![]() ![]() There’s no dramatic storyline that accompanies the singing scenes – but there doesn’t need to be one. The opening sequence displays a grand piano’s monochromatic black and white keys, and a muted and low-key ambiance follows from beginning to end. Stand By U is a refreshing breather after Bolero, with a calm and clean feel throughout the entire song. One can hardly doubt the vocal abilities of Tohoshinki after this, especially one, scruffy-looking baritone. Micky’s naturally baritone voice is low and refreshing in the beginning, but it’s the climax that reveals a different side of him – his voice shoots up two octaves to scream the last thundering cry, a yell that culminates the piece with an almost painful, emotional rawness. Yunho’s voice holds itself quite well during his verse and Changmin’s sheer power in high notes makes for a jolting ascend to the climactic bridge. Although Jaejoong’s and Junsu’s voices take on the strength and skill required the lead voices of TVXQ, the other three members’ own vocal talents are showcased magnificently as well. The song’s message and corresponding storyline follows a path of desperation, ascent, and finally, hope and upliftment.Ī power ballad, Bolero utilizes the unique aspects of each member’s voice to produce a powerful and moving masterpiece. ![]() The shots, like in Doushite, switch back and forth between Tohoshinki and the story’s plotline – in this case, of a sweeper girl with a dream of becoming a ballet dancer. The color scheme is dark and rich, with a bit of a hazed effect during the ballet room scenes, almost giving it a fairytale vibe. Boleroįive young men look dashing in their black suits while standing in, what appears to be an old, traditional church. Definitely one of Tohoshinki’s best, the song will remain one of my favorites for ages to come. The pureness of their sound matches perfectly with the innocence and sweetness of the background, and also the recounting of memories of the main narrator of this love story. It’s here that the angelic voices of Tohoshinki shine brightest – clear and resonant vibrations of sound float on top of the instrumental soundtrack. Was it because of ill-timing? Or misunderstanding? Or a simple decision? The short word exchanges scattered throughout the music create an atmospheric tension that conveys so many words unsaid. ![]() There’s a certain ambiguity of it all – it’s never truly clear on why the protagonist and the newly bride never ended up together. It’s a piece that embodies a classical romance – capturing the feelings of a young man’s love and regret in a soul-searching poem. This is the iconic Japanese single that is profoundly beautiful and ultimately ageless. Doushite Kimi Wo Suki Ni Natte Shimattan Darou? ![]()
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