Crying right now as I type this because this album is literally perfection and the epitome of my life.
I've been following Royz since their release of 「AREA」in 2010, however this was my very first purchase from CDJapan. So glad I ordered it because it came with an autographed poster and I've ALWAYS wanted a VK poster but didn't know where to even find them. After the release of their first album, Revolution to New AGE, I was like "LOL? I think Royz is my favorite VK band. Step aside vistlip, you have competition."
Anyways, on to the review of Tears!
Tears
1. Tear drop -
Perfect in every way possible. Subaru's vocals are so angelic. I got emotional listening to this the first time all the way through because it literally touched me. (LOLGAY) but like ugh. The chorus is very catchy and touching; you don't even need to know what the lyrics are to feel the emotion. On a side note: my TYPE B came with the multi-angle PV and let me just say how awkward it is to watch especially during the solo when Subaru isn't singing....
2. Starry HEAVEN -
This is their 6th single and of course, it's good. When it first came out I really enjoyed it, but I think I overplayed it. It's not as amazing as it was awhile ago to me. Very catchy chorus though and the solo is great! I really liked the neo-fantasy-space thing they had going on. I think this is also on the newest Dance Dance Revolution game (?)
3. Ms. Veronica -
AMAZING SONG. My favorite part is the beginning. I get heart palpitation when Subaru says "(Execution) MISS VERONICA". I'm just like "ohhhh shit \m/." My main complaint with this song is that it's so good but extremely short. It's just barely 3 minutes long. It reminds me of witch in the HELL which was on the Starry HEAVEN single. The outro that leads into the next song is great too!
4. Alkaloid -
This song is my ringtone. Probably my favorite of the new songs on the album. This one also reminds me of witch in the HELL. Catchy and strong chorus but also another short song barely making 3 minutes long.
5. NOAH -
The lyrics to this song = wow. This is still one of my favorite Royz songs. Along with Tear drop, this one also touched me. <3 Subaru's voice in the chorus is just indescribable.
6. Birou -
Not bad per se, but I'm not really a fan of this style of a song. I'm surprised I don't find myself ever skipping it though.
7. FlashBack -
Same as above. Not bad, but not really a favorite. The laughing-screeches were...interesting. Subaru's voice is so versatile.
8. INNOCENCE -
HOLY CHRIST THE INTRO TO THIS SONG IS PERFECT. Actually, everything about this is perfect. Subaru's Scooby-Doo growling is great!
9. Athena -
Beautiful song and Subaru has the perfect voice to accompany the melody. I didn't like this at first, but it grew on me.
10. Yumesora -
One of those "feel good" songs. Really upbeat and catchy. "LIFE GOES ON!"
11. Koi hanabi (Re Arrange) -
I'm really glad they re-recorded this. I can't help but feel the urge to dance to this because it's so catchy and uplifting.
12. Aerial cord -
Indescribable. Especially the intro. This song ALWAYS comes on during shuffle and it's scary but it's a good thing so whatever. I don't even know what to write about this other than that it's VERY pleasing to my ears. I love you Subaru.
I'm so glad I died 3 songs into the review and only started spewing out sentences.
Great album though and I'm eagerly awaiting to hear what EGOIST sounds like.
LONG LIVE ROYZ!!!
