Well hello there! Welcome back to our weekly results show that we totally had planned and haven't just been procrastinating! Anyways, this round was alright, but we definitely expected more from the final 4! Hopefully you will all pick it up for the final round!
Now, let's get to the results. You will be revealed one at a time, starting with 2nd place.
Coming in 2nd place this week, and advancing to the finals, is...
J2999
LOUD- Holiday (Green Day)
M: YES. Idc if you only entered this because I bashed y’all for not posting Green Day with the punk theme, you LISTENED and you will be rewarded. This is kinda an underrated gem from them. I love the inspiring nature of their songs, like Green Day kinda could get me hyped up to kill a man idc. The lyrics, unlike what Krista said, definitely have a message and it’s honestly shocking that they went so mainstream with their music when it was so anti-USA. But W O K E messaging with this song, fuck the Iraq war. I could listen to this over and over forever. Great pick. 10/10
K: Green Day would be Tengaged cancelled for one of those lyrics. I really love this type of music so this was a hit for me. They have the perfect voices for this genre and the lyrics are so funny because they’re just so on brand for the era. Like absolutely NO punk rock bands lyrics made sense back then because it was edgy but I support it (unless there’s some hidden message idk I’m tired). I think it was a really fun song that’d I’d put on my emo playlist. Green Day is something I listen to like once in a blue moon but this was definitely a good choice. 8.5/10
QUIET- Lose Somebody (Kygo, OneRepublic)
M: This song is super simple and easy in every way imaginable, and it really works. Everything from the lyrics, to the tempo, to the instrumentals is super relaxing yet sad. The lyrics are relatable and easy to understand which is always nice and a sharp turn from Holiday, which I enjoyed. It definitely has quiet vibes as well. Good job! 8.5/10
K: Aw this song is depressingly cute. Like the lyrics in no way, shape or form are happy but the songs melody is so chill which is oddly relaxing. The song is definitely a little on the generic side I remember hearing this played a lot whenever it was released. It’s also the type of pop that is not exactly my cup of tea but they’re talented. It’s a cute little sad girl bop which I always appreciate but it’s also One Republic so do with that what you will. Not a bad pick though!! 8/10
TOTAL: 8.75
Good picks James! You have been fighting for your life all season and are (for once) the underdog of a game you are in! Congrats on making it to the finals.
Next we will reveal third place, and the first person who will be competing in our elimination round tonight.
Coming in 3rd place is...
useamint
LOUD- What You Waiting For (Gwen Stefani)
M: Kind of a jolt when the first tick tock hits my lord. I normally like Gwen, but honestly this kinda didn’t do it for me. Idk it was just a lot, and I know this was supposed to be a “loud” theme, but this kinda was just messy for me. That said, it definitely does give off the vibes of a 2000s pop hit, and I do like ~some of those, it’s just hit and miss for me, and sadly this was a miss. I kinda don’t know what the point of the song is either, I mean maybe there is none which is fine but EH. Just not my cup of tea. 6.5/10
K: Oh goodness so first this reminded me of the Lizzie Mcguire movie then Marina and the Diamonds. It’s super on brand for its time and honestly I can’t say I hate it. I absolutely love early 2000’s pop diva music like Britney, Xtina, Gwen Stefani. Anything they made was just so iconic. Does this type of music have the deepest meaning in the world? Absolutely not. It’s just super fun to blast in the car and a great party throwback that makes you feel like an unstoppable bitch. Overall I thought this was fun! 8.5/10
QUIET- Merry Go ‘Round (Kacey Musgraves)
M: “And Daddy’s hooked on Mary two doors down” LMAO. I actually liked this and really did not expect to! I haven’t listened to much from her but this was very nice and calming. The lyrics were also creative for country lyrics, I liked all the word play. Also a very nice message coming through about getting stuck in our ways/settling. Like Krista I don’t usually love country but this hit! 8.5/10
K: Oh I really liked this like I had no idea Kacey Musgraves was a country artist is she?? Or just this song?? Normally I think country music is kinda vomit but this was really good. This is the type of song I’d put on to like make me feel things on a warm summer night. The aesthetics of the video were also super pleasing to watch. I just felt really happy after listening to it even if it’s not the happiest song? The lyrics are really creative and I think she’s a very talented artist so this was definitely a great choice. 9/10
TOTAL: 8.125
UseA, this week you were pretty fucked over from one song submission, and realistically only 1 of us didn't like it. Unfortunately that's all it took, and we will be seeing you in the elimination round.
Now, NatePresnell and mradamman12, one of you won this week and the other was in last place. One of you will be advancing to the final, while the other will be facing the final elimination round of the season. Without further ado...
The WINNER of the 11th round of MKSC is...
mradamman12
LOUD- I’m So Sorry (Imagine Dragons)
M: I’m not the biggest fan of Imagine Dragons, but my favourite work of theirs is 100% their heavier rock stuff. This is for sure one of my favourites from them, it kinda goes off. It’s something I could see being in a video game soundtrack which I love. I think there’s probably several meanings that could be taken away from this as it’s pretty open, but I think it’s an “I’m sorry but this is how I am” type of deal which I like. It also fits the song super well. Definitely a head banger. 9/10
K: Honestly I don’t give a fuck I like Imagine Dragons and I’m not ashamed to say it. At one point I had like every lyric of this song memorized whenever it came out. This is unfortunately one of those songs that I did overplay to death a little bit but it’s still an absolute banger idc. This type of music just goes perfect with show/movie edits which I kind of love watching. I kind of want to curbstomp a man and walk away while this song plays in the background but for legal reasons this is a joke! Good choice. 8.5/10
QUIET- Lost Without You (Freya Ridings)
M: Aw :( Poor Freya. This was super pretty all around. With a voice like hers, I think minimal instrumentals and production is always the right call, as they did here. The lyrics are a bit cheesy and repetitive BUT they fit the song well and are still very sad and relatable for a lot of people. Nice pick. 8.5/10
K: Oh. I kind of want to cry to this? This like slightly hit close to home but something about her voice is just so fucking pretty that it makes me want to cry. The video is super pretty I love how simple it is. The lyrics kind of absolutely shred my heart to pieces. Her voice is honestly kind of unique in how deep it is for a woman yet so soft at the same time. This is absolutely going on my sad girl hours playlist and it makes me want to listen to other music by this artist. I have no words other than this was really fucking pretty. 9.5/10
TOTAL: 8.875
Well deserved. Adam, you have clawed your way back to the top after faltering for a few rounds. After a dominant early season performance, you certainly deserve to make the finals. Congratulations!
That means that coming in last this week was...
Natepresnell
LOUD- Ladro Di Fiori (BLANCO)
M: Uhh I *think* this was a cute song! Not totally sure because you are making me translate lyrics once again but if it’s not I blame you! I thought the production was kinda weirdly off with this though and it hurt it, but the rest of the song was pretty good. I enjoyed it much more the 2nd time I listened so you’re lucky I took the time to listen to the songs twice this round! Decent pick, but it was just good IMO, and you’ve had much better submissions. 7.5/10
K: I was like omg pretty! And then saw a grown man in diaper looking briefs why couldn’t they just put him in pants. The video oddly reminds me of Zac Efron in the Bet on It music video why is he doing that. I’ve never heard of this artist though it was definitely a unique choice. The lyrics are cute they’re very tumblr edgy teen like but I like them. The aesthetics of the video were really pretty and he has a nice voice other than that it didn’t really stand out from any other pop music. Nice pick 😊. 8/10
QUIET- MALAMENTE (Rosalia)
M: Lyric translations are so odd and I honestly have no idea what this song is about even after reading them like 5 times. Is she talking about being a bad bitch? That’s the vibes I got. *So I looked up the lyrics meaning after I wrote this and I was so wrong LMAO, they actually are a little deeper than I thought and it makes me like it a little more*. Honestly I did like this more than your first pick. It’s a nice little pop tune and although I don’t think it had a ton of substance it was still a good lil bop. It was very chill and is something I would study or do some other type of work to. 8/10
K: LMAO so the translated version of these lyrics are very odd. I’m sure they make more sense in the actual language they’re being sung in. It definitely has a lo-fi pop vibe which I like and she has a really good voice for this type of music. Kind of the same thing with James’ soft song though it’s a little generic pop-ish for me. It’s a cool song to just chill and vibe to. I did have to look up the meaning behind the lyrics because I honestly did not get it at first but overall I think it’s a good song. 8/10
TOTAL: 7.875
Unfortunately for you Daniel, you will be facing your first elimination of the season in the worst possible round. You've been very consistent this season, but your choices this round just weren't up to par.
NatePresnell and useamint, your songs were not up to par this week. This means you have one last chance to SING FOR YOUR LIFE in our elimination round. Bring your best.
Now, for the elimination round, you can submit ANY song you want. We are not going to limit you because this is your last chance to stay in the game and we want your very best. Post your song as soon as you can and we will get the results back ASAP. If you don’t post by tomorrow at 8 EST, you will be eliminated.
After this elimination round, your finale will be posted! Congratulations to the 2 of you who have locked your position up already!
