Whenever I see that girl group X:IN has a new comeback, I know I’m in for something… interesting. In this case “interesting” does not equate to “good,” as they’re one of the lower-ranked groups on this blog. Somehow, their music almost always manages to self-sabotage, showing promise before doing something bizarre to mess it all up.
That recipe continues on new single Girls On Fire, which is also their Japanese “pre-debut.” During the first verse, I’m heartened by the big dance beat and aloof delivery. However, the track quickly becomes a hodge-podge of the most oddly-phrased sing-talk you can imagine. Oh, X:IN… you never disappoint. The pitch of the chorus is a strange choice — overly chirpy and bratty yet unadorned in a way that makes it sound like a rough demo. It’s as if the song falls apart mid-way through and the producers just strung together a bunch of random clips from the recording outtakes. It’s difficult to turn away from this car crash, but if you’re looking for an actual song you’re better off searching elsewhere.
Hooks
6
Production
7
Longevity
7
Bias
7
RATING
6.75