25/12/2024
OP 24 ALBUM OF 2024
21. ~ Rosie
Vocal Performance: 8/10
Album Production: 8.2/10
Artist/Group Identity: 4/10
Overall Rating: 6.7/10
Favorite Song: Drinks or Coffee
Less Favorite: Number One Girl
ROSÉ’s Rosie offers a polished, meticulously crafted collection of tracks that showcase her vocal prowess and attention to detail. From the start, it’s clear that the production is top-notch, with each song delivering a seamless blend of melodies and instrumentation. Her voice remains the centerpiece, as it should, effortlessly gliding over lush arrangements. However, despite the album’s technical excellence, it leaves listeners yearning for more depth and individuality—a stronger sense of who ROSÉ is as an artist.
The central issue with Rosie lies in its identity, or lack thereof. While the tracks are undeniably well-executed, they feel more like variations of concepts we’ve encountered before, rather than fresh, defining statements. The album seems to lean heavily on pre-existing templates—softly atmospheric ballads and dreamy, introspective pop. These are concepts listeners might have anticipated for ROSÉ, but the ex*****on feels like a diluted version of the originality she’s capable of.
In many ways, Rosie feels like it’s playing it safe, and in doing so, it struggles to carve out a distinct space for ROSÉ in the wider musical landscape.
It’s not that the album is without merit—it’s a testament to her ability to deliver emotional resonance and technical skill. Tracks like “GameBoy” hint at the potential for deeper artistic exploration, but they never quite take the risks needed to make the album truly memorable.
Ultimately, while there’s an appreciation for the effort and ex*****on behind Rosie, it feels more like an echo of expectations than a bold declaration of ROSÉ’s artistry. The album leaves listeners wondering not only what could have been but also what might still be possible for an artist as talented as ROSÉ.T
