The Returned Cats: MEOVV Comeback Breakdown - 'HANDS UP' to 'MY EYES OPEN VVIDE'

Get ready, the cats are back! Teddy's ambitious girl group MEOVV is gearing up for their highly anticipated comeback, and the excitement is real.

1. The Birth of MEOVV: Debut Impact & THEBLACKLABEL

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They jumped right into promotions, hitting music show stages like Inkigayo just days after debuting. 'MEOW' itself was praised for its minimal sound, sharp sophistication, addictive melody, and captivating bass, showcasing MEOVV's unique sound and identity from the get-go.

The lyrics, mixing English phrases and hinting at ambition, helped build their confident image. Interestingly, while Teddy is the group's overall producer, the credits showed him more involved in lyrics, with producers like 24 and Jumpa handling composition and arrangement, suggesting a collaborative 'THEBLACKLABEL sound' under Teddy's guidance.

Behind MEOVV is, of course, THEBLACKLABEL, a powerhouse agency founded in 2016 by Teddy Park, formerly of 1TYM and YG Entertainment's main producer.
Though it started as a YG sub-label, it's now an independent entity known for its hip-hop and R&B based 'black music' identity, gradually establishing Teddy's unique style while supporting artistic freedom. The roster is stacked, featuring stars like Jeon Somi, Taeyang, and BLACKPINK's Rosé for her solo activities, plus unique artists like Vince and LØREN, and even actors like Park Bo-gum.
This star power is backed by a talented producer team led by Teddy.

THEBLACKLABEL clearly has global ambitions, holding global auditions and partnering MEOVV with Capitol Records (UMG) right from debut for international reach. This environment provides MEOVV with incredible resources, mentorship from top artists, and significant industry credibility from day one.

2. Meet the Cats: MEOVV Member Profiles

. They're known for being a relatively tall group, with an average height around 168.7cm. Let's get to know them:

Sooin (born 2005) is considered the main dancer, known for her clean dance lines and handling dance breaks, plus husky yet sweet vocals. She trained for about 6 years total before debuting with MEOVV.

Gawon (born 2005), who holds dual US/Korean citizenship, is likely the main vocalist with her soulful, pop-like voice anchoring their sound. She's a former YG trainee with about 5 years of training overall.

Anna (born 2005), from Japan, contributes soft, airy vocals and a flexible yet powerful dance style.
Before MEOVV, she worked as a model in Japan, even being an exclusive model for 'Seventeen'.

Narin (born 2007) is seen as an all-rounder, handling lead vocal, lead rap, and dance. She has a unique vocal tone often heard in intros and ad-libs, strong rapping skills, and is fluent in English and Japanese.

Ella (born 2008), also with dual US/Korean citizenship, brings pop vocals often compared to Jeon Somi. She had significant pre-debut recognition from her extensive career as a child model and actress (sometimes called 'Little Jennie'), gaining millions of followers even before MEOVV's debut.

This diverse lineup – combining different nationalities, ages, skill sets, and pre-debut experiences – seems strategically designed to appeal to a wide range of fans both domestically and globally.

3. New Chapter: 'HANDS UP' & 'MY EYES OPEN VVIDE' Details

The countdown is officially on for MEOVV's return! They're kicking things off with a pre-release single titled 'HANDS UP', dropping on Monday, April 28, 2025, at 6 PM KST. This track serves as a warm-up for their very first EP album, 'MY EYES OPEN VVIDE', which is set for release on Monday, May 12, 2025, at 6 PM KST.

This comeback marks a significant milestone for the group. Unlike their previous releases 'MEOW' and 'TOXIC' / 'BODY', which were digital singles, 'MY EYES OPEN VVIDE' is their first-ever EP album and their first physical album release.

In the world of K-pop, physical albums are a huge deal – they reflect fandom strength and directly impact chart performance, so pre-orders are already buzzing.

The timing is also interesting; it's about 5 months since their last activities in November, suggesting they took a bit more time to prepare this new chapter compared to the super-fast comeback after their debut. This likely allowed them to solidify their identity and gear up for this bigger release.

Key Comeback Details:

• Pre-release Single: 'HANDS UP' - April 28, 2025, 6 PM KST.
• First EP Album: 'MY EYES OPEN VVIDE' - May 12, 2025, 6 PM KST.
• Significance: MEOVV's first EP and first physical album release.
• Timing: Approx. 5 months since last single activities ('TOXIC'/'BODY').
• Format Shift: Moving from digital singles to a physical EP format.