Song Review: Jisoo (BLACKPINK) – Addicted

Following their February comeback, BLACKPINK’s members have been busy with solo work this year. Jisoo pre-released her track Click in early September and is back with new song Addicted today. Presumably, this is all leading to a more substantial project, though judging by the two songs we’ve heard so far it’s difficult to predict just how that project might sound. Click sanded down all of its edges, resulting in an airy, empty style. Addicted brings much more personality to the table, repainting Jisoo with more swag than expected. But while the song has its moments, the producers seemingly forgot to finish its chorus. It’s a strange sensation, really — almost like you’re listening to two separate songs of opposing bitrates. The verses are relatively full and driving, offering the kind of dancefloor drama Jisoo should be leaning into. There’s nothing unique or special about these segments, but they carry a certain level of tension that builds curiosity. From here, Addicted completely craters. Not only are we left with a threadbare, repetitive hook that’s more speaking than singing, but the instrumental becomes tinny and small. As stated before, it’s like a segment of the arrangement...