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Heaven – Ailee (Japanese Version)

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Ailee recently made her debut in Japan last month, with the very song which she made her debut in Korea. Heaven, was literally reproduced into a new song with a new instrumental and lyrics in a totally different language. On top of that, a different music video was produced. It must’ve been hard on Ailee particularly recently, where she was hurt.  I think everyone knows what I am talking about. I have to say, Ailee has one of the best fan bases ever. If any artist got into a similar situation or anything milder, they would have been criticised  However, Ailee was supported by fans and strangers a like. It is great to know that there are humans still on this earth and faith can be restored. She made her Japanese debut early last month.

The song has a new instrumental. This one has more of an orchestral feel to it which I actually like, though I do prefer the Korean version of the song more. This version basically got updated and sounds amazing As per usual, Ailee’s vocals are superb and really she sounds amazing. If this instrumental was with the Korean lyrics, this song would have been a chart topper from the very beginning. There is this epic feel that the Korean version lacked, while this version lacks emotion and feelings. Do you understand? It is hard to explain properly, but beside that, the song is amazing.

The music video was recreated for the Japanese song. I like the floating clouds, but the setting seems to constricted to watch. The Korean version looked bright and suited the tone of the song. This version however, the lighting sucked and the music video looked like a video shot for a more creepy concept. There is no focus on “heaven” but instead only on the darkness of the video and the only thing that stands out is her white dress. It seems like not enough was invested into this debut music video. I don’t know Japan’s opinion towards Ailee or if she is even popular in Japan, but seriously, a lot more could’ve been done.

I don’t believe that there has been a live performance of this song yet. The music video did not really focus on a dance at all. So, I really “judge” the dance. I could copy and paste my dance review for the Korean version, but I have a feeling maybe the dance also changed?

7/10. Still pretty good and amazing. But the Korean version is much better. I was planning to do a poll, but I won’t be around to post anything that much, since it is the end of the year. However I did post a poll last week for “Which Nine Muses song did you like from the year?”. The most popular song of the year from Nine Muses is Wild with 63% of the votes. Congrats Wild!!!

This version of the song was nominated for Best Japanese Song, while Ailee herself was nominated for Best Soloist! Did she win both? Check it out HERE!!!

U & I – Ailee

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Ailee has recently made her comeback with a brand new song that has achieved all kills and what not on the music charts, with U & I. Being one of the most anticipated comebacks of the month and the year, it seems like she did her job right. She blew all her fans away with her power vocals and her new dancing diva image, which this song has created for herself. Despite this song being Ailee’s injury prone dance, it has to be one of my most favourite Ailee songs since her debut. (Heaven takes the top spot) and I hope that she gets over her injury and it heals fast. We need MORE body rolls.

The song really brings out her vocals. Okay, I am seriously feeling like I have written that in two of her past reviews already and I think that may increase. The song, has that sassy feel to it, which makes it ten times better than any other song out there at the moment. Well, at the time it was released. It has that grand Hollywood feel we would expect back in the 50’s. The song is also really catchy. The “Wait A Minute” parts and the “U & I” parts were amazing and literally had me singing the song 494 times later. The song itself talks about a couple which is now dysfunctional, so the girl decides to step up and say goodbye, instead of holding on. The only thing I feel seems awkward about the song is the bridge of the song. It kind of ruins the song. It still fits the song, but the sounding of it really does not match the quality which this song is brought up in. Her high notes at the end were superb and she deserves one of the top spots for female vocalists. Sass, Hollywood, Power all check.

Wow, the music video too does reflect the Hollywood feel of the song. I think we all may have stumbled upon Las Vegas and New York’s cousin. This is technically where light bulbs would go to die, in the plane tickets cost a little too much. It seems the like the music video is set in a casino or something, which would describe the make up rooms and the poker machines. That “diamond” telephone must cost a fortune 9or taken forever to make). I really think Ailee does rock the red hair really well, not like someone where I live. The only thing I have a problem with in this music video is the “live” band which plays the bongos. Who you tryin’ to fool? We can all tell that they cannot play and if they are, they must suck. Totally. And did they hire two people to just stand there and clap? Wow, extreme much? Overall, this music video has that “golden” feel to it. Get it? Hahahahaha…

The dance is also really catchy. It is also possible to get ankle injuries for doing body rolls. Just ask Ailee. I love the body rolls and Allie has a really cool body to do it with. I also love the “U&I” dance where she points and her heads moves from side to side. It is damn catchy and really cool looking.

8.5/10. Quite high. Not as great as her previous songs as this comeback does seem awkward in parts, but neverless, one of the biggest comebacks of the month.

I’ll Show You – Ailee

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Ailee is back with another song, receiving an award and definitely a lot of praise after her debut single, Heaven. It can be said that Ailee has a heaven like voice. She can reach really high notes and look confident on the stage all the time. She is a really great singer who really has a lot ahead of her. Go Ailee!!!

Anyway, the song really showcases her vocal talent that she has, and adds a different genre to the many types she can sing to. This song gives a different feel to her, which we have not heard from her when she debut with Heaven. The song is indeed catchy sounds really good, earning her first award! I really liked the transition of the really slow part to the really upbeat and catchy chorus, which was unexpected.  There really is not anything to complain about this song. Well, beside the chorus. Ailee is a fantastic singer and a native English speaker, but when she sings “Boy, you got to be aware” really sounds like a mouthful of words just was randomly joined together and blurted out. It took me a while to basically understand the line, but I got there in the end.

The music video shows a girl who used to have a boyfriend, who is a player and goes for attractive ladies and change every often. Every time they pass each other, the girl look up at the guy, but the guy always stares her down or looks away uninterested.  The girl then has a massive change and changes from a geeky look to a very attractive and sexy girl. This almost makes her a hit with all the guys, and her former boyfriend tries to go after her. However, now she is uninterested in her past relationship and took revenge on him quite nicely. The only thing that you will complain about is the horrible green screen that was used. Horrible effects that should never be used again.

The live performance was pretty good. I loved it how they incorporated the slow and upbeat part and allowed her to change her clothes to match the beat of the song. Hello new era of music! The dance was okay, but the performance mainly focuses on the vocal talent.

I would give this a 8/10. Pretty good!

Next Review: She’z  – U U

Heaven – Ailee

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Song

I really liked Wheesung. To know that he trained this girl to be a better singer than she was on YouTube is pretty amazing. I really loved this song. It is a great example of a good song, good voice and a somewhat good rap. She is one of the best singers I have ever heard (Anyone heard her version of Halo? It is like the real thing!). She has this good voice that I think only some singers can have (I still believe BEG have these skills). Now, I am confused her. I this song, you really can’t hear her rap. I Know she can rap. They Are Coming is an excellent example of her rapping skills. I can only hear a bit of rapping just barely audible behind “Heaven, Heaven, Heaven, Heaven”. That is about it. I am really disappointed. In the YouTube description box, they wrote that this song includes a good voice and rap. Yet no rap!

Music Video

Heaven – Jesus, we get the connection. I really love the music video here. For once, there is a music video that does not cross the line. Some videos are just dodgy and don’t relate to the lyrics. This song does which is amazing. The only thing I have to say is I hate the chorus part of the video. It looks too messy in my point view. It’s too cluttered and too bright. This video is also has this really good plot in it. At first we see Ailee and the Jesus guy. We assume they are going out because of how the video portrays them and the lyrics. However towards the end, we find out that her actual boyfriend comes and that the Jesus guy is actually Jesus himself looking down at Ailee. Such a touching video.

Live Performance

I love this live performance of this song. Manly the dance. It reflects beat and have these heavenly dance moves to it. Perfect to the theme of the song.

And The Rating?

Perfect voice, song, music video & live performance. Need more rapping though. 9.5/10.

Have Fun Watching! 😀 Troy.