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Willie Nelson - Workin' Man: Willie Sings Merle ---- With Willie Nelson's newest album, the most impressive thing is his longevity in the music industry, with this serving as what I think is his 103rd album (damn!). ... and now, let's be honest and cut the crap. Does Willie serve any spot in the industry that needs to be filled? I mean, the short answer is no. The long answer is that Willie Nelson has said what he's said; even in his most recent country albums he's still had things to say and substance left in the bank, but now on this it feels like Willie's pushing out more albums for whatever purpose. I mean, Willie has passion in what he makes, and I appreciate how everything is so enjoyable for him to craft. I mean, it's what he loves, and I love hearing some of what he makes, but c'mon… there's no need to sugarcoat the situation here; he's definitely left behind a mark on the industry, but this album is essentially like comparing Ringo Starr's most recent to the Beatles' Abbey Road --- it not only doesn't compare in terms of popularity, but Willie is just feeding us the same things that we know, and that's in all 11 songs. This album wasn't an unpleasant experience; in fact, these songs are quite fine and decent to listen to, but this review doesn't need to dig deeper than calling out the stale acoustic patterns and boring progression throughout the project. The real saver here is the theme of loss throughout the albums, which makes the album have a lot more purpose and helps on songs which make you a bit tired of the project. FINAL SCORE: 7.2/10 Track ratings: 1. Workin' Man Blues - 7.4/10 2. Silver Wings – 7.2/10 3. Tonight The Bottle Let Me Down - 7.4/10 4. Today I Started Loving You Again - 7.2/10 5. Swinging Doors - 7.1/10 6. Okie From Muskogee - 7.1/10 7. Mama Tried - 7/10 8. I Think I'll Just Stay Here And Drink - 7/10 9. Somewhere Between – 7.2/10 10. If We Make It Through December - 7.3/10 11. Ramblin' Fever – 6.5/10

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MELLOPE'S MOST STREAMED 7.11.25 #58 SONGS: 1. I Wish You Well - Cat Burns ⬆️2 [1 Week No.1] 2. Catching Bodies - Sekou NEW 3. Toxic - Britney Spears RE-ENTRY 4. Can Time Move Faster? - Cat Burns NEW 5. GIRLS! - Cat Burns ⬆️1 [1 Week No.1] 6. Christmas Drillings - Sidemen RE-ENTRY 7. We Don't Talk About Bruno - Encanto Cast NEW 8. So Am I - Ava Max NEW 9. Soldier - Dax/Tom Macdonald ⬆️5 10. Come Home - Cat Burns NEW ARTISTS: 1. Cat Burns 2. Taylor Swift 3. Oliver Tree 4. Armani White 5. Britney Spears ALBUMS: 1. How To Be Human - Cat Burns 2. West End Girl - Lily Allen 3. Evermore - Taylor Swift 4. Ugly Is Beautiful - Oliver Tree 5. Vicious Delicious - Luvcat GENRES: 1. Pop 2. Hip-Hop/Rap 3. Alternative 4. Singer-songwriter 5. Hyperpop

"Can perfection be achieved?" Nearly every day I scroll across people's accounts on music rating websites from profile to profile, and 99.99% of the time that person has given at least something a perfect score, whether that's an album or a single. But me? Never. Not in any write-up, and here I'll not only explain why but I'll also tell you why I think the movie "Everything Everywhere All at Once" is perfect despite the statement I just made. Read on and I'll explain. --- I believe that improvement is always possible in basically every task that can't be factually completed to the fullest, most perfect extent. It's not necessarily saying that an artist will always have a problem with their music; it's just saying that they can evolve it more past the point of what they did, whether it's lyrically, production-wise or in any way. Another thing people ask me is, "If you can't rate music a 10/10, then why never 9.9/10? What does that mean for you?" Well, to me, those scores are achievable but almost impossible; to get the closest decimal point would be to get the closest to perfection without actually being perfect, which would basically be the best song of all time, and for me? I just haven't found that song yet. Currently my favourite and highest-rated song of all time is "Die For You" by Joji at a 9.6/10, and to ever get to a 9.9/10, it would have to be the best song I've ever heard by the time I die, and with that being said, it still might not be there. You see, perfection can only truly be achieved factually, for example, getting an answer correct on a quiz or winning in rock paper scissors. That's possible. Now you ask, why is the movie "Everything Everywhere All at Once" perfect? How can perfection be shown in a movie if movies aren't the same as the examples I showed? I'll tell you how, but beware, it'll involve some spoilers for the movie's plot: In the movie the plot involves being in the reality you are in; basically, there's "the multiverse", which often involves being in different worlds where what you imagine happens, and what's happened is often curated differently. That means every single movie "mistake" can simply be passed off as part of the multiverse and sometimes as a character thought/move, which is absolutely genius if you ask me. Not only that, but the movie in general is also stunning and is completely a must-watch. I could talk for HOURS about how the movie is one of the most genius things ever made, and it goes a LOT deeper than that example. Anyways, thanks for reading! And maybe I'll do a pt. 2 on why I think songs can be a 0/10. :)

"Bad attention span: final boss" A few months ago I discovered something that gave me a good laugh, so I wrote it down in my notes as something that I could write about. Little did I know that it would sit in my notes folder like food dropped under the bed; it was old and dusty... and after a little dig in my notes, I rediscovered the idea, so, like classic me, I thought it would make somewhat of an entertaining post. ---- When scrolling, I saw an app advertised that appeared to offer a questionable service... When I say "questionable", I'm not talking about the "sus" kind of questionable; this isn't a "Laura is 5 miles from your area" kind of situation. This is more like a "The BBC cancelled my favourite show?! What on earth will I do?" kind of questionable. Anyways, this app was a music app that offered to cut the part you want out of songs, so for example (and an advertised example), if you don't want to hear a song build-up, then you can just skip to the hook and have that part loop over instead of having to hear the build-up or outro. Now, this has caused backlash from both sides; let me explain... On one hand there are "the haters"; they argue that a song's full structure is important and cutting out parts creates a more brainrotted generation which just looks for hooks. And if I'm being honest, I side with this group of people… Like, yeah, another person's listening habits don't harm me, but this whole app is just so stupid that it still pisses me off. Let's be honest, though, the only people using this app are TikTok music addicts who are sick of hearing the buildup on "Skibidi Phonk" and instead want to unlock full mewing potential by, let's say, skipping to the hook? You know how absolutely stupid that sounds? Now let's see the second side, the lovers. These are the people who are sick of hearing 15-second build-ups and want to instead skip to the drama, the juice, the part that makes them wet. Etc. They argue that the hook is the most crucial (and only important) part of enough songs that downloading an app to manage this is crucial. And as you can probably guess, I DON'T agree with this side… I mean, how do you just listen to a minute-long hook over and over anyway with no compliments to the sound? And what about if you plan to see them live? What will you say then? "Mummy, MUMMY! I don't remember "All Too Well" being 10 minutes?? I only remember 15 seconds!" Or how about when you're doing karaoke to sing along? What if you're in Squid Game and must recite all the lyrics or get shot by the doll thingy? I said, 'What if?' WHAT IF. Anyways, I'm excited to hear your replies and opinions. I'll be nice to everyone who gives me a genuine opinion instead of leaving a comment that sounds like a Nicki Minaj X insult. Oh, and I'd also like to clarify that the "shots" in this write-up are all over-exaggerated jokes of my actual opinion. If you do actually like "Skibidi Toilet", then I'm sure you're a high intellectual individual who ranks among Einstein and such science professors, so don't be pissed. Anyways, byeeee!

HOT 100 4.11.25 #57 10. Mutt – Leon Thomas (No change/39 weeks in chart) 9. I Got Better - Morgan Wallen (No change/24 weeks in chart) 8. Elizabeth Taylor - Taylor Swift (Down 3/4 weeks in the chart) 7. Folded – Kehlani (Up 7/NEW PEAK/20 weeks in chart) 6. Daisies – Justin Bieber (Up 1/16 weeks in chart) 5. Man I Need – Olivia Dean (Up 3/NEW PEAK/10 weeks in chart) 4. Opalite – Taylor Swift (No change/4 weeks in chart) 3. Ordinary - Alex Warren (No change/38 weeks in chart) 2. Golden – Huntr/X/Ejae/Audrey Nuna/Rei Ami (No change/19 weeks in chart) 1. The Fate Of Ophelia - Taylor Swift (No change/4 weeks No. 1/4 weeks in chart) NEW ENTRIES: 100. Favourite Country Song – HARDY (6/10) It's honestly been months since I've heard this, and months later it sounds the EXACT same. In this song (and in most of his new album), HARDY makes zero attempt to give a fresh, unique character to his music, which is especially needed at this point in his career if he wants to stay relevant. It's another stale country acoustic song that doesn't dive deep on any level… and I mean any. This guy is NOT Morgan Wallen. 96. Amor – Emmanuell Cortes (5/10) A traditional love song by the Mexican artist that feels all so bland and lacking in difference. It's worrying how so many of these uninspired songs are ruling the Hot 100. The industry can NOT have a creative collapse. With that being said, there's not much more to add on this; I mean, even the instrumental progression is boring. 87. A Couple Minutes - Olivia Dean (8.1/10) I was surprised by Olivia's US chart run going as large as it did… and now we're getting a even more chart?! Wow, she's smashing it with this run! Onto this, and it's honestly even better than "Man I Need" (by far). I just love the warm soul she adds to tracks; it gives a comforting feeling throughout the whole song like a warm hug, especially seeing that Dean seems to have a passion for the well-executed smooth R&B sound. Oh, and I also love the violin opening; I wish that was more throughout the whole track! 66. I'm Not There For You – Jessie Murph (7.7/10) The beat feels like it leans into rap beats more than any other song on "Sex Hysteria"—in fact, I'd call this more rap than country, and that's not necessarily a bad thing. I think her "screaming" vocals don't come out as much here, nor do they kill the vibe as much as her other songs, and I certainly favour the groovy progression. 64. Beautiful Things - Megan Moroney (7.6/10) A song that feels like it's from a soft-hearted view, especially with the descriptions of the kind people and how they can be broken. Some may call this standard for a slow Luke Combs-ish country song, but I think it's built upon the definition of the song very well. 50. Spaghetti – LE SSERAFIM/J-HOPE (4/10) Previous listen: "Spaghetti" is simply a TikTok level of thought, which is supposed to have a sound which appeals to youngsters, despite the lyrics going explicit. That's a bad decision considering I don't know who's listening to this other than kids. The tone is giving nursery rhymes. Second listen: You know what the awkward "ee-eh-ee-ee-ah" reminds me of? That stupid floating meme cat that went viral. If you get the reference, you get it. Well anyways, for a K-pop song it has standard but partly slick rapping, but the general theme of the song just saying "Spaghetti" and "Bon Appétit" as if it's meant for a Samsung advert sounds cringe, almost like a bad BLACKPINK song. 38. Lover Girl – Megan Thee Stallion (7.3/10) A bad bitch horny rap song with occasional pop cut-ins that I wish were longer and went further; they reflect a more dreamy side of R&B that could have served as a nice side to the fierce rapping by Megan. RE-ENTRIES: 98. I Ain't Comin' Back – Morgan Wallen/Post Malone [Wasn't expecting this back after seeing how long it's been gone.] 77. 20 Cigarettes - Morgan Wallen [GREAT SONG! :D] 47. This Is Halloween – The Citizens Of Halloween [I don't really care for hearing this.] 32. Thriller – Michael Jackson [A classic! I wonder how this'll do next week.] NOTEABLE CHANGES: Songs that climbed 10 spots or more: 22. Back In The Saddle – Luke Combs (Up 10) [HIGHEST CLIMBER] Songs that fell 10 spots or more: 99. Outside – Cardi B (Down 13) 95. The Subway – Chappell Roan (Down 17) 91. Maui Wowie – Kid Cudi (Down 15) 85. Pixelated Kisses – Joji (Down 47) [HIGHEST FALLER] 82. Bar None – Jordan Davis (Down 10) 62. When Did You Get Hot? - Sabrina Carpenter (Down 17) 59. 12 To 12 - Sombr (Down 13) 25. Actually Romantic – Taylor Swift (Down 10) 24. Wood – Taylor Swift (Down 11) Songs that reached a new peak or repeaked (excluding new entries or songs that stuck at their peak): 92. 3,2,1 - Tucker Wetmore 89. Heaven To Betsy - Jackson Dean 88. How Far Does A Goodbye Go - Jason Aldean 75. What Kinda Man - Parker McCollum 74. Sparks - Coldplay 73. The Fall - Cody Johnson 57. Darlin' - Chase Matthews 55. Wgft – Gunna/Burna Boy 53. Is It A Crime – Mariah The Scientist/Kali Uchis 49. Somewhere Over Laredo - Lainey Wilson 45. Don't Mind If I Do - Riley Green/Ella Langley 37. Gabriela - KATSEYE 35. Choosing Texas - Ella Langley 22. Back In The Saddle – Luke Combs 12. Back To Friends - Sombr 7. Folded – Kehlani 5. Man I Need - Olivia Dean BEST AND WORST: New entries: BEST - A Couple Minutes - Olivia Dean WORST - Spaghetti - LE SSERAFIM/J-HOPE The whole top 100: BEST - Maui Wowie - Kid Cudi WORST - Shot Callin - YoungBoy Never Broke Again NEXT WEEK'S PREDICTIONS: Possible new entries for Lil Baby, Tyler, the Creator & Kodak Black.

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UK TOP 100 31.11.25 #57 THE TOP TEN: 10. How It's Done – Huntr/X/Ejae/Audrey Nuna/Rei Ami (Down 1/Sales climb/6 weeks in chart) 9. History – Dave/James Blake (NEW) 8. Elizabeth Taylor - Taylor Swift (Down 1/Sales fall/4 weeks in chart) 7. So Easy (To Fall In Love) - Olivia Dean (Down 1/Sales fall/5 weeks in chart) 6. Man I Need – Olivia Dean (Down 4/Sales fall/11 weeks in chart) 5. Raindance – Dave/Tems (NEW) 4. Opalite – Taylor Swift (Up 1/Sales fall/4 weeks in chart) 3. Where Is My Husband (Up 1/Sales fall/6 weeks in chart) 2. The Fate Of Ophelia – Taylor Swift (Down 1/Sales fall/4 weeks in chart) 1. Golden – Huntr/X/Ejae/Audrey Nuna/Rei Ami (Up 2/Sales climb/9 Weeks No. 1/19 weeks in chart) NEW ENTRIES: 70. Rubber Band Man – Mumford & Sons/Hozier (7.6/10) Previous review: Mudford & Sons keeps a route that has the same feel as their last album, with Hozier tagging on in what I'd describe as a song with just the right amount of passion & pitch, which Mumford tends to get right when carrying their songs. Second listen: Actually, you know what this reminds me of? "All My Love" by Noah Kahan, but without the stop between words on the main part of the hook. It has that addictive upbeat acoustic section that's really brought to life in a lively way; it's really enjoyable! 50. My Addiction - Skye Newman (8.1/10) 46. Spaghetti – LE SSERAFIM/J-HOPE (4/10) Previous listen: "Spaghetti" is simply a TikTok level of thought, which is supposed to have a sound which appeals to youngsters, despite the lyrics going explicit. That's a bad decision considering I don't know who's listening to this other than kids. The tone is giving nursery rhymes. Second listen: You know what the awkward "ee-eh-ee-ee-ah" reminds me of? That stupid floating meme cat that went viral. If you get the reference, you get it. Well anyways, for a K-pop song it has standard but partly slick rapping, but the general theme of the song just saying "Spaghetti" and "Bon Appétit" as if it's meant for a Samsung advert sounds cringe, almost like a bad BLACKPINK song. 44. Almost – Lewis Capaldi (7.7/10) Lewis releases his 3rd out of 4 songs from his November 2025 "Survive" EP, in which he belts out loud vocals to a heightened sad hook about love. I like how it fits the extreme tone of his other songs, but it's not exactly good knowing that there's only one song to look forward to in the EP – and will the EP possibly worsen the expected quicker album push? (Which may come in early 2025) – the only positive is the slightly quicker releases. 19. Madeline – Lily Allen (7.5/10) 18. FU & UF - Skye Newman (7.1/10) I'm not too keen on Skye Newman's way of singing, nor do her songs fill a gap in my heart that needed to be filled, but what I do see are improvements in what people believe to be an upcoming album. Her voice on this makes me think of a house-style produced Tones And I X Amy Winehouse, with the progression building up to a more natural instrumental hook. I think the piano & beat hits really give off a nice level of intensity too; it helps build emotion. 17. West End Girl - Lily Allen (7.5/10) 12. Pussy Palace – Lily Allen (7.7/10) Breaking up with a known actor and singing about how you thought they might've had a sex addiction is pretty crazy, but let's cover it... In this song, Lily takes the route of many songs that try and give an ethereal R&B kind of feel, with synths that sound out of this world and dreamy but are instead mixed with the world of radio pop. 11. Chapter 16 - Dave/Kano (7.9/10) 9. History – Dave/James Blake (7.8/10) 5. Raindance – Dave/Tems (7.7/10) Dave collaborates with Nigerian singer Tems on what some would argue is the best song on Dave's newest album. I think the Tems part really gives the song elegance in the way "Luther" does, where Tems uplifts the song's value too with Dave's verse, which was already quite passable. RE-ENTRIES: 100. Pompeii - Bastille [Why does this randomly return?] 98. Billie Jean - Michael Jackson [CLASSIC.] 96. Another Love - Tom Odell [Did its resurgence years ago end up keeping it alive today??] 93. Everybody Wants To Rule The World - Tears For Fears [Nothing more really needs to be said on this.] 88. Every Breath You Take - Police [Sue me... it's overrated as HECK.] 78. Dakota - Stereophonics [Same thing I said for Tears For Fears.] 33. Thriller - Michael Jackson [Not as good as "Billie Jean".] 25. Family Matters - Skye Newman [I actually learnt to like her music. she's still an industry plant though.] NOTEABLE CHANGES: Songs that climbed 10 spots or more: 81. Bittersweet - Madison Beer (Up 11) 73. Breakin' Dishes - Rihanna (Up 14) 61. 4 Rows - Esdeekid (Up 15) [HIGHEST CLIMBER] Songs that fell 10 spots or more: 95. Carry You Home - Alex Warren (Down 16) 94. My Old Ways - Tame Impala (Down 55) [HIGHEST FALLER] 91. Sally When The Wine Runs Out - Role Model (Down 18) 90. The Door – Teddy Swims (Down 18) 89. Good Luck Babe – Chappell Roan (Down 19) 86. Depressed - Anne-Marie (Down 15) 85. Stateside - PinkPantheress (Down 30) 84. Blessings – Calvin Harris/Clementine Douglas (Down 19) 80. You Stole The Show – Sienna Spiro (Down 17) 79. Sports Car - Tate McRae (Down 19) 77. The Subway – Chappell Roan (Down 19) 76. Just Keep Watching - Tate McRae (Down 12) 69. Eternity - Alex Warren (Down 19) 68. MAYBE. - Sienna Spiro (Down 11) 64. Ocean – Calvin Harris/Jessie Reiyez (Down 11) 63. Victory Lap – Fred Again.../Skepta/PlaqueBoyMax (Down 11) 62. Camera - Ed Sheeran (Down 14) 57. Messy – Lola Young (Down 12) 54. Lose Control - Teddy Swims (Down 13) 53. Sapphire – Ed Sheeran (Down 13) 49. Stay (If You Wanna Dance) - Myles Smith (Down 11) 47. People Watching - Sam Fender (Down 19) 43. Now Or Never - Tkandz/Cxsper (Down 13) 38. Talk To You – Sam Fender/Elton John (Down 18) 34. Wgft – Gunna/Burna Boy (Down 12) 32. Something In The Heavens - Lewis Capaldi (Down 14) 31. Dracula – Tame Impala (Down 10) 27. Die On This Hill – Sienna Spiro (Down 11) 22. Nice To Each Other - Olivia Dean (Down 14) Songs that peaked or re-peaked (excluding new entries or songs that stuck at their peak): 81. Bittersweet - Madison Beer 67. The Chain – Fleetwood Mac 61. 4 Rows - Esdeekid 59. Gone Gone Gone - David Guetta/Tones And I/Teddy Swims 3. Where Is My Husband! - Raye 1. Golden – Huntr/X/Ejae/Audrey Nuna/Rei Ami BEST AND WORST: New entries: BEST - My Addiction - Skye Newman WORST - Spaghetti - LE SSERAFIM/J-HOPE The whole top 100: BEST - Lose Control - Teddy Swims WORST - The Days - Chrystal NEXT WEEK'S PREDICTIONS: Possible new entries for ROSALÍA, Tyler, the Creator & Renee Rapp.

MELLOPE'S MOST STREAMED 31.10.25 #57 SONGS: 1. Almost - Lewis Capaldi NEW [1 Week No.1] 2. Pixelated Kisses - Joji ⬇️1 [1 Week No.1] 3. I Wish You Well - Cat Burns NEW 4. This Is What I Mean - Stormzy/Black Sherif/Amaarie/Ms Banks/STORRY ⬆️25 [2 Weeks No.1] 5. Raindance - Dave/Tems NEW 6. GIRLS! - Cat Burns ⬆️26 [1 Week No.1] 7. OH OK - Sam Ryder ⬇️5 8. Boss Up - Shenseea NEW 9. SLOW DANCING IN THE DARK - Joji RE-ENTRY 10. 1AM FREESTYLE - Joji ⬆️18 ARTISTS: 1. Taylor Swift 2. Joji 3. Charli xcx 4. Cat Burns 5. Daniel Caeser ALBUMS: 1. How To Be Human - Cat Burns 2. Son Of Spergy - Daniel Caesar 3. The Boy Who Played The Harp - Dave 4. Folklore - Taylor Swift 5. CAOS - Miguel GENRES: 1. Pop 2. Hip-Hop/Rap 3. Alternative 4. R&B/Soul 5. Electronic

HOT 100 28.10.25 #56 THE TOP TEN: 10. Mutt – Leon Thomas (Up 8/NEW PEAK/38 weeks in chart) 9. I Got Better - Morgan Wallen (Up 7/23 weeks in the chart) 8. Man I Need – Olivia Dean (Up 8/9 weeks in chart) 7. Daisies – Justin Bieber (Up 8/15 weeks in chart) 6. Father Figure – Taylor Swift (No change/3 weeks in chart) 5. Elizabeth Taylor - Taylor Swift (No change/3 weeks in chart) 4. Opalite – Taylor Swift (Down 2/3 weeks in chart) 3. Ordinary - Alex Warren (Up 1/37 weeks in chart) 2. Golden – Huntr/X/Ejae/Audrey Nuna/Rei Ami (Up 1/18 weeks in chart) 1. The Fate Of Ophelia - Taylor Swift (No change/3 weeks at No. 1/3 weeks in chart) NEW ENTRIES: 100. 3am - Loe Shimmy/Don Toliver (3/10) Previous listen: Loe's tuned voice never fails to piss me off, and the pace often sounds like talking instead of rapping. What good is that? Second listen: [-1.4/10 in score] I do kind of take back my comment about it sounding like talking instead of rapping, but even still, both two sound so out of it and just drained from any sort of substance, with the lyrics going surface level on the commonly rapped-about life of sex and drugs. When it comes to any type of redeeming middle section in the song, both of the two just don't give that and keep up their careless and thoughtless generic rap. 95. Heaven To Betsy - Jackson Dean (6/10) I feel like diving lyrically into country songs that don't often grip me as much with their overused southern take on the genre, and what I found described the problems in such a better and more emotional, pulling way than most country songs and really let me experience the song better. Lyrics like "I finally quit the drinking because I hate that my demons put you through hell" stood out as more delved into the topic and true to the subject rather than forced commercial country music. I just wish as much work lyrically was put in as was shown into the rest of the song instead of us getting what most country listeners know and expect. 92. Dusty Bibles - Josiah Queen (5/10) What I take from this song is a worsened version of the best that I've seen from Josiah Queen; he tends to give more of a better performance when he does his upbeat hooks, such as in "Watch Your Mouth", which was a great experience from him. I just wish we'd at least get some more impact into slower songs like these; he has the soul to carry a vocally good song any day, but what I'm concerned about is what he's covering, because that also plays a part in how much he works with this character and brings across the emotion to the listener. In this I'm just not getting that second part. 91. Loser - Tame Impala (7.1/10) It's definitely an improvement in many fields, such as length and progression. The synth and production inputs that sound like they could range all the way from sounds that'd be used in the 2010s to rap production definitely improve the song. 56. My Old Ways - Tame Impala (7.7/10) The main repeated line of "back into my old ways again" is a representation of repeating past events, which in this case feels like it's relating more to an addiction side, where you can't stop but want to. I feel a part of the electro-funk feeling repeated was a good choice to really stick in the song's meaning, as you just keep coming back to that feeling, which is in fact a good main representation of the song's definition. I find this the most interesting thing I've heard from the album so far, and I'm loving the mixing on this. 49. Graveyard Whistling - Morgan Wallen (8.3/10) Previous review: Morgan Wallen does it again! Yes, this may be a cover, but I think it's a beautiful take and choice that fits his aesthetic well. I just love how he complements the sound in a way that other country artists don't. To me, Morgan Wallen is a very special artist. Second listen: I finally heard the original, and I honestly prefer this. Maybe I'm biased because I'm used to this and the "I'm The Problem" layout, but honestly I think not. The original sounds like the vocalists are holding back, and in general there's a missing piece that's felt in the song which Morgan here fills with his guitar and better vocals. 39. Choosin' Texas - Ella Langley (7/10) Previous listen: I don't mind Ella; in fact, I'd say this is actually quite a sweet country song, but I don't tend to hear much variety in her sound. Especially not nearly enough to have her own unique appeal. Second listen: Yeah… not much has changed from a re-listen; it's still just a normal country song about country things, with nothing here appealing to huge lengths. I don't need a huge section to cover this. RE-ENTRIES: 94. 3,2,1 - Tucker Wetmore [I don't care.] 90. How Far Does A Goodbye Go - Jason Aldean [Forgot about this ngl.] 88. Nice To Each Other - Olivia Dean [It's grown on me.] NOTEABLE CHANGES: Songs that climbed 10 spots or more: 68. The Subway – Chappell Roan (Up 14) 38. Pixelated Kisses – Joji (Up 52) [HIGHEST CLIMBER] 33. Dracula – Tame Impala (Up 26) 16. It Depends – Chris Brown/Bryson Tiller (Up 15) Songs that fell 10 spots or more: 99. Holy Water – Marshmello/Jelly Roll (Down 20) 84. Errtime – Cardi B (Down 15) 72. Bar None - Jordan Davis (Down 35) [HIGHEST FALLER] 70. Heart Of Stone - Jelly Roll (Down 10) 65. Last One To Know – Gavin Adcock (Down 11) 26. Honey - Taylor Swift (Down 12) Songs that reached a new peak or repeaked (excluding new entries or songs that stuck at their peak): 81. What Kinda Man - Parker McCollum 79. Wish – Diplo/Trippie Redd 77. The Fall - Cody Johnson 75. What You Is – YoungBoy Never Broke Again/Mellow Rackz 71. Take Me Thru Dere - Metro Boomin/Quavo/Breskii/YK NIECE 67. Where Is My Husband! - RAYE 63. Leavin' – Rod Wave 62. Nice To Meet You - Myles Smith 61. Darlin' – Chase Matthews 59. Wgft – Gunna/Burna Boy 54. Don't Mind If I Do - Riley Green/Ella Langley 44. So Easy (To Fall In Love) - Olivia Dean 43. Shot Callin - YoungBoy Never Broke Again 40. Gabriela - KATSEYE 38. Pixelated Kisses – Joji 33. Dracula - Tame Impala 32. Back In The Saddle – Luke Combs 18. Back To Friends - Sombr 16. It Depends – Chris Brown/Bryson Tiller 14. Folded – Kehlani 10. Mutt – Leon Thomas 8. Man I Need - Olivia Dean BEST AND WORST: New entries: BEST - Graveyard Whistling - Morgan Wallen WORST - 3am - Loe Shimmy/Don Toliver The whole top 100: BEST - Maui Wowie - Kid Cudi WORST - Shot Callin - YoungBoy Never Broke Again NEXT WEEK'S PREDICTIONS: Possible new entries for Demi Lovato, Jessie Murph & Megan Thee Stallion.

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UK TOP 100 24.10.25 #56 THE TOP TEN: 10. Rein Me In – Sam Fender/Olivia Dean (Up 3/19 weeks in chart) 9. How It's Done – Huntr/X/Ejae/Audrey Nuna/Rei Ami (Up 3/NEW PEAK/5 weeks in chart) 8. Nice To Each Other - Olivia Dean (Down 1/Sales fall/21 weeks in chart) 7. Elizabeth Taylor - Taylor Swift (Down 1/Sales fall/3 weeks in chart) 6. So Easy (To Fall In Love) - Olivia Dean (Up 2/NEW PEAK/Sales fall/4 weeks in chart) 5. Opalite – Taylor Swift (Down 1/Sales fall/2 weeks in chart) 4. Where Is My Husband! - Raye (Up 1/Sales fall/5 weeks in chart) 3. Golden - Huntr/X/Ejae/Audrey Nuna/Rei Ami (No change/Sales fall/18 weeks in chart) 2. Man I Need – Olivia Dean (No change/Sales fall/10 weeks in chart) 1. The Fate Of Ophelia - Taylor Swift (No change/3 weeks at No. 1/3 weeks in chart) NEW ENTRIES: 92. Bittersweet - Madison Beer (7.5/10) Very commercial; there are no huge twists and turns, but still a good progression, although I do like the synths and overall mixing, which adds to her vocals in a more angelic way compared to if she did it without them. I wonder if this is a part of an album... 👀 The recent single rollout makes it look like a yes. 75. Symmetry – Ed Sheeran/Karan Aujla (8.3/10) So I've had over a week now to digest this song, and it really didn't catch on to my most streamed at first, but after hearing this, I really think he's redeemed himself from the Indian music merge of "Sapphire". With this, he finds himself in similar territory but instead backed by a club mix that feels like something we could've got from a Fred Again collab or such, with the sound leaning into that huge backing of hip-hop influences too. I quite like how both artists get their part equally and how the layers overlap really well. I think it's a highlight of the "Play" era too. 43. Think About Us – Sonny Fedora/D.O.D/Baskcomb (7.3/10) Previous listen: Synths that have some life but overall still feel stale compared to Sonny's past hits and what else he's shown us. I don't think this'll do it for many people; it's just fine EDM, just fine. Second listen (+0.8 in score): The modified vocals heard before synths may not be the best sign for Sonny's future songs – but I still wouldn't mind this playing in the sun. 39. My Old Ways - Tame Impala (7.7/10) The main repeated line of "back into my old ways again" is a representation of repeating past events, which in this case feels like it's relating more to an addiction side, where you can't stop but want to. I feel a part of the electro-funk feeling repeated was a good choice to really stick in the song's meaning, as you just keep coming back to that feeling, which is in fact a good main representation of the song's definition. I find this the most interesting thing I've heard from the album so far, and I'm loving the mixing on this. 37. Pixelated Kisses – Joji (8.4/10) The long-awaited new Joji, after 3 years… Now, if you don't know me, then "Die For You" is my favourite song of all time, and his last album, "Smithereens", is a top 10 album of all time for me, so waiting for him to drop his next release had me tense. And honestly? It's a completely new direction, but I'm vibing! Joji's signature dreamy vocals feature on top of a 1:50 rage beat that's a LOT more intense but actually complements the vocals in such a weird way, but also in such a way that adds life. I'm seriously so hyped to have a legend of this decade return; we should be so thankful for what Joji has brought to music over the past few years. 20. Talk To You – Sam Fender/Elton John (7.8/10) This song is a great reflection on looking back at the past. I find the guitar and piano bring this live feel as if you were there, especially in the second part where the guitar shines through everything else to create an array of beauty. 13. What It Sounds Like – Huntr/X/Ejae/Audrey Nuna/Rei Ami (7.8/10) Enough time has passed – this is the best song on the Demon Hunters soundtrack; they have the most chemistry, especially on the hook where the characters create one of the most raw & deep parts of the soundtrack where they face their issues. It's one part that makes the K-pop Demon Hunters storyline feel complete, so with that, it's deserving of that title. And of course, a very well-played role by the singers who hit the high notes very well when forming the songs' highest pitch too. RE-ENTRIES: 96. The Sick - Bella Kay [The push for this song keeps continuing!] 86. Loser – Tame Impala [I'm not mad about this re-entry.] 28. People Watching - Sam Fender [The recent Sam Fender chart revival seems to be working.] NOTEABLE CHANGES: Songs that climbed 10 spots or more: 81. Where The Wild Things Are - Luke Combs (Up 13) 78. That's So True – Gracie Abrams (Up 10) 71. Depressed - Anne-Marie (Up 21) [HIGHEST CLIMBER] 67. Escapism – Raye/070 Shake (Up 11) 62. Gone Gone Gone - David Guetta/Teddy Swims/Tones And I (Up 20) 60. Sports Car - Tate McRae (Up 15) 57. MAYBE. - Sienna Spiro (Up 15) 53. Ocean – Calvin Harris/Jessie Reyez (Up 17) 21. Dracula – Tame Impala (Up 18) 16. Die On This Hill - Sienna Spiro (Up 10) Songs that fell 10 spots or more: 100. Everything Is Romantic - Charli XCX (Down 29) 94. Naive – Kooks (Down 34) 90. Gravity – Hazbin Hotel/Jessica Vosk (Down 37) 88. Make Believe - Luke Dean/Omar+ (Down 12) 87. Breakin' Dishes - Rihanna (Down 57) [HIGHEST FALLER] 80. Die With A Smile - Lady Gaga/Bruno Mars (Down 18) 77. Let Him Go - Denon Reed/Cru2 (Down 14) 59. Eyes Closed – JISOO/ZAYN (Down 22) 58. The Subway - Chappell Roan (Down 28) 55. Stateside - PinkPantheress (Down 10) 50. Eternity - Alex Warren (Down 31) Songs that reached a new peak or repeaked (excluding new entries or songs that stuck at their peak): 81. Where The Wild Things Are - Luke Combs 76. 4 Rows - Esdeekid 73. Sally When The Wine Runs Out - Role Model 63. You Stole The Show - Sienna Spiro 62. Gone Gone Gone - David Guetta/Teddy Swims/Tones And I 57. Maybe. - Sienna Spiro 46. Waterfalls – James Hype/B. Harvey/S. Harper 25. Phantom – Esdeekid/Rico Ace 23. Folded – Kehlani 21. Dracula - Tame Impala 16. Die On This Hill - Sienna Spiro 9. How It's Done – Huntr/X/Ejae/Audrey Nuna/Rei Ami 6. So Easy (To Fall In Love) - Olivia Dean BEST AND WORST: New entries: BEST - Pixelated Kisses - Joji WORST - Think About Us - Sonny Fedora/D.O.D./Baskcomb The whole top 100: BEST - Lose Control - Teddy Swims WORST - The Days - Chrystal NEXT WEEK'S PREDICTIONS: Possible new entries for Demi Lovato, Jessie Murph & Megan Thee Stallion.

MELLOPE'S MOST STREAMED 24.10.25 #56 SONGS: 1. PIXELATED KISSES - Joji ⬆️ [1 week no.1] 2. OH OK - Sam Ryder 3. Freak Show - Monaleo/Lizzo 4. Symmetry - Ed Sheeran/Karan Aujla 5. Don't Click Play - Ava Max 6. Type Dangerous - Mariah Carey 7. Christmas Drillings - Sidemen 8. Soldier - Dax/Tom Macdonald 9. Please Don't Hate Me - Cat Burns 10. Sensational - WizTheMC ARTISTS: 1. Sam Ryder 2. Crystal Castles 3. Ava Max 4. Monaleo 5. Joji ALBUMS: 1. Heartland - Sam Ryder 2. Who Did The Body - Monaleo 3. Solace - Bryant Barnes 4. Bbno$ - Bbno$ 5. Heaven & Hell - Ava Max GENRES: 1. Pop 2. Hip-Hop/Rap 3. Alternative 4. R&B/Soul 5. Rap

HOT 100 21.08.25 #55 THE TOP TEN: 10. Actually Romantic - Taylor Swift (Down 3/2 weeks in the chart) 9. The Life Of A Showgirl - Taylor Swift/Sabrina Carpenter (Down 1/2 weeks in the chart) 8. Wood – Taylor Swift (Down 3/2 weeks in the chart) 7. Wish List – Taylor Swift (Down 1/2 weeks in chart) 6. Father Figure - Taylor Swift (Down 2/2 weeks in chart) 5. Elizabeth Taylor - Taylor Swift (Down 2/2 weeks in the chart) 4. Ordinary - Alex Warren (Up 10/36 weeks in the chart) 3. Golden – Huntr/X/Ejae/Audrey Nuna/Rei Ami (Up 10/17 weeks in chart) 2. Opalite – Taylor Swift (No change/2 weeks in chart) 1. The Fate Of Ophelia - Taylor Swift (No change/2 weeks at No. 1/2 weeks in chart) NEW ENTRIES: 93. Days Like These - Luke Combs (7.6/10) This song's hook really represents the song's meaning in a simple and nice way, as a look at the little things in life and how good they can feel, as well as Luke saying that money can't buy them. I really prefer his soulful acoustic side, with his rougher voice serving too grittier country roots. I just think Combs is one to really sell his style in such a genuine way, as though it feels like it's oozing in his releases. 90. Pixelated Kisses – Joji (8.4/10) The long-awaited new Joji, after 3 years… Now, if you don't know me, then "Die For You" is my favourite song of all time, and his last album, "Smithereens", is a top 10 album of all time for me, so waiting for him to drop his next release had me tense. And honestly? It's a completely new direction, but I'm vibing! Joji's signature dreamy vocals feature on top of a 1:50 rage beat that's a LOT more intense but actually complements the vocals in such a weird way, but also in such a way that adds life. I'm seriously so hyped to have a legend of this decade return; we should be so thankful for what Joji has brought to music over the past few years. 72. Eyes Closed – JISOO/ZAYN (7.5/10) BLACKPINK's Jisoo and One Direction's Zayn work together on a song that feels better than expected. I mean, you could've expected this style, but I don't think people expected it to work this well. I mean, it's a ballad that shows both their styles in a way that you could expect to see, but it's just the way they connect, with their voices sounding made together for this song, with the tone just fitting that soft but sad paradise that they're going for. 71. Maui Wowie – Kid Cudi (8.5/10) The nearly two-decade-old song reminds me of Kanye's "Graduation" but with some of a summer tint with added nostalgia that makes the song not only a fresh rap-pop tune but also something that has commercial success written all over it as well as critical success. I've heard this twice now, and I'm already hearing how addicting this can be – a TRUE throwback. 68. Leaving - Rod Wave (4/10) Previous listen: Rod makes the same rap-soul music that led me to dislike "Last Lap"; he just sounds so tired out and bored on the beat, with his songs having no real substance. Second listen: I don't like how Rod sounds like he's out of it on the beat, with his lower-tuned mumbles on top of a stale R&B beat with elements of hip-hop. I just don't think Rod has grown over the past year one bit... Is every song a cash grab, or is Wave just bad? 66. Part Of Me – A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie (7/10) A less hardcore rap about Boogie's breakups and tough time, which he doesn't exactly tell the best; his pace and choice of words don't bring this across in a great way, although I see potential with vocal effects. The vocal effects absolutely bring this listen up a few points. RE-ENTRIES: 99. Shake It To The Max (Fly) - Moliy/Silent Addy/Skillibeng/Shenseea [Didn't this song die months ago??] 98. Gnarly - KATSEYE [Billboard has to be trolling at this point.] 97. She Ready - Key Glock [Sadly this didn't really stick with me as much as my original score.] 96. What An Awesome God - Phil Wickham [Wow, these re-entries SUCK.] 88. Amen - Shaboozey/Jelly Roll [I don't mind this.] 79. Holy Water - Marshmello/Jelly Roll [It's actually pretty decent.] NOTEABLE CHANGES: Songs that climbed 10 spots or more: 84. What Kinda Man - Parker McCollum (Up 13) 80. Camera - Ed Sheeran (Up 15) 78. The Fall – Cody Johnson (Up 13) 76. What You Is – YoungBoy Never Broke Again/Mellow Rackz (Up 16) 75. Take Me Thru Dere - Metro Boomin/Quavo/Breskii/YK NIECE (Up 14) 74. Sparks – Coldplay (Up 10) 73. Went Legit – G Herbo (Up 10) 65. Nice To Meet You - Myles Smith (Up 11) 64. Darlin' – Chase Matthews (Up 14) 62. Wgft – Gunna/Burna Boy (Up 15) 61. Better Me For You (Brown Eyes) - Max Mcnown (Up 12) 59. Dracula - Tame Impala (Up 11) 58. Don't Mind If I Do - Riley Green/Ella Langley (Up 11) 57. The Dead Dance - Lady Gaga (Up 11) 55. Is It A Crime – Mariah The Scientist/Kali Uchis (Up 11) 54. Last One To Know – Gavin Adcock (Up 13) 53. So Easy (To Fall In Love) - Olivia Dean (Up 34) [HIGHEST CLIMBER] 51. Somewhere Over Laredo - Lainey Wilson (Up 11) 50. Wildflower – Billie Eilish (Up 13) 47. House Again – Hudson Westbrook (Up 12) 46. 6 Months Later - Megan Moroney (Up 15) 45. Jealous Type – Doja Cat (Up 11) 44. Shot Callin - YoungBoy Never Broke Again (Up 21) 43. 12 To 12 - Sombr (Up 14) 42. Sugar On My Tongue – Tyler The Creator (Up 10) 41. Gabriela - Katseye (Up 13) 39. No Broke Boys – Disco Lines/Tinashe (Up 11) 38. Revolving Door - Tate McRae (Up 11) 34. Back In The Saddle – Luke Combs (Up 11) 4. Ordinary - Alex Warren (Up 10) 3. Golden - Huntr/X/Ejae/Audrey Nuna/Rei Ami (Up 10) Songs that fell 10 spots or more: 100. Magnet – Cardi B (Down 19) [HIGHEST FALLER] 94. Pretty & Petty – Cardi B (Down 14) 86. Outside – Cardi B (Down 11) Songs that reached a new peak or repeaked (excluding new entries or songs that stuck at their peak): 84. What Kinda Man - Parker McCollum 83. Wish – Diplo/Trippie Redd 78. The Fall - Cody Johnson 76. What You Is – YoungBoy Never Broke Again/Mellow Rackz 75. Take Me Thru Dere - Metro Boomin/Quavo/Breskii/YK NIECE 74. Sparks - Coldplay 73. Went Legit - G Herbo 70. Where Is My Husband! - Raye 65. Nice To Meet You - Myles Smith 64. Darlin' – Chase Matthews 62. Wgft – Gunna/Burna Boy 58. Don't Mind If I Do - Riley Green/Ella Langley 55. Is It A Crime - Mariah The Scientist/Kali Uchis 54. Last One To Know - Gavin Adcock 53. So Easy (To Fall In Love) - Olivia Dean 51. Somewhere Over Laredo - Lainey Wilson 47. House Again - Hudson Westbrook 44. Shot Callin – YoungBoy Never Broke Again 41. Gabriela - KATSEYE 39. No Broke Boys – Disco Lines/Tinashe 37. Bar None – Jordan Davis 34. Back In The Saddle – Luke Combs BEST AND WORST: New entries: BEST - Maui Wowie - Kid Cudi WORST - Leaving - Rod Wave The whole top 100: BEST - Maui Wowie - Kid Cudi (R.I.P "Lose Control" - I will forever remember your legacy) WORST - What You Is - YoungBoy Never Broke Again/Mellow Rackz NEXT WEEK'S PREDICTIONS: Possible new entries for Morgan Wallen, Charlie Puth, Ty Dolla $ign, Teddy Swims, Ella Langley and more!

MELLOPE'S MOST STREAMED 17.10.25 #55 SONGS: 1. This Is What I Mean - Stormzy/Black Sherif/Amaarie/Ms Banks/STORRY ➡️ [2 Weeks No.1] 2. IRL - Lizzo/SZA ⬆️4 3. Pixelated Kisses - Joji NEW 4. Soldiers - Dax/Tom Macdonald RE-ENTRY 5. Please - Stormzy ⬇️2 6. D£aler - Lola Young ⬆️4 7. Sensational - WizTheMC NEW 8. One Thing - Lola Young RE-ENTRY 9. Summa Sh*t - Lizzo ⬆️15 10. Firebabe - Stormzy/Debbie ⬇️6 ARTISTS: 1. WizTheMC 2. Stormzy 3. Amaarae 4. Lizzo 5. Ms Banks ALBUMS: 1. This Is What I Mean - Stormzy 2. MY FACE HURTS FROM SMILING - Lizzo 3. Fancy Some More? - PinkPantheress 4. Madvillainy - Madvillain 5. You Can't Kill Me - 070 Shake GENRES: 1. Hip-Hop/Rap 2. Pop 3. R&B/Soul 4. Afrobeats 5. Jazz Rap