Rather than contain my “Risers and Fallers” feature to a single post in June, I’m going to share a bite-sized version at the end of each month. This will let me account for more songs and make a nice lead-in to the monthly round-up post.

I anticipate most of these ratings adjustments will be negligible: a 0.5 shift here, a 0.25 shift there. But, it’s a fun way to keep track of how my feelings on songs have changed over time – as well as which tracks currently have momentum on my playlist.

And remember, just because a song is marked as a “faller” doesn’t mean I hate it! Falling from a “9” to an “8.75” is no shame. 9+ rated songs occupy a totally different playlist in my music library, so I’m pretty particular about what qualifies. It’s a high bar.

This month’s feature covers the period from November 21st to January 22nd.

RISERS

ITZY – Untouchable
Rating: 8.5 → 8.75

NMIXX – Dash *Biggest Riser*
Rating: 7.25 → 8.25

NMIXX – Soñar (Breaker)
Rating: 7.5 → 8

RIIZE – Love 119
Rating: 7.75 → 8.5

TWS – Plot Twist
Rating: 8.75 → 9

Waker – Atlantis
Rating: 8.5 → 8.75

FALLERS

(G)I-DLE – Wife
Rating: 7.5 → 7

Hui – Hmm Bop
Rating: 7.25 → 7

IVE – All Night (ft. Saweetie) *Biggest Faller*
Rating: 7.25 → 6.5

Jeong Sewoon – Quiz 
Rating: 7.25 → 6.75

Kim Jonghyeon – Motto 
Rating: 7.75 → 7.25

Lee Chanhyuk – 1 Trillion 
Rating: 8.5 → 8.25

Niel – Parting Path
Rating: 8.5 → 8

Nam Woohyun – Baby Baby
Rating: 8.75 → 8.5