Chart titan IU is again with a particular remake album, following up her authentic work final 12 months. As a lot as I might have beloved it, By no means Ending Story is not a canopy of the 1984 Limahl hit from the movie of the identical title. I imply… are you able to think about?? As a substitute, this By no means Ending Story was initially carried out by band Boohwal in 2002. Its ballad sound is uniquely focused towards the style of Korea’s normal public.

It definitely helps that this track is sort of iconic by itself. I can’t say this fashion does a lot for me, however you may hear it lighting up many a karaoke room. The refrain blooms with a pleasant belt-it-out high quality and the association helps these a number of climaxes with lush strings that give By no means Ending Story the tug of an awesome drama. IU is correct in her wheelhouse, using these crystal clear vocals with ease. She brings loads of emotion to the monitor, drawing upon nostalgia in each the efficiency and accompanying music video. Will I ever return to this track? In all probability not. However does it ship precisely what it says on the field? Very a lot so.

Grade: C+