Jisoo – Amortage
YG Entertainment / Interscope
Score: 7.8
Jisoo steps into the solo spotlight with Amortage and delivers an album that feels effortless but intentional. She builds a quiet narrative across four tracks, telling a story of love’s highs and lows without ever overplaying her hand. Instead of chasing trends or showing off vocal fireworks, she leans into subtlety—letting her voice and vibe do the heavy lifting. Every track flows with purpose, and even the softer moments carry emotional weight. Amortage doesn’t scream for attention, but it earns it with calm confidence.
She kicks things off with “Earthquake,” a sleek, synth-driven track that pulses with just enough energy to feel tense and exciting. Jisoo commands the song with a voice that stays cool under pressure—controlled, but never distant. She then shifts gears with “Your Love,” a dreamy, English-language track that floats on warm guitar and a gentle beat. Here, she taps into a softer, more intimate tone, making the song feel personal and low-key romantic. Rather than aiming for big hooks, she lets the mood carry the track—and it sticks.
Jisoo turns up the charm with “Hugs & Kisses,” where she dives into playful, early-2000s pop territory. She delivers flirty vocals over brassy instrumentals and bouncy percussion, channeling fun without feeling forced. The track moves fast, but she controls the pace, keeping things light and catchy. She closes the EP with “Tears,” stripping everything back to let her voice take center stage. She leans into vulnerability, delivering a ballad that hits hard with its quiet intensity and raw emotion.
With Amortage, Jisoo doesn’t try to reinvent pop—she refines it. She picks her moments, controls the tone, and builds a short but satisfying story arc. Rather than relying on spectacle, she lets her sense of style and restraint guide the music. Each track feels like a deliberate step, showing off different sides of her artistry without losing cohesion. Jisoo doesn’t just hold her own as a solo artist—she proves she knows exactly what kind of pop star she wants to be.
