Even the music itself momentarily halts in front of a mantra the average pop listener can get behind. — B.J.
Sometimes clichés become clichés because they're actually true. Icona Pop's hit proved that "keep it simple" is legitimate advice. The Swedes don't quite sing on the hook: "I don't care/I love it" is delivered as a thrilling rebel cry, belted loudly and pridefully enough to blow back the screaming synths surrounding them. Even the music itself momentarily halts in front of a mantra the average pop listener can get behind. — B.J.