Bop Shop: Songs From Muna, J-Hope, King Princess, And More

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  Zee Machine, Kelechi: “Everybody Wants It”
  
  
  
  
  
  Are you prepared to don your leg warmers in July? Sleepy grooves are over and it’s time to wake up, tell the world that it won’t break your soul, and dance the day away. We’re getting an inspiring flashback groove with Zee Machine and Kelechi’s latest single “Everybody Wants It.” Everything from the beat to the vocal stylings creates nostalgia that pumps serotonin into your veins for the weekend ahead. Zee Machine wrote on Instagram that they are “really overjoyed of this one because I feel like I’m truly writing music that I wanna listen to right now. And hopefully you do too.” Response The solution is an easy one: We do! —Zach O’Connor
  
  
  
  
  



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  They. Ft. Fana Hues: “Comfortable”
  
  
  https://www.Youtube.Com/watch?V=L1tXflAmNPE
  
  
  
  They. and Fana Hues get with each other to curate a secure and slow sexual setting. This velvety track evokes the best and effortless balance between power and control as soon as it’s add onto boundaries and reciprocation. The artists dominate with each verse, however don’t be fooled: Fana Hues makes the rules. —Gwyn Cutler
  
  
  
  
  


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  Muna: “What I Want”
  
  
  https://www.Youtube.Com/watch?V=ysQl74R_Tog
  
  
  
  Muna’s new self-titled album is a unabashedly queer pop celebration, though no song rings quite as triumphant as their most recent single “What I Want.” Throbbing synths and punctuated vocals set the scene for a retro bop in which they describe the kind of night out on the town they desire. If they didn’t have you hooked at beginning lyric (“When I go out again / I’m gonna drink a lot / I’m gonna take a shot / ‘Cause that’s just what I want”), then they’re going to get you astral projecting by the instantly iconic chorus, featuring an eas nevertheless assured declaration: “I aspire to dance in the middle of a gay bar.” Its flashy video finds them living their reckless rock star fantasies as they take their levels of “don’t-give-a-fuck” to the extreme alongside a who’s-who of LGBTQ+ icons, including Meg Stalter, Matt Rogers, Leland, and Bronze Avery. —Carson Mlnarik
  
  
  
  
  



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  J-Hope: “More”
  
  
  https://www.Youtube.Com/watch?V=pKdBFeewZYE
  
  
  
  Starting his “Chapter 2” with a bang, BTS member J-Hope takes listeners on a wild and unexpected ride with “More,” an edgy, ’90s-inspired hip-hop track designed to be blared. Because the opening single off the K-pop superstar’s upcoming solo album, Jack in the Box, “More” serves as an apt representation of J-Hope’s developments. The track features an almost punk melody, filled with boisterous guitars and distorted electronic sounds that come to a climax at the chorus. Any time layered with the rapper’s iconic rasp and heavy vocal fry, J-Hope creates a melody that you could feel in your soul. Accompanied by a dark, high-concept visual, pulling themes from the myth of Pandora and the surrealist art of Salvador Dali, J-Hope makes it clear that his artistry runs so deep that it simply cannot be held. We can’t wait to watch Jack escape his box come July 15. —Sarina Bhutani
  
  
  
  
  



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  Quinnie: “Touch Tank”
  
  
  https://www.Youtube.Com/watch?V=4WYnq1p7eZ0
  
  
  
  Quinnie is on full display for her tender TikTok hit “Touch Tank.” Her naughty and nautical metaphors are hot enough that you’ll need to cool off in the kiddie pool. Deeper than that, Quinnie specifics the infatuation that arises once your level of intimacy is matched, arguing that even casual sex can’t compare to the comfort of a satisfying partner. Seem also good to be true? You’ve got to create a splash while the steamy summer lasts. —Gwyn Cutler
  
  
  
  
  



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  Little Mix: “No”
  
  
  https://www.Youtube.Com/watch?V=9SqX5Hp44Do
  
  
  
  If you’ve dealt with an ex or perhaps a toxic “friend” who has repeatedly tried breaking your boundaries, this cathartic song is for you. The women of Little Mix resist to be played around with anymore, and so they plan to not be treated like doormats. “I mention, ‘No, no, no’ / I mentioned ‘yes’ also several times / you have got to know, know, know,” they sing. “Told you, ‘I'm no longer under your control’ / Visualize, I'm not the sort of girl I was before / Can't walk over me no more.” Simply put, this is a powerful “fuck you” anthem. —Athena Serrano
  
  
  
  
  



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  King Princess: “Too Bad”
  
  
  https://www.Youtube.Com/watch?V=VWmauHgIOck
  
  
  
  From over-the-top bombastic pop to plucky ballads, King Princess has traversed an assortment of genres during the singles leading to her forthcoming sophomore album Hold On Baby. Her latest track, “Too Bad,” finds the indie-pop singer-songwriter at her sweet spot: a classic mix of self-deprecating and sexy. Over cranked-up acoustic guitar and also a slow drum loop, she crafts a deserted dive bar-friendly ode to being “too much” in a relationship and the weight of being in love. “Oh my god, is it hard to be loved / Although that’s life,” she sings, before twisting the knife in her own heart deeper. “Too bad that I’m never enough.” Once again, she’s delivered the best pity-party soundtrack, whether you’re prepared to burn it all down or you’re licking your cuts. —Carson Mlnarik
  
  
  
  
  



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  Enhypen: “Future Brilliant (Pass the Mic)”
  
  
  https://www.Youtube.Com/watch?V=QMlNLo74mOw
  
  
  
  The members of Enhypen make a thunderous comeback with the release of “Future Brilliant (Pass Mic),” the opening single off their EP, Manifesto: Day 1. Inspired by the sounds of the Chicago drill scene, the high-energy hip-hop track showcases a darker side of the rising K-pop categorize. This is especially poignant given the massive success of their light and sweet song “Polaroid Love” that became a TikTok phenomenon. With an accompanying visual filled with detailed order choreography made for the stage, “Future Brilliant (Pass the Mic)” is a clear representation of Enhypen’s objectives and aspirations as a crowd that aims to push boundaries. Since their debut in 2020, the males of Enhypen have worked diligently to diversify their musical offerings, exploring interesting and unique concepts with each comeback. “Future Brilliant (Pass the Mic)” not only proves that point, although expands on it. —Sarina Bhutani