Mamamoo just never stop working. From "Girl Crush" to the special features, everyone in Mamamoo continues adding to their resumes. Hwasa's charismatic voice makes another delightful appearance. She works well with the smooth jazz tunes and it's pleasant seeing another side of her ability. Her English is also pretty perfect, too. Hwasa does a good job at portraying the caring unnie role to Kisum...until you realize Kisum is actually older, ha. Speaking of, Kisum continues to impress with each and every release, though I do wish she'd stop saying her name prior to every rap. Nobody really should have to do that, and Kisum is certainly unique enough. Personality, flow, charisma? It's all there. Mix in some singing and the combination with Hwasa's relaxing vocals and it's quite a powerful duo. Sometimes you forget that despite the ferocious character seen in Unpretty Rapstar, Kisum is just 21. If Hwasa does a good job at being the "unnie," Kisum too does her part in the youthful girl in love. The lyrics, naturally, reflect this stance and is definitely a feeling / scenario many people can relate to. The final chorus is a happy joint effort between the girls, with Hwasa and Kisum's adlibs / chants working in harmony with each other. Hwasa also properly got more emphasis since she's handled the choruses anyway. Say no to the ending English though, that "I love you boy" made me cringe.
All in all, this is a great song that while slow, has many moments. However, I can't help but get the feeling that this wasn't quite the season for it. Had this been released say, towards the end of August, I for sure wouldn't feel this way. Maybe Korea still has tolerable temperatures outside right now, which would make me extremely jealous. Nonetheless, "Love Talk" romantically helps expand Kisum and Hwasa's libraries and is a go-to jam on a warm and lazy afternoon. Here's hoping we still get a few of those before winter rolls in.
[ Overall: 90 / 100 ]
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