The lyrics in Moon have a seductive feel as Jonghyun tries to get his lover to relax and promises to take her to the moon. The song immediately reminds me of western singers like The Weekend and Zayn Malik. It’s the perfect background song for an evening out with a lover.
Track 5 – Aurora
Aurora talks about finally meeting someone you only dreamed of meeting, and the magical feelings it brings you. This R&B soul track has a surreal kind of feel in its lyrics and it makes you want to sing along right on the first listen. Aurora has a mellow and groovy vibe that is soothing for a late night summer drive.
Track 6 – Dress Up
This is an uptempo dance song with EDM and a sprinkle of hip hop. Dress Up will make you want to move your body. In the song, a man asks his girl how she’s going to dress up today. As with previous tracks, Jonghyun expertly makes repetition pleasant to the ears and not redundant.
Track 7 – Cocktail
This is another slow paced R&B track in which the singer compares his lover to a cocktail that he is addicted to drinking. Cocktail adds a hip hop rhythm in the chorus with trap elements while Jonghyun smooths his vocals out, this combination of which adds interest and depth to the track. One of Cocktail’s best charms is how the melody line in the chorus sticks in your mind and doesn’t let go. I found myself singing “you’re my cocktail” repeatedly at random intervals after the first listen.
Track 8 – Red
Red is an R&B tune that talks about wanting a girl to open up. Jonghyun continually asks her not to be cold when it’s just them and to kiss him. The constant repetition of “red light” in this song is what makes it memorable. Ironically, it’s also the only thing that makes the song sound a bit redundant after a few listens.
Track 9 – Suit Up
The ending track, Suit Up, is a laid back tune with R&B inspirations and a little bass elements. The song is a sweet, heart warming wedding song that a couple can comfortably dance to holding each other, and the perfect conclusion to this album.
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