aespa is back and has released their first Japanese track. Many MYs have been waiting for this, and now that it’s here we can’t get enough. Hot Mess is a jam-packed mini-album that is so much fun to listen to. 

Hot Mess Tracklist: 

1. “Hot Mess” (Title Track) 

2. “Sun and Moon” 

3. “ZOOM ZOOM” 

After releasing their hit album, aespa came back with something new. “Hot Mess” is the definition of aespa. The song is striking and has that iconic aespa sound. The beat is robotic and has a synth sound to it as well. The way the members take two different approaches to the singing is cool. You hear the members rapping, but more in a talking tone, and the vocals are soft but hold so much power. aespa is a powerful group and that is reflected in the music they release. 

The music video is colorful and has a punk vibe to it. The bubble letters, stickers, plushies, and anime references make this an entertaining video. There is a Sailor Moon/Winx Club reference that many will get when they see it. Now, I can’t discuss this video and not bring up the adorable animated characters we saw. Seeing the new versions of aespa was a super exciting part of the video. We are so used to seeing the AI version of the girls, and seeing this animated version opened our eyes to the many concepts that aespa can do. This song is fun and is a great Japanese debut. 

The next two songs, “Sun and Moon,” and “ZOOM ZOOM” are certified anthems. “ZOOM ZOOM” is a track that is meant to be played with a big crowd so everyone can dance along. Both are upbeat with such captivating sounds. They are groovy tracks that will brighten the mood of everyone in the room. “Sun and Moon” is more mellow compared to “ZOOM ZOOM.” While that track is upbeat, “Sun and Moon” is more chill. It’s a girly-pop song that you can lay back and vibe out to. 

So, go and check out Hot Mess and hear a great Japanese debut.

Edited by Lacey Diluvio