The song deconstructs idol culture while being an absolute banger. Listen for the way the chorus shifts from major to minor in the final run—genius.
Yoasobi's "Idol" – A Modern J-Pop Masterpiece
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9/10. One of the defining J-pop tracks of the 2020s so far.
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The metaphor of a lemon—something bitter and bright—for grief and memory is just perfect. The piano melody is simple but devastating. Even if you don't understand Japanese, the emotion in his voice cuts through.
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