Porno Graffitti
ai ga yobu hou e
1. ai ga yobu hou e
We begin with some strings and organ, then some piano. Very churchy sounding. Akihito's voice sounds very pure and calm, and the mood is kinda playful. It's so happy!! This is definitely a Christmas song is mood if not lyrics (haven't seen it translated yet). It might actually be a bit TOO sappy, but I don't want to hold the cuteness against it. I really like the harmonies; I just wish the song was more complex and less predictable. An average song, but one that will bring a smile to your face.
Rating: 3
2. yuuhi to hoshizora to boku
Is this an R&B beat I hear?? Not exactly, but it kinda feels that way. This is another mid-tempo song, which Porno Graffitti really needs to stop doing. More upbeat stuff, please!! I still love Akihito's voice, but he doesn't do much with it in the verses. More cutesy bells reign supreme. Yeah, this single was intended for Christmas. This song is just a little too boring for me. The chorus is nice, but too little too late.
Rating: 3
3. Hard Days, Holy Night
Okay, now this song is cool. It's upbeat, filled with church bells and electric guitar. In other words, a FUN Christmas song. It has a great, steady beat that is very pop without being obnoxious. See, pop can be good!! Akihito sings the word "Jingle Bell" which is cutest thing I've ever heard. If you don't at least bob your head to this, there's something wrong with you. I could do without the random female singer that appears for 2 lines(!) but really I can't find anything to complain about here. The song is just so damn catchy, and has nice variety to keep it interesting.
Rating: 5
Overall Rating: 3.5 - Worth buying if you're a fan
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