"In less than a minute of total run time, a full minute is consumed by the sound of a cat's meow, which carries no intention or meaning. This repetitive sound is forcefully inserted not only in the intro and outro but also over the chorus and rap parts, quickly inducing fatigue. More importantly, it robs the members of their voices. While it seems Teddy wasn’t involved in composing the track, the quality is shockingly poor for a debut song from a girl group launched by a label bearing his name. The overall combination of the bass and kick drum is simple, and when paired with the identical structure of both verses, it falls flat. The 30-second break left open for showcasing choreography dulls what little impression remains. The monotonous rhythm, inaudible lyrics, hollow repetition, and one-dimensional progression are all missteps. Caught between wanting to project an image and delivering a message, the track achieves neither, leaving only a vague form. One bright spot might be Gawon’s vocals. However, the song is too weak to let the individual members’ strengths shine. Why is a catchy hook song that will soon be forgotten prioritized over good music that lingers and invites repeated listening?"

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It’s only in English, so it’s not fun.

Couldn’t last until the end, it’s a mess.

It doesn’t seem like it deserves a one-star rating, but…

I just had YouTube Music playing while lying down and it was really a jazzy style, but the song wasn’t great. I checked the name thinking it might be a new Bemon song, but it turned out to be a group created by Teddy… I thought it might be similar but expected something different, so it’s a bit disappointing ? But it’s only the beginning…

I thought it was "yo-yo-yo," but it seems to be a cat sound.

I was surprised when I first heard it, but the more I listened, the more okay it became. However, it seems like they didn’t care much about the quality of the debut song. Why was that..? A good debut song would attract people to listen to the next album…

It’s bearable as you keep listening.

The more you listen, the more sophisticated and better it becomes.

I can’t listen for more than 10 seconds, so I can’t give a full review. I tried twice, but couldn’t listen for more than 10 seconds.

I’m curious how this was confirmed as the title track.

It’s been a while since I heard such a boring song and music video.

I was expecting a lot from the name "Teddy," but stopped because it was boring. I was shocked to see that the music video is so short. Even though it’s short, it still feels boring.

Seriously, the song and concept are terrible. Even if fans try to act like cats, it seems pathetic and objectifying. I don’t get why this is being done. The lyrics were so funny when listened to. I would like to listen to Gawon’s vocals and tone again, and she’s a member I’m interested in.

The song doesn’t make an immediate impact when first heard, but it becomes addictive as you listen more. Especially, the choreography is really well done, which makes the song even better.

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Hyun Bin is finally addressing the long-standing "ddongcha" (poop car) theory surrounding his character from My Name is Kim Sam-soon—and he's not holding back!

In an interview on the 19th with Star News, the beloved actor confessed, "I was wrong," responding to the reevaluation of his iconic role as Hyun Jin-heon from the 2005 hit drama. The "ddongcha" theory has been a subject of online debate for years, with many viewers critiquing Hyun Jin-heon’s character as overly arrogant and entitled.

Hyun Bin, who first rose to fame in My Name is Kim Sam-soon, took the time to reflect on the character that made him a household name. He shared, “I was just following the script; there were no personal opinions added to the character of Hyun Jin-heon. At that time, I knew Hyun Jin-heon was portrayed as a ‘bad boy,’ and the way it was expressed was different from today’s standards.”

With My Name is Kim Sam-soon now being re-released as part of Wavve's "New Classic" project, fans are revisiting the 2005 drama, and the character of Hyun Jin-heon is under fresh scrutiny. Director Kim Yun-cheol even admitted that the "prince on a white horse" and "bad boy" tropes that once worked in 2005 don’t quite match today's sensibilities, leading to edits in the 2024 version.

Hyun Bin humbly acknowledged his gratitude for his successful career and hit works, saying, "It’s wonderful and I am grateful to have so many hit works. I’ve been fortunate to work with amazing writers, directors, and actors. Thanks to them, I’ve received a lot of attention and love." He also shared a sense of humility, noting, “But I never know when that luck will come again."

Despite the dramatic shift in perspective on his character, Hyun Bin’s charm and dedication remain strong. Fans are eager to see him in his upcoming film Harbin (directed by Woo Min-ho), set to be released on the 24th.

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