Singer Hwasa once declared at a concert “If I don’t fit into this generation’s standard of beauty, I’ll set my own standard.” Her latest song “Maria,” proves to be nothing short of the inspirational woman she is. Hwasa is often criticized due to the way she dresses, looks, etc. Her baptismal name is Maria and I felt that this song is her way of assuring herself that she is not what the haters perceive her to be and to remain unapologetic. The song is catchy yet when I read the lyrics it is sad, comforting, and motivational. The contrast between the happy beats and the emotional message of the song is one of the best aspects of the song. Her soulful voice is a pleasure to listen to and when she performs with choreography it is equally visually pleasing. The music video also effectively captures the sentiments of the song. Also, the music has the perfect ending, with the rest of the MAMAMOO members, Solar, Moonbyul, and Wheein, appearing.
Rating: 4.5/5
Check out Hwasa's latest song: Maria
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