K-pop idols thrive on building a steady, dedicated fan base. This is most often accomplished by a constant stream of releases and deluge of content. But within the vast K-pop industry, there are more than a few "one hit wonders" – acts who release one single or album and are scarcely heard from again. It's time to look back at some of these unknown treasures and give them the attention they deserve.
Cats made their debut in 2007 under Logi Entertainment and – like many rookies of their time – came out swinging with a full album. This was promoted with title track Baby Cat, establishing an obvious theme for the group. Given this information, you might expect a ton of aegyo meows and sugary sweet pop music, but the song is slinkier and more mature than its title suggests.
Listening to Baby Cat in 2024, the group's robust vocal line feels very refreshing. The girls have a deeper tone and throatier performance style that lends itself to the song's stomping production. The chorus is especially nice, surging forward with plenty of fanfare. We're even treated to an elusive key change as Baby Cat swerves into its finale. A catchy rap bridge completes the package, making this a more than worthy addition to K-pop's second generation.
| Hooks | 8 |
| Production | 9 |
| Longevity | 9 |
| Bias | 9 |
| RATING | 8.75 |
Grade: B+
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