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B1A4′s “OK” MV: BEWARE OF CUTE

Written by Nadiyah On April 22, 2011

Warning: this MV, like candy, is terribly sweet, does not have much substance, and if too much is digested, may cause stomach and/or headaches.

After having just seen the photos of rookie idol group B1A4 earlier today, of course I had to go and watch their MV for their song “OK” repeatedly. (Side note: perhaps it is not so auspicious to call your first single “OK”. That is, if you want it to garner more than just “OK” ratings and interest…anyway, I digress.) Before I let you watch the MV for yourself, let me share my thoughts:

I can’t tell if they can actually sing or not. In this song, the boys (yes boys because that’s what they are when they are born in freaking 1992 and 1993!) channel what we here in the North American pop scene refer to as emo/alternative pop and do more of the talk-singing than the actual song-singing. KnowwhatImean? Also, I had read all about this charismatic rapper with comparisons to the one and only T.O.P. (TOP! Seriously!!) to which I respond with a “HA! In your dreams, kid. Maybe after you go through puberty?”

Ok, ready for it? Here goes:

So…ok. It’s not as bad as I was saying above. BUT that’s only because their cuteness redeems them. And because their naive innocence makes their atrocious fashion forgiveable (blue. pleather. overalls. JUST SAYIN.) and whoever is singing the chorus can actually sing. However, 1+2 does not equal 4, kiddoes. Or rather, one B + 4 As does not equal KPOP IDOLS. Right now, they seem like a group in progress. I can’t tell what their niche will be in terms of music style, fashion, or following…besides young, I mean. But hey-there’s nothing wrong with that. Just no more RIDICULOUS comparisons to T.O.P., ok? And that’s where I stand with B1A4- just “ok”.

Plus, I’m not much of a sweets/candy person myself. I’ll take salty, crunchy, spicy crackers or chips any day.

Also, ADHD much video director? Perhaps that was just the camera work, though their youthful vigor onscreen does tire a curmudgeonly old person (with back problems even!!) viewing the MV, like myself.

(ponycanyonkr)

TAGS: B1A4

eboy07

What makes thes boy groups different to others? oh wait thats kpop for me.
tan

Not my cup of tea, sounds like something F.Cuz would release

But “Only Learned The Bad Things” is really good mid-tempo song with an R&B feel. I like anything with a bit of R&B. “Only One” is also a good pop ballad
Kran

B1A4 stands for their blood types
pinky

They’re ok, I guess. Cute, I’ll give them that.
who

have you even listened to the whole mini album? you’re trying too hard with the funny but it clearly shows that you’re trying too hard
oneonlyblondie

lol i think they look like theyre having lots of fun
Kallen

I don’t know why they have to be viewed in such a negative way. They just debuted. I mean, I was expecting as much. Nowadays, you can’t just pull out another Dong Bang Shin Ki. They’ll get better as time goes on. What group doesn’t?
Alexia

Really? Emo/alternative pop? Emo is short for emocore (emotional hardcore) so how can something hardcore be pop? I love alternative pop bands like all time low, stereo skyline, Weatherstar, the friday night boys, etc. But non of them sound like b1a4… The song O.K. Is pop with some electric guitar. The rest of their mini album doesnt have the electric guitar in the background… Yes I am a fan of b1a4 and they just debuted. Whether you like them or not I guess is your opinion but I also thought that someone should express their positive opinion. No, the rapping is nothing like TOP but I like there singing and rapping.
G

While I agree that their ‘image’ is yet to be defined, I disagree with your comments regarding TOP. Because if you think TOP is really ‘all that’ as a rapper, I am truly disappointed.

I also think it’s way to early now to judge on this group. The group is going for a different image than what most groups and rookie groups are going for. Their MR removed was pretty good for their debut stage, and judging by their reception, it seems as if most people are ready to welcome in another ‘Shinee’ style band amongst the plethora of ‘Beastly’ or ‘dark’ boy bands.

Alvina

^this. I agree on both accounts.

It makes me want to pull out my hair sometimes whenever people try to compare every. single. rapper to the famed TOP. I mean, I love the quirky man as much as the next person, but not all rappers are created equal, talent, voice or style.

And, the group is mildly garnering interest, I think. I like the sound; it’s fresh compared to all the pretentious sounding music this season.

asianromance

love the song! their image reminds me of a cross between early shinee days and dalmatian!
Aya

they’re ok. although somewhat reminds me of my jpop era, but they’re ok.
v

i love the i love youuuuuuuu part. i dnt listen to many boy groups but im pretty sure some soit out similar songs like this but suits them really well.
Xia

I have to say, I’m a total new fan of them. :) They’re just so adorable and I think their style of music is definitely a great breather from all the “dark”, “beastly” images most kpop boy bands have been going for. To me, they seem pop rock but lean more pop than rock. The rest of their album was solid too.

I think they have potential to be greater. They don’t suck, and some of them have great vocal talent, but there is room for improvement. And while I agree and admit the rapper isn’t on TOP’s level, I think he has his own distinct style. Ah, but they’re so cute I can’t hate them. >.< So I'll be keeping on eye and them.
Alvina

I think all the groups that are coming out with a “fresh” sound (less dance-y, more vocal-pop) this season make me smile. I’m liking them more than the dark, “beastly” men we’ve been battered with.

Dalmatian
U-kiss
Infinite

This group. let’s see if they “make it”
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