Song of the Week - WEEK 71 Voting/WEEK 72 Nominating

Not a bad week. Seemed a little on the soft side, like last week. But I don't mind that too much.

3 Points: BATEN KAITOS II The First Wings and the Heirs of God Original Soundtrack - Deep Red Pastures
2 Points: Dragon Quest Heroes Rocket Slime (Game Rip) - Tank Battle
1 Point: Kirby Air Ride (Game Rip) - SKY SANDS

A couple other tracks almost got points, but lacked the necessary variation to really set themselves apart.

By any chance, is there a "karaoke" version of "Wing My Way"? I liked everything about the track except for the vocals. I'd much prefer to hear the long version (if possible) without singing.

Jam it back in, in the dark.

Okay, I listened to the updated version. It's not too bad but not enough to change my point spread.

There's nowhere I can't reach.

Originally Posted by Elorin

And my next nomination is yet another vocal song! I can already see the rotten tomatoes flying my way.

Not all vocals are bad. I consider most of the Katamari tracks to be vocal and they're rather fun. And 'Baba Yetu' is clearly a well-done vocal.

Some vocal tracks in games seem to be a bit...forced. Others are sharp and warbly, which is just how Japanese singing is, especially when they attempt singing in English. Those bother me, but other voters seem unaffected.

And it's not like vocal tracks haven't won SotW before.

This thing is sticky, and I don't like it. I don't appreciate it.