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Just a day after confirmation that ATEEZ will continue on as a group for another 7 years and 4 weeks since their 12th mini-album GOLDEN HOUR: Part.3 dropped (led by the single Lemon Drop), ATEEZ has made a quick comeback with the deluxe version of the mini-album GOLDEN HOUR: Part.3 ‘In Your Fantasy Edition’. It is led by the single In Your Fantasy.
You might be familiar with part of the instrumental for In Your Fantasy. The groovy aspects of the new song were previously featured as the outro of Lemon Drop‘s music video, which I had hoped would hint at a future comeback. The same groove also evokes and maintains an ultra-sexy vibe throughout, reminiscent of Justin Timberlake and Timbaland’s SexyBack. And if In Your Fantasy can remind me of that prolific song, the new all-English song has the basis to go far and wide. When it comes to the vocals and rapping, ATEEZ excels at both once again. There is no doubt about it. I did like the extra punches the final raps in the song give, so it can go out on a high. However, I do think In Your Fantasy could have used stronger hooks. The melodies that are there in In You Fantasy are slowly growing on me, but I think something with a more instantaneous effect to remember the song by would have knocked it out of the park.
Building on the sexy heat that ATEEZ exuded in Lemon Drop, In Your Fantasy gives us a teasing glimpse at something darker and sleeker. After all, the lyrics were of a sensual nature and made direct references to Lucifer (the name of the Devil). Once again, the styling and smouldering looks the members give are all on point and really helped make the video feel like an indulgence and temptation. YUNHO really grabs my attention at the start and makes me constantly look out for him throughout the video. I also appreciate the classier vibe of the sets, which heightens those sexy vibes even further, in my opinion.
While the group has yet to promote the new single, I managed to find a fancam of the performance at their recent concerts. The choreography for In My Fantasy taps into both the groovy and sensual sides of the song. It also focuses on intensity, making certain parts feel even more impactful than they seem.
Song – 9/10
Music Video – 9/10
Performance – 8/10
Overall Rating – 8.8/10
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