HYBE’s New Girl Group Debut Elicits Contrasting Reactions

Most agree it’s too short.

Six-member global girl group KATSEYE has officially debuted after being formed by HYBE and Geffen Records‘ survival show The Debut: Dream Academy. The group includes Manon Bannerman, Sophia Laforteza, Daniela Avanzini, Lara Raj, Megan Skiendiel, and Yoonchae Jeong

KATSEYE has released their first single and MV “Debut.” The music video has garnered over 1M views at the time of writing.

The comment section has been filled with fans’ reactions to the girls’ anticipated debut. Yet, they were mixed.

Many are loving it so far. They feel KATSEYE is serving Y2K, Winx Club, and Bratz vibes.

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Yet, there is one criticism that most fans can agree on: the song is too short at just about 2 minutes. Fans pointed out the lack of pre-chorus, dance break, bridge, etc. Netizens feel KATSEYE deserved more after everything they have gone through.

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Still, some fans defended “Debut,” pointing out it’s just a pre-release. As we know, KATSEYE’s EP will be released in August, so their title track will probably be released in July.

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Additionally, there were mixed reactions to the choreography. Some fans were disappointed that Manon is often unseen due to her positioning.

Others attempted to give the benefit of the doubt. They pointed out that Manon is the “center point,” and due to the number of members, she must ultimately be positioned to be the center.

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“Debut” is part of KATSEYE’s upcoming EP, SIS (Soft Is Strong), which will be released on August 16.

The Debut: Dream Academy

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