Review: "To Be Free" - Alina Smith
- Deanna Moody
- 2 minutes ago
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As a long-time KPop fan and proud MIDZY, Alina Smith is a name I am very familiar with. Contributing to hits such as "Mafia In the Morning" by ITZY, "Giddy" by Kepler, and "Sweet Juice" by Purple Kiss. Smith is a multifaceted producer, singer, and songwriter, and listening to her newest single, "To Be Free," had me wanting to fly. The heavenly vocals, accompanied by a hopeful beat, hit all the marks of a successful single. I was hooked by the first line immediately. "Heart breathing heart spinning down lights weaken, but I see them now." The beauty in the lyricism had me so excited to keep listening.
This song felt like skipping through a whimsical forest. The way the vocals blend with the melody was such a breath of fresh air. Music nowadays can feel repetitive when artists are constantly releasing music at the same time. This song, however, ran to my playlist. It did exactly what I love so much about music, because it felt like Smith was telling a story. We get a slow build up to an explosive chorus that showcases the hopeful mood of the song. My favorite being, "sometimes a cage looks like a key, sometimes it takes your whole life, free falling to be free."
Smith has been in the music industry since she was 6 years old. After auditioning for a kids' singing group called "Aurora," her future was pretty much set in stone. Starting so young is not always a good thing, but I find it admirable that Smith continues to maintain her own sound in her music. Having experience with big groups in the KPop industry, like Red Velvet proves that she is no amature and will continue to impress.
She has composed songs for artists like Fall Out Boy, which further shows how versatile she is. I'm so glad that this song has brought me back to her music. This single is out now, stream "To Be Free" wherever you listen to music!
Written By Deanna Moody
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