TAEMIN - Guilty, The Rizzness & She Loves Me, She Loves Me Not ! - HONEST Review
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I actually like that he chose a more subdued song for his first title track after returning from the military because it showcases his growth as a singer but also becuase it feels (at least to me) like a fresh start, his last releases before leaving (which I loved but still) were pretty frantic, almost desperate for more time but now he feels and sounds more free than ever whilst retaining his style
I hear this!!
i love this description! i have felt this since hard, especially in satellite & insomnia
Subdued? Bruh I felt more watching this MV then all his previous title tracks combined
@@Hrathen39 I loved this comeback, I guess what I was trying to say is that although it does feel intense it's more inward than outward, kind of like Move
I think he did a good job of making something subdued, which is the current trend, without losing an ounce of his usual dramatic nature. He went for haunting instead of intense. I am all for theatrics and energy, so I am always more inclined towards Key’s all out punchy style, but Taemin is my second favourite.
His voice has improved SO MUCH?
Guilty is actually my favorite title track of his, so far. I guess the haunting atmosphere and vocal prowess is everything in this song. I simply loved it, and more than that I felt it watching the mv. I love the direction of this mv. out of the ordinary and typical in a mv in the kpop industry. The best thing is that it combines cinematography, choreography, haunting atmosphere storyline, drama, Taemin's outfits and acting. all in one package that makes it beautifully overwhelming as is Taemin's brand. It is the most complete and very well produced Mv in my opinion of all the releases this year and the best in Taemin's own discography. only taemin is capable of making my skin crawl with a tittle track. no one else can. That says a lot about the type of artist he really is.
Find out exactly what made your skin crawl in a highly revealing video, Guilty MV Explained, created by Agatho .. Get ready for extra Taemin Goosebumps
I think that Guilty has actually become my favorite Taemin song of all time. Strings, theatricality and drama, overlapping whispering, chanting, those vocals popping off at the end…all catnip to me. I thought it was powerful AF. Along with the MV which has been interpreted in so many different ways and is so layered and fascinating!
The MV has very specific message but as usual got lost in translation, I promise you, you'll find mind-blowing revelations in Guilty MV Explained video by Agatho
The MV is amazing. In terms of meaning, I think it’s my favourite of all Taemin releases. The song was so epic though and I’m so excited to see his live stages. It’s clear a lot of people share similar opinions on it’s grandeur but your opinion is totally valid. That’s my favourite thing about Taemin and SHINee in general. People have such strong opinions about their favourite TTs because they’re always committed no matter what genre they explore.
I really like Guilty, but I agree, the big deal here is the vocal level up. He sounds AMAZING!
I ran here! Love hearing what you have to say about Taemin. I actually had a little different reaction when I saw Guilty. It's the perfect title imo. Reminds me of the subdued nature of Move. You're so right about the vocals. He sounds amazing. The haunting vibe of this song just hits for me (it's that 3/4 time signature) and I feel like it fits him. Somewhere between Strings and Impressionable for sure. I've had the whole album on replay. Great reaction as always. ❤
Thank you!!
I actually think this may be one of my favorite Taemin comebacks (as a whole) in a while.
I love Guilty, but I find myself noting his improvement in vocals on this. Like two years off really did him good.
I liked The Rizzness more than I expected. Taemin sells it, but the music… that guitar in the back ground is awesome.
But while Taemin’s titles always hit for me, I’ve been listening to this whole album on repeat since it dropped.
I’ve struggled all year with really *feeling* the music. Like I’ve liked things, loved things even, but only Woodz’s Oo-Li and B.I’s To Die For have been the only two I’ve felt in my soul so far until Taemin’s Guilty. It’s gonna stick with me for a long time.
Yes, Taemin in the past was much better vocally but I think he's more relaxed now.
@@blancasmith-us9is I think in some ways, vocally, he’s improved. But like, his style and sound is shifting now that he’s getting older. I do think time away did him really well. I honestly can’t wait to see what else he brings.
I love how Taemin brings so much to the table since first time that i see him i was traped his aura is on another level and couldn't be more happy to witness his art once again , here for more bring on Taemin.....thanks for reacting ❤
I love dramatic music. Those strings, the layering and the slow build up of his voice👌 I also really liked how they used the contemporary dancers
listening to him do the riffs and runs is my favourite parts of these reactions 😭💕
Awww thanks
This is one of the most powerful song he’s ever done. I’m amazed you find it underwhelming. 😱 Choreo by Casper and Bada Lee. ❤
the most beautiful vocals, so proud 🌟
Taemin is art
I was expecting more storytelling in the mv just based on the trailers we got but this also works. I was so entranced by his vocals throughout this song, I guess that alone is enough to tell a story on its own plus showcasing the choreo works to intensify the emotions. It made me feel what he was feeling even if I had no idea what it was about. This feels very raw and I love that. Also the changes in his singing style you pointed out is so fascinating !
It's like the trailers tell all the back story, so SM is counting on us knowing them.
Overall I loved the album! all the songs fit my taste❤
I am not a native American speaker
so I don't know what's wrong with "the rizzness" 😅 but for taemin's first time doing this kind of music, he slayed it
lool it's more so the actual word that people didn't like than the song tbh
Guilty is one of my favorites releases of the year by far. But i know you are gonna destroy the rizzness haahahahhahaaha i can feel it in my bones.
LOOOL I actually like rizzness slightly more than Guilty which I found super underwhelming as a song even though the vocals and video are great.
@@Koko3opnooooooooooo i completely missed lol i personally love guilty, but i can see your point. I think that maybe the song itself is a bit less impactful than his other title tacks in the sense that it feels less "surprising".. but i love it, personally. Maybe I'm just too biased hahahaa taemin can do no wring in my eyes
@@ericacella1180 HAHAHa nahh my faves really be doing wrong to me sometimes. If Taeyeon lets me down I'll delete this channel.
@@Koko3opsame I like rizzness better but I never expect to like titles more than the bsides
Damn, tastes is sooo different haha I absolutely love Guilty and can't listen to the Rizzness, it's not my style at all 😅
I can’t believe Guilty unseated Want as my favorite title track of his. His vocals are, like you said, flawless. They have a bit of Jonghyun’s touch to it, which makes sense since they had such a strong musical partnership. Taeminnie is growing into it (very much has).
the second i heard him on those first fanmeetings in april, i heard a world of difference in his singing technique. i wondered if he'd roll back into his previous style by the time he released music, but he's only gotten better ever since, his awareness of placement has never been this precise. it's the first time we get this much head voice! he must have gotten a new coach during the hiatus and god bless whoever that is, they're working wonders
ive been waiting 😅
YEAAHHHHH YOU ARE BACKKKK
I suuuure am!
No one could be like TAEMIN
TAEMIN is the different level forever. His vocal is so insane
THE KING of kings
I've only seen/heard the TT so far but wow. I was blown away by the MV. The parallel to presumably his struggles in the military with the barracks. The choreo reflecting people manipulating and controlling him. The part I am really curious about is meaning of the (?) funeral scene? Why is he holding a gun? Is this the death of old him ie pre-military Taemin? or is it the death of who he was turned into during the military with the climax and the way his vocals and dance become more free? I need someone who is far smarter and knows more about Taemin and his lore to explain it to me.
Ohhh i was waiting for you!!!!!... I loved the whole album , i think that you will love the vocals despite the songs may not fill your expectations. Love u
I love his performence. He talks with his body and use his voice like an instrument.
watching your reactions always reminds me to give songs another listen paying close attention to all the backing vocals
taemin is the best main dancer vocalist hands down
So proud of Our TAEMIN Boy🥰💖🫶👏 They deserve the Best ! This album IS a real mastepiece🔥🔥🤴👑🧀
Guilty is masterpiece❤ i cried the first time too much emotion
Taemin 🥰🎊🎁
Taemin said himself that he didn't release something that is way too out of character for him as a title track and instead opted to experiment more with the b-sides for some change, which imo after his 2 years hiatus makes perfect sense, he gave us Guilty which is so taemin and also tried something new with the other songs like the rizzness (although that word still makes me giggle it will take me a while to get used to it 😭)
I loved guilty and the powerful vocals in it, and overall i feel like he seems very much more relaxed with his singing and he tries to showcase it in any opportunity he gets, so far a lot of the shows that he went on were all singing focused (like killing voice for example), and i love to see that growth.
Haven't seen your reaction for the rest of the songs bcs I'm commenting halfway through the video but I'm interested to see your take on the rizzness 😭 it's seriously a banger if only the word rizz got scrapped from it.. And about the other songs personally my fav is She loves me, She loves me not and right after is Not over you, masterpieces fr.
It took a few listens but I have SLMSLMN on repeat.... I love it soooooo much xoxoxoxoxoxoxox so hauntingly beautiful
Taemin is a legend.
He is an art
Love that youe kept referencing his past songs to see the difference/improvements. Guilty grew on me actually. Seems like a closing act and looking forwards to new chapter of fresh taemin.
I also think Taemin tightened his lower notes , if that makes sense ? It’s less airy, more controlled , the vibrato doesn’t feel forced I’m not saying it was that way before I’m just saying that his vocals keep getting better . I was so shocked like I know this man is great but now you’re telling me he could get greater !!!???
Agreed!
I ADORE his lower register and I was so glad to hear more of it in this album!
I love that you can pick up and track how his technique has evolved.
Yaaaay
Amazing! I like how you tie Strings with Guilty. I was thinking as well the song has some resemblance.. now i know where it came from. I also think that “The Rizzness” sound very Aespa-like. TOTALLY AGREE on the vocals. This album is all about his vocals and if you see most of his works in reality shows he dance less but sing more..Killin’ vocals - yes!
Besides the title song, I also really like the song 'She Loves Me Or Not.
Thank you for your review! Yes, Taemin has returned from his military hiatus mature and creative and beautiful. I do love Guilty for allowing Taemin to express his multi-layered narrative through his body, voice, and spirit. My favorite song overall is Night Away though. Listening to it makes me feel happy as well as nostalgic for some of my happiest times in my life. I have always loved how Taemin plays with his instrument. I am so happy he is back.
I can't believe you don't like it guilty, it's immaculate,his vocals.the music😩
Rizzness is a masterpiece
Guilty gives me goosebumps. It’s hard to give me goosebumps.
Ok and I really like the honesty in your reactions. I know you a true Taemin fan cause your criticism comes from a soft place. If you say something you feel may negatively impact others impression of Taemin. You immediately give more detail to explain. I like that and I’m just going to say it. Taemin kind of cemented hisself at the round table for many reactors and I truly feel the reaction community fizzled when joined the military. Like just waiting for the Prince to return.
That being said musically Taemin is always next level.
His music is 9/10 a bop. Even if there is a song that isn’t great. It still passes causes it’s Taemin.
💓
I agreed when you said he reminds me of the weeknd reacting to guilty
I really like Taemin's new sound. He sounds amazing and the music is more "mainstream", but without being replaceable. I also kind of drift away from the typical K-Pop sound. Another reason why this album really speaks to me. Let's see what level he reaches next time.
Taemin said the song and video concept came from a 1957 book he had read that inspired him. 'L 'Erotisme by French philosopher George Bataille. George Bataille expressed his desire instrest to explore complex emotions.
So I listened to the album before I saw the mv, and was initially a little underwhelmed by the the title. Watching the mv, everything felt much more explosive and made me appreciate Guilty more as a song. Is it my favorite Taemin title? No, but I still really like it. That being said, Not Over You is my favorite on the album and The Rizzness is . . . something. I don't dislike it, like it sounds good but the lyrics are so strange lol
AHahahaha good thing I never pay attention to lyrics
This comment. SMH.
@Koko3op lmaoooo, I usually dont either but I avoided the teasers and album samplers so it kind of shocked me at first listening to it with no prior warning. I'm sure I'll get used to it
@@creolivia4830 ?
I hate trends. I would rather let the singers or if they are trying to make their own songs do what they want. That is why I like this song its different. I also like Stray Kids and Seventeen because they always make their own beats and songs and they are amazing.
His vocals have always been incredible, but in this album it feels way richer and fuller and I can't get over it
I personally loved the whole album because it matches all my favorite songs from the artists I love so this comeback was huge for me. Although I might just be biased because if this had been another group or singer I didn't like I'd find it boring lol.
I do think the title track could've had something instrumental-wise in the second or third chorus to keep elevating the song and keep it interesting , but the adlibs and the bridge kinda help out on that aspect. SLMSLMN gives major NGDA Act 1 vibes imo! It reminds me of Strangers. Overall I thought the album was quite cohesive, and it's probably my favorite album of his in terms of replayability. The bsides are VERY similar sonically though and I wouldn't be surprised if it's not your cup of tea based on your opinion of SLMSLMN haha.
🥰🥰🥰💗💗💗💗💗👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏
I guess it could be about the mental repercussions of being in the military and living your everyday life as a tool for a fight between governments in which you have no voice, spending all your time and energy learning the most efficient ways to kill people you do not use. nor do I want to hurt (could the phrase "loving you is a crime" be about having empathy and compassion for the "opposite side" in the war) and the loss of childhood and innocence it would cause. We see Taemin looking very anxious while holding the gun at target practice and even taking it out on himself through self-harm (because of guilt??) he (or someone else I can't say) then sets the target on fire at 5 :20, possibly as a rebel?? Throughout the MV there is also a theme of everyone being in uniform or boring clothes, so this is juxtaposed with super expressive outfits like Taemin in a skirt which could be a commentary on how the military steals your self-expression and sense of identity, since you have to wear a uniform, shave your head and follow orders. The first scene is quite indicative of both the loss of childhood (children's photos drawn on the wall) and the loss of self, as Taemin is sitting in a room full of colorful clothes while wearing a very simple outfit. This is just my theory, I have no intention of speaking for Taemin, especially when an anti-military concept would be very controversial and would result in a lot of hate for him. That hurt expression is unforgettable. It's a strong shock and stimulus. Taemin was the first K-pop artist I was exposed to (and became obsessed with) and he became my first prejudice (now ult) for exactly this reason. Always with you, Taemin. 🫰😍
He did the military training and spend a few months in service, but after that, he moved to social service so he would have been in an office. Key was in the band (relatively common for idols). So they don’t necessarily spend most of their time studying how to kill 😂 the rest is true though (the lack of freedom and being a tool)
But he definitely struggled with that first part as far as we know, so it is very possible!
I was a little underwhelmed the first time I heard it, but Guilty is definitely one of those songs that the more you listen to it, the better it gets. The first songs that came to mind when I heard it are Shadow and Mystery Lover from his earlier albums.
I'm not a rizzness enjoyer, that chorus is just too goofy for me. Otherwise I really enjoyed this album. Holding out hope that we get a retro concept from him eventually lol
Might be the first time I disagree with your review 😅 this TT (and all his b-sides ngl) is definitely one of my favorites and it fits his cb from the military perfectly. Knowing the story behind this concept also helped the narrative on why he chose this song. With his 10-yr solo career, he’s done almost everything, from warm ballads to very grand music with the greatest dance breaks, but he’s proved that he will keep on growing as an artist & not stick to what people are expecting of him just bec “they worked before” which might be the reason why you find this cb underwhelming. Love your intricate analysis tho on his growth as a vocal performer. There are some details that I totally missed when I first listened to his song and I appreciate that you pointed them out. This is one of the few channels that I’ve been waiting for to watch a review on this cb bec I know that you’ll go technical on this lol
Ps. Totally agree with that smirk + roll eyes over that dancer’s do. He really needs to retire that hairstyle (or maybe Taemin should get new male dancers bec bleh-sorry not sorry)
Hahah honestly that dancer has to go and I’m glad you like it! I did say it suits his post military energy for sure I just would’ve like a chorus that elevates musically or lyrically in a way that hooks me but it stays pretty much the same throughout which doesn’t really excite me.
Yes his vocal growth really is amazing though! Thanks for this comment I appreciate you.
I can't wait but I'm also scared. Like, is it a good frown or a bad frown 😅 ? I see The Rizzness so I think I know your thoughts on her already. But for Guilty, I cannot wait !!
LOOOOL well nothing topped a 6.5/10 for me overall! Great vocals though jesus
@@Koko3op ooouuh... Well I'm not that surprised 😅 I think most people will find the album very minimalist (some might say a """lazy choice"""), but I disagree. I think it makes sense with the kind of music he listens to. And it's not what people expected from him, which is very Taemin.
But Guilty really elevates the album !!!
I know you love him, so I know you won't completely destroy him for this 😂
I can't wait for the Killing Voice reaction !!
@@sycy5382 loool I'd never destroy him! Yeahh i would've liked a fresh song considering Guilty was written the same time as Advice but we'll see what he does next.
@@Koko3op I see your point. But if you didn't know it was from 2 years ago, would you still think it feels..."dated" ?
I think I'm still be in the euphoria of having him back, but I really enjoyed this album. It works for me and most of the songs are up my alley. And some little details in the bsides managed to grab my attention.
But this is only the beginning of his 2nd chapter. He's only been back for 6 months, so we'll see what he unleashes next.
@@sycy5382 In my reaction I actually mentioned it sounds exactly like strings, little did I know it was from that era haha.
I personallly am tired of the string heavy, the weeknd, 50 shades of grey type of songs but his vocals are super fresh so it might grow on me cos of that.
You said it reminds you of the weeknd and you know what it reminds me of? hooverphonic's mad about you, like idk what it is, maybe the strings and the grand chorus and how subdued-ly addictive it is but that's kind of the vibe m getting
Oooo okay, yes the string for sure!
She Loves Me, She Loves Me Not is such a fuckin hit 🎯
Not Over You outshines every song on the album ngl
Interesting, I absolutely loooove Guilty. I guess it's personal taste though, I'm not much into fast paced songs like Advice 😝
I don’t think I really loved Advice as much as the bsides tbh.
Just here to agree w loving his lows etc, he sounds amazing. 👌🏿
I think Taemin contains multitudes that ppl aren't ready to grapple w, he gives us peeks every now and then and I think Guilty is one of those moments. I'm so tired of ppl using the same explanations for what the song/video mean, bc if you're really paying attn to his life, his story, and his trauma then its perfectly clear imo. 🤷🏿♂️
*Tattoos take a while to remove, my bff owns a tattoo and piercing studio and has had laser work done a few times. Its very fkn painful and that's partially why ppl drag out the removal, plus your skin has to heal from being literally cooked lol.
I feel like he’s voice is sounding better somehow
Can someone tell me this song the intro
Fromis_9 - in the mirror slowed
I thought the rizzness was maybe a Kai song or something and was given to Taemin. I enjoy the album though. I feel like he went a bit of a different route this time but I like it. I'm really proud of how much Taemin continues to improve vocally, it's amazing.
Taemin chooses his songs and works on them with producers, they are not given or forced upon him
@@yongannoseiichi SM is known for swapping songs among their artists, so it is possible that that could have happened. It's not a slight against him or anything. But I do agree that he wasn't forced to take any song, I'm sure a kpop vet like Taemin has a choice in what songs he sings.
@@kmwsweetnesss Yes, it happens a lot in SM, but Taemin is an artist who knows what and how he wants to do and what songs he wants to have on the album. A lot of people don't know this and still think that the SM team is running him like a puppet. Btw Guilty was originally written in 2020 for a girl group (which no longer exists) and was chosen by Taemin 2 years ago. Guilty was originally supposed to be on the Advice album.
Have you seen Rizzness live? It's... wow!
I have. I don’t think era is for me unfortunately lol. I’ll post my reaction on Patreon
people say it's an interpolation of all mine by kanye west
the production strongly carries the rizzness like whoever produced the song did their thing cause the beat sold it for me
Thank you for your honest reaction as always! I really enjoyed 'Guilty' myself, it's probably my favourite of his title tracks so far. I bounced off 'The Rizzness' a bit, but enjoyed it way more as a performance, since it has an interesting choreo and his collaborating dancers are so good. My favourite b-side on the mini album is 'She Loves Me Not'. There's just something about that track that really appeals to me.
I really like your analysis and how you were able to see parallells to previous tracks from Taemin and even other SM artists. Like you, I also enjoy Taemin's singing so much on this mini. I feel like he's enjoying singing so much right now, and it comes across in his singing. He's been really going for vocally challenging songs in his recent variety show appearances that I checked out, and no matter if he's singing, dancing or just talking, there's an air of confidence about him that's really nice to experience. I'm guessing that he's grown a lot as a person and that in its turn has helped him grow as a musician as well.
Thank you!! And yes his growth is really amazing
give all mine by kanye west a listen. the chorus part of the rizzness reminds me of a part that song.
Yeah I said in another comment that the producers need to give credit cos Kanye has a strong lawsuit lol
I kind of find it underwhelming that you find Guilty underwhelming cause I am completely overwhelmed with this song.. I feel that I must persuade you to like it.. you don’t have to be honest this time..do it like the other 95%.. give us fan service 😉
HAHSHSHSHSHSJSHAHA I reacted to the Fancam todays and I fear I like it even less :(
@@Koko3opDo you think it's the choreography?
I honestly didn't like them, I was expecting a more elaborate choreography for both songs.
the rizzness sounds a lot to me like kanye “all mine” when i first heard it i was so confused
For me the song The rizzness made me immediately think of kanye west all mine this is really similar for the chorus part
Yea imma need them to credit Kanye looool that’s acase for sure. It’s way too similar to be an interpolation too.
@@Koko3opOne of the producers mentioned kanye on his instagram.
is that counts as credit ?lol
underwhelming ??you have lost your sense of taste guilty is so far his best TT
When IDEA with a Boa feature is right there?? Lol ok
I've wanted to point this out for a while but your audio is really off. I was confused by vocal lines and some of the mods missing in guilty, rizzness was odd too, but track 3 sounds like a different song, almost like it's re-encoded twice. I think some of your thoughts would stay the same but something is wrong for sure because even the vocal layers are over-compressed.
Really?? Cos it sounds so close to how it sounded to me in real life LOOOOOOL. Maybe it’s how CZcams compresses the sound but usually my headphones give me a new richer experience but I also lose a lot of mid and highs my speaker gives me. And whenever I’ve switched to headphones it’s never seemed like a huge difference. What device are you using to listen? When I play my reactions back on my TV with big speakers the audio sounds identical to the original.
@@Koko3op I think I figured it out. It bothered me too much. lol I played Melon and the mv simultaneously and youtube for sure is missing vocal layers and there's a chorus synth that's virtually gone. And the lyric videos are worse, like re-encoded twice.
Omg I hope you see this. The Melon version is Dolby Atmos. I forgot I had to upgrade my Melon app settings to play the album. Lol
I just listened to another reaction, and there definitely is a noticeable difference in sound
@@whatzuptoto Ooooo okay, would the difference be there on spotify also?
It’s funny Guilty isn’t A BOP like most if his releases… So it’s not something I’m going to listen to nonstop. But you’re right-it feels very honest and for that I love it. In general, I love this more adult and raw release from a kpop artist.
I do feel like tiktok challenges with this song will be silly. It seems too emotive for that kind of bs 😂 but maybe I’m wrong and people will rock it
Hahahahaha I hear you. It feels too raw for that
I can't believe you don't like "guilty", it's the first time Taemin has a title track where he shows himself more vocally.
Hence why I praised the vocals so much. The chord progressions and hooks in the chorus just don’t do anything for me at all.
Waiting for this react! You’re late! Jk Lols
Hehehehe
this whole album seems like its gonna age horribly idk def disappointed in taemin. his voice is great but these song choices are skips or mid