Debut (song)

After the formation of Katseye in Dream Academy by Hybe and Geffen Records,^[1] Hybe and Geffen announced plans to release Katseye's first EP in August later that year.^[2] The first single, "Debut", was announced on June 24,^[3] and was released four days later.^[4]

NME's Mika Chen considered the track a "high-energy pop anthem" that "balances its exciting chorus with sing-talk verses that ooze attitude," adding that the "slick production manages to capture Katseye's self-assurance despite being newcomers."^[5] Billboard Philippines' Gabriel Saulog commented that the song "marks a strong introduction to their unique sound and artistry,"^[4] while The Hollywood Reporter's Nicole Fell called it a "powerful and youthful pop track."^[6]

Directed by Gregory Ohrel, the music video filmed in Medellín, Colombia, premiered alongside the single.^[7][8] The video follows the girls through different places in the city, such as the Gilberto Echeverri Mejía Bridge, the C4TA, and the skatepark at the Atanasio Girardot Stadium.^[9]

Katseye first performed "Debut" on July 29 at KCON.^[10] They later performed on the August 5 broadcast of Good Morning America.^[11]

Credits are adapted from Apple Music.^[12]

• Katseye – vocals
• Ryan Tedder – writer, producer, vocal production, background vocals
• Tyler Spry – writer, producer, vocal production
• Grant Boutin – writer, producer
• Omer Fedi – writer
• Serban Ghenea – mixing
  • Bryce Bordone – assistant
• Chris Gehringer – mastering
  • Will Quinnell – assistant