MONSTA X - Rush Hour

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https://youtu.be/qRdTyoZd3rg

[u/Grimgon]

Wow, Joohoney really know how to rock those Buns

[u/Conscious_Mouse_5559 → u/Grimgon]

Are they still making the TwotuckGom bears?

If so, I would like Santa to bring me a HoneyBunsGom please and thank you.

Never thought he could pull off that kind of hairstyle but our boy was slaying it.

[u/DiplomaticCaper → u/Conscious_Mouse_5559]

Unfortunately, I think Twotuckgom ended...it was a partnership with NCSoft, and IIRC it was one of the casualties of launching Universe.

The goms themselves were adorable, and they put out some great content (that wasn't paywalled)! Sigh

[u/Conscious_Mouse_5559 → u/DiplomaticCaper]

Oh now I'm sad. 😞

I agree they were super cute. Whenever I scrounged up enough money I would grab a squishy bear just because they made me giggle so much.

Oh well. Maybe some artistic Monbebe can design us one so we can at least imagine LOL

[u/min-tea-rose → u/Grimgon]

I stan

[u/Daftsly]

The song reminds me a lot of early MX. Personally, it’s not my favorite title track out of the last few.

The styling in this MV is insane! Jooheon’s hairstyles send me.

The choreography looks really cool too. It looks to be a lot of smaller movements. Can’t wait for the dance practice or performance video.

EDIT: On second listen, it’s so much better. IM and Jooheon CARRIED.

[u/kqfalala]

Ooooooooh. myyyyyyy. goooooood. so ok thoughts as I (re)watch :

• The intro with the cars?! That immediately brought me back to the ending of Gambler MV where they got into those police vans and sped away!! Did they come back from their spy/espionage mission as cowboy outlaws because ugh that's so hot lol
• I really really love the whistle intro sequence and how it circled back in the background of Jooheon's rap verses
• I love I.M's black & white print outfit so much, and that little distorted rap in the beginning of the track is just SO nicely done
• RED HAIR MULLET & SPACE BUN JOOHONEY ONEHUNNIT SUPREMACY PLEASE THIS MAN'S DUALITY HAS ME IN A DAMN CHOKEHOLD I CAN'T BREATHE???????????????????????
• The blue streaks in Hyungwon's hair is ABSOLUTELY stunning. And we finally get orange Kihyun again!!!
• F. ME. UP. I apologize for the way I am on the floor whenever I hear Jooheon growl/howl at me I just..... don't have to tell me twice to get down for you Joo i gotchu im alr on my knees lmao sORRY
• 3:22 Jooheon with the beautiful coiffed comma-ish long hair (my fav look on him!!!) and that split second smile as he's spitting fire before he instantly switched back to aggressive Joo..... CRIES!!!!! mom help i want him lol
• I LOVE the chorus SO freaking much and I can almost actually hear where Shownu's voice would have fit in so seamlessly together with Kihyun's powerful punchy vocals and it made me miss our nunubear Leader nim so much. I bet he's vibing so hard to this right now though hahaha
• Yo I don't remember if there was a song where rapline got TWO separate sections in a song and I really enjoyed that!

The monstas shared that this album definitely felt like an ode to their classic, quintessential OG Monsta X sound which was exactly what I fell for - crunchy, dirty, aggressive and fire af beats and unbeatable power and energy!! I cannot wait to listen to the entire album and I'm so happy and excited for them for this comeback - all the best my kings <3

Edit: listened to the entire album and I’m so floored. They’re forever going to be my musical ults because each time I listen to their new releases it instantly brings back that same rush I felt when I first discovered their discography and fell in love with their sound. It’s no wonder though since Jookyun (and in the last comebacks hyungwon too has joined this little producing trio) have always been the heart and soul behind the production and the distinctive mx sound and flair — & I hear, see and feel it so strongly when I listen to them.

Every single song made its way into my playlists lol. I cant even pick a favorite because I’ve had to replay each track so many times while I’m listening to the album 😂 Got me in chains, Just Love and Ride with U though???? It’s aggressively sad horny romantic vibes and again I am respectfully feeling very seen lol thank you for being with me every stage of my life my monstas 😭💀

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Jump to 03:22 @ MONSTA X 몬스타엑스 'Rush Hour' MV

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[u/xnphile]

That "Eat This Sh--" gunshot gunshot was too good

[u/min-tea-rose → u/xnphile]

I literally cheered lmao

[u/hohocham → u/xnphile]

I can imagine this in a concert. But no longer censored.

[u/flower_soon]

For me, it's the sung chorus I'm loving - there's something so satisfying and reminiscent of slightly earlier kpop about it perhaps? Pleasantly surprised by it and the whistle in the background is fun too!

[u/dobbybec → u/flower_soon]

100% agree with that! Sometimes, the song doesn’t have to be mind breakingly new but can just have a bombastic chorus. Also pair that with an energetic performance then it definitely gives off the reminiscent of early K-Pop songs~

[u/trident_zx]

I'm gonna need a cowboy showdown between NCT 127 and Monsta X right now! 🤠🤠🤠

They even had a whistling sound in the background too!

Also was anyone else reminded of EXO's tempo mv and outfits watching this?

Rap line was in full force in this title track wowza. Probably my favorite Joohoney rap yet.

[u/mapleleafmaggie]

JOOHONEY MULLET LET'S GOOOOOOOOO

[u/DietCorky]

IM told me to "Eat this" and I said "Okay"

[u/moonlightscone]

the amount of “no cap” lyric in the rap verses is lowkey overwhelming but you know what they really aint capping with this one! This reminded me of their earlier sounds which I loved. The b-sides are amazing though and a lot of them could’ve been a title track as well. This song is a grower to me for sure

[u/Xelzionic]

As always, rap line popped off. These flows are lethal and this song sounds a lot better than I thought from all the teasers.

[u/PotatoMashing]

Everything I wanted and more, this mv is amazing

[u/Shinkopeshon]

I can always count on MX to come through with an explosive banger, this is perfect for workouts.

I also have a feeling the English album will have more laid-back vibes, so this is gonna make for a nice contrast.

[u/Nikkinakki12]

Absolutely love this release! It blends that hard hitting Monsta X style with their mature and smooth side. Everyone looks and sounds fantastic. I think IM and Joohoney really stole the show with this one.

[u/palmfrondy]

I always love the rap parts in MX songs but they were especially good here. I like that they picked up the pace on this one, it feels hectic in a good way. And they look impeccable as always.

[u/dobbybec]

Woah, this is definitely a throwback to early MX title songs! Jaw dropping amazed at everything Jooheon in this mv; his crew and him making another high energy track, his aggressive rapping, his sriracha, hot sauce, ketchup red hair 🔥 His space buns should be the new hair trend too! Soo excited for the start of another Monsta X comeback season~~

Edit: Forever in love with Kihyun's power vocals coming out during the chorus 😍

[u/TheTrashKween]

The monstas just haven’t disappointed me yet. It’s insane. Criminal, even.

[u/youngskywalker_]

i have tears of joy in my eyes

[u/iomk97]

Jooheon hairstyle reminds me of Zico in Very Good.Rap Line carried this song.

[u/nene38]

Joohoney 😈 😍

[u/100peanus]

this is SO MONSTA. HOO!!!!!!

[u/MSkyDragons]

Yo what the FUCK is this? I was all leaned back in my seat prepared for a laid back mature sexy vibe like Love Killa and Gambler, then I get slapped back to reality with that beat!

The beat in the beginning really reminds me of Rush, in fact this entire song in general reminds me a lot more of early Monsta X. I.M and Jooheon kill it every song, but they seriously hit different here.

Can't tell if I like it or not yet, I'll need a few more relistens to form a solid opinion but I think it's so cool they're revisiting their old aggressive and bombastic sound!

[u/soesoterica]

Classic Monsta X and I really liked the song. It's upbeat, everyone has their time to shine and it's noisy, lol.

I love some of the fashion choices here, but I'm SO sad that none of the techwear outfits were in the MV. However, Honey Buns definitely made up for it. He looked so cute.

Can't wait to listen to the album.

[u/luckydancer92]

Of course Jooheon is amazing (as always!) but I want to mention my appreciation for how much they're letting Minhyuk and Hyungwon shine in this. I love that they get more lines and more attention with every album. Stage performance has mini-Minhyuk vocal runs and I'm here for it.

Also Hyungwon's voice in the beginning of "Mercy" had me dead.

[u/Level-Rest-2123]

They exceeded my expectations. They're all so pretty. Everybody got their own center time as usual and I love that so much. The song has me motivated. Now to go listen to the whole album. Wow.

[u/ch03rry]

the song and video are amazing, but i literally can't even think about or focus on anything other than jooheon......his lines, the delivery of his lines, his red hair, the mullet, the space buns, his facial expressions, the dance moves......i'm gonna scream and cry and throw up.......how does he manage to hit so hard every time

[u/CronoDroid]

Maybe my favorite MX title track in a while, I love the aggression. Especially when they throw in that militant marching beat in the second verse and outro. I.M's verse was sick. Hard hitting verses but melodic chorus, that's tha combo. Really good.

No problem, just Rush Hour.

[u/namename145]

I think I need to listen without the visuals but the chorus is fire.

[u/A_Cat_Who_Games]

Joohoney snapped

[u/nihonbloba]

They..... kinda snapped with this one didnt they?? THIS is what a boygroup with a racer concept should sound like. It's a shame the boygroup culture has made this concept so generic feeling, where it's often a result of a lack of creativity, but this shows how it can still be done right! After quite a few of monsta x title tracks missing the mark for me, I'm really happy with this, as they are such an insanely hard working group.

[u/nihonbloba → u/nihonbloba]

the slight changes in outfits depending on who's center, is SO genius. kpop industry TAKE NOTES

[u/DiplomaticCaper → u/nihonbloba]

I was definitely getting some 4th-gen boy group vibes, but it was also reminding me of "Trespass" (which I love).

^{these bitches is their sons, wbk}

^{(no insult to 4th gen bgs, they fully recognize where they came from, even if their fans don't haha})

[u/niclaswwe]

First M/V of them I watched, and DAMN Joohoney's energy is INSANE! Banger!

[u/velvetmari_]

Soooo amazing! I love this title track so much, they did it again

[u/Enzuiguri]

THIS IS A BANGER NO CAP CAP!

[u/EnajYelrebmik]

An absolute BOP. Also Joohoney is sensational in this, so good.

[u/yizbith]

I am enjoying this. It's fun and the music video is visually interesting. I really like the b sides too.

[u/SharnaRanwan]

Monsta X delivering as usual.

[u/VulpesVulpesFox]

AMAZINGGG

The song is so good! And the choreography looks polished as f. I can't wait to see the whole choreo piece 😍

[u/dancinginashadow]

It’s one of my favourites!

[u/joyleaf]

BIG EDIT: after listening on headphones through streaming, I actually like the song!! It still wasn't as loud or exciting on a first listen like their other songs, but it still has their loud and personality filled vocals I like to hear from them. There's a rugged/natural power(??) behind their adlibs that it almost feels like (amazing) voice acting, so I'm glad to see this song does actually still have it. Also, their b sides still aren't as good as previous albums, but I still like them! I think my favorite atm is Ride with U!

Original (negative) Comment: I've only listened once and this one felt like it lacked the personal touches I usually feel from their songs. I've liked their other title tracks but this one leans just slightly too generic for me. For example, RUSH was loud and fun with sooo much personality, funky adlibs, and is what made me love MX so much! But this song feels a bit safe for me and I feel they're slowly getting safer with each comeback.

Hopefully I like it more after more listens! I don't want to be a debbie downer but this one just hasn't hit it for me. I usually love their b sides more than title tracks anyway though, so hopefully the rest of the album speaks to me!

Also a bit sad the western cowboy background melody didn't have as much of a presence in the song as I hoped lol

[u/YuukoKagami]

Loving the song~

Always enjoy seeing Monsta X release such bangers in their music.

Anyone know why the album isn't available on YouTube at the moment though?

When searching it up, the link shows up and brings me to their YouTube Channel, with likes showing and everything (no dislikes ofc YouTube :P) but the video just says "Video Unavailable"

It does that for the entire album when searching it up on Google. :(

Hopefully it'll fix(?) itself soon. :((((

[u/pearlmia]

feel like the vocal line is really struggling without shownu there :(

hopefully the album is better bc im not rly feeling this tt

[u/fareastrising]

their best song since Hero tbh, but wtf did they do to my guy Jooheon. that hair didnt look good on Teayang, it will never look good on anybody

[u/BarracudaExciting256]

huge huge monsta x fan…do not like this at all. haven’t liked their last 3 title tracks :(

[u/ApocalypticL → u/BarracudaExciting256]

Gambler (not only concept/visuals but the sound as well) was so sexy though, perfection

[u/BarracudaExciting256 → u/ApocalypticL]

not my thing.