BabyMons7er is the debut extended play by South Korean girl group BabyMonster. It was released by YG Entertainment on April 1, 2024.
Background and release
BabyMonster debuted on November 27, 2023, with the release of the single "Batter Up" as a six-piece ensemble. Member Ahyeon, whom due to personal health issues, was unable to partake in the group's activities and was excluded from the debut line-up.[1] On December 31, YG Entertainment founder Yang Hyun-suk announced plans for the group to release their first EP in April 2024, following the release of the pre-release single "Stuck in the Middle" on February 1, 2024.[2] A follow up announcement by Yang on January 24, 2024, revealed that Ahyeon has recovered from her health issues and will be rejoining the group to promote their upcoming EP in April. The group's previously released singles were also re-recorded with Ahyeon.[3]
On February 28, YG Entertainment officially announced the release of the group's first EP titled BabyMons7er, scheduled for an April 1 release.[4][5] On March 10, YG released a trailer for the EP.[6] On March 18, Yang announced the EP's track listing.[7]
Composition
In Yang's announcement of the EP's track listing, he described the title track "Sheesh" as a hip-hop song with a powerful chorus and a darker tone compared to the group's debut single "Batter Up".[8] He further adds that the track "Like That" was written and gifted to the group by American singer-songwriter Charlie Puth, after member Ahyeon's cover of Puth's song "Dangerously" attracted the attention of many global fans, including Puth himself.[9] The track "Dream" was previously unofficially released for BabyMonster's pre-debut reality show Last Evaluation.[10]
Critical reception
| Review scores | |
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| Source | Rating |
| NME |   [11] |
NME's Carmen Chin gave the album two out of five stars, criticizing the group's attempt to carve their own identity amidst recycled material reminiscent of Blackpink. She found that while some tracks show potential, overall, the album falls short of establishing themselves as a unique and original act.[11]
Track listing
| No. | Title | Lyrics | Music | Arrangement(s) | Length |
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| 1. | "Monsters" (Intro) | Jared Lee |
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| 0:44 |
| 2. | "Sheesh" |
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| 2:50 |
| 3. | "Like That" |
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| 2:48 |
| 4. | "Stuck in the Middle" (7 version) |
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| Dee.P | 4:06 |
| 5. | "Batter Up" (7 version) |
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| 3:08 |
| 6. | "Dream" |
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| 3:03 |
| 7. | "Stuck in the Middle" (Remix) |
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| 3:19 |
| Total length: | 20:01 | ||||
Charts
Weekly charts
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Monthly charts
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Release history
| Region | Date | Format | Label |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Korea | April 1, 2024 | CD | YG |
| Various |
References
- ^ Hong, Yoo (November 27, 2023). "YG's new girl group Babymonster debuts with single 'Batter Up'". The Korea Herald. Archived from the original on November 27, 2023. Retrieved December 8, 2023.
- ^ Kim, Se-ah (January 1, 2024). ""소속 가수보다는 딸처럼" 양현석, '베이비몬스터' 활동 계획 직접 밝혔다" ["More like a daughter than a singer in the company" Yang Hyun-suk directly revealed his 'BabyMonster' activity plans] (in Korean). Ten Asia. Archived from the original on January 1, 2024. Retrieved January 1, 2024 – via Naver.
- ^ Sukri, Hazeeq (January 29, 2024). "Ahyeon rejoins YG Entertainment's BabyMonster, will take part in group's first mini album". CNA.
- ^ Chu, Seung-hyeon (February 28, 2024). "'Ahyun's return' Baby Monster emphasizes 7-member... Comeback on April 1st". Newsis. Retrieved March 1, 2024 – via Naver.
- ^ "BabyMonster's album 'BABYMONS7ER' spotlights seven-member lineup". Korea JoongAng Daily. February 28, 2024. Retrieved March 13, 2024.
- ^ Chin, Carmen (March 11, 2024). "BABYMONSTER drop chic trailer for first mini-album, 'BABYMONS7ER'". NME. Retrieved March 13, 2024.
- ^ Kang, Seo-jeong (March 18, 2024). "베이비몬스터 7인 완전체로 '진짜' 준비됐다..양현석이 직접 공표한 공식데뷔[Oh!쎈 종합]" [BabyMonster is 'really' ready as a complete 7-member lineup.. Official debut announced by Yang Hyun-suk himself [Osen Comprehensive]] (in Korean). Osen. Archived from the original on March 18, 2024. Retrieved March 18, 2024 – via Naver.
- ^ "BabyMonster fully formed and ready to roar in 'true debut' album". Korea JoongAng Daily. March 18, 2024. Retrieved March 29, 2024.
- ^ Chin, Carmen (March 18, 2024). "Charlie Puth "gifted" BABYMONSTER their new song 'Like That'". NME. Retrieved March 18, 2024.
- ^ Han, Ha-na (March 18, 2024). "양현석 "베이비몬스터 7인, 공식 데뷔일은 4월 1일...큰 소리로 응원 부탁"" [Yang Hyun-suk "BabyMonster's 7 members' official debut date is April 1st... Please cheer loudly"] (in Korean). MBN. Archived from the original on March 18, 2024. Retrieved March 18, 2024 – via Naver.
- ^ a b Chin, Carmen (April 3, 2024). "BabyMonster – BabyMons7er review: lightning doesn't strike the same place twice". NME. Archived from the original on April 3, 2024. Retrieved April 6, 2024.
- ^ "Oricon Top 50 Albums: 2024-04-15" (in Japanese). Oricon. Retrieved April 10, 2024.
- ^ "Oricon Top 50 Combined Albums: 2024-04-15" (in Japanese). Oricon. Archived from the original on April 11, 2024. Retrieved April 11, 2024.
- ^ "Billboard Japan Hot Albums – Week of April 10, 2024". Billboard Japan (in Japanese). Retrieved April 10, 2024.
- ^ "Official Top 100 Albums: April 19th, 2024 - April 25th, 2024". TurnTable. Archived from the original on May 7, 2024. Retrieved May 7, 2024.
- ^ "Circle Album Chart – Week 14, 2024". Circle Chart (in Korean). Retrieved April 11, 2024.
- ^ "Official Album Downloads Chart Top 100". Official Charts Company. Retrieved April 6, 2024.
- ^ "World Albums: Week of April 13, 2024". Billboard. Retrieved April 9, 2024.
- ^ "Oricon Top 50 Albums: 2024-04" (in Japanese). Oricon. Archived from the original on May 8, 2024. Retrieved May 8, 2024.
- ^ "Circle Album Chart – 2024.04 Month". Circle Chart (in Korean). Retrieved May 9, 2024.
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