![]() ![]() The 22 years Nick mentions refers to when the older members started their trainee days. Eunhyuk said, “We know how much the rest of the members curse so when even one person steps out while we’re gathered, he’ll curse. 11th in addition to all the EP’s and subgroups and solo work and Supe rShow and OST releases …) During the press conference, they were of course asked the secret to their longevity. This is my favorite Super Junior title track since 2017, and I wasn’t expecting to say that! HooksĬongratulations to SuJu on the release of their 11th studio album, which apparently is the record for kpop idols. A late-song breakdown is especially fun, building energy for Mango’s cathartic climax. The arrangement feels so smooth, perfectly suited to the natural funkiness of the instrumental. The guys bring robust vocal strength to every bit of the track and I love the use of layering. But, the importance of Super Junior’s performance can’t be overstated. ![]() It might sound like I’m praising Mango for the things it’s not, rather than on its own merits. Its various segments flow together seamlessly without the cut-and-paste construction that often makes tracks feel disjointed and/or predictable. It’s melodic to a fault, which can’t be said about many 2022 K-pop songs. But, Mango delivers good vibes without distraction, bolstered by the natural talent and charisma of the members. The song is not reinventing the wheel, nor is doing anything spectacular or thrilling. Pre-release Don’t Wait did little for me, but Mango is the kind of straightforward summer bop that will always be in fashion. This allows them to play with trends if they’d like, or simply deliver a classic pop track like Mango. The group is currently in a phase where they just release what they want to release, free from the expectations that frame the careers of younger artists. I’d wager that’s longer than the age of many K-pop fans, and it’s a legacy that should be respected. Only a fraction of K-pop groups last beyond their initial seven-year contract, but Super Junior are still going strong after seventeen (!) years. ![]()
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