Melodically, After We Ride is simple and repetitive, revisiting the same refrains in nuanced ways. There’s a welcome fullness to this arrangement that creates a lush soundscape. The syncopated beat is everything I could ask for, charging forward with an energy that’s funky yet bittersweet. This starts with the instrumental - a shimmering blend of robust synth and buoyant rhythm guitar. After We Ride has been described as “synth rock.” In other words, it’s got my name written all over it. It targets so many of my own musical sweet spots, pulling K-pop’s retro synth trend in a more band-driven direction. It would be disingenuous to remain unbiased about this song. Intent to soundtrack the entire season, Brave Girls have made a quick turnaround with After We Ride (술버릇 (운전만해 그후)) – a sequel to last year’s city pop single We Ride.
June’s Chi Mat Ba Ram quickly grew into a bonafide song of summer, coupled with a flawless mini album that drew upon K-pop’s past for an invigorating blast of nostalgia.
Not only did it kick off because of one of their best singles, but this viral attention has led to a new era of music that surpasses their already-strong back catalog.
Brave Girls’ 2021 resurgence has been a perfect storm.
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