Weeekly went through some growing pains, but have largely stuck to a bright, upbeat concept. Now in their fourth year, the group tackles a K-pop right of passage: the summer-themed comeback. Lights On bounds forward with plenty of energy, even as it struggles to distinguish itself within a sea of similar summer efforts.
The song checks off many of the right boxes. Exuberant, brassy synths frame a propulsive beat. The vocal hooks volley back and forth, stacked on top of each other to craft a sonic playground. The “oh my, oh my” segments do an especially nice job capturing a euphoric summer sound and Weeekly’s effusive energy adds constant fuel to the track.
Yet with so much going on, Lights On lacks an undeniable centerpiece. The melodies have plenty of movement, constantly spinning round like a carnival ride. This helps to counter the track’s lack of a killer calling card, painting a hectic intensity that will keep you engaged for its entire three minutes. For now, in the vast pantheon of summer hits this feels mid-tier. I’m certainly happy to have it, even if the song could be so much more.
Hooks
8
Production
8
Longevity
9
Bias
8
RATING
8.25